(Part 1/2): How important is Technology Stack?

The conversation explores the transformation of education and the future of learning. It discusses the role of research and research communities in shaping education. The importance of a well-rounded education and the need to adapt to market needs are highlighted. The conversation also delves into how real-time education will change and the potential disruption of the traditional education system. The role of humans in future education is examined, along with the vision for a more personalized and automated learning experience. An anecdote is shared to illustrate the challenges in traditional education. In this conversation, Krish and David discuss the impact of automation and AI on education. They explore the challenges and benefits of personalization in learning, as well as the potential loss of the human element. They also discuss the importance of building trust with digital entities and the future of education in a hyper-personalized world. They touch on the balance between automation and human interaction, using the example of playing chess. Ultimately, they emphasize the need to embrace change and make choices that prioritize the things that truly matter. Takeaways Education is undergoing a transformation, driven by advancements in technology and the need to adapt to market demands. Research and research communities play a crucial role in shaping the future of education. Real-time education and personalized learning experiences will become the norm. The traditional education system is likely to be disrupted, leading to new models and approaches. The role of humans in education will evolve, with digital technologies and automation playing a significant role. Automation and AI have the potential to dramatically change education, offering personalized learning experiences. While personalization can enhance learning, it may also lead to a loss of the human element in education. Building trust with digital entities is crucial in a hyper-personalized world. The future of education will involve a balance between automation and human interaction. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage 00:53 Transformation of Education: Research and Research Communities 06:31 Well-Rounded Education and Adapting to Market Needs 11:25 Interacting with Real-Time Education 19:47 Disruption of Traditional Education System 30:49 The Role of Humans in Future Education 41:10 Research, Training, and Execution in Education 46:07 The Vision for Future Education 47:31 Anecdote: Challenges in Traditional Education 48:01 Introduction to Advanced Calculus 49:26 The Challenge of Personalization 50:26 The Potential Lack of Human Element 51:31 Building Trust with Digital Entities 52:29 Interacting with Teachers in a Hyper-Personalized World 53:52 The Future of Education and Personalization 55:25 The Balance Between Automation and Human Interaction 56:52 The Example of Playing Chess 57:22 The Importance of Human Personalization 01:03:17 Finding a Balance in a Changing World 01:06:00 Embracing Change and Making Choices 01:10:42 Prioritizing the Things That Matter 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

29 Dec 20231h 11min

In this podcast episode, Krish explores the topics of platform engineering and Terraform. He starts by discussing Humanitech, a tool that streamlines platform engineering processes. Krish then dives into Terraform, an infrastructure as code tool, and demonstrates how to get started with it. He covers the basics of Terraform configuration, provisioning and destroying infrastructure, using variables, and working with the AWS provider. Krish also explores the resources available in Terraform and compares it to AWS SAM, another infrastructure as code framework. In this podcast episode, the host continues reviewing the build infrastructure section of Terraform. They explore resource blocks and the unique ID for resources. The host emphasizes a pragmatic approach to learning and highlights the benefits of hands-on experience. They also provide a recap of the progress made so far, including modifying the Terraform file and working with variables. The episode concludes with a promotion of the host's APIs and a call to action for listeners to try them out. Takeaways Humanitech is a tool that helps streamline platform engineering processes. Terraform is an infrastructure as code tool that allows you to define, provision, and manage infrastructure resources. Terraform configuration consists of providers, resources, and variables. You can use Terraform to provision and destroy infrastructure, and manage resources across different cloud providers. AWS API Gateway is a service that allows you to create, deploy, and manage APIs. Resource blocks in Terraform consist of a resource type and name, which form a unique ID for the resource. Taking a pragmatic approach to learning, such as hands-on experience, can be more effective than solely relying on documentation and theory. Using variables in Terraform files allows for more flexibility and avoids hard coding values. Promoting APIs and encouraging listeners to try them out can help streamline backend system development. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:18 Exploring Humanitech 06:07 Introduction to Terraform 07:06 Getting Started with Terraform 13:37 Understanding Terraform Configuration 19:05 Provisioning and Destroying Infrastructure 23:16 Using Variables in Terraform 28:08 Working with AWS Provider 38:42 Exploring Terraform Providers and Resources 45:46 Understanding AWS API Gateway 49:30 Comparing Terraform and AWS SAM 51:43 Reviewing the Build Infrastructure Section 53:05 Taking a Pragmatic Approach to Learning 54:32 Recap of Progress So Far 55:02 Using Variables in Terraform Files 56:03 Ending the Podcast and Promoting APIs 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

29 Dec 202357min

In this podcast episode, Krish explores the Salesforce platform and its various features. He starts by reviewing the previous episodes in the Salesforce series and provides an overview of the Anypoint platform. Krish then dives into the Salesforce dashboard and explores the sales solutions available. He also examines the configuration settings and introduces the concept of Lightning components and the Lightning Design System. Krish demonstrates how to use the Lightning Web Components Studio and explores the differences between Aura components and Lightning Web Components. He also shares his approach to learning by doing and troubleshooting component issues. Finally, Krish compares Salesforce components to React components. In this part of the conversation, the host explores Salesforce Lightning Components and the process of setting up the development environment. They discuss the Salesforce Lightning Experience and the creation of a Lightning Web Component. The host also delves into the usage of Salesforce CLI for deployment and the concept of Scratch Orgs. They explore Salesforce Dev Hubs and troubleshoot deployment issues. The conversation concludes with an overview of Salesforce Permission Sets and a summary of the topics covered. In this episode, Krish explores the Salesforce CLI and the Salesforce platform. He starts by creating a new org and then logs into it. Next, he creates a project and explores scratch orgs. Krish introduces Apex, the Salesforce-specific language, and discusses its usage. He then explores the Salesforce Lightning Experience and its features. Finally, Krish summarizes the topics covered and suggests next steps for further exploration. Takeaways Salesforce offers a wide range of solutions for sales, marketing, commerce, and service. Lightning components and the Lightning Design System are key elements of the Salesforce platform. The Lightning Web Components Studio provides a visual interface for building and testing components. Understanding the differences between Aura components and Lightning Web Components is important for development on the Salesforce platform. Learning by doing and troubleshooting issues is an effective way to explore and understand Salesforce components. Salesforce Lightning Components are used to build applications on the Salesforce platform. Setting up the development environment involves installing Salesforce CLI and configuring Scratch Orgs. Salesforce Dev Hubs are used to manage and deploy Salesforce applications. Permission Sets in Salesforce allow for granular control over user access and permissions. The Salesforce CLI allows developers to interact with the Salesforce platform from the command line. Scratch orgs are temporary Salesforce environments that can be created and used for development and testing purposes. Apex is a Salesforce-specific language used for creating custom components and functionality. The Salesforce Lightning Experience provides a modern and intuitive user interface for Salesforce applications. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Salesforce Series 03:23 Exploring Salesforce Dashboard 04:19 Salesforce Sales Solutions 06:43 Configuring Salesforce Settings 09:09 Understanding Lightning Components 17:17 Using Lightning Web Components Studio 21:13 Exploring Lightning Design System 23:12 Understanding Aura Components and Lightning Web 28:02 Learning by Doing 32:13 Creating a Hello World Component 36:21 Troubleshooting Component Issues 45:41 Adding More Components 49:53 Comparing Salesforce Components to React Components 50:34 Introduction to Salesforce Lightning Components 58:52 Setting Up the Development Environment 01:01:26 Exploring Salesforce Lightning Experience 01:04:31 Creating a Lightning Web Component 01:07:12 Using Salesforce CLI for Deployment 01:09:24 Working with Scratch Orgs 01:12:25 Understanding Salesforce Dev Hubs 01:21:16 Troubleshooting Deployment Issues 01:30:18 Exploring Salesforce Permission Sets 01:41:57 Summary and Next Steps 01:49:23 Creating a New Org 01:50:13 Logging into the New Org 01:51:43 Creating a Project 01:52:28 Exploring Scratch Orgs 01:53:26 Reviewing Scratch Org Creation 01:54:02 Introduction to Apex 01:55:13 Exploring Salesforce Lightning Experience 01:56:57 Using Scratch Orgs for Projects 01:57:59 Summary and Next Steps 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

28 Dec 20232h

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 Dec 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 Dec 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 Dec 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 Dec 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 Dec 202348min