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The MonkCastHow Daniel Stenberg, Founder of curl, is Navigating the AI OnslopIn this RedMonk conversation, Kate Holterhoff chats with Daniel Stenberg, founder of the curl project, about the challenges and implications of AI-generated code in open source software, focusing particularly on the phenomenon known as AI Slop. They discuss the impact of AI on bug reporting, the effectiveness of bug bounty systems, and the importance of community engagement. Daniel shares insights on how AI can be both a tool for good and a source of problems, emphasizing the need for communication and collaboration in the open source community. The conversation also touches on the role of platforms like GitHub and...
2026-02-1142 minThe MonkCastWes Bos on Why Design's Making a Comeback in 2026In this RedMonk Conversation, Wes Bos, co-host of Syntax, chats with Kate Holterhoff about why he predicts 2026 is the year design makes a comeback. They explore why the design of exceptional websites like landonorris.com can be a critical differentiator in the digital space, particularly as AI tools simplify the creation of visually appealing websites. Wes emphasizes that while the baseline for web design has improved, the challenge now lies in creating unique and engaging user experiences that stand out in a sea of similar-looking sites. He highlights the importance of usability and the need for developers to invest...
2026-01-2739 minThe MonkCastMike Hartington on the State of Mobile Development & Why CI/CD is Still So HardIn this RedMonk conversation, Mike Hartington, Developer Advocate at Prisma, chats mobile development with Kate Holterhoff. They discuss mobile frameworks, the challenges of cross-platform development, and why CI/CD is so hard for deploying mobile apps.Show Notes: https://redmonk.com/videos/mike-hartington-on-the-state-of-mobile-development/
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Code with Jason286 - Darwin, Science and Programming with Kate HolterhoffIn this episode I talk with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk, about her PhD research on Darwin's methods, speculation in science, and how 19th century evolutionary thinking influenced literature. We discuss epistemology, conjecture and criticism, and how these ideas connect to programming.Links:RedMonkSpeculation and the Darwinian Method in British Romance Fiction, 1859-1914Nonsense Monthly
2026-01-0156 minThe MonkCastInside AWS's Agentic AI Marketing Strategy with Ali Maaz & Jessie VanderVeenIn this New Builders conversation, RedMonk's Kate Holterhoff speaks with Jessie VanderVeen, Global Head of Product Marketing, Agentic AI, Developer Experience and Ali Maaz, Head of WW GTM, Agentic AI and Developer Experience about how AWS is approaching the crowded agentic IDE market. They discuss the importance of customer obsession, AWS's unique launch strategy for their agentic IDE Kiro, and the lessons learned from integrating AI into developer workflows. Their conversation touches on the balance between speed and reliability in AI development, the evolving definition of developers, and the future of developer workflows with AI, emphasizing the need for...
2025-12-0333 min
Overcommitted | Software Engineering and Tech Careers InsightsDecoding Developer Trends: Inside the Life of a Developer-Focused Analyst with Kate HolterhoffSummaryJoin us for a conversation with Kate Holterhoff, an industry analyst at Redmonk who tracks developer trends from Reddit threads to conference halls. Kate shares her unique journey from earning a PhD in Victorian literature to becoming a self-taught developer and analyst, and discusses Redmonk's "new kingmakers" philosophy that recognizes developers as key decision-makers in tech adoption. We explore current industry trends including JavaScript bundlers, the real story behind AI and developer jobs, why communication skills matter as much as technical expertise, and her experiments with vibe coding across different IDEs....
2025-11-2541 minThe MonkCastJava at 30 with Sharat ChanderJava turned 30 this year, and we're celebrating. In this RedMonk conversation, Sharat Chander, Senior Director of Java Product Management & Developer Engagement at Oracle, stopped by to discuss this milestone with Kate Holterhoff. They chat about the history of this language, how perceptions of Java within the tech industry continue to evolve, and the importance of community, consistency, and authenticity for ensuring that Java thrives for the next 30 years.
This RedMonk video is sponsored by Oracle.
Show Notes: https://redmonk.com/blog/2025/11/20/rmc-java-30-sharat-chander/
2025-11-2035 minThe MonkCastFear is the Startup Killer: Jack Bridger on Founders, Differentiation, & DevToolsIn this RedMonk conversation, Jack Bridger, host of Scaling Devtools and Developer Experience at Layercode, chats with Kate Holterhoff about founders. Jack shares insights from his interviews with founders on the importance of understanding users, overcoming fear in business, and challenges faced in the startup ecosystem. They also discuss marketing strategies around the role of differentiation, and the debate between bootstrapping and seeking venture capital, and the necessity of sales teams in DevTools.
Show notes: https://redmonk.com/blog/2025/11/13/rmc-jack-bridger/
2025-11-1350 minThe MonkCastWhy the Python Software Foundation Withdrew a $1.5 Million US Government Grant Proposal (w Deb Nicholson)In this RedMonk conversation, Deb Nicholson, Executive Director of the Python Software Foundation, discusses the PSF's responsibilities, recent challenges with a government grant proposal, and the community's strong support with Kate Holterhoff. The conversation highlights the importance of cybersecurity in open source, the role of PyPI, and the evolving landscape of programming languages. Deb emphasizes the PSF's mission to support the global Python community and the significance of educational initiatives in teaching Python effectively.
Show notes: https://redmonk.com/rem-deb-nicholson-psf
2025-11-0734 minThe MonkCastMeet Bob, IBM's Agentic IDE (with Matt Rodkey at IBM TechXchange 2025)In this RedMonk Conversation from IBM's TechXchange conference, Matt Rodkey speaks about and demos Bob, IBM's newly announced agentic IDE, with RedMonk senior analyst Kate Holterhoff. Currently in private preview, Bob is designed to help enterprise developers navigate complex codebases and modernization challenges. Rodkey emphasizes that Bob's differentiation lies in addressing enterprise deployment needs—security compliance, regulatory requirements like HIPAA and FedRAMP, and production readiness—rather than just code generation.
This RedMonk video is sponsored by IBM.
Show Notes: https://redmonk.com/videos/rmc-bob-matt-rodkey-ibm-techxchange/
2025-11-0418 minThe MonkCastAustin Parker on AI, Olly, & OTelIn this RedMonk conversation, Austin Parker, Director of Open Source at Honeycomb and a maintainer of the OpenTelemetry project, chats AI, Olly, and OTel with Kate Holterhoff. They explore the implications of AI on SREs and observability practitioners, the development of honeycomb's MCP server, and the challenges vendors face in adapting to changes in the observability space. The discussion also touches on the balance between speed and quality in feedback, the complexities introduced by software abstractions, and the future role of OpenTelemetry in the AI-driven observability space.
Honeycomb is a RedMonk client, but this content is unsponsored.
2025-10-2346 minThe MonkCast"Good docs are still good docs": AX, DX, & LLMs (with Taylor Barnett-Torabi & Lyle Schemmerling)In this RedMonk conversation, Taylor Barnett-Torabi , Staff Product Manager at Netlify, and Lyle Schemmerling, Senior Software Engineer at FusionAuth, discuss the impact of large language models (LLMs) on developer experience with Kate Holterhoff. They chat about the evolution of agent experience (AX), the integration of LLMs into documentation, and the challenges of ensuring that documentation remains relevant and secure in a rapidly changing landscape.
Show notes: https://redmonk.com/blog/2025/09/30/rmc-taylor-barnett-torabi-lyle-schemmerling/
2025-09-3031 minThe MonkCastAI's Grumpy-Fun Era (with Rachel Stephens, Kate Holterhoff, & James Governor)In this MonkCast with the Monks episode, RedMonk analysts Rachel Stephens, Kate Holterhoff, and James Governor discuss the current 'grumpy era' of AI, where developers are questioning the ROI of AI tools and their effectiveness. They check in on AI code assistants, vibe coding, agentic IDEs, AI spec-driven development, and the AI Engineer.
Show notes: https://redmonk.com/blog/2025/09/11/ais-grumpy-fun-era/
2025-09-1124 minThe MonkCastTales from Agency Life (with Emily Winck and Jess Burns)In this RedMonk conversation, Emily Winck, Staff Engineer at CallRail, and Jess Burns, Engineering Manager at 1Password, join Kate Holterhoff to reflect on their shared experiences working on the engineering team at a digital marketing agency. In addition to trading war stories, they discuss the gender balance in engineering teams, how agency life compares to SaaS companies, the Covid19 pandemic, challenges of remote work, bootcamps, hiring, and the impact of AI on software development.
Show notes: https://redmonk.com/blog/2025/09/04/emily-winck-jess-burns/
2025-09-041h 08The MonkCastClare Liguori on Kiro & AI Spec-Driven Software DevelopmentIn this New Builders conversation, Kate Holterhoff speaks with Clare Liguori, Senior Principal Software Engineer at AWS, about Kiro. They discuss Kiro's Vibe and Spec modes, and how these both factor into better coding practices and outcomes for developers. Clare explains the importance of requirements in software development, the collaborative nature of spec-driven development, as well as Kiro's roadmap.
This is a RedMonk video, sponsored by Amazon.
Show notes: https://redmonk.com/videos/tnb-clare-liguori-kiro-ai-spec-driven-software-development/
2025-08-2832 minThe MonkCastMartin Rojas talks Tech Meetups, AI Guilds, Micro Frontends, & More!In this MonkCast episode, Martin Rojas, UI Architect at PlayOn Sports and ReactATL Organizer, joins Kate Holterhoff to chat about the tech meetup scene, leveraging AI to enhance sports broadcasting, AI Guilds (not Dungeons & Dragons!), Micro frontends, React, and More!Show notes: https://redmonk.com/blog/2025/08/19/martin-rojas/
2025-08-1937 minThe MonkCastJason Torres on Developer Hiring, Community, & ContentIn this RedMonk conversation, Jason Torres, Community Evangelist at Torc, chats developer communities with Kate Holterhoff. They discuss the dynamics of attending tech conferences, the role of Torc in the tech community, the current hiring landscape for developers, the globalization of tech hiring, the impact of social media on career growth, and the significance of authenticity in online presence. The discussion also touches on the future of developer advocacy and the challenges faced in the tech industry today.
Show notes: https://redmonk.com/blog/2025/08/05/jason-torres/
2025-08-0551 minThe MonkCastHow Shawn (swyx) Wang Defines the AI EngineerIn this RedMonk conversation, Shawn (swyx) Wang discusses the evolving role of the AI Engineer with Kate Holterhoff. They chat about the definition of an AI Engineer, the differences between AI Engineers and traditional software developers, vibe coding, frontend observability, and the AI Engineer World's Fair.
Show notes: https://redmonk.com/blog/2025/07/23/shawn-swyx-wang-ai-engineer/
2025-07-2345 minThe MonkCastJeremy Meiss on DevRel & the Mire of IneffablesIn this RedMonk Conversation, Jeremy Meiss, Director of Developer Relations at OneStream, discusses the current state of DevRel with Kate Holterhoff. They chat about the importance of engaging front-end developers, the role of content and community, and the nuances of influencer marketing. Jeremy shares insights on how to effectively reach and engage developers, the significance of quantifying DevRel efforts, and the evolving landscape of developer engagement in the tech industry.
Show notes: https://redmonk.com/blog/2025/07/17/jeremy-meiss/
2025-07-1749 minThe MonkCastMatt Klein on why Mobile Observability Lags Behind Server ObservabilityIn this RedMonk conversation, Matt Klein, Co-founder and CTO of bitdrift, chats with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk, about mobile observability's challenges. They discuss how hard mobile observability is compared to server-side observability, the impact of privacy controls on data collection, and the cultural divide within organizations between mobile and backend engineers. Matt shares his perspective on OpenTelemetry, emphasizing that while it helps establish a baseline for telemetry, it's "not going to solve your observability woes," particularly as they relate to broader issues of data overload and vendor lock-in.
Show notes: https://redmonk.com/blog/2025/06/09/rmc-matt-klein-mobile-observability/
2025-06-0939 minThe MonkCastOri Saporta on the Architect’s Role In CrisisIn this RedMonk conversation, Ori Saporta, VP of Engineering & Co-Founder of vFunction, speaks with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk, about the evolving role of software architects in modern development practices. They discuss Ori's experiences at BlackBerry, the importance of architectural observability, and the disconnect between architectural intent and implementation. Ori emphasizes the need for architects to reclaim their role in ensuring scalable and resilient systems, especially in the face of increasing complexity and the influence of AI in software development.
This RedMonk conversation is sponsored by vFunction.
Show notes: https://redmonk.com/blog/2025/06/05/rmc-ori-saporta-architect-role-in-crisis/
2025-06-0524 minThe MonkCastJustin Reock on Why Java Devs Use Apache ActiveMQIn this conversation, Justin Reock, Deputy CTO at DX, chats with RedMonk's Kate Holterhoff about Java development and message oriented middleware, focusing on Apache ActiveMQ. They discuss the importance of messaging in distributed systems, Justin's experience writing middleware at EarthLink and OpenLogic, and ActiveMQ's advantages for enterprise. The conversation also highlights the history of several additional Apache projects including Geronimo, HornetQ, ServiceMix, Camel, CXF, and Karaf. The discussion highlights the ongoing need for reliable messaging solutions, especially in the face of emerging technologies like AI.
Show notes: https://redmonk.com/blog/2025/05/28/rmc-justin-reock-on-apache-activemq/
2025-05-2840 minThe MonkCastMicrosoft Build 2025 Announcements with GitHub's Mario RodriguezIn this MonkCast on the Road, Mario Rodriguez, CPO of GitHub, discusses the latest innovations and announcements at Microsoft Build 2025 with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk. They chat about GitHub's MCP server, GitHub SWE agents, open sourcing VS Code and WSL, and the future of intelligent applications.
This RedMonk conversation is sponsored by GitHub.
Show notes: https://redmonk.com/blog/2025/05/21/monkcast-on-the-road-microsoft-build-2025-announcements-with-githubs-mario-rodriguez/
2025-05-2116 minThe MonkCastdevopsdays Atlanta 2025 - E2 - (with Rachel-Lee Nabors, Nathen Harvey, Pratik Parikh & Kimasia Ayers)RedMonk senior analyst Kate Holterhoff took the MonkCast on the road to devopsdays Atlanta 2025. In episode 2 of this 2-part series, Kate interviews Rachel-Lee Nabors, Nathen Harvey, Pratik Parikh & Kimasia Ayers about their devopsdays talks and the roast of John Willis. Other subjects covered include how AI is changing the way developers build; the impact of generative AI on the software development lifecycle, including some of the latest research from DORA; IDPs, DevOps, and Kubernetes; and what's often missing when we talk about “user-centered design” in tech.
Show notes: https://redmonk.com/blog/2025/05/12/monkcast-on-the-road-devopsdays-atlanta-2025-e2/
2025-05-1253 minThe MonkCastdevopsdays Atlanta 2025 - E1 - (with Andrew Clay Shafer, John Willis, & Katie Anderson)RedMonk senior analyst Kate Holterhoff took the MonkCast on the road to devopsdays Atlanta 2025. In episode 1 of this 2-part series, Kate interviews Andrew Clay Shafer, John Willis, and Katie Anderson about their devopsdays talks, their interest in W. Edwards Deming, and the roast of John Willis.
Show notes: https://redmonk.com/blog/2025/05/05/monkcast-on-the-road-devopsdays-atlanta-2025-e1/
2025-05-0553 minThe MonkCastDo Frontend Developers Want Frontend Observability? (with Todd Gardner)Todd Gardner, CEO of Request Metrics and TrackJS, discusses "Frontend Observability" with RedMonk senior analyst Kate Holterhoff. In an attempt to answer the question "Is Frontend Observability Hipster RUM?," Kate and Todd delve into the concept of frontend observability by exploring its definition, historical context, and the uphill marketing hurdles involved in educating web developers about observability tools. Their conversation highlights the disconnect between observability terminology and the practical needs of developers (from SREs to frontend engineers), emphasizing the need for a user-centric approach to positioning these products for the market.
Show notes: https://redmonk.com/blog/2025/04/22...
2025-04-2240 minThe MonkCastScience Fiction, the Hacker Ethic, & We Just Build Hammers (with Coraline Ada Ehmke)In this RedMonk conversation, Coraline Ada Ehmke discusses her new book, We Just Build Hammers: Stories from the Past, Present, and Future of Responsible Tech, with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk. In addition to outlining the book's argument and major themes, Kate and Coraline also chat about extensible lessons from science fiction including what is means to be a hacker and how the history of science connects to contemporary tech justice movements.
2025-04-1532 minThe MonkCastJohn O'Hara, Inventor of AMQP, on Why Standards are Worth Persevering WithIn this conversation, John O'Hara, inventor of the Advanced Message Queuing Protocol (AMQP), discusses this standard's history and development with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk. O'Hara shares insights about the complexities of middleware, the importance of standards, and the evolution of AMQP 0-9-1 and 1-0. He reflects on the AMQP working group, the role of hyperscalers in shaping standards, the limitations of HTTP, and the importance of standards bodies like ISO, OASIS, and IEC. O'Hara emphasizes the need for middleware to become as ubiquitous as the web and shares insights on the future of AMQP and the...
2025-04-071h 09The MonkCastRabbitMQ Was Designed for the Cloud Era (with Alexis Richardson)In this RedMonk conversation, Alexis Richardson, Founder and CEO of ConfigHub, discusses the evolution and significance of messaging in distributed systems, and particularly RabbitMQ, with Kate Holterhoff, Senior Analyst at RedMonk. Alexis shares insights from his experience in the tech industry, including the development of messaging protocol AMQP, the founding of Rabbit Technologies and its acquisition by VMware, and his role in founding the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF). The discussion highlights the importance of messaging for asynchronous communication, scalability, and integration in modern technology, particularly in financial services and cloud computing.
2025-03-311h 06The MonkCastAndrew Hutchings on the WordPress WarIn this RedMonk conversation, Andrew Hutchings (aka LinuxJedi), a software engineer at wolfSSL, discusses what he terms "a war going on within the WordPress community" with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk. Andrew shares his journey into open source, his experiences at MariaDB, and his involvement in the WordPress.org open source community. The discussion delves into the current litigation and his WordPress Slack ban, including this so-called war's broader implications for open source projects.
2025-03-2429 minThe MonkCastA RedMonk Conversation: Thomas Dohmke Chats AI Agents and Shower CodingIn this RedMonk conversation, Thomas Dohmke, CEO of GitHub, chats AI agents with Kate Holterhoff, Senior Analyst at RedMonk. They discuss the definition of AI agents, GitHub Copilot's role as peer programmer, and AI as an abstraction layer in software engineering. Thomas highlights how these agents can assist developers by automating tasks such as test generation and code reviews, ultimately enhancing productivity, while underlining the importance of human interaction in AI-assisted programming. The discussion also touches on the future of AI in development, including the need for continuous improvement and adaptation to meet the demands of modern coding practices.
2025-03-1341 minThe MonkCastJason Lengstorf from Screamo to CodeTVIn this conversation, Jason Lengstorf shares his journey from aspiring rock star to tech media mogul with Kate Holterhoff, senior industry analyst at RedMonk. Jason digs into his experiences at IBM, Gatsby, and Netlify—and he doesn't hold back. Jason discusses the challenges of navigating corporate structures, the importance of community in open source projects, and the impact of venture capital on innovation. He also reflects on the current state of GraphQL and front-end frameworks including Next.js, Astro, and Gatsby. In this conversation, Jason outlines the importance of long-term planning in leadership, the challenges executives face in maintaining fo...
2025-02-241h 07The MonkCastA RedMonk Conversation with Derek Collison, "the Forrest Gump of Messaging"In this RedMonk conversation, Derek Collison, founder and CEO of Synadia and creator of NATS.io, discusses the evolution and importance of messaging systems with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk. In this wide-ranging interview, Derek shares insights from his time at TIBCO building Rendezvous, Google co-founding AJAX APIs, VMware co-founding Cloud Foundry, and now Synadia maintaining NATS. Derek not only talks about the history of the tech industry and how it has evolved since the 90s, but also his current views on AI, streaming, open source foundations, edge computing, distributed systems, and the rise of enterprise application integration...
2025-02-101h 14The MonkCastCassidy Williams Talks Companionable Coding & GitHub CopilotIn this RedMonk conversation, Cassidy Williams, Senior Director of Developer Advocacy at GitHub, discusses GitHub Copilot's role as a coding companion with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk. Cassidy addresses Copilot's evolution and newest features, its business value, adoption trends, and the importance of context. In addition to tackling skepticism about AI coding assistants among developers and engineering leadership, Cassidy underscores GitHub's commitment to the open source community and the accessibility of Copilot for all developers.
This RedMonk conversation is sponsored by GitHub.
2025-02-0326 minThe MonkCastRyan Dahl on the Deno v Oracle PetitionIn this RedMonk conversation, Ryan Dahl, creator of Node.js and Co-Founder and CEO of Deno, chats with Kate Holterhoff about the recent petition filed by Deno to cancel Oracle's JavaScript trademark. They discuss the historical context of the trademark, Deno's case against Oracle, the legal implications of the cancellation process, and the potential future of JavaScript as a generic term for the entire JavaScript community.
Oracle is a RedMonk client, Deno is not a RedMonk client, and this MonkCast interview is an unpaid and independent piece of content.
https://deno.com/blog/deno-v-oracle
2024-12-1632 minThe MonkCastHow Daytona is Simplifying Development Environments (with Ivan Burazin)In this RedMonk conversation, Ivan Burazin, Co-Founder and CEO of Daytona, chats with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk, about the challenges developers face in managing their environments and how Daytona aims to solve these issues. They discuss the importance of developer experience, security in development environments, and the role of AI in transforming the developer landscape. Ivan shares insights into Daytona's roadmap, including their open-source and enterprise offerings, and emphasizes the need for a seamless developer experience.
This was a RedMonk video, sponsored by Daytona.
2024-12-1031 minThe MonkCastWhy Engineering Orgs Should be Thinking About Mobile SLOs (w Andrew Tunall)In this RedMonk conversation, Andrew Tunall, President and Chief Product Officer at Embrace, chats with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk, about the importance of mobile service level objectives (SLOs) in enhancing user experience and performance in mobile applications. They explore the challenges of measuring mobile data, the need for user-centered approaches, and the future of SLOs, particularly with the integration of AI and predictive analytics. The discussion emphasizes the shift from traditional observability metrics to a more user-focused perspective, highlighting the critical role of data in understanding and improving user interactions with mobile applications.
This RedMonk...
2024-12-0223 minThe MonkCastErin Schnabel on the Commonhaus FoundationIn this RedMonk conversation, Erin Schnabel, distinguished engineer at Red Hat and council chairperson at the Commonhaus Foundation, discusses with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk, challenges faced by open source projects, the need for new foundations, and how Commonhaus aims to support developers. Erin emphasizes the importance of supporting open source maintainers, while also addressing the legal and funding challenges involved in running a foundation.
Red Hat is a RedMonk client, but this conversation is independent and unsponsored.
2024-11-2544 minThe MonkCastClaire Vo on LaunchDarkly’s Culture of ExperimentationIn this RedMonk conversation, Claire Vo, Chief Product and Technology Officer at LaunchDarkly, discusses the significance of experimentation in feature management and software development with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk. They address how LaunchDarkly stands out in the experimentation space, the impact of AI on experimentation, and the evolving role of software engineers in this process. Claire emphasizes the importance of a culture of experimentation and risk mitigation in software releases, encouraging organizations to integrate these practices into their operations.
This RedMonk conversation is sponsored by LaunchDarkly.
2024-11-2112 minThe MonkCastLaunchDarkly’s Dan Rogers on AI’s Transformative Impact in Feature ManagementIn this RedMonk conversation, Dan Rogers, CEO of LaunchDarkly, discusses the transformative impact of AI on software development, particularly in the context of feature management and DevOps, with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk. They explore the evolving role of developers, the challenges and opportunities presented by AI adoption, and the importance of leadership in navigating these changes. The discussion also highlights the need for quality control and risk management in AI-generated code, emphasizing the balance between innovation and safety in the development process.
This RedMonk conversation is sponsored by LaunchDarkly.
2024-11-2015 minThe MonkCastHow LaunchDarkly’s Guarded Releases Mitigate Risk with Manish GuptaIn this RedMonk conversation, Manish Gupta, Chief Marketing Officer at LaunchDarkly, speaks with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk, about the complexities of software development and the challenges of releasing bug-free software. They discuss the recent launch of LaunchDarkly's Guardian Edition, which aims to help companies manage risk by implementing guarded releases. Manish emphasizes the need for a new approach to software releases that balances innovation with risk mitigation, allowing companies to move quickly without compromising user experience. The discussion also touches on the future challenges companies will face in adapting their risk posture in an increasingly complex software...
2024-11-1908 minThe MonkCastWesley Faulkner on the Developer Relations FoundationIn this RedMonk conversation, Wesley Faulkner, developer relations professional, discusses the newly formed Developer Relations Foundation with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk. Wesley emphasizes the need to elevate the professional practice of developer relations that the Developer Relations Foundation, part of the nonprofit Linux Foundation, aims to meet. The conversation touches on the challenges of defining Developer Relations, the importance of global perspectives, and the challenges inherent in any attempts to formalize this profession.
2024-11-1143 minThe MonkCastWhy Dr. Scott Stephenson is Building Voice AIIn this RedMonk Conversation, Dr. Scott Stephenson, co-founder and CEO at Deepgram, discusses AI and audio with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk. They chat about the history of speech recognition as well as current advancements and their potential impact on culture and industry. Kate and Scott speak about voice's emotional resonance, the future of AI voice agents, and the role synthetic data and active learning will play in training models to understand a range of speech differences and languages.
2024-11-0440 minThe MonkCastAndy Stanford-Clark and Clemens Vasters on a History and Evolution of MessagingIn this RedMonk conversation, Andy Stanford-Clark, Distinguished Engineer and Innovation Leader in IBM Research, and Clemens Vasters, Principal Architect at Microsoft, chat with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk, about the history and evolution of messaging technology. They trace messaging to its roots from early telco technologies to modern events and streaming systems. The conversation highlights the significance of message queues, the role of IBM and Microsoft in advancing message-oriented middleware, and the evolution of open protocols like MQTT, AMQP, and CloudEvents.
2024-10-2852 min
MaintainableKate Holterhoff: From Front-End Engineering to Developer AdvocacyWelcome to another engaging episode of Maintainable! Robby sits down with Kate Holterhoff, Ph.D., a Senior Analyst at RedMonk and former front-end engineer, to explore the intricate world of software maintenance, documentation, and the future of developer roles. Kate brings her unique perspective from her time as a practitioner at a digital marketing agency, her academic background, and her current role in developer advocacy.Topics Explored[00:00:00] Introduction to Kate's Background: Robby and Kate discuss her journey from academia to front-end engineering and now to being a Senior Analyst at RedMonk. Kate shares how her...
2024-10-1551 minThe MonkCastDan Moore on Newsletters, Authenticity, and Sweating the AssetsIn this RedMonk conversation, Dan Moore, principal product engineer at FusionAuth, join James Governor, principal analyst and co-founder of RedMonk, and Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk, to discuss the resurgence of newsletters as a tool for authentic expression and community engagement. They explore the importance of optimizing existing content, the power of voice, and best practices for creating effective newsletters. The discussion highlights the evolving landscape of digital communication and the role newsletters play in fostering relationships and sharing knowledge.
2024-10-1436 minThe MonkCastA RedMonk Conversation: Natalia Venditto and Igor Minar on the Future of Frontend WorkloadsIn this conversation about the evolving landscape of front-end development, Natalia Venditto, principal owner of JavaScript developer experience for Azure and Code extensions at Microsoft, and Igor Minar, senior director of engineering at Cloudflare, chat with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk. In addition to discussing the future of JavaScript, the significance of server-side rendering, and the potential of WebAssembly, they speak about the challenges of migrating from client-side to server-side architectures, the role of micro frontends in managing organizational complexity, and the importance of open source foundations like the OpenJS Foundation in ensuring sustainable development practices. The views...
2024-10-0740 minThe MonkCastA RedMonk Conversation: CRMs and Codifying Business Processes with Steve BusseySteve Bussey, co-founder and CTO of Supered, talks all-things CRMs with RedMonk senior analyst Kate Holterhoff. They discuss the complexities of onboarding and user-friendliness in CRMs, the role of professional help in setting up and maintaining CRMs, the potential of AI in automating certain CRM processes, and the importance of privacy in CRM data. Steve also shares his journey from software engineer to co-founder and offers advice on finding mentors and fostering relationships.
2024-09-3051 minThe MonkCastA RedMonk Conversation: Luis Villa on the AI Compliance Dumpster Fire and Doing the Right ThingIn this RedMonk Conversation, Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk, speaks with Luis Villa, co-founder and general counsel at Tidelift, about new challenges in security and privacy in the AI era. The conversation focuses on the legal and compliance implications of AI which Luis highlighted in a spicy LinkedIn post that inspired this episode. Villa discusses the tension between in-house counsel's responsibility to protect the company and the desire of workers to embrace new technologies. He highlights the disconnect between Silicon Valley's enthusiasm for AI and the concerns of the general public. The conversation also touches on the ethical...
2024-09-1642 minThe MonkCastA RedMonk Conversation: Jay Miller on the Satanic Panic of Developer Relations and the AI ChainsawJay Miller, staff developer advocate at Aiven and founder of Black Python Devs, joins Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk, for this RedMonk Conversation. Jay discusses what his military service taught him about the importance of real-world problem-solving. He shares his thoughts on the connection between Python and AI, highlighting the importance of responsible AI usage and critical thinking. Jay talks about the state of developer relations and developer advocacy as a profession. He also speaks about Black Python Devs, an organization extending the ecosystem of Python communities to black and colo(u)red communities around the world through...
2024-09-0956 minThe MonkCastA RedMonk Conversation: Adam Rackis on Web Development and Red-Eye FlightsAdam Rackis, senior web engineer at Spotify, joins RedMonk's Kate Holterhoff to discuss upskilling, frontend development, and conference travel. They chat about Adam's service in the United States Air Force, his work experience in the software industry, and his thoughts about developer certifications. They also speak about the state of JavaScript frameworks, and the finer points of red-eye flights.
2024-08-1925 minThe MonkCastGenerative AI is Changing How Developers Work (with Adam Seligman)In this RedMonk Conversation Adam Seligman, VP of developer experience at AWS, chats with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk, about the continuing importance of developer relations, the impact of developer certification programs, and the changing landscape of software engineering with the advent of generative AI. Adam shares AWS's strategy around AI and highlights the importance of community engagement and education to this new era.
2024-08-1228 minThe MonkCastHow Coding Bootcamps Leverage AI, Corporate Partnerships, and Community Building (with Tina-Marie Gulley)Tina-Marie Gulley, Interim CEO at Ada Developers Academy, discusses her background and the intersection of technology, DEI, and education with Kate Holterhoff, senior analyst at RedMonk. Tina highlights the importance of AI in the bootcamp industry today as well as the need for partnerships and community building to create a sustainable and inclusive future for tech bootcamps.
2024-08-0534 min
Scaling DevToolsFrontend Developers: the Newest New Kingmakers with Kate Holterhoff from RedMonkKate Holterhoff - an analyst from RedMonk - shares why frontend developers are increasingly dictating the adoption of new developer tools.Kate shares specific examples, including Supabase. Links:Frontend Developers: the Newest New Kingmakers https://redmonk.com/kholterhoff/2024/02/15/frontend-developers-the-newest-new-kingmakers/Kate's website https://www.kateholterhoff.com/RedMonk https://redmonk.com/Kate's Twitter/X https://x.com/KateHolterhoff
2024-07-2533 minThe MonkCastA RedMonk Conversation: Local First, Cryptographic Proofs, and Data Anywhere with J Chris AndersonRedMonk analyst Kate Holterhoff and J Chris Anderson, cofounder of Couchbase and CEO of Fireproof, discuss trends in the data space including the history and importance of Apache CouchDB, the evolution of client-side technologies, and the local-first movement. Chris highlights the use of cryptography for data integrity and identity verification, as well as the future of data management in the AI era. He also shares Fireproof's go-to-market strategy, open source philosophy, and approach to community engagement.
2024-07-1531 minThe MonkCastA RedMonk Conversation: Sean McQuaid - from Waffle Fries to TypeScriptJoin RedMonk analyst Kate Holterhoff and Sean McQuaid, Lead Software Engineer at Chick-fil-A, as they chat about the Atlanta conference scene, software engineering at Chick-fil-A, and some hot takes on the state of Frontend frameworks, micro-frontends, TypeScript, and leveraging AI code assistants.
2024-07-0945 minThe MonkCastThe Docs Are In: Communication and Nursing Education (With Dr. Rebekah Greene)In this Docs are In conversation, RedMonk senior analysts KellyAnn Fitzpatrick and Kate Holterhoff chat with Dr. Rebekah Greene, assistant professor at the University of Rochester School of Nursing. Dr. Greene elaborates on her responsibilities in this role and how her as a scholar of 19th century literature actually dovetails and supports her work in clinical nursing. They also discuss the importance of technical communication to the medical profession, and share some strategies and best practices for fostering patient-medical professional communication.
This Docs Are In episode was originally published in video form on May 9, 2024.
2024-05-0935 minThe MonkCastThe Docs Are In: Certifications (With Dr. Kate Holterhoff)RedMonk's Dr. Kate Holterhoff and Dr. Kelly Fitzpatrick (who each have a Ph.D.) kick off a new series where they sometimes talk to other docs and sometimes talk about documentation. In this video Kelly interviews Kate about Kate's excellent research on certifications in the tech industry.
This is an older recording. This Docs Are In episode was originally published in video form on July 28, 2022.
2024-05-0211 minThe MonkCastA RedMonk Conversation: Engaging with Developers on Hacker News (With Dan Moore)Join RedMonk analysts James Governor and Kate Holterhoff as they chat with Dan Moore about Hacker News, the social news website for developers. This conversation digs into significant questions concerning this network that include not only what makes it unique, but also the special sauce that makes developers flock there. Moore suggests strategies for vendors hoping to successfully engage this community, and more general best practices for becoming involved.
This RedMonk Conversation was originally published in video form on March 28, 2024.
2024-03-2830 minThe MonkCastA RedMonk Conversation with Developer Certification Enthusiast Justin WheelerIn this RedMonk Conversation Kate Holterhoff, senior industry analyst with RedMonk, talks all-things developer certifications with Justin Wheeler, AWS Community Builder, Senior Software Developer at Bravo LT, and developer certification expert. In addition to passing every AWS certification, Justin is also a CNCF Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate; Google Cloud Certified Cloud Digital Leader; and Oracle Certified Associate. Justin talks about his experience and enthusiasm for certifications, explaining the benefits and pitfalls of these tools for furthering both general tech education and career advancement. Justin weighs in of what study materials and exam prep makes a vendor's education portfolio...
2024-03-2138 min
On The FrontierState of Developer Tooling - Redmonk (James Governor & Kate Holterhoff)For anyone interested in developer tooling, you won’t be able to find better analysis than the Redmonk team and this pod goes in depth into trends, analysis, and AI’s impact on coding.James Governor and Kate Holterhoff are analysts at Redmonk, the developer focused analyst firm. They have been doing analysis of open source tooling and developer trends since 2002 when the firm was founded (20+ years ago). In this episode, we talk about analyzing what will persist in hype cycles, AI’s impact on coding practices & languages, and how not to extrapolate our biases in outcomes onto d...
2024-03-1248 minThe MonkCastA RedMonk Conversation: A Frontend Optimized Database Stack (With Carl Sverre)Kate Holterhoff, analyst with Redmonk, and Carl Sverre, creator of SQLSync and founder of orbitinghail, discuss database management for frontend engineers: an issue that has never been more pressing. Carl expands on the subject of client versus server side data caching, explaining how SQLSync uniquely addresses the data management problem on the frontend. He explains the importance of “offline-first,” meaning that applications are intended to function offline, and lays out his optimism about the future of WebAssembly (Wasm).
This RedMonk Conversation was originally published in video form on February 29, 2024.
2024-02-2940 minThe MonkCastA Quick(ish) Take On Fast Cars: RedMonk Talks AWS Technology in F1™In October 2023, Amazon Web Services (AWS) invited RedMonk analysts Kelly Fitzpatrick, Kate Holterhoff, and Rachel Stephens to Austin, TX, so that they could report on AWS technology in action at relevant Formula 1™ events (AWS has an existing partnership with Formula 1™). In this the analysts discuss their initial impressions, the technology they saw in play, and their overall takeaways from the events.
This Quick Take was originally published in video form on February 26, 2024.
2024-02-2623 minThe MonkCastA Quick(ish) Take On Fast Cars: RedMonk Talks AWS Technology in F1™In October 2023, Amazon Web Services (AWS) invited RedMonk analysts Kelly Fitzpatrick, Kate Holterhoff, and Rachel Stephens to Austin, TX, so that they could report on AWS technology in action at relevant Formula 1™ events (AWS has an existing partnership with Formula 1™). In this the analysts discuss their initial impressions, the technology they saw in play, and their overall takeaways from the events.
This Quick Take was originally published in video form on February 26, 2024.
2024-02-2600 minThe MonkCastA RedMonk Conversation: Frontend & Prototyping at IBM (With Stephane Rodet)Kate Holterhoff, industry analyst at RedMonk discusses Frontend & Prototyping with Stephane Rodet, UX Engineering Manager at IBM. Rodet shares his experience working with the frontend, design, and UX teams at IBM. We discuss trends in this domain in terms of career opportunities, team roles, testing, and tooling. The landscape of frontend and prototyping is shifting fast, and Rodet explains how IBM fosters creativity and innovation in this space.
This RedMonk Conversation was originally published in video form on July 26, 2022.
2024-01-2321 minThe MonkCastThe Docs are In: An Examined Life in DevX Engineering with Dr. Ryan FeigenbaumIn this Docs are In episode, RedMonk analyst Kate Holterhoff speaks with Dr. Ryan Feigenbaum, Developer Experience Engineer at Ghost. They discuss the state of DevX in 2023; transitioning to the software industry after a career in academia; and documentation best practices. Dr. Feigenbaum draws parallels between his university work in a philosophy department with the research, communication, and pedagogical aspects of his role as a developer.
This RedMonk Conversation was published in video form on January 3, 2024.
2024-01-0341 minThe MonkCastA RedMonk Conversation: Industry’s Tardy Response to the AI Prompt Injection Vulnerability (With Simon Willison)Kate Holterhoff, analyst with Redmonk, and Simon Willison, founder of Dattasette, co-creator of Django, and expert in AI technologies, speak about the AI prompt injection vulnerability. Simon lays out what prompt injection is and why it is so difficult to mitigate. They also cover major industry players (OpenAI, Meta, Anthropic, Google), and the common mistake of confusing moderation, in the sense of not letting the model say bad things, with security, not letting an attack trigger the model into performing an action that leaks private data or triggers tools in the wrong way. Prompt injection is a security issue...
2023-12-2133 minThe MonkCastThe Docs Are In: Spicy Takes on Documentation (With Sam Kleinman)In this The Docs Are In conversation, Kate Holterhoff, industry analyst at RedMonk, and Sam Kleinman, staff engineer working in distributed systems, discuss documentation: the good, the bad, and how to improve the documentation ecosystem. Sam talks about his experience as a technical communication specialist at MongoDB, as well as his "spicy takes" on what makes the documentation strategies of some companies more successful than others.
This Docs Are In was originally published in video form on October 20, 2022.
2023-12-0424 minThe MonkCastThe Docs are In: Upskilling Insights from a Podcaster & Solution Architect at Red Hat (With Angela Andrews)Kate Holterhoff, industry analyst at RedMonk discusses upskilling, reskilling, and cross-skilling with Angela Andrews, Solution Architect at Red Hat & Co-Host of the Compiler Podcast. They get into a range of topics including Upskilling's Greenfield Problem, whether certifications are enough to secure an entry-level job in tech, the value of bootcamps, and how Red Hat is meeting the needs of learners.
This Docs Are In was originally published in video form on April 12, 2023.
2023-11-0724 minThe MonkCastThe Docs Are In: ‘I thought there would be cake’ & other eulogies of academics turned technologists (With Dr. Eli Thorkelson)For this episode of The Docs are In, Dr. Eli Thorkelson, software development engineer at Workday, catches up with Dr. Kate Holterhoff, analyst with RedMonk. Related Resources: https://decasia.org/academic_culture/ (Dr. Thorkelson's blog) https://rip-my-academic-career.decasia.org
This Docs Are In was originally published in video form on May 22, 2023.
2023-11-0721 minThe MonkCastA RedMonk Conversation: The State of Mobile Experience (With Andrew Tunall and Virna Sekuj)In this conversation, RedMonk analyst Kate Holterhoff discusses Embrace's State of Mobile Experience Engineering Report with Andrew Tunall, VP and Head of Product at Embrace.io, and Virna Sekuj, Product Marketing Manager at Embrace.io. They review Embrace's research detailing mobile end users' and builders' perspectives of performance issues and app experiences.
This RedMonk Conversation was originally published in video form on July 26, 2023.
2023-11-0625 minThe MonkCastA RedMonk Conversation: The JavaScript Ecosystem and Developer Relations (With Tracy Lee)In this RedMonk Conversation, analyst Kate Holterhoff speaks with Tracy Lee, CEO at This Dot Labs, about trends in the frontend space. They discuss the JavaScript Ecosystem, focusing on frameworks and runtimes, as well as the future of Developer Relations, including an overview of This Dot Lab's DevRel City.
This RedMonk Conversation was originally published in video form on November 6, 2023.
2023-11-0622 minThe MonkCastThe Docs Are In: From Academic to AI Startup Founder (With Allen Romano)RedMonk analyst Kate Holterhoff and Allen Romano, co-founder of Logoi, chat about their experiences as academics turned tech industry professionals. They discuss the discipline of digital humanities; how founding a startup both resembles and diverges from PhD work; and the future of AI.
This Docs Are In was originally published in video form on August 18, 2023.
2023-11-0321 minThe MonkCastOrganizing Tech Conferences and Java Users Groups (With Vincent Mayers)In this RedMonk Conversation, analyst Kate Holterhoff chats with Vincent Mayers, who works in Community, DevRel, and Productivity Engineering at Gradle. They discuss the challenges and opportunities afforded by arranging tech events, focusing particularly on Vincent's experiences organizing the Devnexus and Connect.tech conferences, as well as the Atlanta Java Users Group (AJUG).
This RedMonk Conversation was originally published in video form on September 26, 2023.
2023-11-0326 minThe MonkCastThe Docs are In: A History of AI (With Dr. Tobias Wilson-Bates)RedMonk analyst Kate Holterhoff and Tobias Wilson-Bates, Assistant Professor at Georgia Gwinnett College, dig into the history and future of AI. Dr. Wilson-Bates discusses examples of artificial intelligence in Western culture including Mary Shelley's Frankenstein and Karel Čapek's Rossum's Universal Robots. They speak about how large language models and machine learning are disrupting the domains of education, labor, and the commons.
This Docs Are In was originally published in video form on October 17, 2023.
2023-10-1921 min
Whiskey Web and WhatnotThe Framework Wars, Certifications, and Cincinnati Chili with Dr. Kate HolterhoffAs the tech industry advances at breakneck speed, traditional university programs are struggling to keep pace. Outdated course content and failure to adapt are encouraging developers to go the untraditional route. Can certifications carry the weight of tech education?
Dr. Kate Holterhoff, Analyst at RedMonk, is an educator championing certifications in the tech space. Her background in academia, including teaching stints at institutions like Carnegie Mellon and Georgia Tech gave her a wealth of insights on what is best for the future of tech education. Kate sheds light on the challenges faced by tech education, emphasizing the...
2023-10-121h 00
Radical Respect a book by Kim ScottS2 - Episode 7: What's going on?How do you know whether what you are experiencing is bias, prejudice or bullying--or none of the above? Kim reads a story about an experience she had; guest Kate Holterhoff and co-host Wesley give her some feedback on the story. Then Kate shares a story about an experience she had. Come give it a listen and let us know what you think was going on there--bias, prejudice, bullying, or none of the above?About Kate Holterhoff: Kate completed her Ph.D. in literary and cultural studies at Carnegie Mellon in 2016; she is currently an analyst at RedMonk and...
2023-06-1338 min
Software Architektur im StreamDie IT-Welt vor 10 Jahren mit Stefan Tilkov und Eberhard Wolff - live von der RheinJUGDie Innovationsgeschwindigkeit in der IT ist unfassbar hoch - so meint man. Aber was hat sich über die Jahre wirklich geändert? Stefan Tilkov und Eberhard Wolff wagen den Rückblick auf die Welt der Software-Entwicklung vor 10 Jahren. Welche Meinungen, Themen und Trends haben sie damals gesehen? Was ist aus den Hypes von 2013 geworden? Wie bewerten sie diese Ideen heute? Wo lagen sie richtig? Und wo falsch? Und welche Themen sind nach wie vor aktuell?
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2023-04-281h 40
Tech TransformedHoneycomb: Measuring the Success of an Incident Response ProgramIncident response is the action taken to detect, triage, analyse, and remediate problems in software with the ultimate goal of minimising damage and restoring normal business functionality as quickly as possible. A well-executed incident response plan can help organisations mitigate the impact of security incidents and maintain the trust of their customers and stakeholders, but how specifically can the efficacy of an incident response program be assessed?In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, RedMonk analyst Kate Holterhoff spoke to Fred Hebert, Staff Site Reliability Engineer at Honeycomb, as they explore:Why some metrics are be...
2023-03-0219 min
The Security StrategistHoneycomb: Measuring the Success of an Incident Response ProgramIncident response is the action taken to detect, triage, analyse, and remediate problems in software with the ultimate goal of minimising damage and restoring normal business functionality as quickly as possible. A well-executed incident response plan can help organisations mitigate the impact of security incidents and maintain the trust of their customers and stakeholders, but how specifically can the efficacy of an incident response program be assessed?In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, RedMonk analyst Kate Holterhoff spoke to Fred Hebert, Staff Site Reliability Engineer at Honeycomb, as they explore:Why some metrics are be...
2023-03-0219 min
Screaming in the CloudInterlacing Literature, Academia, and Tech with Kate HolterhoffAbout KateKate Holterhoff, an industry analyst with RedMonk, has a background in frontend engineering, academic research, and technical communication. Kate comes to RedMonk from the digital marketing sector and brings with her expertise in frontend engineering, QA, accessibility, and scrum best practices.Before pursuing a career in the tech industry Kate taught writing and communication courses at several East Coast universities. She earned a PhD from Carnegie Mellon in 2016 and was awarded a postdoctoral fellowship (2016-2018) at Georgia Tech, where she is currently an affiliated researcher.
2022-04-2834 min
The Stories We Tell Our RobotsEpisode #23: Immoderate ModerationDr. Tobias Wilson-Bates and Darien are joined by Dr. Kate Holterhoff, founder and curator of Visual Haggard, a digital archive of the illustrations of the works of popular Victorian author Rider Haggard.As a curator of an archive full of controversial themes and imagery, Dr. Holterhoff talks about the dynamic of preserving and moderating content online, and the implications for major content sites like Facebook and YouTube.
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