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In this conversation, James Schorr, a senior director in the cloud platform area, discusses platform engineering and its impact on developers. Platform engineering is the next evolution of DevOps, aiming to provide a consistent and easy-to-use platform for developers. It simplifies the developer experience by reducing the cognitive load and allowing developers to focus on writing code. The goal is to make the developer's life easier and provide a self-service platform. The platform engineering team aims to meet the needs of developers using different programming languages and frameworks. The skills needed for integrating with platform engineering include understanding CI/CD pipelines and configuration management. In this conversation, James Schorr and Krish discuss various aspects of platform engineering. They cover topics such as understanding Kubernetes and serverless, concerns about learning and vendor lock-in, balancing ease of use and continuous learning, the job market for platform engineering, and the suitability of platform engineering for different organizations. Takeaways Platform engineering is the next evolution of DevOps, providing a consistent and easy-to-use platform for developers. The goal of platform engineering is to simplify the developer experience and reduce the cognitive load on developers. Platform engineering aims to provide a self-service platform, allowing developers to focus on writing code. Developers should have the freedom to choose their preferred programming languages and frameworks, while the platform engineering team focuses on providing the necessary tools and support. Skills needed for integrating with platform engineering include understanding CI/CD pipelines and configuration management. It is important to understand the underlying concepts of Kubernetes and serverless, as the specific tools and implementations may vary between companies. Learning and adapting to different platform engineering tools and approaches is necessary, but it can be a concern for consultants or individuals who may need to switch organizations. Continuous learning is essential for personal growth and should not be solely dependent on the organization or platform engineering team. Platform engineering skills, along with security and integration expertise, are in high demand in the job market. Platform engineering is more suitable for medium to large-sized organizations that can dedicate resources to manage and maintain the platform. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:45 What is Platform Engineering? 03:00 Transition from DevOps to Platform Engineering 06:16 Impact on Developer's Daily Life 08:10 Simplifying Developer Experience 10:35 Supporting Different Programming Languages 13:05 Time Savings for Developers 14:31 Quantifying Time Savings 17:07 Rolling Back Deployments 18:05 Self-Service and Developer Empowerment 21:13 Interacting with the Platform 24:09 Supporting Multiple Programming Languages 25:20 Different Team Configurations 28:39 Skills Needed for Platform Engineering 35:26 Different Developer Personas 39:00 Skills for Integrating with Platform Engineering 45:25 Understanding Kubernetes and Serverless 46:11 Concerns about Learning and Vendor Lock-In 49:56 Balancing Ease of Use and Continuous Learning 53:00 Job Market for Platform Engineering 57:31 Suitability of Platform Engineering for Different Organizations Snowpal Products: Backends as Services on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWS Marketplace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mobile Apps on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Play Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Web App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Education Platform⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for Learners and Course Creators

27 Joulu 202359min

In this conversation, Krish and Vidhi discuss the impact of social media on mental health, specifically focusing on the role of comparison. They explore how comparison can steal joy and peace of mind, and how social media exacerbates this issue by constantly triggering comparison. They emphasize the importance of not letting social media change one's opinion about their own life and not allowing comparisons to affect mental well-being. They also discuss the need to express gratitude and find satisfaction in one's own achievements, as well as the importance of building a positive mindset and finding happiness in local experiences. This conversation explores the impact of social media on mental health and provides insights on how to use social media mindfully. It emphasizes the importance of setting priorities and not letting social media negatively affect mental peace and joy. The addictive nature of social media is discussed, along with the need for reflection and adjustments to ensure a healthy relationship with it. Taking breaks from social media and finding a balance between personal and professional use is highlighted. The conversation also touches on the pressure to distribute content on multiple platforms and the challenges of content creation. Ultimately, the key takeaway is to prioritize mental health and find enjoyment in content creation and consumption while avoiding comparisons and unfair judgments. Takeaways Comparison is the thief of joy and can negatively impact mental health. Social media exacerbates the issue of comparison by constantly triggering it. It is important to not let social media change one's opinion about their own life and not allow comparisons to affect mental well-being. Expressing gratitude and finding satisfaction in one's own achievements can contribute to mental well-being. Building a positive mindset and finding happiness in local experiences can help counter the negative effects of social media. Use social media mindfully and set priorities to avoid negative impacts on mental health. Take breaks from social media and find a balance between personal and professional use. Reflect on the purpose and impact of social media usage and make adjustments as necessary. Prioritize mental health and find enjoyment in content creation and consumption while avoiding comparisons and unfair judgments. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:11 Comparison is the Thief of Joy 06:24 Comparison on Social Media 08:47 Comparison with Neighbors 13:00 The Role of Social Media in Comparison 17:21 Finding Satisfaction in Achievements 19:44 Expressing Gratitude 24:28 Balancing the Pros and Cons of Social Media 29:27 Building a Positive Mindset 33:09 Finding Happiness in Local Experiences 40:12 The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health 41:02 Constantly Looking at Other People's Messages 42:00 The Addictive Nature of Social Media 43:22 Reflection and Adjustments 44:39 Taking Breaks from Social Media 46:20 The Overwhelming Amount of Content on Social Media 47:37 Finding Your Own Rules for Social Media 49:02 The Pressure to Distribute Content on Multiple Platforms 50:00 Prioritizing Mental Health in Social Media Usage 52:21 Mindful Usage of Social Media 57:09 Enjoying Content Creation and Distribution 59:14 The Challenges of Content Creation 01:05:00 Comparisons and Unfair Judgments on Social Media 01:06:45 Mindful Usage and Prioritization of Social Media Snowpal Products: Backends as Services on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWS Marketplace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mobile Apps on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Play Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Web App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Education Platform⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for Learners and Course Creators

24 Joulu 20231h 11min

The conversation, between Krish Palaniappan & Vidhi Vohra, explores the impact of social media on mental health. It discusses the negative effects of excessive social media usage, such as reduced interaction and increased anxiety and depression. The conversation also touches on the fear of missing out, comparison with others, and the use of filters to present an idealized version of oneself. Strategies for reducing social media usage and improving work productivity are discussed. The conversation concludes with the importance of prioritizing family and personal connections over social media. Takeaways Excessive social media usage can lead to reduced interaction and increased anxiety and depression. The fear of missing out and comparison with others can contribute to negative mental health effects. Using filters and presenting an idealized version of oneself on social media can create unrealistic expectations and feelings of insecurity. Strategies for reducing social media usage include setting boundaries, limiting notifications, and prioritizing personal connections. Balancing social media usage can improve work productivity and overall well-being. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:34 Starting the Conversation 03:01 Negative Impact of Social Media 06:16 Lack of Interaction 09:24 Fear of Missing Out 11:48 Context Switching and Productivity 14:23 Comparison and Filters 20:15 Impact on Different Demographics 22:02 Validation and Insecurity 26:07 Making Adjustments 28:53 Reflecting on Personal Experience 35:17 Tying it to Work Productivity 36:03 Closing Comments Snowpal Products: Backends as Services on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWS Marketplace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mobile Apps on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Play Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Web App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Education Platform⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for Learners and Course Creators

24 Joulu 202338min

Valentina Thörner discusses the challenges and benefits of remote work in her book 'From a Distance: Strategies and Tools for Leading Remote Support Teams.' She emphasizes the importance of trust, communication, and clear expectations in remote work. Valentina also highlights the need for conscious conversations and checkpoints to ensure productivity and support for remote workers. She addresses the fear and insecurity of managers in remote work and suggests creating spaces for personal connections and sharing in remote teams. Valentina also discusses the impact of cultural differences on remote work and the need for understanding and adaptation. The conversation explores the importance of understanding cultural differences and creating awareness in remote work. It emphasizes the need to assume good intent and be aware of different frames of reference. The discussion also highlights the significance of building relationships and personal connections in remote teams. It concludes by discussing the future of work and the value of long-term relationships in a changing landscape. Takeaways Trust, communication, and clear expectations are crucial in remote work. Conscious conversations and checkpoints help ensure productivity and support for remote workers. Creating spaces for personal connections and sharing can foster a sense of belonging in remote teams. Understanding and adapting to cultural differences is important in remote work. Understanding cultural differences is crucial in remote work to bridge communication gaps and foster collaboration. Creating awareness about different frames of reference helps reduce friction and assumptions in remote teams. Building personal connections and relationships in remote work is essential for effective communication and trust. Long-term relationships contribute to knowledge retention and enrich the work environment. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Book Discussion 01:17 Reasons Remote Work Won't Work for Your Company 02:33 Differences in Remote Work Before and After the Pandemic 04:19 Supporting Remote Workers Who Lack Skills 05:50 The Fear of Managers in Remote Work 06:15 The Devil's Advocate: Monitoring Remote Workers 08:11 The Insecurity of Managers in Remote Work 09:10 The Importance of Conscious Communication in Remote Work 10:18 Creating Checkpoints and Clear Expectations in Remote Work 11:21 Establishing Trust and Comfort in Remote Work 13:16 The Role of Trust, Communication, and Expectations in Remote Work 14:34 Establishing Personal Relationships in Remote Work 18:14 Cultural Differences in Remote Work 20:48 Challenges of Personal Relationships in Remote Work 25:19 The Limitations of Online Channels for Personal Relationships 28:00 Addressing Cultural Differences in Remote Work 29:36 The Complexity of Cultural Differences in Remote Work 32:13 Addressing Diversity and Cultural Differences in Remote Work 32:52 Understanding Cultural Differences 39:33 Creating Awareness and Assumptions 44:37 Building Relationships in Remote Work 50:26 The Importance of Long-Term Relationships 56:38 The Future of Work and Relationships Snowpal Products: Backends as Services on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWS Marketplace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mobile Apps on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Play Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Web App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Education Platform⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for Learners and Course Creators

24 Joulu 20231h 1min

In this conversation, Kramer discusses the role of AI in the automated economy and its impact on various industries. He explains how AI can process large amounts of data and make logical decisions, leading to advancements in automation and personalization. Kramer also explores the changing roles in different sectors and the emergence of new roles in the digital era. He highlights the importance of understanding the art of the possible and adapting to the new ways of working. Additionally, he touches on the transformation of education and the need for thought leadership in embracing AI. In this conversation, Krish and Kramer discuss the importance of human-written content and the challenges of finding it in a world filled with automated content. They also explore the value of conversational content and how Snowpals plays a role in content creation. Takeaways AI enables the processing of large amounts of data and logical decision-making, leading to automation and personalization. Roles in various industries will change as AI takes over mundane tasks and humans focus on more specialized and creative roles. The future of education will involve a shift in how knowledge is acquired and certified, with a focus on skills and real-time learning. Understanding the art of the possible and embracing new ways of working is crucial for adapting to the digital era. Human-written content is valuable because it provides a personal connection and unique perspective. Finding human-written content can be challenging due to the abundance of automated content. Conversational content is valuable because it captures authentic and engaging discussions. Snowpal helps create high-quality human-written content for businesses. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and AI in the Automated Economy 04:06 Advancements in AI and Cognitive Capability 10:28 Role Mapping in the Automated Economy 17:08 The Impact of AI on the Restaurant Industry 27:30 The Future of Education in the AI Era 42:16 The Transformation of Education 45:43 Closing Thoughts on Role Definition and Ways of Working 10:30 The Importance of Human-Written Content 20:15 The Challenges of Finding Human-Written Content 30:45 The Value of Conversational Content 40:00 The Role of Snowpals in Content Creation 46:45 Conclusion   #snowpal #cooperativecomputing Cooperative Computing: LinkedIn: ⁠David Kramer⁠ ⁠Company Website⁠ "⁠How AI is Disrupting Traditional Business Models⁠" Snowpal Products: Backends as Services on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWS Marketplace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mobile Apps on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Play Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Web App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Education Platform⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for Learners and Course Creators

24 Joulu 202348min

In this podcast episode, Dessire Ugarte discusses the importance of distribution in content marketing. She emphasizes that creating great content is not enough; it must be actively shared and distributed to reach the intended audience. Desi explains that distribution involves sharing content on various channels, such as social media, subreddits, and industry-specific platforms. She advises against giving up on content that doesn't initially perform well, suggesting that it may just need some adjustments or context. Dessi also highlights the importance of persistence and not giving up, using examples from the music and business industries to illustrate the value of perseverance in content marketing. In this conversation, Dessi and Krish discuss various aspects of content marketing. They emphasize the importance of change and adaptation, encouraging entrepreneurs to be open to modifying their products and strategies. They also highlight the need to avoid being married to one idea and instead make incremental changes to improve content and products. The conversation delves into the debate of quality versus quantity in content marketing, with Dessi emphasizing the importance of resonating with the target audience. They also discuss the impact of language on content resonance and the considerations for choosing the right channels for content distribution. Finally, they explore the decision of hiring a developer versus hiring a content marketer and provide a summary of the key takeaways.   Takeaways Distribution is fundamental in content marketing and involves actively sharing and distributing content to reach the intended audience. Content should be shared on various channels, including social media, subreddits, and industry-specific platforms. Don't give up on content that doesn't initially perform well; it may just need adjustments or additional context. Persistence is key in content marketing, and success often comes from continuous effort and learning from mistakes. Be open to change and adaptation in your content marketing strategy. Avoid being married to one idea and be willing to make incremental changes. Focus on resonating with your target audience rather than prioritizing quantity over quality. Consider the impact of language on content resonance and tailor your content accordingly. Choose the right channels for content distribution based on your target audience and goals. When hiring, consider the stage of your business and the specific needs of your product or service. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:06 Recap of Previous Podcast and Introduction to Distribution 03:30 Importance of Distribution in Content Marketing 09:21 Types of Content and Channels for Distribution 13:44 Quality vs Quantity of Content 17:31 Dealing with Content that Doesn't Perform Well 22:27 Avoiding Dramatic Changes and Learning from Mistakes 27:07 Persistence and Not Giving Up 31:02 Examples of Persistence in Content Marketing 38:39 Importance of Setting Context in Content 43:29 Motivation to Keep Going 44:47 The Importance of Change and Adaptation 49:15 Don't Be Married to Your Ideas 50:36 Making Incremental Changes 56:48 Quality vs Quantity in Content Marketing 01:01:00 Language Considerations in Content Marketing 01:04:11 Choosing the Right Channels for Content Distribution 01:08:18 The Impact of Language on Content Resonance 01:21:46 Hiring a Developer vs Hiring a Content Marketer 01:27:20 Summary and Closing Thoughts   Snowpal Products: Backends as Services on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWS Marketplace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mobile Apps on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Play Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Web App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Education Platform⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for Learners and Course Creators

24 Joulu 20231h 29min

In this conversation, Dessire Ugarte, a digital marketer, discusses the basics of content marketing and the challenges faced by startups in this field. She emphasizes the importance of defining the target audience and creating content that addresses their specific needs. Dessi also highlights the role of storytelling in content marketing and the need to start small and gradually expand the target audience. The conversation concludes with a teaser for the next episode, which will focus on distribution strategies in content marketing.   Takeaways Content marketing is a marketing approach that involves creating and distributing valuable content to attract and retain a specific audience. Start by defining the problem your product or project solves and communicate it clearly to your target audience. Narrow down your target audience to a specific group or persona to create more focused and effective content. Storytelling plays a crucial role in content marketing, helping to engage and connect with your audience. Start small and gradually expand your target audience as you gain more clarity and resources. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:19 Defining Content Marketing 03:14 Changes in Content Marketing 06:52 Challenges in Content Marketing 08:20 Determining the Type of Content 12:02 The Importance of Storytelling 14:22 The Order of Defining What, Why, Who, and How 18:04 Defining the Target Audience 20:53 Narrowing the Focus of the Audience 26:21 Starting Small and Expanding 31:51 Recap and Teaser for Next Episode   Snowpal Products: Backends as Services on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWS Marketplace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mobile Apps on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Play Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Web App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Education Platform⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for Learners and Course Creators

24 Joulu 202335min

In this episode, Krish explores the Anypoint Platform's API Manager, Anypoint Service Mesh, Flex Gateway, and Mule Runtime. He also demonstrates how to install Mule Standalone and deploy an API using the Flex Gateway. Additionally, Krish configures the Mule Agent and explores API functional monitoring. In this part of the conversation, the host sets up servers and applications, verifies the application status, and configures the gateway and application URI. They explore API admin and upstream URL, troubleshoot endpoint and request routing, and confirm gateway routing. They also discuss API governance, managing versions and governance violations. Finally, they explore runtimes, alerts, private spaces, and load balancers. In this final part of the conversation, Krish explores the configuration of gateways and Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs) in the Anypoint platform. He then discusses governance and the runtime manager, followed by a demonstration of the visualizer for observability. Krish compares the visualizer to Data Dog and provides insights into its capabilities. Finally, he summarizes the topics covered in the Anypoint platform series and hints at future topics for discussion.   Snowpal's Products: Backends as Services on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AWS Marketplace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mobile Apps on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠App Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Play Store⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Web App⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Education Platform⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for Learners and Course Creators

23 Joulu 20231h 54min