https://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/
Welcome to Big Ideas in App Architecture!]]>enBusinessCopyright Cockroach Labshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4756e23ccd018356295dd94483d62b19.jpghttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:57:26 +0000Cockroach LabsCockroach Labspodcast@cockroachlabs.comCockroach Lab’s Big Ideas in App Architecture is a podcast for architects and engineers building modern data-intensive applications and systems. In every weekly episode, an innovator joins the show to share useful insights from their experiences...
Welcome to Big Ideas in App Architecture!]]>falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-everything-trap-building-ai-software-that-lasts-with-sam-hilsman--73090854
In this episode, David talks with Sam Hilsman, co-founder and CEO of CloudFruit, a studio that builds ERPs, analytics platforms, and custom products — including a custom ERP for a Chicago fabrication studio. Drawing on a path that runs from philosophy and healthcare administration into technical leadership, Sam makes the case that speed is the most underpriced risk in AI-assisted building.

• Sam unpacks his "Everything Trap" thesis: every decision incurs "change debt," so teams should build "icebergs, not ice sheets" — going narrow and deep, tightly scoping, testing relentlessly, and resisting feature bloat.
• He traces how his own AI use evolved from simple writing tasks to daily coding, and why he now works primarily in Claude Code alongside tools like Playwright for QA and Remotion for video.
• He shares hard-won lessons from an early venture  (HiiBo) around context management and pivoting, the unsolved problem of authentication for agents, and where real moats, governance, and ethical guardrails still need to come from as agents scale.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73090854Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:00:29 +0000Cockroach LabsGenerating working software with AI has never been easier, but every shortcut a team takes today is a debt it pays back later.  In this episode, David talks with Sam Hilsman, co-founder and CEO ofhttps://cloudfruit.com/, a studio that builds ERPs,...
In this episode, David talks with Sam Hilsman, co-founder and CEO of CloudFruit, a studio that builds ERPs, analytics platforms, and custom products — including a custom ERP for a Chicago fabrication studio. Drawing on a path that runs from philosophy and healthcare administration into technical leadership, Sam makes the case that speed is the most underpriced risk in AI-assisted building.

• Sam unpacks his "Everything Trap" thesis: every decision incurs "change debt," so teams should build "icebergs, not ice sheets" — going narrow and deep, tightly scoping, testing relentlessly, and resisting feature bloat.
• He traces how his own AI use evolved from simple writing tasks to daily coding, and why he now works primarily in Claude Code alongside tools like Playwright for QA and Remotion for video.
• He shares hard-won lessons from an early venture  (HiiBo) around context management and pivoting, the unsolved problem of authentication for agents, and where real moats, governance, and ethical guardrails still need to come from as agents scale.

]]>2870falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-inference-engineering-is-the-next-big-role-in-ai-with-philip-kiely--72554162 Baseten and author of Inference Engineering, a free guide to building and operating AI inference systems. 

• Philip argues that every company will soon need a dedicated team to own inference, and draws on his work at Baseten to explain why it demands fluency across GPU optimization, distributed systems, model correctness, and developer experience all at once. He walks through how agentic workloads are reshaping inference demands, which open-weight models are worth watching, and key optimization techniques including KV cache reuse, quantization, and speculative decoding. 

Grab your copy of Inference Engineering here: https://www.baseten.co/inference-engineering/ ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72554162Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:00:03 +0000Cockroach Labs​Most teams moving AI into production quickly discover that generating an output is the easy part; running it reliably, efficiently, and at scale is a discipline of its own.In this episode, David talks with Philip Kiely, engineer... Baseten and author of Inference Engineering, a free guide to building and operating AI inference systems. 

• Philip argues that every company will soon need a dedicated team to own inference, and draws on his work at Baseten to explain why it demands fluency across GPU optimization, distributed systems, model correctness, and developer experience all at once. He walks through how agentic workloads are reshaping inference demands, which open-weight models are worth watching, and key optimization techniques including KV cache reuse, quantization, and speculative decoding. 

Grab your copy of Inference Engineering here: https://www.baseten.co/inference-engineering/ ]]>3104falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/distributed-systems-linkerd-and-the-cost-of-network-calls-with-william-morgan-from-buoyant--72073153In Kubernetes environments, concerns like retries, security, observability, and traffic control often end up scattered across application code, leading to duplicated logic, inconsistent behavior, and systems that are harder to operate and debug. The service mesh was designed to solve exactly that.

In this episode, David talks with William Morgan, co-founder and CEO of Buoyant, about the origins of the service mesh and the role Linkerd plays today. Linkerd is an open source, CNCF-graduated service mesh for Kubernetes, built in Rust, that provides security, observability, and reliability.

William traces the idea back to his time at Twitter, where the company’s move from a Ruby on Rails monolith to distributed services on Mesos exposed the hidden complexity of network calls and failure handling. He walks through what makes Linkerd unique: operational simplicity, built-in TLS and policy, retries, timeouts, rate limiting, and traffic splitting for safer rollouts. The two also explore open source sustainability, the difference between simple and easy, and how AI may create new platform challenges through new traffic patterns, nondeterministic code, and heightened security needs.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72073153Wed, 20 May 2026 10:00:02 +0000Cockroach LabsIn Kubernetes environments, concerns like retries, security, observability, and traffic control often end up scattered across application code, leading to duplicated logic, inconsistent behavior, and systems that are harder to operate and debug. The...In Kubernetes environments, concerns like retries, security, observability, and traffic control often end up scattered across application code, leading to duplicated logic, inconsistent behavior, and systems that are harder to operate and debug. The service mesh was designed to solve exactly that.

In this episode, David talks with William Morgan, co-founder and CEO of Buoyant, about the origins of the service mesh and the role Linkerd plays today. Linkerd is an open source, CNCF-graduated service mesh for Kubernetes, built in Rust, that provides security, observability, and reliability.

William traces the idea back to his time at Twitter, where the company’s move from a Ruby on Rails monolith to distributed services on Mesos exposed the hidden complexity of network calls and failure handling. He walks through what makes Linkerd unique: operational simplicity, built-in TLS and policy, retries, timeouts, rate limiting, and traffic splitting for safer rollouts. The two also explore open source sustainability, the difference between simple and easy, and how AI may create new platform challenges through new traffic patterns, nondeterministic code, and heightened security needs.]]>2755falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/making-software-as-durable-as-data-with-peter-kraft-from-dbos--71328358Most workflow and orchestration tools rely on external systems and fragile state management, making it hard for applications, especially AI agents to recover from failures or long running interruptions.

In this episode, David talks with Peter Kraft, co-founder of DBOS, about a new approach to durable execution. DBOS is a lightweight, database-backed library that checkpoints program state so applications can resume after crashes, upgrades, or API failures. Originating from Stanford research with Matei Zaharia and Michael Stonebraker, the idea is to make software as durable as data by storing application state in the database.

Peter walks through what makes DBOS unique: the ability to run in-process while still giving you the durability, distribution, and observability you'd expect from a dedicated orchestration layer. The two also explore how AI agents will create new reliability challenges and why CockroachDB is a natural fit. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71328358Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:44:59 +0000Cockroach LabsMost workflow and orchestration tools rely on external systems and fragile state management, making it hard for applications, especially AI agents to recover from failures or long running interruptions. In this episode, David talks with Peter Kraft,...Most workflow and orchestration tools rely on external systems and fragile state management, making it hard for applications, especially AI agents to recover from failures or long running interruptions.

In this episode, David talks with Peter Kraft, co-founder of DBOS, about a new approach to durable execution. DBOS is a lightweight, database-backed library that checkpoints program state so applications can resume after crashes, upgrades, or API failures. Originating from Stanford research with Matei Zaharia and Michael Stonebraker, the idea is to make software as durable as data by storing application state in the database.

Peter walks through what makes DBOS unique: the ability to run in-process while still giving you the durability, distribution, and observability you'd expect from a dedicated orchestration layer. The two also explore how AI agents will create new reliability challenges and why CockroachDB is a natural fit. ]]>2612falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/breaking-the-pillars-rethinking-observability-with-charity-majors--70700421Most observability platforms are built around siloed signals, metrics, logs, and traces; not the rich context engineers actually need. The architecture of observability tooling hasn’t kept pace with the architecture of today’s distributed systems. 

In this episode, David sits down with Charity Majors, co-founder and CTO of Honeycomb.io and co-author of Observability Engineering, to rethink how modern teams understand production systems. Charity argues that the “three pillars” model is outdated, making the case for wide, structured events that preserve context and embrace high-cardinality data so engineers can ask better questions in real time.

Drawing on lessons from operating Parse  and its challenging acquisition by Facebook, Charity explains how those experiences shaped Honeycomb’s fast, custom-built observability engine. The two also  explore how AI agents could soon close the loop between code changes and production validation, and Charity previews the upcoming second edition of Observability Engineering, including a new focus on observability governance for CTOs.

Links for Charity:
charitydotwtf.substack.com,
honeycomb.io/blog, 
x.com/mipsytipsy]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70700421Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:00:02 +0000Cockroach LabsMost observability platforms are built around siloed signals, metrics, logs, and traces; not the rich context engineers actually need. The architecture of observability tooling hasn’t kept pace with the architecture of today’s distributed systems. ...Most observability platforms are built around siloed signals, metrics, logs, and traces; not the rich context engineers actually need. The architecture of observability tooling hasn’t kept pace with the architecture of today’s distributed systems. 

In this episode, David sits down with Charity Majors, co-founder and CTO of Honeycomb.io and co-author of Observability Engineering, to rethink how modern teams understand production systems. Charity argues that the “three pillars” model is outdated, making the case for wide, structured events that preserve context and embrace high-cardinality data so engineers can ask better questions in real time.

Drawing on lessons from operating Parse  and its challenging acquisition by Facebook, Charity explains how those experiences shaped Honeycomb’s fast, custom-built observability engine. The two also  explore how AI agents could soon close the loop between code changes and production validation, and Charity previews the upcoming second edition of Observability Engineering, including a new focus on observability governance for CTOs.

Links for Charity:
charitydotwtf.substack.com,
honeycomb.io/blog, 
x.com/mipsytipsy]]>3001falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-transform-dev-workflows-with-ci-cs-and-ai-agents-with-tomer-karin--70109819
In this episode, David sits down with Tomer Karin, a seasoned software architect in the automotive industry, to explore a new paradigm he calls Continuous Integration and Continuous Solution (CI/CS). Tomer argues that the future  of automated software development isn’t just faster feedback loops, it's systems that can autonomously remediate failures using AI.

Tomer shares how his years of working on large-scale automotive software revealed the inefficiencies of traditional development pipelines, where engineers spend significant time diagnosing and fixing issues instead of building new capabilities. With CI/CS, AI agents don’t just identify failing builds, they apply fixes that are verified through existing test pipelines, allowing teams to start the next day with a healthier codebase.

Join us as we discuss:

• Why traditional CI/CD breaks down as systems scale and complexity increases 
• What Continuous Integration and Continuous Solution looks like in practice
• How AI agents can safely diagnose and fix software failures
• Where human oversight fits into autonomous development pipelines
• The economic and productivity impact of autonomous software workflows

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70109819Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:00:02 +0000Cockroach LabsMost CI/CD pipelines are built to detect failure, not to resolve it. As software systems grow more distributed and complex, that limitation is becoming a bottleneck for resilience. In this episode, David sits down with Tomer Karin, a seasoned...
In this episode, David sits down with Tomer Karin, a seasoned software architect in the automotive industry, to explore a new paradigm he calls Continuous Integration and Continuous Solution (CI/CS). Tomer argues that the future  of automated software development isn’t just faster feedback loops, it's systems that can autonomously remediate failures using AI.

Tomer shares how his years of working on large-scale automotive software revealed the inefficiencies of traditional development pipelines, where engineers spend significant time diagnosing and fixing issues instead of building new capabilities. With CI/CS, AI agents don’t just identify failing builds, they apply fixes that are verified through existing test pipelines, allowing teams to start the next day with a healthier codebase.

Join us as we discuss:

• Why traditional CI/CD breaks down as systems scale and complexity increases 
• What Continuous Integration and Continuous Solution looks like in practice
• How AI agents can safely diagnose and fix software failures
• Where human oversight fits into autonomous development pipelines
• The economic and productivity impact of autonomous software workflows

]]>2065falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ai-market-cycles-and-the-systems-built-to-outlast-them-with-cockroach-labs-ceo-co-founder-spencer-kimball--69525858
In this episode, David sits down with Spencer Kimball, co-founder and CEO of Cockroach Labs, to explore the architectural and testing decisions behind CockroachDB, and why validating systems under worst-case conditions is essential to building reliable infrastructure at scale. Spencer shares the origin story of CockroachDB, tracing it back to his time at Google, where working on large-scale data systems and helping build Google Spanner exposed the limitations of existing database technologies. Motivated by the limits of existing database designs, Spencer and his co-founders left Google to build a resilient, scalable, open-source database designed for a world where failure isn’t an edge case, it’s the norm.

Plus, Spencer and David discuss how emerging AI workloads are reshaping expectations for database infrastructure by increasing scale, stressing latency budgets, and raising the cost of failure.

Join us as we discuss:

• How Google Spanner inspired the creation of CockroachDB
• Designing a database that assumed failure by default 
• What resilience means at massive scale
• How AI is changing the demands placed on modern databases
• How the Cockroach Labs–IBM partnership reflects a broader shift in enterprise modernization 
• Spencer’s futuristic vision for databases, from AI automation to outer space

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69525858Wed, 21 Jan 2026 11:00:09 +0000Cockroach LabsMost databases are designed for success cases. Real systems fail– the difference is whether they’re built and tested for it.  In this episode, David sits down with Spencer Kimball, co-founder and CEO of Cockroach Labs, to explore the architectural...
In this episode, David sits down with Spencer Kimball, co-founder and CEO of Cockroach Labs, to explore the architectural and testing decisions behind CockroachDB, and why validating systems under worst-case conditions is essential to building reliable infrastructure at scale. Spencer shares the origin story of CockroachDB, tracing it back to his time at Google, where working on large-scale data systems and helping build Google Spanner exposed the limitations of existing database technologies. Motivated by the limits of existing database designs, Spencer and his co-founders left Google to build a resilient, scalable, open-source database designed for a world where failure isn’t an edge case, it’s the norm.

Plus, Spencer and David discuss how emerging AI workloads are reshaping expectations for database infrastructure by increasing scale, stressing latency budgets, and raising the cost of failure.

Join us as we discuss:

• How Google Spanner inspired the creation of CockroachDB
• Designing a database that assumed failure by default 
• What resilience means at massive scale
• How AI is changing the demands placed on modern databases
• How the Cockroach Labs–IBM partnership reflects a broader shift in enterprise modernization 
• Spencer’s futuristic vision for databases, from AI automation to outer space

]]>3663falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-scale-data-infrastructure-from-startup-to-enterprise--66807772Nishant Raman, a seasoned data infrastructure expert, to explore the evolving world of data engineering, AI integration, and building scalable systems from the ground up. With experience across logistics, healthcare, and fintech, Nishant shares hard-won insights from years of building resilient, cost-conscious infrastructure that scales with company growth and technical complexity.

From choosing the right database to navigating the post-LLM explosion in tooling, this conversation offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to thrive as the first data hire and beyond.

Join us as we discuss:

• Nishant’s accidental path into data engineering and lessons from startup life
• The tradeoffs that can come with building scalable, cost-efficient data systems
• The growing role of AI in data infrastructure and what’s coming next for data teams

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66807772Tue, 01 Jul 2025 08:00:08 +0000Cockroach LabsIn this episode, David sits down with https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramannishant/, a seasoned data infrastructure expert, to explore the evolving world of data engineering, AI integration, and building scalable systems from the ground up. With...Nishant Raman, a seasoned data infrastructure expert, to explore the evolving world of data engineering, AI integration, and building scalable systems from the ground up. With experience across logistics, healthcare, and fintech, Nishant shares hard-won insights from years of building resilient, cost-conscious infrastructure that scales with company growth and technical complexity.

From choosing the right database to navigating the post-LLM explosion in tooling, this conversation offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to thrive as the first data hire and beyond.

Join us as we discuss:

• Nishant’s accidental path into data engineering and lessons from startup life
• The tradeoffs that can come with building scalable, cost-efficient data systems
• The growing role of AI in data infrastructure and what’s coming next for data teams

]]>2292false58fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/code-cloud-and-karate-the-unlikely-path-to-cloud-architecture--66282093Masaru Hoshi, a cloud architect at Qlik, to explore his unexpected journey into cloud architecture, the cultural influences that shaped his career, and the evolving disciplines transforming enterprise technology today.  Join as we discuss:

• Masaru’s path from developer to cloud architect and his open-source contributions
  
  
• The rising importance of site reliability engineering (SRE) and finops in modern enterprises
  
  
• The role of AI in reshaping SRE and predictive reliability management

• What songs should go in a playlist for a Site Reliability Engineer

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66282093Tue, 27 May 2025 08:00:07 +0000Cockroach LabsIn this episode, David sits down with https://www.linkedin.com/in/mhoshi/, a cloud architect at Qlik, to explore his unexpected journey into cloud architecture, the cultural influences that shaped his career, and the evolving disciplines transforming...Masaru Hoshi, a cloud architect at Qlik, to explore his unexpected journey into cloud architecture, the cultural influences that shaped his career, and the evolving disciplines transforming enterprise technology today.  Join as we discuss:

• Masaru’s path from developer to cloud architect and his open-source contributions
  
  
• The rising importance of site reliability engineering (SRE) and finops in modern enterprises
  
  
• The role of AI in reshaping SRE and predictive reliability management

• What songs should go in a playlist for a Site Reliability Engineer

]]>2421false57fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-build-an-ai-native-organization--66071422Peter Mattis, co-founder, CTO, and CPO of Cockroach Labs, to dive into the world of resilient databases, the evolution of AI in tech, and the journey of building a company that’s transforming how engineers approach scalability and performance. Peter shares insights from Cockroach Labs’ mission to create CockroachDB, a distributed SQL database designed to be virtually unbreakable and easily scalable in the cloud.

Join us as we discuss:

• Peter’s personal journey in the tech industry and the founding of Cockroach Labs
• How CockroachDB is pushing the limits of resilience, scalability, and performance
• The transformative impact of AI on engineering workflows and productivity, and how it will reshape industries like medicine, education, and daily life
• The importance of embracing AI in the workplace and developing AI literacy among employees

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66071422Tue, 13 May 2025 13:45:27 +0000Cockroach LabsIn this episode, David sits down with https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-mattis-46549144/, co-founder, CTO, and CPO of https://www.cockroachlabs.com/, to dive into the world of resilient databases, the evolution of AI in tech, and the journey of...Peter Mattis, co-founder, CTO, and CPO of Cockroach Labs, to dive into the world of resilient databases, the evolution of AI in tech, and the journey of building a company that’s transforming how engineers approach scalability and performance. Peter shares insights from Cockroach Labs’ mission to create CockroachDB, a distributed SQL database designed to be virtually unbreakable and easily scalable in the cloud.

Join us as we discuss:

• Peter’s personal journey in the tech industry and the founding of Cockroach Labs
• How CockroachDB is pushing the limits of resilience, scalability, and performance
• The transformative impact of AI on engineering workflows and productivity, and how it will reshape industries like medicine, education, and daily life
• The importance of embracing AI in the workplace and developing AI literacy among employees

]]>2586false56fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/inside-infrastructure-as-code-with-pulumi-s-founder-ceo--64322192Joe Duffy, CEO of Pulumi, to explore the revolutionary changes in cloud infrastructure and the power of Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Pulumi is redefining how developers and organizations manage cloud resources by enabling them to use familiar programming languages for scalable, efficient infrastructure management.

Join us as we discuss:

• The evolution of cloud infrastructure and how IaC is transforming engineering workflows.
• How Pulumi simplifies cloud management by bridging the gap between developers and operations.
• The impact of AI on infrastructure automation and the future of cloud computing.
• The challenges organizations face in scaling their cloud environments and how Pulumi helps overcome them.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64322192Tue, 11 Feb 2025 15:47:17 +0000Cockroach LabsIn this episode, David sits down with https://www.linkedin.com/in/joejduffy/, CEO ofhttps://www.pulumi.com/, to explore the revolutionary changes in cloud infrastructure and the power of Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Pulumi is redefining how...Joe Duffy, CEO of Pulumi, to explore the revolutionary changes in cloud infrastructure and the power of Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Pulumi is redefining how developers and organizations manage cloud resources by enabling them to use familiar programming languages for scalable, efficient infrastructure management.

Join us as we discuss:

• The evolution of cloud infrastructure and how IaC is transforming engineering workflows.
• How Pulumi simplifies cloud management by bridging the gap between developers and operations.
• The impact of AI on infrastructure automation and the future of cloud computing.
• The challenges organizations face in scaling their cloud environments and how Pulumi helps overcome them.

]]>2633false55fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/inside-ericsson-how-ai-and-automation-are-shaping-telecom--63940893
In this episode, David sits down with Anand Bajaj, Chief Architect at Ericsson, to explore the revolutionary shifts taking place with 5G technology. Anand breaks down the evolution from wired networks to the unparalleled flexibility of 5G, highlighting the power of network slicing in creating tailored, high-performance connections. From his early days coding in India to leading groundbreaking projects at Ericsson, Anand argues that connectivity is just as vital as our basic utilities. This conversation unveils how mobile technology powers the on-demand services we take for granted today, driving a transformative revolution in our world.

Join us as we discuss:

• How 5G enables scalable networks and the role of automation in managing complexity.
• Why the shift to virtualized networks and cloud-native design can be better for scalability and recovery.
• The convergence of telecom and IT, leading to flexible, hybrid infrastructures without vendor lock-in.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63940893Tue, 28 Jan 2025 09:00:07 +0000Cockroach LabsConnectivity has become as essential as power and water—without it, our modern world would grind to a halt. In this episode, David sits down with https://www.linkedin.com/in/anandkumarbajaj/, Chief Architect at https://www.ericsson.com/en, to explore...
In this episode, David sits down with Anand Bajaj, Chief Architect at Ericsson, to explore the revolutionary shifts taking place with 5G technology. Anand breaks down the evolution from wired networks to the unparalleled flexibility of 5G, highlighting the power of network slicing in creating tailored, high-performance connections. From his early days coding in India to leading groundbreaking projects at Ericsson, Anand argues that connectivity is just as vital as our basic utilities. This conversation unveils how mobile technology powers the on-demand services we take for granted today, driving a transformative revolution in our world.

Join us as we discuss:

• How 5G enables scalable networks and the role of automation in managing complexity.
• Why the shift to virtualized networks and cloud-native design can be better for scalability and recovery.
• The convergence of telecom and IT, leading to flexible, hybrid infrastructures without vendor lock-in.

]]>3188false54fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unboxing-the-cloud-ai-microservices-and-resilient-databases--63679089
In this episode, we talk with Jim Hatcher, Solutions Engineer at Cockroach Labs, about the future of application architecture. From cloud commitments and database optimization to the transformative role of AI, Jim shares expert insights into building resilient, scalable systems. We explore the shift to cloud-native architectures, containerization, and how CockroachDB delivers unmatched reliability for mission-critical operations.

Join us as we discuss:

• Breaking free from vendor lock-in with cloud portability for greater flexibility.
• Revolutionizing database management with AI and NVIDIA’s Jetson Nano.
• Ensuring high availability for essential applications in industries like finance and e-commerce.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63679089Tue, 14 Jan 2025 09:00:07 +0000Cockroach LabsWhat does it take to build systems that thrive in today’s fast-evolving tech landscape? In this episode, we talk withhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jihatcher/, Solutions Engineer at https://www.cockroachlabs.com/, about the future of application...
In this episode, we talk with Jim Hatcher, Solutions Engineer at Cockroach Labs, about the future of application architecture. From cloud commitments and database optimization to the transformative role of AI, Jim shares expert insights into building resilient, scalable systems. We explore the shift to cloud-native architectures, containerization, and how CockroachDB delivers unmatched reliability for mission-critical operations.

Join us as we discuss:

• Breaking free from vendor lock-in with cloud portability for greater flexibility.
• Revolutionizing database management with AI and NVIDIA’s Jetson Nano.
• Ensuring high availability for essential applications in industries like finance and e-commerce.

]]>3283falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/strategic-ai-and-cloud-solutions-github-s-blueprint-for-modern-development-success--62529554Ari LiVigni, Senior Cloud Solutions Architect at GitHub, for an engaging conversation about cloud infrastructure, cloud adoption, AI, and security. 

Join us as we discuss:

• The importance of effective cloud solutions for data protection and security, including a look at tools from GitHub, AWS, and Azure.
• GitHub's significant milestones, including its acquisition by Microsoft and the launch of innovative tools like pull requests and forking.
• How GitHub Copilot enhances productivity by enabling developers to focus on code prompts while automating routine tasks.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62529554Tue, 29 Oct 2024 08:00:02 +0000Cockroach LabsIn this episode, David welcomes https://www.linkedin.com/in/arilivigni/, Senior Cloud Solutions Architect at https://github.com/, for an engaging conversation about cloud infrastructure, cloud adoption, AI, and security.  Join us as we discuss: - The...Ari LiVigni, Senior Cloud Solutions Architect at GitHub, for an engaging conversation about cloud infrastructure, cloud adoption, AI, and security. 

Join us as we discuss:

• The importance of effective cloud solutions for data protection and security, including a look at tools from GitHub, AWS, and Azure.
• GitHub's significant milestones, including its acquisition by Microsoft and the launch of innovative tools like pull requests and forking.
• How GitHub Copilot enhances productivity by enabling developers to focus on code prompts while automating routine tasks.

]]>2397falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cloud-architecture-in-the-public-sector-balancing-innovation-and-security--62363344Nik Mayer, Principal Cloud Architect at Maximus, a company that partners with state, federal and local governments to provide critical health and human service programs. Nick discusses his journey into cloud architecture, emphasizing the impact of public cloud on innovation and accessibility. He also highlights the key differences between private and public sector cloud strategies, focusing on the heightened security and compliance requirements of government agencies.

Key takeaways from the episode include:

• The importance of cloud computing in the public sector
• The challenges of migrating legacy systems to the cloud
• The importance of balancing cost optimization with performance in federal cloud deployments
• The value of continuous learning and diverse experiences in staying current with the rapidly evolving tech landscape

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62363344Tue, 15 Oct 2024 08:00:02 +0000Cockroach LabsEver wondered how cloud architecture works in the public sector? In this episode, David Joy is joined by https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikolasmayer/, Principal Cloud Architect at https://maximus.com/, a company that partners with state, federal and...Nik Mayer, Principal Cloud Architect at Maximus, a company that partners with state, federal and local governments to provide critical health and human service programs. Nick discusses his journey into cloud architecture, emphasizing the impact of public cloud on innovation and accessibility. He also highlights the key differences between private and public sector cloud strategies, focusing on the heightened security and compliance requirements of government agencies.

Key takeaways from the episode include:

• The importance of cloud computing in the public sector
• The challenges of migrating legacy systems to the cloud
• The importance of balancing cost optimization with performance in federal cloud deployments
• The value of continuous learning and diverse experiences in staying current with the rapidly evolving tech landscape

]]>3780falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/dom-scandinaro-cameoDom Scandinaro, CTO at Cameo, the platform that allows users to send personalized videos from celebrities and creators. Scandinaro gives an in-depth overview of Cameo’s rapid growth from a simple idea into a robust and deeply personalized fan experience platform with the digital infrastructure to match. 

Join us as we discuss:

• How Cameo’s tech stack has evolved as the company expands globally
• Why leaders need to have an in-depth understanding of their team’s abilities and limitations
• How Cameo is harnessing Generative AI for new products and platform features.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62167836Tue, 01 Oct 2024 08:00:02 +0000Cockroach LabsThis week, David is joined by https://www.linkedin.com/in/dom-scandinaro, CTO at https://www.cameo.com/, the platform that allows users to send personalized videos from celebrities and creators. Scandinaro gives an in-depth overview of Cameo’s rapid...Dom Scandinaro, CTO at Cameo, the platform that allows users to send personalized videos from celebrities and creators. Scandinaro gives an in-depth overview of Cameo’s rapid growth from a simple idea into a robust and deeply personalized fan experience platform with the digital infrastructure to match. 

Join us as we discuss:

• How Cameo’s tech stack has evolved as the company expands globally
• Why leaders need to have an in-depth understanding of their team’s abilities and limitations
• How Cameo is harnessing Generative AI for new products and platform features.

]]>3054falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-journey-from-mainframe-to-adopting-generative-ai-with-equifax-s-senior-network-architect--61869311Equifax to learn about the steps they took to modernize from the mainframe to the cloud, as well as the impact AI has on the industry.

Join as we also discuss:

• The limitations of the mainframe and what enterprises need to consider when moving towards a cloud architecture.
• How to address modern security challenges including IAM controls, network segmentation, and DDoS protection.
• Innovative use cases for generative AI in network security, including how to automate defensive actions during cyber incidents.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61869311Tue, 17 Sep 2024 08:00:02 +0000Cockroach LabsIn this episode, our host David Joy speaks with Samarth Shah, Senior Network Architect at https://www.equifax.com/ to learn about the steps they took to modernize from the mainframe to the cloud, as well as the impact AI has on the industry. Join as...Equifax to learn about the steps they took to modernize from the mainframe to the cloud, as well as the impact AI has on the industry.

Join as we also discuss:

• The limitations of the mainframe and what enterprises need to consider when moving towards a cloud architecture.
• How to address modern security challenges including IAM controls, network segmentation, and DDoS protection.
• Innovative use cases for generative AI in network security, including how to automate defensive actions during cyber incidents.

]]>3387falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/ryan-berry-onestreamOneStream’s Senior VP of Cloud Architecture, Ryan Berry. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or finance professional, this episode offers indispensable knowledge on navigating modern cloud landscapes and optimizing financial software solutions.

Join as we discuss:

• The importance of learning new cloud patterns for cost-effectiveness and higher migration success.
• The intricacies of scaling infrastructure, particularly during high-demand scenarios such as month-end and quarterly financial modeling.
• What companies need to consider when adopting the cloud.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60902485Tue, 06 Aug 2024 08:00:03 +0000Cockroach LabsIn this episode, we dive into the heart of cloud architecture, disaster recovery, observability, and more with https://www.onestream.com/ Senior VP of Cloud Architecture, https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryantberry. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or...OneStream’s Senior VP of Cloud Architecture, Ryan Berry. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or finance professional, this episode offers indispensable knowledge on navigating modern cloud landscapes and optimizing financial software solutions.

Join as we discuss:

• The importance of learning new cloud patterns for cost-effectiveness and higher migration success.
• The intricacies of scaling infrastructure, particularly during high-demand scenarios such as month-end and quarterly financial modeling.
• What companies need to consider when adopting the cloud.

]]>2785falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/ignacio-segovia-altimetrik
Join as we discuss:

• How Altimetrik approaches modernization and product engineering efforts across industries including financial services, payments, and more.
• The importance of user satisfaction and how it drives technical decision-making across every architectural layer.
• Insights into building high-performance teams, including Ignacio’s hiring principles and interview questions

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60768717Tue, 23 Jul 2024 08:00:04 +0000Cockroach LabsIn this episode, David is joined by Head of Product Engineering and Chief Architect at Altimetrik, Ignacio Segovia.  From revolutionizing product engineering to harnessing the power of cloud technologies, Ignacio breaks down the themes of digital...
Join as we discuss:

• How Altimetrik approaches modernization and product engineering efforts across industries including financial services, payments, and more.
• The importance of user satisfaction and how it drives technical decision-making across every architectural layer.
• Insights into building high-performance teams, including Ignacio’s hiring principles and interview questions

]]>3076falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/unmesh-joshi-thoughtworksUnmesh Joshi, Principal Consultant at Thoughtworks and author of “Patterns of Distributed Systems” for a conversation on the technical intricacies that keep modern applications running smoothly. 

Join as we discuss:

• Key concepts behind distributed systems, including fault tolerance and consistency models, consensus algorithms, and more.
• Unmesh’s inspiration behind  “Patterns of Distributed Systems,” and how he hopes to simplify complex concepts for developers.
• Technical predictions for distributed systems over the next five years.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60635138Tue, 09 Jul 2024 08:00:04 +0000Cockroach LabsThis week, David is joined by https://www.linkedin.com/in/unmesh-joshi-9487635/?originalSubdomain=in Principal Consultant at https://www.thoughtworks.com/ and author of...Unmesh Joshi, Principal Consultant at Thoughtworks and author of “Patterns of Distributed Systems” for a conversation on the technical intricacies that keep modern applications running smoothly. 

Join as we discuss:

• Key concepts behind distributed systems, including fault tolerance and consistency models, consensus algorithms, and more.
• Unmesh’s inspiration behind  “Patterns of Distributed Systems,” and how he hopes to simplify complex concepts for developers.
• Technical predictions for distributed systems over the next five years.

]]>2676falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/scaling-for-2-billion-events-per-day-with-principal-software-engineer-at-red-ventures--60494248Red Ventures’ data platform has scaled from handling 16 million events per day to nearly 2 billion. To dive into the evolution of their architecture and understand how data effortlessly travels through their systems, our host David Joy sat down with Principal Software Engineer Majid Fatemian.

Join as we discuss:

• Why Red Ventures migrated from SQL Server to Amazon Redshift
• How the data landscape has changed over the last two decades
• The challenges every leader should expect when running a data platform
• Majid’s time at Ubisoft and his involvement in one of David’s favorite games, Far Cry 2

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60494248Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:00:08 +0000Cockroach LabsWith a growing library of media properties including CNET, Lonely Planet, and Bankrate, https://www.redventures.com/’ data platform has scaled from handling 16 million events per day to nearly 2 billion. To dive into the evolution of their...Red Ventures’ data platform has scaled from handling 16 million events per day to nearly 2 billion. To dive into the evolution of their architecture and understand how data effortlessly travels through their systems, our host David Joy sat down with Principal Software Engineer Majid Fatemian.

Join as we discuss:

• Why Red Ventures migrated from SQL Server to Amazon Redshift
• How the data landscape has changed over the last two decades
• The challenges every leader should expect when running a data platform
• Majid’s time at Ubisoft and his involvement in one of David’s favorite games, Far Cry 2

]]>2182falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/enabling-a-data-driven-and-innovative-engineering-culture-at-amplitude--60343108
To learn more about the innovative approaches at Amplitude, we sat down with their SVP of Engineering, Shadi Rostami, for a discussion on the significance of ownership, accountability, and a founder's mindset in shepherding a company's growth.

Join as we discuss: 

• Developing a growth mindset to enable a successful engineering career
• Shadi’s engineering principles including “ship fast with quality”
• How to scale platforms through informed data-driven prioritization and strategic product focus

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60343108Tue, 11 Jun 2024 08:00:04 +0000Cockroach LabsFor the engineering team at digital analytics company Amplitude, real-time customer feedback and cutting-edge Northstar metrics play a significant role in helping them adapt their tech stack and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market. To learn more...
To learn more about the innovative approaches at Amplitude, we sat down with their SVP of Engineering, Shadi Rostami, for a discussion on the significance of ownership, accountability, and a founder's mindset in shepherding a company's growth.

Join as we discuss: 

• Developing a growth mindset to enable a successful engineering career
• Shadi’s engineering principles including “ship fast with quality”
• How to scale platforms through informed data-driven prioritization and strategic product focus

]]>2912falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/rob-reid
In this episode, David sits down with technical evangelist, Rob Reid from Cockroach Labs,  to discuss the importance of architectural simplification through proven patterns, real-world examples, and practical use cases. 

Join as we discuss:

• The benefits of simplifying your data architecture
• Why you should think of regulations as part of your architecture
• How in some cases, running a database across three data centers can be cheaper than two
• What to know about selecting the right database for your use case

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60193408Tue, 28 May 2024 08:00:03 +0000Cockroach LabsModernizing database infrastructure can solve more than just data problems. It can also simplify your software architecture and the way your engineering organization works. In this episode, David sits down with technical evangelist, Rob Reid from...
In this episode, David sits down with technical evangelist, Rob Reid from Cockroach Labs,  to discuss the importance of architectural simplification through proven patterns, real-world examples, and practical use cases. 

Join as we discuss:

• The benefits of simplifying your data architecture
• Why you should think of regulations as part of your architecture
• How in some cases, running a database across three data centers can be cheaper than two
• What to know about selecting the right database for your use case

]]>2566falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/behind-the-scenes-with-vimeo-s-director-of-enterprise-architecture--60013613
This week, David is joined by Sachin Joshi, Director of Enterprise Architecture at Vimeo, to discuss customer experience as the north star of architecture work, the evolution and impact of AI, and Vimeo's code-to-cash process for business efficiency.
 
Join us as we discuss:

• Vimeo's enterprise architecture, integration, and automation
• How to prioritize customer experience when scaling applications
• Monolithic vs microservices architecture

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60013613Tue, 14 May 2024 08:00:03 +0000Cockroach Labs“Customer experience is top priority, if the customer isn’t happy and you scale it, it doesn’t matter, nobody's gonna use it!” This week, David is joined by Sachin Joshi, Director of Enterprise Architecture at Vimeo, to discuss customer experience as...
This week, David is joined by Sachin Joshi, Director of Enterprise Architecture at Vimeo, to discuss customer experience as the north star of architecture work, the evolution and impact of AI, and Vimeo's code-to-cash process for business efficiency.
 
Join us as we discuss:

• Vimeo's enterprise architecture, integration, and automation
• How to prioritize customer experience when scaling applications
• Monolithic vs microservices architecture

]]>2443falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-data-streaming-with-confluent-s-head-of-technology--59695996
In this episode, David is joined by Andrew Sellers, Head of Technology at Confluent, to discuss the dynamic world of data streaming and its transformative impact in the enterprise as well as everyday applications. Andrew sheds light on the evolution of data infrastructure and how Confluent is constantly working to revolutionize data management with its platform.

Join us as we discuss: 

• The pivotal role of technologies like Kafka and Apache Flink in application architectures
• How data streaming translates into tangible business value, from improved decision-making to enhanced operational efficiency
• Foresight into the evolving trends in real-time data processing, including why data streaming will ultimately make generative AI better

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59695996Tue, 30 Apr 2024 08:00:04 +0000Cockroach LabsHow to leverage real-time data processing for enterprises In this episode, David is joined by https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewjsel, Head of Technology at https://www.confluent.io/, to discuss the dynamic world of data streaming and its...
In this episode, David is joined by Andrew Sellers, Head of Technology at Confluent, to discuss the dynamic world of data streaming and its transformative impact in the enterprise as well as everyday applications. Andrew sheds light on the evolution of data infrastructure and how Confluent is constantly working to revolutionize data management with its platform.

Join us as we discuss: 

• The pivotal role of technologies like Kafka and Apache Flink in application architectures
• How data streaming translates into tangible business value, from improved decision-making to enhanced operational efficiency
• Foresight into the evolving trends in real-time data processing, including why data streaming will ultimately make generative AI better

]]>2855falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/gajanan-chinchwadkar-hypermodeHypermode does just that. To learn how the world of data and databases have been rapidly evolving for the age of AI, we sat down with their CTO Gajanan Chinchwadkar (previously Chief Systems Architect at Visa). 

Join as we discuss:

• The evolution of database technologies from niche markets to a $100 billion industry with over 8000 options. 
• Scaling databases in different organizational contexts, and strategies for staying up-to-date with industry trends.
• How AI will impact the programming landscape.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59582607Tue, 23 Apr 2024 08:00:04 +0000Cockroach LabsDevelopers need a toolkit to build AI into their applications – models, functions, & data, https://hypermode.com/home does just that. To learn how the world of data and databases have been rapidly evolving for the age of AI, we sat down with their...Hypermode does just that. To learn how the world of data and databases have been rapidly evolving for the age of AI, we sat down with their CTO Gajanan Chinchwadkar (previously Chief Systems Architect at Visa). 

Join as we discuss:

• The evolution of database technologies from niche markets to a $100 billion industry with over 8000 options. 
• Scaling databases in different organizational contexts, and strategies for staying up-to-date with industry trends.
• How AI will impact the programming landscape.

]]>2302falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/inside-the-mind-of-the-chief-architect-at-index-exchange--59468916Joshua Prismon shares insights on his journey from guiding the architecture of FICO to his current role enabling media owners to grow revenue and marketers to reach consumers on any screen at Index Exchange. From the democratization of credit scores to the ethical considerations of AI use, Josh provides a comprehensive overview of the intersection between technology, privacy, and innovation.

Join as we discuss:

• The transformative impact of technology on credit scoring and financial services.
• The importance of balancing technological advancements with privacy-focused ad tech.
• The critical role of app architecture in navigating data privacy and regulatory compliance.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59468916Tue, 16 Apr 2024 08:00:04 +0000Cockroach LabsWith over a decade of experience spanning various industries, Chief Architect https://www.linkedin.com/in/prismon/ shares insights on his journey from guiding the architecture of FICO to his current role enabling media owners to grow revenue and...Joshua Prismon shares insights on his journey from guiding the architecture of FICO to his current role enabling media owners to grow revenue and marketers to reach consumers on any screen at Index Exchange. From the democratization of credit scores to the ethical considerations of AI use, Josh provides a comprehensive overview of the intersection between technology, privacy, and innovation.

Join as we discuss:

• The transformative impact of technology on credit scoring and financial services.
• The importance of balancing technological advancements with privacy-focused ad tech.
• The critical role of app architecture in navigating data privacy and regulatory compliance.

]]>2607falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/jp-grace-endearEndear, JP Grace. 

Join as we discuss:

• The intricacies of building and maintaining a robust infrastructure and data platform — from refining operating procedures to leveraging managed services.
• Challenges and opportunities faced by CTOs — from the shift in mindset to prioritizing spending and building relationships with cloud platform companies.
• The transformative potential of AI in B2C marketing and beyond.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59359479Tue, 09 Apr 2024 08:00:02 +0000Cockroach LabsMajor retailers from AllBirds to Alo Yoga to Glossier boost sales and increase customer loyalty with Endear’s CRM solution. To learn about the technology behind the scenes enabling omni-channel strategies at these large consumer brands, David Joy sat...Endear, JP Grace. 

Join as we discuss:

• The intricacies of building and maintaining a robust infrastructure and data platform — from refining operating procedures to leveraging managed services.
• Challenges and opportunities faced by CTOs — from the shift in mindset to prioritizing spending and building relationships with cloud platform companies.
• The transformative potential of AI in B2C marketing and beyond.

]]>2280falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/vlad-fiscal-noteVlad Eidelman, Chief Technology Officer at FiscalNote a Government Relationship Management (GRM) service, sits down with David Joy to examine the technical complexities involved with acquisitions. Vlad explains the challenges with integrating products running on different infrastructures, and talks through his proven strategies for a successful integration.

Join as we discuss:

• The intricacies of tech acquisitions including the essential steps in pre-acquisition diligence, technology integration, and organizational alignment.
• Considerations for creating reliable AI solutions.
• How big data has shifted over the last decade.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59245767Tue, 02 Apr 2024 08:00:02 +0000Cockroach Labshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/veidelman, Chief Technology Officer at https://fiscalnote.com/ a Government Relationship Management (GRM) service, sits down with David Joy to examine the technical complexities involved with acquisitions. Vlad explains the...Vlad Eidelman, Chief Technology Officer at FiscalNote a Government Relationship Management (GRM) service, sits down with David Joy to examine the technical complexities involved with acquisitions. Vlad explains the challenges with integrating products running on different infrastructures, and talks through his proven strategies for a successful integration.

Join as we discuss:

• The intricacies of tech acquisitions including the essential steps in pre-acquisition diligence, technology integration, and organizational alignment.
• Considerations for creating reliable AI solutions.
• How big data has shifted over the last decade.

]]>2814falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/alexis-lowe-moonpigMoonpig makes personalized gifting for any occasion easy. But behind the simplicity of Moonpig’s platform are complex technologies that enable the deep customization that customers love. To talk about the architecture behind Moonpig, Principal Engineer Alexis Lowe sat down with our host David Joy.

Join as we discuss:

• How serverless technologies are helping Moonpig manage costs and handle spikes in usage
• The failover solutions that are implemented to ensure Moonpig can provide an always-on experience even during high-traffic events such as holidays
• How Alexis experiments with new AWS services and why he loves Lambda

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59100701Tue, 19 Mar 2024 13:27:21 +0000Cockroach LabsWhether you need to send greeting cards or flowers, https://sites.google.com/moonpig.com/lifeatmoonpig/home makes personalized gifting for any occasion easy. But behind the simplicity of Moonpig’s platform are complex technologies that enable the deep...Moonpig makes personalized gifting for any occasion easy. But behind the simplicity of Moonpig’s platform are complex technologies that enable the deep customization that customers love. To talk about the architecture behind Moonpig, Principal Engineer Alexis Lowe sat down with our host David Joy.

Join as we discuss:

• How serverless technologies are helping Moonpig manage costs and handle spikes in usage
• The failover solutions that are implemented to ensure Moonpig can provide an always-on experience even during high-traffic events such as holidays
• How Alexis experiments with new AWS services and why he loves Lambda

]]>2528falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/booz-allen-hamilton-brian-johnson
Join as we discuss:

• Brian’s extensive global career that spans test engineering, software architecture, metrology, and his time in the military.
• Demystifying the approach to problem-solving and technology selection.
• Scalability, risk assessment, and the suitability of architecture frameworks.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58931950Tue, 05 Mar 2024 13:56:16 +0000Cockroach LabsConsulting firm Booz Allen Hamilton plays a pivotal role in keeping federal agencies including the United States Department of Defense and the VA on the cutting edge. In this episode, host David Joy is joined by Booz Allen Hamilton’s Sr. Solutions...
Join as we discuss:

• Brian’s extensive global career that spans test engineering, software architecture, metrology, and his time in the military.
• Demystifying the approach to problem-solving and technology selection.
• Scalability, risk assessment, and the suitability of architecture frameworks.

]]>2126falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/madalina-tanasie-collibraDavid sits down with Madalina to discuss the always-evolving technology landscape and the recent advancements in AI, especially in the context of her work at Collibra.

Join us to discuss:

• The need for engineering leaders who can translate technical issues into business pains.
• The “buy vs. build” mentality — and the benefit of leveraging managed services.
• AI governance and the importance of regulatory compliance and informed business decisions.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58842892Tue, 27 Feb 2024 11:00:02 +0000Cockroach LabsMadalina Tanasie's career has been led by her belief that technology should be purposeful. Embracing choices that reflected this conviction, her professional path ultimately led to the C-suite. David sits down with Madalina to discuss the...David sits down with Madalina to discuss the always-evolving technology landscape and the recent advancements in AI, especially in the context of her work at Collibra.

Join us to discuss:

• The need for engineering leaders who can translate technical issues into business pains.
• The “buy vs. build” mentality — and the benefit of leveraging managed services.
• AI governance and the importance of regulatory compliance and informed business decisions.

]]>2740falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/rod-senra-loadsmart
Join us to discuss:

• How to understand different database offerings and how to choose the right one.
• What it takes to manage an engineering team like Napoleon led his frontlines — strategic, yet tactical.
• How he uses AI/ML at Loadsmart, and other interesting AI/ML projects Rod has been a part of including the Gatorade Sweat Patch and mobile ordering app for Philz Coffee.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58750721Tue, 20 Feb 2024 13:57:24 +0000Cockroach LabsYears before Rod Senra became VP of Engineering, he started out in academia in Brazil. He recalls the early days of Python and teaching computer engineering to his students. Today, he leads as VP of Engineering at Loadsmart, a logistics technology...
Join us to discuss:

• How to understand different database offerings and how to choose the right one.
• What it takes to manage an engineering team like Napoleon led his frontlines — strategic, yet tactical.
• How he uses AI/ML at Loadsmart, and other interesting AI/ML projects Rod has been a part of including the Gatorade Sweat Patch and mobile ordering app for Philz Coffee.

]]>3302falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/majid-fatemian-redventuresRed Ventures’ data platform has scaled from handling 16 million events per day to nearly 2 billion. To dive into the evolution of their architecture and understand how data effortlessly travels through their systems, our host David Joy sat down with Principal Software Engineer Majid Fatemian.

Join as we discuss:

• Why Red Ventures migrated from SQL Server to Amazon Redshift
• How the data landscape has changed over the last two decades
• The challenges every leader should expect when running a data platform
• Majid’s time at Ubisoft and his involvement in one of David’s favorite games, Far Cry 2

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58411778Tue, 23 Jan 2024 08:00:03 +0000Cockroach LabsWith a growing library of media properties including CNET, Lonely Planet, and Bankrate, https://www.redventures.com/’ data platform has scaled from handling 16 million events per day to nearly 2 billion. To dive into the evolution of their...Red Ventures’ data platform has scaled from handling 16 million events per day to nearly 2 billion. To dive into the evolution of their architecture and understand how data effortlessly travels through their systems, our host David Joy sat down with Principal Software Engineer Majid Fatemian.

Join as we discuss:

• Why Red Ventures migrated from SQL Server to Amazon Redshift
• How the data landscape has changed over the last two decades
• The challenges every leader should expect when running a data platform
• Majid’s time at Ubisoft and his involvement in one of David’s favorite games, Far Cry 2

]]>2182falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/mike-hurwitz-bluecoreBluecore’s retail marketing platform is trusted by companies including CVS Pharmacy, Neiman Marcus, and more to transform data into effective customer journeys. To learn what it takes to build architecture capable of powering some of the world's biggest marketing campaigns and gathering valuable insights along the way, our host David Joy sat down with Software Architect Mike Hurwitz.

Join as we discuss:

• The technical decisions behind Bluecore’s architecture
• Why Bluecore prioritizes bandwidth over latency
• The most effective ways to work with AI/ML in marketing
• Mike’s perspectives on programming languages including Visual Basic, C#, Scala, and Go

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58311282Tue, 16 Jan 2024 08:00:03 +0000Cockroach Labshttps://www.bluecore.com/’s retail marketing platform is trusted by companies including CVS Pharmacy, Neiman Marcus, and more to transform data into effective customer journeys. To learn what it takes to build architecture capable of powering some of...Bluecore’s retail marketing platform is trusted by companies including CVS Pharmacy, Neiman Marcus, and more to transform data into effective customer journeys. To learn what it takes to build architecture capable of powering some of the world's biggest marketing campaigns and gathering valuable insights along the way, our host David Joy sat down with Software Architect Mike Hurwitz.

Join as we discuss:

• The technical decisions behind Bluecore’s architecture
• Why Bluecore prioritizes bandwidth over latency
• The most effective ways to work with AI/ML in marketing
• Mike’s perspectives on programming languages including Visual Basic, C#, Scala, and Go

]]>3479falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/jordan-thoms-kami
We hear all about the transformative journey of Kami, an education technology company, from Founder and CTO Jordan Thoms. He shares the company's evolution story in New Zealand, its early focus on teacher empowerment, and the pivotal moments in adapting its product direction based on the needs of the education community.

Join us as we discuss:

• The iterative process of product development and adaptation to meet the evolving needs of teachers and students
• Challenges faced in scaling a startup, including balancing team size, retaining company culture, and delivering a high-quality product.
• Discussing the value AI brings for education.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58233531Tue, 09 Jan 2024 08:00:04 +0000Cockroach LabsRevolutionizing education with technology, and classrooms in particular, is no easy lift. But the right interactive tools and the ability to navigate the complexities of scaling in a market driven by digital advancements, is essential for success. We...
We hear all about the transformative journey of Kami, an education technology company, from Founder and CTO Jordan Thoms. He shares the company's evolution story in New Zealand, its early focus on teacher empowerment, and the pivotal moments in adapting its product direction based on the needs of the education community.

Join us as we discuss:

• The iterative process of product development and adaptation to meet the evolving needs of teachers and students
• Challenges faced in scaling a startup, including balancing team size, retaining company culture, and delivering a high-quality product.
• Discussing the value AI brings for education.

]]>3019falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/inside-chick-fil-a-s-infrastructure-recipe-for-a-perfect-customer-experience--58076057
Behind Chick-fil-A’s speedy service and chicken sandwiches, is a state-of-the-art architecture that collects over 1 billion data points per month. From its cloud infrastructure to the edge compute clusters running Kubernetes in each Chick-fil-A restaurant, the customer experience is the result of a thoughtfully designed, cloud-first, and zero-touch approach.

Join as we discuss:

• The internal innovation process at Chick-fil-A and how great ideas can come from anywhere in the company.
• How edge computing helps Chick-fil-A solve capacity challenges, collect telemetry data, ensure high quality food, and drive better restaurant worker and customer experiences.
• How Chick-fil-A’s engineers designed a high availability system capable of withstanding spiky events such as lunch rushes and promotions.
• Why Kubernetes is a no-brainer for their use-cases.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58076057Thu, 28 Dec 2023 13:12:10 +0000Cockroach LabsIn this best of 2023 episode, David Joy sits down with Brian Chambers, Chief Architect at Chick-fil-A Corporate. Behind Chick-fil-A’s speedy service and chicken sandwiches, is a state-of-the-art architecture that collects over 1 billion data points...
Behind Chick-fil-A’s speedy service and chicken sandwiches, is a state-of-the-art architecture that collects over 1 billion data points per month. From its cloud infrastructure to the edge compute clusters running Kubernetes in each Chick-fil-A restaurant, the customer experience is the result of a thoughtfully designed, cloud-first, and zero-touch approach.

Join as we discuss:

• The internal innovation process at Chick-fil-A and how great ideas can come from anywhere in the company.
• How edge computing helps Chick-fil-A solve capacity challenges, collect telemetry data, ensure high quality food, and drive better restaurant worker and customer experiences.
• How Chick-fil-A’s engineers designed a high availability system capable of withstanding spiky events such as lunch rushes and promotions.
• Why Kubernetes is a no-brainer for their use-cases.

]]>3442falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/early-days-at-google-building-cockroachdb-with-peter-mattis--58071272In this conversation, Peter goes way under the hood to talk about how CockroachDB is architected, how that architecture has evolved, and how the architecture will continue to evolve to make developers’ lives easier.
Join us as we discuss:

• The origins of GIMP and early days at Google
• How Peter built Pebble & how it compares to RocksDB
• Lessons learned building Postgres compatibility
• What the future of “serverless” databases will look like

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58071272Wed, 20 Dec 2023 14:03:28 +0000Cockroach LabsIn this best of 2023 episode, Tim Veil talks to Peter Mattis, Co-founder and CTO at Cockroach Labs. In this conversation, Peter goes way under the hood to talk about how CockroachDB is architected, how that architecture has evolved, and how the...In this conversation, Peter goes way under the hood to talk about how CockroachDB is architected, how that architecture has evolved, and how the architecture will continue to evolve to make developers’ lives easier.
Join us as we discuss:

• The origins of GIMP and early days at Google
• How Peter built Pebble & how it compares to RocksDB
• Lessons learned building Postgres compatibility
• What the future of “serverless” databases will look like

]]>2842falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/erol-kavas-pwcAs a multi-cloud expert with 100+ certifications, author of the book “Mastering Terraform on AWS”, and Director of PwC, Erol Kavas has plenty of perspective across the cloud ecosystem.


Join as we discuss:

• Implementing cloud infrastructure and migrating legacy applications to the cloud
• What enterprises should consider before moving to multi-cloud
• Why Erol fell in love with Terraform

[Buy “Mastering Terraform on AWS: Automate AWS Infrastructure with Terraform using streamlined frameworks and best practices” by Erol Kavas, click here]]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57912231Tue, 05 Dec 2023 08:00:03 +0000Cockroach LabsAs a multi-cloud expert with 100+ certifications, author of the book “Mastering Terraform on AWS”, and Director of PwC, Erol Kavas has plenty of perspective across the cloud ecosystem. Join as we discuss: - Implementing cloud infrastructure and...As a multi-cloud expert with 100+ certifications, author of the book “Mastering Terraform on AWS”, and Director of PwC, Erol Kavas has plenty of perspective across the cloud ecosystem.


Join as we discuss:

• Implementing cloud infrastructure and migrating legacy applications to the cloud
• What enterprises should consider before moving to multi-cloud
• Why Erol fell in love with Terraform

[Buy “Mastering Terraform on AWS: Automate AWS Infrastructure with Terraform using streamlined frameworks and best practices” by Erol Kavas, click here]]]>3339falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/matt-bowman-yextIf you have ever tried to find a local branch of a major retailer, left a review on a product page, or talked to an on-page chatbot, you have likely interacted with the frontend of Yext’s Digital Experience Platform. But what goes into the backend for a modular and composable platform that can deliver for enterprises of all sizes? To answer this question, we sat down with Matt Bowman, VP of Software Engineering at Yext.


Join as we discuss:

• The biggest changes in the technical landscape over the last 20 years from cloud adoption to application development.
• Leadership principles, hiring strategies, and advice for fostering innovation.
• The challenges and opportunities that come with AI.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57823368Tue, 28 Nov 2023 08:00:03 +0000Cockroach LabsIf you have ever tried to find a local branch of a major retailer, left a review on a product page, or talked to an on-page chatbot, you have likely interacted with the frontend of Yext’s Digital Experience Platform. But what goes into the backend for...If you have ever tried to find a local branch of a major retailer, left a review on a product page, or talked to an on-page chatbot, you have likely interacted with the frontend of Yext’s Digital Experience Platform. But what goes into the backend for a modular and composable platform that can deliver for enterprises of all sizes? To answer this question, we sat down with Matt Bowman, VP of Software Engineering at Yext.


Join as we discuss:

• The biggest changes in the technical landscape over the last 20 years from cloud adoption to application development.
• Leadership principles, hiring strategies, and advice for fostering innovation.
• The challenges and opportunities that come with AI.

]]>2920falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/mike-gordon-fivetranFivetran, the automated data movement platform, helps Fortune 500 companies transport data across different sources from point A to point B. To learn about the leading tech management and engineering triumphs that have helped them in their mission to make data simple, we sat down with the VP of Platform Engineering at Fivetran (and former Googler) Mike Gordon.


Join as we discuss:

• The influence of accessibility on data scaling in the cloud.
• The impact of rapid technological advancements on data management.
• The crucial role of efficiency in the process of data scaling.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57623469Tue, 14 Nov 2023 08:00:03 +0000Cockroach Labshttps://fivetran.com/, the automated data movement platform, helps Fortune 500 companies transport data across different sources from point A to point B. To learn about the leading tech management and engineering triumphs that have helped them in...Fivetran, the automated data movement platform, helps Fortune 500 companies transport data across different sources from point A to point B. To learn about the leading tech management and engineering triumphs that have helped them in their mission to make data simple, we sat down with the VP of Platform Engineering at Fivetran (and former Googler) Mike Gordon.


Join as we discuss:

• The influence of accessibility on data scaling in the cloud.
• The impact of rapid technological advancements on data management.
• The crucial role of efficiency in the process of data scaling.

]]>2869falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/shadi-rostami-amplitudeFor the engineering team at digital analytics company Amplitude, real-time customer feedback and cutting-edge Northstar metrics play a significant role in helping them adapt their tech stack and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.


To learn more about the innovative approaches at Amplitude, we sat down with their SVP of Engineering, Shadi Rostami, for a discussion on the significance of ownership, accountability, and a founder's mindset in shepherding a company's growth.


Join as we discuss:

• Developing a growth mindset to enable a successful engineering career
• Shadi’s engineering principles including “ship fast with quality”
• How to scale platforms through informed data-driven prioritization and strategic product focus

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57536317Tue, 07 Nov 2023 08:00:03 +0000Cockroach LabsFor the engineering team at digital analytics company Amplitude, real-time customer feedback and cutting-edge Northstar metrics play a significant role in helping them adapt their tech stack and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market. To learn more...For the engineering team at digital analytics company Amplitude, real-time customer feedback and cutting-edge Northstar metrics play a significant role in helping them adapt their tech stack and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.


To learn more about the innovative approaches at Amplitude, we sat down with their SVP of Engineering, Shadi Rostami, for a discussion on the significance of ownership, accountability, and a founder's mindset in shepherding a company's growth.


Join as we discuss:

• Developing a growth mindset to enable a successful engineering career
• Shadi’s engineering principles including “ship fast with quality”
• How to scale platforms through informed data-driven prioritization and strategic product focus

]]>2931falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/meg-adams-esteelauder

To learn about her approaches to leadership, the intricacies of managing cloud infrastructure and analytics, and what it takes to build powerful platforms and top-tier teams, our host David
Joy catches Meg for a first-ever in-person recording.

Join as we discuss:

• Implementing engineering best practices and testing to ensure uptime and performance on a singular platform.
• The pivotal shift from on-premises infrastructure to the cloud for ease of use and scalability.
• Career advice from Meg's incredible journey into the tech world.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57447301Tue, 31 Oct 2023 08:00:04 +0000Cockroach LabsMeg Adams has had a remarkable journey to tech leader — from special education teacher, to retail sales manager at Victoria's Secret and learning to code, to managing teams at Etsy at Condé Nast — and now, her current role as Executive Director of...

To learn about her approaches to leadership, the intricacies of managing cloud infrastructure and analytics, and what it takes to build powerful platforms and top-tier teams, our host David
Joy catches Meg for a first-ever in-person recording.

Join as we discuss:

• Implementing engineering best practices and testing to ensure uptime and performance on a singular platform.
• The pivotal shift from on-premises infrastructure to the cloud for ease of use and scalability.
• Career advice from Meg's incredible journey into the tech world.

]]>2513falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-i-take-your-order-building-conversational-ai-to-improve-the-customer-experience--57259980
Join as we discuss:

• How to design systems with good customer service as the key objective.
• Tackling technical challenges in speech-to-text transcription such as low audio quality, background noises, and more.
• Building for Super Bowl scale while achieving low latency.
• Why Akshay’s team took a Kubernetes-first approach from Day 1.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57259980Tue, 17 Oct 2023 07:00:03 +0000Cockroach LabsIndecisiveness at the drive-through is just one of the many factors that ConverseNow’s conversational AI software for restaurants has to design for. To see what tools, programming languages, and more go into enabling a successful automated food order,...
Join as we discuss:

• How to design systems with good customer service as the key objective.
• Tackling technical challenges in speech-to-text transcription such as low audio quality, background noises, and more.
• Building for Super Bowl scale while achieving low latency.
• Why Akshay’s team took a Kubernetes-first approach from Day 1.

]]>3966falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/marianne-bellottiAre legacy systems just outdated systems? The answer is, it’s complicated…
In this episode, we’re joined by Marianne Bellotti, author of “Kill It With Fire”. Marianne has built data infrastructure for the United Nations and tackled some of the oldest and most complicated computer systems in the world as part of the United States Digital Service.


Join as we discuss:

• Marianne’s fascinating and often surprising insights from the field.
• The art of balancing innovation with preserving the best of legacy systems.
• Managing technology deployments, pushing back on load test results, and setting realistic expectations throughout a modernization project.
• Why AI has potential to change the world of software engineering.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57163631Tue, 10 Oct 2023 08:00:03 +0000Cockroach LabsAre legacy systems just outdated systems? The answer is, it’s complicated… In this episode, we’re joined by https://www.linkedin.com/in/bellmar/, author of “Kill It With Fire”. Marianne has built data infrastructure for the United Nations and tackled...Are legacy systems just outdated systems? The answer is, it’s complicated…
In this episode, we’re joined by Marianne Bellotti, author of “Kill It With Fire”. Marianne has built data infrastructure for the United Nations and tackled some of the oldest and most complicated computer systems in the world as part of the United States Digital Service.


Join as we discuss:

• Marianne’s fascinating and often surprising insights from the field.
• The art of balancing innovation with preserving the best of legacy systems.
• Managing technology deployments, pushing back on load test results, and setting realistic expectations throughout a modernization project.
• Why AI has potential to change the world of software engineering.

]]>3256falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/siddhartha-sandhu-routeA purchase may seem complete after a user checks out, but the package itself still needs to make the voyage to the customer’s doorstep. Route’s post-purchase platform is designed to handle every step of this journey from offering package insurance to providing transparent tracking information, and is currently used by big companies including Alo Yoga and Cotopaxi.


Route’s astounding 98.1% customer retention rate is the result of a feedback-driven and cross-departmental culture that translates data into actionable improvements. To learn about the engineering and architecture that makes better customer experiences possible, our host David Joy sat down with their Engineering Manager, Siddhartha Sandhu.

Join as we discuss:

• The power of customer-centric product development
• Why the best way to improve your product is to use it
• How to choose tooling that will enable faster product growth

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56845041Tue, 19 Sep 2023 08:00:03 +0000Cockroach LabsA purchase may seem complete after a user checks out, but the package itself still needs to make the voyage to the customer’s doorstep. Route’s post-purchase platform is designed to handle every step of this journey from offering package insurance to...A purchase may seem complete after a user checks out, but the package itself still needs to make the voyage to the customer’s doorstep. Route’s post-purchase platform is designed to handle every step of this journey from offering package insurance to providing transparent tracking information, and is currently used by big companies including Alo Yoga and Cotopaxi.


Route’s astounding 98.1% customer retention rate is the result of a feedback-driven and cross-departmental culture that translates data into actionable improvements. To learn about the engineering and architecture that makes better customer experiences possible, our host David Joy sat down with their Engineering Manager, Siddhartha Sandhu.

Join as we discuss:

• The power of customer-centric product development
• Why the best way to improve your product is to use it
• How to choose tooling that will enable faster product growth

]]>3492falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/mike-willbanks-sparklabsAs the CTO at development agency Spark Labs, Mike Willbanks gets the opportunity to work with every technology under the sun. This episode is a free-flowing conversation about the trends that have defined the modern developer experience as well as what’s next.


Join as we discuss:

• The biggest challenges that come with building applications including authentication and payment processing.
• Why enterprises are responding to the serverless paradigm.
• How Mike’s team uses Copilot and ChatGPT Pro and what the benefits & limitations are.
• Why the world of databases will always be a wild west.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56742316Tue, 12 Sep 2023 08:00:03 +0000Cockroach LabsAs the CTO at development agency https://www.thesparklaboratory.com/, https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikewillbanks/ gets the opportunity to work with every technology under the sun. This episode is a free-flowing conversation about the trends that have...As the CTO at development agency Spark Labs, Mike Willbanks gets the opportunity to work with every technology under the sun. This episode is a free-flowing conversation about the trends that have defined the modern developer experience as well as what’s next.


Join as we discuss:

• The biggest challenges that come with building applications including authentication and payment processing.
• Why enterprises are responding to the serverless paradigm.
• How Mike’s team uses Copilot and ChatGPT Pro and what the benefits & limitations are.
• Why the world of databases will always be a wild west.

]]>5053falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/kishore-koduri-ameren/At Ameren, resilient infrastructure is what keeps the lights on for millions of residents across the Midwest. We caught up with Kishore Koduri, Ameren’s Senior Director of Enterprise Architecture to hear about what goes into modernizing such critical applications as well as what any enterprise can learn from his experiences.


Join as we discuss:

• How to build roadmaps, create migration plans, and monitor progress during large-scale digital transformation projects
• The challenges of breaking down a monolithic application into microservices
• Why you shouldn’t just implement new technology for the sake of it
• Fascinating practical use cases for ChatGPT and Google Bard

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56689014Tue, 05 Sep 2023 08:00:03 +0000Cockroach LabsAt https://www.ameren.com/, resilient infrastructure is what keeps the lights on for millions of residents across the Midwest. We caught up with https://www.linkedin.com/in/kishorekoduri/, Ameren’s Senior Director of Enterprise Architecture to hear...At Ameren, resilient infrastructure is what keeps the lights on for millions of residents across the Midwest. We caught up with Kishore Koduri, Ameren’s Senior Director of Enterprise Architecture to hear about what goes into modernizing such critical applications as well as what any enterprise can learn from his experiences.


Join as we discuss:

• How to build roadmaps, create migration plans, and monitor progress during large-scale digital transformation projects
• The challenges of breaking down a monolithic application into microservices
• Why you shouldn’t just implement new technology for the sake of it
• Fascinating practical use cases for ChatGPT and Google Bard

]]>3419chatgpt,database,technologyfalsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/jason-valentino-bnymellon/“Successful platforming means getting real product managers involved, promoting reuse, and measuring happiness and success. Letting the voice of the customer guide us is essential – we want to be a respected and effective platform”


Jason Valentino, Head of Engineering Enablement at BNY Mellon sat down with us to share his highlights and valuable insights from his 10+ year history leading engineering teams at companies including Capital One Labs and Peloton.


Join us as we discuss:

• Why it’s critical for enterprises to focus on good developer experiences
• The incubation projects that evolved into shipped-to-production products
• Creative ways to keep engineering teams aligned on the latest technical trends
• Why Jason thinks GitHub is the most game changing engineering tool of the last decade

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56622081Tue, 29 Aug 2023 08:00:03 +0000Cockroach Labs“Successful platforming means getting real product managers involved, promoting reuse, and measuring happiness and success. Letting the voice of the customer guide us is essential – we want to be a respected and effective platform”...“Successful platforming means getting real product managers involved, promoting reuse, and measuring happiness and success. Letting the voice of the customer guide us is essential – we want to be a respected and effective platform”


Jason Valentino, Head of Engineering Enablement at BNY Mellon sat down with us to share his highlights and valuable insights from his 10+ year history leading engineering teams at companies including Capital One Labs and Peloton.


Join us as we discuss:

• Why it’s critical for enterprises to focus on good developer experiences
• The incubation projects that evolved into shipped-to-production products
• Creative ways to keep engineering teams aligned on the latest technical trends
• Why Jason thinks GitHub is the most game changing engineering tool of the last decade

]]>3590falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/mike-murphy-new-york-life/Building the software behind life insurance systems is a complicated endeavor. Organizations need to consider the need to keep millions of data records with decades-long histories, factor in the many variables for individual policies, and comply with legal regulations that can vary from state to state.

In this special bonus episode with our former host Tim Veil, Tim examines the intricacies of the life insurance industry with Mike Murphy, Corporate Vice President, Life Insurance Domain Architect at New York Life for a fascinating technical conversation.Join as we discuss:

• Effectively writing software for insurance policies
• The problem with sequential IDs
• Soft-coded vs hard-coded practices
• The challenges of horizontal scale for insurance application architecture

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56548407Tue, 22 Aug 2023 08:00:03 +0000Cockroach LabsBuilding the software behind life insurance systems is a complicated endeavor. Organizations need to consider the need to keep millions of data records with decades-long histories, factor in the many variables for individual policies, and comply with...Building the software behind life insurance systems is a complicated endeavor. Organizations need to consider the need to keep millions of data records with decades-long histories, factor in the many variables for individual policies, and comply with legal regulations that can vary from state to state.

In this special bonus episode with our former host Tim Veil, Tim examines the intricacies of the life insurance industry with Mike Murphy, Corporate Vice President, Life Insurance Domain Architect at New York Life for a fascinating technical conversation.Join as we discuss:

• Effectively writing software for insurance policies
• The problem with sequential IDs
• Soft-coded vs hard-coded practices
• The challenges of horizontal scale for insurance application architecture

]]>2653falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/arjun-narayan-materialize/We delve into the journey of Arjun Narayan , Co-Founder and CEO of Materialize, a streaming SQL database for real-time applications, live dashboards, and streaming data pipelines. He shares his personal experiences in the field of data analytics, his fascination with distributed systems, and his passion for working with databases.

Arjun shares how his mind was blown by the Spanner paper back in 2012 and its impact on prevailing notions of weak isolation and consistency. We also explore the challenges of building complex systems, the evolution of streaming systems, and the practical applications of Materialize in real-world scenarios.

Join us as we discuss:

How Materialize simplifies the communication of its technology to users

The value of Materialize's join capability

The challenges of streaming and the importance of state management

How to survive backlash from Hacker News comments]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56326067Tue, 01 Aug 2023 08:00:03 +0000Cockroach LabsWe delve into the journey of https://www.linkedin.com/in/arjunravinarayan/, Co-Founder and CEO of https://materialize.com/, a streaming SQL database for real-time applications, live dashboards, and streaming data pipelines. He shares his personal...We delve into the journey of Arjun Narayan , Co-Founder and CEO of Materialize, a streaming SQL database for real-time applications, live dashboards, and streaming data pipelines. He shares his personal experiences in the field of data analytics, his fascination with distributed systems, and his passion for working with databases.

Arjun shares how his mind was blown by the Spanner paper back in 2012 and its impact on prevailing notions of weak isolation and consistency. We also explore the challenges of building complex systems, the evolution of streaming systems, and the practical applications of Materialize in real-world scenarios.

Join us as we discuss:

How Materialize simplifies the communication of its technology to users

The value of Materialize's join capability

The challenges of streaming and the importance of state management

How to survive backlash from Hacker News comments]]>4488falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/hans-knecht/“My goal is to basically be AWS, but for the developers in the sense that like, my five man SRE team can support 10 developers, it can support 1000 developers” - Hans Knecht, Platform Engineer


Hans Knecht has over 10+ years in the industry at companies including Mission Lane and Capital One. Whether he is designing self-serving platforms, creating comprehensive documentation, or providing technical recommendations, his efforts ultimately help developers take the tedium out of building great applications.


Join as we discuss:

• The importance of good documentation, and why the phrase “They don’t quit a bad job, they quit a bad manager” can also apply to platforms with poor documentation.
• The terrifying moment when a mistake in a piece of code was pushed to production (And how his team got everything back up and running).
• Why technical conversations are actually business conversations.
• Why Hans thinks everyone should learn Kubernetes.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56203848Tue, 25 Jul 2023 08:00:03 +0000Cockroach Labs“My goal is to basically be AWS, but for the developers in the sense that like, my five man SRE team can support 10 developers, it can support 1000 developers” - Hans Knecht, Platform Engineer Hans Knecht has over 10+ years in the industry at...“My goal is to basically be AWS, but for the developers in the sense that like, my five man SRE team can support 10 developers, it can support 1000 developers” - Hans Knecht, Platform Engineer


Hans Knecht has over 10+ years in the industry at companies including Mission Lane and Capital One. Whether he is designing self-serving platforms, creating comprehensive documentation, or providing technical recommendations, his efforts ultimately help developers take the tedium out of building great applications.


Join as we discuss:

• The importance of good documentation, and why the phrase “They don’t quit a bad job, they quit a bad manager” can also apply to platforms with poor documentation.
• The terrifying moment when a mistake in a piece of code was pushed to production (And how his team got everything back up and running).
• Why technical conversations are actually business conversations.
• Why Hans thinks everyone should learn Kubernetes.

]]>3338falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/brian-chambers-chick-fil-a/Brian Chambers began his Chick-fil-A journey behind the counter. Today, he is the Chief Architect at Chick-fil-A Corporate, where he oversees the teams building the infrastructure that powers every step of the customer journey, from mobile ordering to quality control.


Behind its speedy service and chicken sandwiches, is a state-of-the-art architecture that collects over 1 billion data points per month. From its cloud infrastructure to the edge compute clusters running Kubernetes in each Chick-fil-A restaurant, the customer experience is the result of a thoughtfully designed, cloud-first, and zero-touch approach.


Join as we discuss:

• The internal innovation process at Chick-fil-A and how great ideas can come from anywhere in the company.
• How edge computing helps Chick-fil-A solve capacity challenges, collect telemetry data, ensure high quality food, and drive better restaurant worker and customer experiences.
• How Chick-fil-A’s engineers designed a high availability system capable of withstanding spiky events such as lunch rushes and promotions.
• Why Kubernetes is a no-brainer for their use-cases.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56134605Tue, 18 Jul 2023 17:00:02 +0000Cockroach Labshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-chambers/ began his Chick-fil-A journey behind the counter. Today, he is the Chief Architect at Chick-fil-A Corporate, where he oversees the teams building the infrastructure that powers every step of the customer...Brian Chambers began his Chick-fil-A journey behind the counter. Today, he is the Chief Architect at Chick-fil-A Corporate, where he oversees the teams building the infrastructure that powers every step of the customer journey, from mobile ordering to quality control.


Behind its speedy service and chicken sandwiches, is a state-of-the-art architecture that collects over 1 billion data points per month. From its cloud infrastructure to the edge compute clusters running Kubernetes in each Chick-fil-A restaurant, the customer experience is the result of a thoughtfully designed, cloud-first, and zero-touch approach.


Join as we discuss:

• The internal innovation process at Chick-fil-A and how great ideas can come from anywhere in the company.
• How edge computing helps Chick-fil-A solve capacity challenges, collect telemetry data, ensure high quality food, and drive better restaurant worker and customer experiences.
• How Chick-fil-A’s engineers designed a high availability system capable of withstanding spiky events such as lunch rushes and promotions.
• Why Kubernetes is a no-brainer for their use-cases.

]]>3370falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/chris-stura-pwc/Chris Stura, Director of PwC UK has had over 20+ years in the world of software, wearing many hats from Software Engineer to Chief Architect to Director of Technology Delivery.

During his time at PwC, Chris’ projects have spanned helping banks migrate from legacy systems to modern architecture, working on the performance analytics software Cloud Cost Assurance, and technical consulting for financial services and capital markets.

Join as we discuss:

• How a passion for video games at a young age ultimately kickstarted a decades-long career in software architecture
• What enterprises and architects should know before migrating from legacy systems to distributed architecture
• Chris’ thoughts on serverless, open source, Kubernetes, generative AI, and more
• Why Chris thinks the base requirements for knative are too high

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56055229Tue, 11 Jul 2023 08:00:03 +0000Cockroach LabsChris Stura, Director of PwC UK has had over 20+ years in the world of software, wearing many hats from Software Engineer to Chief Architect to Director of Technology Delivery. During his time at PwC, Chris’ projects have spanned helping banks...Chris Stura, Director of PwC UK has had over 20+ years in the world of software, wearing many hats from Software Engineer to Chief Architect to Director of Technology Delivery.

During his time at PwC, Chris’ projects have spanned helping banks migrate from legacy systems to modern architecture, working on the performance analytics software Cloud Cost Assurance, and technical consulting for financial services and capital markets.

Join as we discuss:

• How a passion for video games at a young age ultimately kickstarted a decades-long career in software architecture
• What enterprises and architects should know before migrating from legacy systems to distributed architecture
• Chris’ thoughts on serverless, open source, Kubernetes, generative AI, and more
• Why Chris thinks the base requirements for knative are too high

]]>2777falsefullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/grant-muller-xylem/Grant Muller, Vice President of Applications and Technology Architecture at Xylem. Grant shares valuable insights on bridging end-to-end solutions while focusing on energy efficiency and data collection in utility facilities.

Grant explains IoT standards in utility facilities and the importance of SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems for device automation and control. He emphasizes the need to address cyber security concerns and highlights the significance of dividing the workload through a robust architecture.

The conversation then delves into data management, with a focus on understanding data lakehouse patterns and motivating the centralization of data locations. Grant also gets into his thoughts on Data Mesh and its usage in managing and scaling data effectively.

Join as we discuss:

• IoT data on the edge
• Cyber security risk management
• Data lakehouse patterns and the expansion of data meshes

Be sure to rate the podcast 5-stars on your favorite podcast platform like Apple and Spotify.

You can also watch every episode on YouTube!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54076748Tue, 06 Jun 2023 09:00:02 +0000Cockroach LabsIn the latest episode of "Big Ideas in App Architecture," we dive into the world of utility facilities and their app architecture with guest https://www.linkedin.com/in/grantmuller/, Vice President of Applications and Technology Architecture at...Grant Muller, Vice President of Applications and Technology Architecture at Xylem. Grant shares valuable insights on bridging end-to-end solutions while focusing on energy efficiency and data collection in utility facilities.

Grant explains IoT standards in utility facilities and the importance of SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems for device automation and control. He emphasizes the need to address cyber security concerns and highlights the significance of dividing the workload through a robust architecture.

The conversation then delves into data management, with a focus on understanding data lakehouse patterns and motivating the centralization of data locations. Grant also gets into his thoughts on Data Mesh and its usage in managing and scaling data effectively.

Join as we discuss:

• IoT data on the edge
• Cyber security risk management
• Data lakehouse patterns and the expansion of data meshes

Be sure to rate the podcast 5-stars on your favorite podcast platform like Apple and Spotify.

You can also watch every episode on YouTube!]]>2700false14fullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/mattias-sio-fjellvang-doubble/Mattias Sio Fjellvang, CTO and Co-Founder of Doubble, joins to discuss the technical challenges he’s faced while building a "double dating" application. Mattias discusses tech stack decisions, developing with a completely distributed team, and the incredible month-to-month growth of the application.

Mattias talks about what it was like for ‘a React guy’ to develop using Dart and Flutter. Taking a prototype built on MongoDB and flipping it to CockroachDB to solve the scalability, reliability, and data compliance issues challenges. Join as we discuss:

• The application design of a double-dating application
• CockroachDB vs Mongo
• The use of Github’s co-pilot development
• How Doubble handles downtime

Be sure to rate the podcast 5-stars on your favorite podcast platform like Apple and Spotify. You can also watch every episode on YouTube!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54045062Tue, 30 May 2023 18:58:04 +0000Cockroach LabsThis week, https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattiasfjellvang/?originalSubdomain=dk, CTO and Co-Founder ofhttps://www.doubble.app/, joins to discuss the technical challenges he’s faced while building a "double dating" application. Mattias discusses tech...Mattias Sio Fjellvang, CTO and Co-Founder of Doubble, joins to discuss the technical challenges he’s faced while building a "double dating" application. Mattias discusses tech stack decisions, developing with a completely distributed team, and the incredible month-to-month growth of the application.

Mattias talks about what it was like for ‘a React guy’ to develop using Dart and Flutter. Taking a prototype built on MongoDB and flipping it to CockroachDB to solve the scalability, reliability, and data compliance issues challenges. Join as we discuss:

• The application design of a double-dating application
• CockroachDB vs Mongo
• The use of Github’s co-pilot development
• How Doubble handles downtime

Be sure to rate the podcast 5-stars on your favorite podcast platform like Apple and Spotify. You can also watch every episode on YouTube!]]>2722false13fullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/adam-koch-paycor/Adam Koch, Systems Engineering Fellow at Paycor, discusses transitioning from legacy systems to the cloud and its impact on application architecture.

Adam draws on his wealth of knowledge and experience in the field to help frame the evolution of data architecture and infrastructure. He shares his perspective on the limitless possibilities that cloud scale brings, while also giving an honest accounting of the challenges that come with it.

Additional topics include:

• Maintaining boundaries on acquired domains
• Ensuring effective master data authentication
• Strategies to address and prevent downtime
• Building effective teams for effective architecture

Be sure to rate and review the podcast on your favorite podcast platform like Apple and Spotify. You can also watch every episode on our YouTube channel.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53958667Tue, 23 May 2023 09:00:03 +0000Cockroach LabsIn this episode, https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-koch-um/, Systems Engineering Fellow at https://www.paycor.com/, discusses transitioning from legacy systems to the cloud and its impact on application architecture. Adam draws on his wealth of...Adam Koch, Systems Engineering Fellow at Paycor, discusses transitioning from legacy systems to the cloud and its impact on application architecture.

Adam draws on his wealth of knowledge and experience in the field to help frame the evolution of data architecture and infrastructure. He shares his perspective on the limitless possibilities that cloud scale brings, while also giving an honest accounting of the challenges that come with it.

Additional topics include:

• Maintaining boundaries on acquired domains
• Ensuring effective master data authentication
• Strategies to address and prevent downtime
• Building effective teams for effective architecture

Be sure to rate and review the podcast on your favorite podcast platform like Apple and Spotify. You can also watch every episode on our YouTube channel.]]>2943false12fullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/joe-lynch/
In this episode, Joe Lynch, a technical leader with decades of experience (Google, Twilio…), discusses the fundamental principles of building software efficiently; and the human obstacles that get in our way. Joe explains the difference between "laws" and tendencies in software engineering and how understanding Conway's law can lead to better organizational structure, better peer review practices, and better software design.

We also address pressure on engineers to get things right and the danger of striving for perfection, which can be the enemy of good. He stresses the importance of setting up a "problem space" to identify problems before you start “solutioning”.

Join as we discuss:

• A satirical Grand Unified Theory of software engineering
• How to properly understand a problem before solving it
• The impact of humanity in software engineering
• Be weary of Kubernetes. It is not a silver bullet.

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53776779Tue, 09 May 2023 08:00:02 +0000Cockroach Labs“Aside from math and physics, there are no laws in software engineering.” In this episode, https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephflynch/, a technical leader with decades of experience (Google, Twilio…), discusses the fundamental principles of building...
In this episode, Joe Lynch, a technical leader with decades of experience (Google, Twilio…), discusses the fundamental principles of building software efficiently; and the human obstacles that get in our way. Joe explains the difference between "laws" and tendencies in software engineering and how understanding Conway's law can lead to better organizational structure, better peer review practices, and better software design.

We also address pressure on engineers to get things right and the danger of striving for perfection, which can be the enemy of good. He stresses the importance of setting up a "problem space" to identify problems before you start “solutioning”.

Join as we discuss:

• A satirical Grand Unified Theory of software engineering
• How to properly understand a problem before solving it
• The impact of humanity in software engineering
• Be weary of Kubernetes. It is not a silver bullet.

]]>3112false11fullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/yolanda-davis-cloudera/ Yolanda Davis, Principal Software Engineer at Cloudera, to talk about Apache NiFi and its role in streamlining data transfers.

Yolanda explains the architecture of Cloudera’s Apache NiFi and the UI developers use of the tool to design and manage dataflows. She also shares how Kubernetes has changed the game in terms of efficiency and scalability (while acknowledging the occasionally immense challenge of growing K8s).

We delve into the challenges of observability and monitoring in the cloud. And how Cloudera is using the insights gathered from monitoring. Yolanda also shares some unique observations about the way she sees the public cloud being leveraged for scaling efficiently for performance and cost savings.

Join as we discuss:

• Cloudera’s Apache NiFi and how it streamlines data transfers, operates within the cloud, and deploys dataflow
• Exploring the combination of observability and AI
• Scaling efficiently for performance and cost efficiency

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53705967Tue, 02 May 2023 08:00:02 +0000Cockroach LabsIn today's episode, we're joined byhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/yolandamdavis/, Principal Software Engineer at https://www.cloudera.com/, to talk about Apache NiFi and its role in streamlining data transfers. Yolanda explains the architecture of... Yolanda Davis, Principal Software Engineer at Cloudera, to talk about Apache NiFi and its role in streamlining data transfers.

Yolanda explains the architecture of Cloudera’s Apache NiFi and the UI developers use of the tool to design and manage dataflows. She also shares how Kubernetes has changed the game in terms of efficiency and scalability (while acknowledging the occasionally immense challenge of growing K8s).

We delve into the challenges of observability and monitoring in the cloud. And how Cloudera is using the insights gathered from monitoring. Yolanda also shares some unique observations about the way she sees the public cloud being leveraged for scaling efficiently for performance and cost savings.

Join as we discuss:

• Cloudera’s Apache NiFi and how it streamlines data transfers, operates within the cloud, and deploys dataflow
• Exploring the combination of observability and AI
• Scaling efficiently for performance and cost efficiency

]]>2916false10fullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/peter-mattis-cockroach-labs/
Peter Mattis, Co-founder and CTO at Cockroach Labs, was given that unsolicited advice from an audience member at a conference in 2018. Five years later Cockroach Labs has cashed plenty of checks signed by CIOs from some of the biggest companies on the planet. In this conversation, Peter goes way under the hood to talk about how CockroachDB is architected, how that architecture has evolved, and how the architecture will continue to evolve to make developers’ lives easier.

Join us as we discuss:

• The origins of GIMP and early days at Google
• How Peter built Pebble & how it compares to RocksDB
• Lessons learned building Postgres compatibility
• What the future of “serverless” databases will look like

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53564485Tue, 18 Apr 2023 08:00:07 +0000Cockroach Labs“I guarantee you no CIO will ever write a check to Cockroach Labs. You have to change the name.” https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-mattis-46549144/, Co-founder and CTO at https://www.cockroachlabs.com/, was given that unsolicited advice from an...
Peter Mattis, Co-founder and CTO at Cockroach Labs, was given that unsolicited advice from an audience member at a conference in 2018. Five years later Cockroach Labs has cashed plenty of checks signed by CIOs from some of the biggest companies on the planet. In this conversation, Peter goes way under the hood to talk about how CockroachDB is architected, how that architecture has evolved, and how the architecture will continue to evolve to make developers’ lives easier.

Join us as we discuss:

• The origins of GIMP and early days at Google
• How Peter built Pebble & how it compares to RocksDB
• Lessons learned building Postgres compatibility
• What the future of “serverless” databases will look like

]]>2771false9fullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/andy-pavlo-ottertune/Andy Pavlo, an Associate Professor with indefinite tenure of databaseology in the computer science department at Carnegie Mellon University and the Co-Founder of OtterTune.

Andy discusses how his introduction to “databaseology” changed the way databases are not only built but also studied for more efficiency at companies. From optimizing databases for efficient testing and usage to building effective databases using the right knobs and building blocks, Andy shares his insights and expertise on how to improve the performance and reliability of your applications.

Join as we discuss:

• The emerging field of databaseology and its importance for efficient testing and usage.
• The design and implementation of effective databases using the right knobs and building blocks.
• Latest trends and techniques in database management and design that can improve application performance.

Be sure to rate the podcast on your favorite podcast platform like Apple and Spotify!

You can also watch every episode of Big Ideas in App Architecture by going to our YouTube page!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53428091Tue, 04 Apr 2023 09:00:02 +0000Cockroach LabsThis week, we’re with one of those masters of database building, https://www.cs.cmu.edu/~pavlo/, an Associate Professor with indefinite tenure of databaseology in the computer science department at Carnegie Mellon University and the Co-Founder of...Andy Pavlo, an Associate Professor with indefinite tenure of databaseology in the computer science department at Carnegie Mellon University and the Co-Founder of OtterTune.

Andy discusses how his introduction to “databaseology” changed the way databases are not only built but also studied for more efficiency at companies. From optimizing databases for efficient testing and usage to building effective databases using the right knobs and building blocks, Andy shares his insights and expertise on how to improve the performance and reliability of your applications.

Join as we discuss:

• The emerging field of databaseology and its importance for efficient testing and usage.
• The design and implementation of effective databases using the right knobs and building blocks.
• Latest trends and techniques in database management and design that can improve application performance.

Be sure to rate the podcast on your favorite podcast platform like Apple and Spotify!

You can also watch every episode of Big Ideas in App Architecture by going to our YouTube page!]]>3041false8fullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/dan-goldin/
In this episode of "Big Ideas in App Architecture," we explore several crucial aspects of backend engineering including stateless systems architected for resilience and how to do observability well. Our guest, Dan Goldin, Chief Architect at TripleLift, shares his expertise, drawing from his years of experience at startups and in the ad-technology industry. For those interested in customer experience, Dan discusses the power of data and how to leverage it to optimize app interactions. For those interested in application architecture, he talks about building resilience into different systems at TripleLift.

Join as we discuss:

• The value of investing in “clean code”.
• How TripleLift gradually developed a strong data engineering function
• The challenge and importance of using observability to enhance customer experience
• Building stateless systems for resilience
• The cost of outages and architecting to prevent them

Be sure to rate the podcast on your favorite podcast platform like Apple and Spotify!

You can also watch every episode of Big Ideas in App Architecture by going to our YouTube page!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53360790Tue, 28 Mar 2023 09:00:03 +0000Cockroach LabsDatabase architecture can be a vital part of enhancing and maintaining customer success! In this episode of "Big Ideas in App Architecture," we explore several crucial aspects of backend engineering including stateless systems architected for...
In this episode of "Big Ideas in App Architecture," we explore several crucial aspects of backend engineering including stateless systems architected for resilience and how to do observability well. Our guest, Dan Goldin, Chief Architect at TripleLift, shares his expertise, drawing from his years of experience at startups and in the ad-technology industry. For those interested in customer experience, Dan discusses the power of data and how to leverage it to optimize app interactions. For those interested in application architecture, he talks about building resilience into different systems at TripleLift.

Join as we discuss:

• The value of investing in “clean code”.
• How TripleLift gradually developed a strong data engineering function
• The challenge and importance of using observability to enhance customer experience
• Building stateless systems for resilience
• The cost of outages and architecting to prevent them

Be sure to rate the podcast on your favorite podcast platform like Apple and Spotify!

You can also watch every episode of Big Ideas in App Architecture by going to our YouTube page!]]>3098false7fullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/stephen-blum-pubnub/
In short, a ton!

This week, Stephen Blum, CTO and Founder of PubNub, joins to discuss how specific tech roles will likely change as AI becomes more ingrained in the work of tech companies. Moreover, he theorizes that innovative companies won’t view AI as merely a means of shaving headcount, but will instead turn AI into a competitive edge — using real-time testing to develop applications quickly and efficiently.

Join as we discuss:

• Tech’s role in the future of jobs and replacing humans
• Building a system to test in real-time with the market
• Remote work and how work culture has evolved

Be sure to rate the podcast on your favorite podcast platform like Apple and Spotify!

You can also watch every episode of Big Ideas in App Architecture by going to our YouTube page!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53272083Tue, 21 Mar 2023 09:00:03 +0000Cockroach LabsAI is expanding in our lives like never before. How is it changing the way we approach software development for the future? In short, a ton! This week, https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenlb/, CTO and Founder of https://www.pubnub.com/, joins to...
In short, a ton!

This week, Stephen Blum, CTO and Founder of PubNub, joins to discuss how specific tech roles will likely change as AI becomes more ingrained in the work of tech companies. Moreover, he theorizes that innovative companies won’t view AI as merely a means of shaving headcount, but will instead turn AI into a competitive edge — using real-time testing to develop applications quickly and efficiently.

Join as we discuss:

• Tech’s role in the future of jobs and replacing humans
• Building a system to test in real-time with the market
• Remote work and how work culture has evolved

Be sure to rate the podcast on your favorite podcast platform like Apple and Spotify!

You can also watch every episode of Big Ideas in App Architecture by going to our YouTube page!]]>2481false6fullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/matt-ranney-doordash/
This week we’re joined by Matt Ranney, Principal Engineer at DoorDash who emphasizes the importance of finding productivity angels in smaller teams with more automation, and how understanding that unit testing isn't the only valuable metric can lead to building more efficient infrastructure systems.

Matt also discusses the pros and cons of Kubernetes and microsystems, and provides call-to-actions when Doordash experiences failures or downtimes on microservices. He stresses the importance of acknowledging that partial failure is still complete failure, and how taking steps to prevent and mitigate these failures can greatly improve overall system reliability.Join as we discuss:

• Finding productivity angels: Discover the importance of finding productivity angels in smaller teams with more automation.
• Valuable metrics beyond unit testing: Unit testing is important but don’t let it get in the way.
• Get tips on how to prevent downtime and mitigate failures on microservices
• The importance and power of Change Data Capture

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53188127Tue, 14 Mar 2023 09:00:03 +0000Cockroach LabsYou are effectively scaling your software teams to their maximum efficiency. When is the right time to automate specific features to accommodate your growing team? This week we’re joined by https://www.linkedin.com/in/mranney/, Principal Engineer...
This week we’re joined by Matt Ranney, Principal Engineer at DoorDash who emphasizes the importance of finding productivity angels in smaller teams with more automation, and how understanding that unit testing isn't the only valuable metric can lead to building more efficient infrastructure systems.

Matt also discusses the pros and cons of Kubernetes and microsystems, and provides call-to-actions when Doordash experiences failures or downtimes on microservices. He stresses the importance of acknowledging that partial failure is still complete failure, and how taking steps to prevent and mitigate these failures can greatly improve overall system reliability.Join as we discuss:

• Finding productivity angels: Discover the importance of finding productivity angels in smaller teams with more automation.
• Valuable metrics beyond unit testing: Unit testing is important but don’t let it get in the way.
• Get tips on how to prevent downtime and mitigate failures on microservices
• The importance and power of Change Data Capture

]]>2847false5fullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/paul-lawler-wahoo-fitness/
This week, we’re joined by Paul Lawler, Head of Software at Wahoo Fitness as he discusses how athletes everywhere are using technology to understand and grow their physical health in real-time. In this conversation Paul explains his experiences building highly available apps and services for a decade in Ed-Tech before moving into the fitness industry. While he shares a ton of interesting technical choices, his thoughts on the importance of hiring collaborative personalities might be the most compelling takeaway.
Join as we discuss:

• Wahoo Fitness front end and back end technology tools.
• How Wahoo captures data information through fitness devices and their app
• Paul’s journey burning “innovation tokens” with microservices
• Creating high-performance teams to establish consistent and streamlined products to customers

Be sure to rate and review us on your favorite podcast platform!
Mentioned in this episode:

• Will Larson’s book “Staff Engineer: Leadership Beyond the Management Track”
• The DevOps Handbook

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53108711Tue, 07 Mar 2023 10:00:02 +0000Cockroach LabsGet fit in real time with tech’s advancements in the fitness industry! This week, we’re joined byhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/paullawler/, Head of Software at https://www.wahoofitness.com/ as he discusses how athletes everywhere are using technology...
This week, we’re joined by Paul Lawler, Head of Software at Wahoo Fitness as he discusses how athletes everywhere are using technology to understand and grow their physical health in real-time. In this conversation Paul explains his experiences building highly available apps and services for a decade in Ed-Tech before moving into the fitness industry. While he shares a ton of interesting technical choices, his thoughts on the importance of hiring collaborative personalities might be the most compelling takeaway.
Join as we discuss:

• Wahoo Fitness front end and back end technology tools.
• How Wahoo captures data information through fitness devices and their app
• Paul’s journey burning “innovation tokens” with microservices
• Creating high-performance teams to establish consistent and streamlined products to customers

Be sure to rate and review us on your favorite podcast platform!
Mentioned in this episode:

• Will Larson’s book “Staff Engineer: Leadership Beyond the Management Track”
• The DevOps Handbook

]]>3437false4fullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/gregg-mojica-alloy/Gregg Mojica, Co-Founder and CTO of Alloy Automation, as we uncover the magic of multi-region architecture, serverless tools, scaling up and down with Kubernetes, and solving problems for merchants all over the world.

Gregg will share his insights on how to build an efficient tech stack that solves problems for ecommerce companies by helping them integrate apps and platforms. We'll dive into technical decisions that Gregg and his team have made related to AWS, DynamoDB, Kubernetes, EKS, and more. Serverless architecture comes up often in the context of serving a global audience, dealing with bursts of traffic and trying to be cost efficient (and operationally efficient) at all times.

Join as we discuss:

• Experience growing a company through YC
• Multi-region architecture for serving end users all over the world
• Strategic use cases for serverless functions
• The efficiencies of paying by consumption with serverless
• The challenges/benefits of Kubernetes
• Stacking updates by location

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52827071Tue, 28 Feb 2023 10:00:01 +0000Cockroach LabsStep into the future of app architecture with https://www.linkedin.com/in/greggmojica/, Co-Founder and CTO of https://runalloy.com/book-demo/, as we uncover the magic of multi-region architecture, serverless tools, scaling up and down with Kubernetes,...Gregg Mojica, Co-Founder and CTO of Alloy Automation, as we uncover the magic of multi-region architecture, serverless tools, scaling up and down with Kubernetes, and solving problems for merchants all over the world.

Gregg will share his insights on how to build an efficient tech stack that solves problems for ecommerce companies by helping them integrate apps and platforms. We'll dive into technical decisions that Gregg and his team have made related to AWS, DynamoDB, Kubernetes, EKS, and more. Serverless architecture comes up often in the context of serving a global audience, dealing with bursts of traffic and trying to be cost efficient (and operationally efficient) at all times.

Join as we discuss:

• Experience growing a company through YC
• Multi-region architecture for serving end users all over the world
• Strategic use cases for serverless functions
• The efficiencies of paying by consumption with serverless
• The challenges/benefits of Kubernetes
• Stacking updates by location

]]>2354false3fullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/mike-boufford-greenhouse/Mike Boufford, CTO at Greenhouse Software shares his insights on the creation of Greenhouse's hiring software. Mike was the first engineering hire at Greenhouse and has watched the department grow to over 120 engineers. In this conversation he highlights the challenges they faced when building the product, such as: how to add customers indefinitely, and how to survive failures without impacting end user experiences. Join as we discuss:

• The creation of Greenhouse's hiring software for SaaS companies and the challenges faced during development
• The importance of staying up to date with the latest technologies and trends in the industry
• The role of big ideas in shaping one of the most popular hiring solutions on the market

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52766993Tue, 21 Feb 2023 14:00:02 +0000Cockroach LabsGet ready to dive into the big ideas shaping the future of hiring software for SaaS companies! This week, https://www.linkedin.com/in/boufford/, CTO at https://www.greenhouse.com/ shares his insights on the creation of Greenhouse's hiring software....Mike Boufford, CTO at Greenhouse Software shares his insights on the creation of Greenhouse's hiring software. Mike was the first engineering hire at Greenhouse and has watched the department grow to over 120 engineers. In this conversation he highlights the challenges they faced when building the product, such as: how to add customers indefinitely, and how to survive failures without impacting end user experiences. Join as we discuss:

• The creation of Greenhouse's hiring software for SaaS companies and the challenges faced during development
• The importance of staying up to date with the latest technologies and trends in the industry
• The role of big ideas in shaping one of the most popular hiring solutions on the market

]]>2173false2fullhttps://www.cockroachlabs.com/big-ideas-podcast/ken-pickering-starburst/Ken Pickering, SVP of Engineering at Starburst Data, delves into the intricacies of separating compute from storage, transferring to cloud-based solutions, and keeping up with evolving data storage ecosystems. We also discuss the benefits of incorporating community connectors and designing a multi-cloud system.


Join as we discuss:

• Advantages of migrating storage to a cloud-based service
• Changing data storage ecosystems
• Implementing multi-cloud based systems
• The balance of in-office and remote work environments

]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52660874Thu, 09 Feb 2023 09:00:02 +0000Cockroach LabsUnlock the secrets of the data warehousing industry and stay ahead of the curve of data storage! This week, https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenpickering/, SVP of Engineering at https://www.starburst.io/, delves into the intricacies of separating compute...Ken Pickering, SVP of Engineering at Starburst Data, delves into the intricacies of separating compute from storage, transferring to cloud-based solutions, and keeping up with evolving data storage ecosystems. We also discuss the benefits of incorporating community connectors and designing a multi-cloud system.


Join as we discuss:

• Advantages of migrating storage to a cloud-based service
• Changing data storage ecosystems
• Implementing multi-cloud based systems
• The balance of in-office and remote work environments

]]>2656false1full