Today, we're diving deep into how you can leverage GenAI to accelerate cloud migrations with our special guest, Alex Kearns from Ubertas Consulting.

As an AWS ambassador and cloud expert, Alex shares his insights on leveraging generative AI to help with cloud migrations, enhance security, and extend customer relationships.

We explore AI's role in modernizing deprecated software, automating system analysis, and the ethical considerations surrounding this powerful technology. We'll also touch on practical case studies and emerging trends, like the use of multi-agent workflows and the future of prompts as intellectual property.

Whether facing challenges in project estimations or looking to integrate AI into your CICD pipelines, this episode is packed with actionable techniques and tools for enhancing performance and reliability in your DevOps journey.

Today, we're exploring a topic that's becoming more important because it poses new security challenges: the rapid adoption of AI and the cybersecurity threats it brings.

Our special guest is Mateo Rojas Carulla, an AI expert, chief scientist, and founder of Lakera. With an impressive background that spans Meta and Google and a journey from finance to AI, Mateo is a leading voice in the AI-first product revolution.

We delve into how industries, even those heavily regulated like healthcare and finance, are increasingly integrating AI into their core strategies. Mateo will shed light on the unique security concerns that large language models (LLMs) introduce, including real-world examples of prompt injection attacks and the innovative defenses being developed, such as Black Arrow Guard.

Additionally, we discuss the role of AI in testing AI, the fascinating AI security game 'Gandalf, and how these evolving dynamics necessitate a fundamental reevaluation of our security frameworks.

Whether you're curious about AI's implications for productivity, the future of cybersecurity, or actionable advice for integrating AI-specific vulnerabilities into your security practices, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss.

Today's episode delves into the journey of transitioning from an individual contributor to an engineering leader. Our guest, Evan Niedojadlo, shares invaluable insights from his rich experience, beginning at a consulting firm and eventually breaking into the tech industry.

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As someone who has navigated various roles, Evan offers practical advice for those considering leadership positions, emphasizing the importance of resources. He discusses the delicate balance between maintaining technical skills and embracing management responsibilities, sharing his personal routines and favorite learning tools.

Throughout our conversation, we delve into career path considerations, financial progression, and the potential fear of skill erosion when stepping into management. Drawing from his experiences with high-tier engineers and industry dynamics at companies like Meta and Google, Evan discusses the flexible and diverse career landscapes within tech.

We also explore the benefits and challenges of using AI and chatbots in management processes and touch upon the macroeconomic factors influencing tech industry hiring.

For those looking to transition to (or excel in) leadership roles, Evan's journey is packed with lessons on effective communication, stakeholder management, and personal growth.

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Today's guest, Andrew Duncan, founder of Vertice Labs, joins us to discuss how to build high-performing engineering teams and the importance of early team involvement in product discussions.

We dive deep into aligning the strategic visions of the C-suite with the immediate tasks of technical teams, effective communication, the role of customer feedback, and motivating software engineers.

Andrew shares the significance of transparent communication and shares actionable strategies for balancing perspectives across different organizational levels. We also explore the exciting world of generative AI, its potential roles in enhancing team efficiency, and how companies should approach AI integration strategically.

Join us as we uncover the keys to creating dynamic, engaged, and productive engineering teams - listen up!

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Welcome to another exciting episode of the DevOps Toolchain Podcast! Today, you'll hear from John Radford, a tech entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience spanning software development, product consulting, and AI integration.

In this episode, John dives deep into the intricacies of scaling up teams while maintaining product quality and company culture. He shares invaluable insights on the importance of key hires like a head of engineering, the rising trend of remote work, and the role of AI in enhancing developer productivity.

We also unpack strategies for product validation, pitfalls to avoid, such as feature creep, and the critical need for sales skills in tech roles.

Whether you're a startup founder looking to build your dream team, or a DevOps enthusiast interested in leveraging AI for efficiency, this episode is packed with actionable advice and real-world examples. Plus, don't miss out on downloading our free DevOps Quality Testing Playbook to refine your processes further. Listen up!

Today's episode explores observability within the software delivery lifecycle, particularly test-related events. Joining us is Rodrigo Martin, a principal software engineer and test architect at New Relic with an impressive two decades of experience in software testing.

Rodrigo sheds light on the often overlooked aspects of observability in testing environments, discussing how tracking test-related events can significantly enhance debugging capabilities, performance monitoring, and overall test suite reliability.

He shares actionable insights on getting started with event tracking, the key metrics you need to focus on, and the common challenges you might face. Whether you're dealing with flaky tests, trying to improve pipeline performance, or simply wanting to understand your testing processes' inner workings better, Rodrigo's expert advice has got you covered.

Don't miss this episode if you want to take your DevOps observability efforts to the next level. Grab your headphones and join us on this journey to make your CI/CD pipelines more efficient and your developer experience richer. Listen up!

Today, you're in for a treat with Eli Farhood, a licensed trader and financial market analyst with a remarkable 20 years of experience. Eli gained a deep knowledge of cybercrime and money laundering in his career. After becoming an identity theft victim, he created Katsh to solve a problem affecting hundreds of millions. Eli's unique perspective will guide us through the world of biometric authentication, a field he's been revolutionizing to eliminate the need for traditional credentials like passwords and usernames, thereby enhancing security against hacking risks.

Eli will share insights on removing hardware dependency in biometric systems, making this advanced technology accessible on any smart device. We will also explore cybersecurity challenges in the age of AI.

Find out the role of biometrics in ensuring GDPR compliance, their superiority over password generators, and the exciting developments in Web 3 and blockchain technology.

So, get ready to discover the future of digital identities, cybersecurity, and the emerging threats of AI. Listen up!

Today, we have an exciting episode for you. We're joined by Naveen Krishnan, a Microsoft solution Architect who's passionate about AI and cloud computing. Naveen's diverse career spans working with startups in India, consulting in the US, and bringing his expertise to Microsoft in 2021.

In today's episode, we'll explore how Naveen leverages AI tools like Microsoft Bing Copilot and Office 365 Copilot, the intricacies of generative AI, and the pivotal role AI plays in enhancing Azure features. We'll also dive into large vs. small language models, the functionalities of Microsoft Fabric, and how AI transforms the developer experience, from testing and security to code generation.

And if you're curious about running language models locally or maximizing AI in your workflow, Naveen has some invaluable insights to share. Listen up!