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Cloud UnfilteredCisco Devnet and AIJoin your host, Michael Chenetz, as we dive deep into the world of Artificial Intelligence with the incredible Erika Dietrick, a seasoned developer advocate from Cisco. Fresh off the vibe from Black Hat and DEF CON in Las Vegas, Erika brings her vibrant energy and sharp insights to this engaging conversation.🎙️ In this episode:Discover AI's true role as an assistant, not a replacement. Erika emphasizes the importance of understanding different AI models and their applications.- Learn about the life of a Developer Advocate at Cisco, a role that merges technical prowess with...2024-09-0429 min
Cloud UnfilteredNavigating Zero Trust and Identity Access ManagementIn this episode of Cloud Unfiltered, host Michael Chenetz sits down with Gerry Gebel, Vice President of Product and Standards at Strata Identity. Gerry brings his extensive background in IT, identity orchestration, and authorization to discuss some of today’s most critical topics in cyber security—zero trust and identity access management.Join us as Gerry explains the concept of zero-standing privilege, the evolution of access control, and how businesses can integrate these practices to safeguard their digital environments. The discussion also touches on emerging standards for authorization, the challenges of creating consensus in technology working groups, and...2024-08-0533 min
Cloud UnfilteredThe Future of AI and Its Role in Technology with Acorn Labs Welcome to Cloud Unfiltered! 🌐In today’s episode, Michael Chenetz is thrilled to bring back Shannon and Darren from Acorn Labs for a dynamic and insightful conversation. Acorn, formerly known for its Kubernetes and container management solutions, has ventured into the pioneering world of AI, shaping how we orchestrate and manage AI systems with the same finesse as containers.🔍 What’s Inside:* Expanding Horizons: Shannon Williams, President at Acorn, discusses the evolution from cloud.com and Rancher to their latest quest in AI, emphasizing open-source solutions for orchestrating AI systems.* Complaints Turn Constr...2024-07-3049 min
Cloud UnfilteredCybersecurity Challenges and Solutions with Amit from Cato NetworksWelcome to another edition of Cloud Unfiltered! In this episode, our host Michael Chenitz sits down with Amit, the CISO and DPO of Cato Networks. Join us as Amit shares his insights and experiences managing internal application security and compliance programs over the past three years.In this engaging conversation, we delve into the evolution of cybersecurity, exploring how the landscape has shifted from traditional perimeter defenses to a more agile, holistic approach. Amit discusses the daily challenges faced by cybersecurity professionals, the importance of understanding and mitigating new threats, and the role of collaboration in developing...2024-07-1628 min
Cloud UnfilteredThe World of Kubernetes and Platform EngineeringWelcome to another edition of Cloud Unfiltered! In this episode, your host, Michael Chenetz, dives deep into the world of Kubernetes and platform engineering with special guest Carlos Santana, a solutions architect at AWS. In this episode, we discuss: - Carlos's journey and expertise in distributed computing and Kubernetes. - The evolution of platform development and the need for standardization in the cloud-native environment. - The challenges and benefits of using containers and Kubernetes in enterprise software. - The importance of platform engineering in providing standardized ways for developers to interact...2024-06-2445 min
Cloud UnfilteredServerless Kubernetes👋 Welcome to another impactful episode of Cloud Unfiltered! Today, we're excited to have the renowned Kubernetes and platform engineering expert Michael Levan join our host Michael Chenetz. Episode Highlights:- Michael Levan Unveiled: Dive into Michael's expansive career, spanning authorship of four books, conference speaking, and specialized consulting in the Kubernetes sphere.- Decade of Kubernetes: Reflecting on Kubernetes' 10-year journey, its challenges, and the evolution of containerization.- Serverless Kubernetes: Explore the pioneering concept of serverless Kubernetes. What does this mean for resource optimization and cost-effective scalability? Discover how big nam...2024-06-2040 min
Cloud UnfilteredAI Sprawl: Taming the BeastJoin host Michael Chenetz on this insightful episode of Cloud Unfiltered as he welcomes Amith, the President and Chief Operating Officer of Clarifai. Dive into the world of AI as Amith shares his journey from tech giants like Microsoft and HashiCorp to his current role at Clarifai. Learn about the evolution of AI in various sectors, from public to enterprise, and how Clarifai is enhancing AI accessibility and functionality.Amith discusses the challenges of operationalizing AI in the market, insights on predictive versus generative AI, and the importance of community in advancing AI technologies. With a rich...2024-06-0633 min
Cloud UnfilteredThe future of AI Development ToolsJoin our host, Michael Chenetz, as he dives into an enlightening conversation with Peter Guagenti, the President of Tabnine. In this episode, they explore the transformative power of AI in software development and how Tabnine is revolutionizing the way developers work. 🚀 Episode Highlights:- The Role of AI in Coding: Explore how AI is changing the software development landscape, making coding faster and more efficient, but also raising concerns about code quality and data privacy.- Tabnine's Innovative Approach: Learn about how Tab9 leverages AI to enhance coding, focusing on privacy, lic...2024-05-3038 min
Cloud UnfilteredExploring AI and Vector DatabasesJoin your host, Michael Chenetz, as he interviews André Zayarni, the CEO of Qdrant, a leader in AI innovation with its cutting-edge vector database technology. This conversation is essential listening for anyone interested in integrating advanced search technologies and AI in modern applications. ----- Outshift is Cisco’s incubation engine, innovating what's next and new for Cisco products and sharing our expertise on emerging technologies. Discover the latest on cloud native applications, cloud application security, generative AI, quantum networking and security, future-forward tech research, our latest open source projects and more. Kee...2024-05-2229 min
Cloud UnfilteredExploring the Future of AI and AutomationIn this exciting episode of Cloud Unfiltered, host Michael Chenetz sits down with Sathish Balakrishnan, the leader of the Ansible automation platform business at Red Hat. With a decade of experience at Red Hat and a profound involvement in OpenShift, Kubernetes, and cloud services, Sathish shares invaluable insights into the pivotal role of automation in magnifying the capabilities of AI technologies.Key Highlights:🔹 Understand why automation is no longer a luxury but a mission-critical necessity in the age of AI.🔹 Discover how AI and automation together are transforming business operations and driving a new ur...2024-05-1430 min
Cloud UnfilteredSebastian Stadil - The Evolution of IaC at KubeConEU 2024In this special edition of Cloud Unfiltered, recorded at KubeCon Paris, host Michael Chenetz sits down with Sebastian Stadil, co-founder of Scalr. Sebastian has been pivotal in the DevOps community, especially with his recent work spearheading the OpenTofu initiative. During this insightful episode, Sebastian shares his journey in the tech world, the mission behind Scalr, and his perspectives on the evolution of infrastructure as code. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2024-04-1634 min
Cloud UnfilteredMatt Johnson - Cloud Native Security at KubeConEU 2024In this special edition of Cloud Unfiltered, recorded live from KubeCon Paris, host Michael Chenetz sits down with Matt Johnson, Cloud Security Field CTO at Palo Alto Networks, to dive deep into the evolving landscape of cloud native security. As organizations continue to embrace cloud technologies and Kubernetes, the complexity of securing these environments has never been more challenging. Matt shares his insights on the current state of cloud security, the importance of a holistic approach to securing applications across multiple layers, and the role of developers in the security ecosystem. Throughout the conversation, Matt emphasizes the...2024-04-1633 min
Cloud UnfilteredNick Eberts - Complexity of Fleet ManagementNick Eberts sits down with host Michael Chenetz to discuss platform engineering, fleet management, and cloud-native security.-----Outshift is Cisco’s incubation engine, innovating what's next and new for Cisco products and sharing our expertise on emerging technologies. Discover the latest on cloud native applications, cloud application security, generative AI, quantum networking and security, future-forward tech research, our latest open source projects and more.Keep up with the speed of innovation:→ Learn more: http://cs.co/6050psmui→ Read our blog: http://cs.co/6051psmucConnect with us on...2024-03-1836 min
Cloud UnfilteredHistory of CNCF, Linux FDN, KubeCon & the FutureIn this episode, Chris Aniszczyk, CTO of Linux Foundation/CNCF sits down with host, Michael Chenetz to discuss the history of the CNCF (Cloud Native Compute Foundation) and where it is going. Additionally, Chris discusses what he expects the trends to be for the next KubeCon in Paris. ----- Outshift is Cisco’s incubation engine, innovating what's next and new for Cisco products and sharing our expertise on emerging technologies. Discover the latest on cloud native applications, cloud application security, generative AI, quantum networking and security, future-forward tech research, our latest open source projects and mo...2024-02-2846 min
Cloud UnfilteredDavid Aronchick on AI, Kubeflow and CoDIn this episode of Cloud Unfiltered, host Michael Chenetz interviews David Aronchick, co-founder of Kubeflow and leader of a new startup, Expanso. They dive into David's unique journey as a tech innovator, detailing his significant contributions to Kubernetes at Google and his ventures in the startup world. They explore the challenges of reproducibility in technology, the evolution of Kubernetes, and the future of AI and machine learning, including the significance of Kubeflow and Expand in simplifying and advancing cloud and AI technologies. David shares insights into the complexities of modern tech ecosystems and the importance of making technology reproducible...2024-02-2243 min
Cloud UnfilteredJoin Michael Chenetz and Ayse Kaya as they delve into the critical topic of container security!🎙️ **Welcome to Cloud Unfiltered!**Join host Michael Chenetz and returning guest Ayse Kaya as they delve into the critical topic of container security. This episode covers the latest insights from the 2023 SlimAI Container Report, focusing on the challenges and advancements in this ever-evolving field.🔐 **What's Inside:**- The importance of taking container security seriously in today's tech environment.- Insights from the SlimAI Container Report: Discover how security leaders from mid to large organizations view the current state of container security.- In-depth discussions on the human and technical aspects of security, backed by exten...2024-01-2348 min
Cloud UnfilteredKubeconNA23 - Rotem Tamir chats with host, Michael Chenetz about database schema as codeDon't miss this in-depth exploration of the latest trends and challenges in infrastructure and database development. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting out, this episode offers valuable insights and stories from the front lines of tech development.Schema as Code Philosophy: Discover the philosophy of 'Schema as Code' and its impact on developer workflows, allowing for the generation of various server types and implementations directly from code. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2023-11-1342 min
Cloud UnfilteredKubeconNA23 - Jim Bugwadia of Nirmata chats with host, Michael Chenetz about modern app securityJoin us for a special edition of KubeconNA23, hosted at KubeCon in Chicago, where we explore the latest trends and practices in cloud-native systems and security. Our guest from Nirmata shares valuable insights and experiences, making this a must-watch for anyone interested in the future of cloud computing and Kubernetes.Networking and Security Practices: Learn about innovative approaches to network security, including the use of ACLs and deny-all policies in Kubernetes, and how these practices provide robust security frameworks.Internal Developer Platforms: Discover how internal developer platforms are evolving with cloud-native systems, offering new guardrails and...2023-11-1337 min
Cloud UnfilteredKubeconNA23 - Darren Shephard and Shannon Williams discuss cloud native and AcornAll of the Cloud Unfiltered Podcasts from Kubecon in Chicago 2023Welcome to a captivating episode of "Cloud Unfiltered," hosted by Michael Chenitz, straight from the vibrant atmosphere of KubeCon in Chicago. This special edition features an insightful conversation with two renowned figures in the world of cloud computing – Darren Sheppard and Shannon Williams.🌧️ Amidst the backdrop of Chicago's unpredictable weather, from rain to unexpected snow, our host and guests dive into a lively discussion. They share their unique perspectives on the latest trends and innovations in cloud technology, providing valuable insights that resonate with both industry veterans and newcome...2023-11-1351 min
Cloud UnfilteredEP152 - Kubefirst - Because Kubernetes CI/CD Should be easyMichael Chenetz chats with the Kubefirst folks about the need for more simplicity in Kubernetes and in creating Kubernetes pipelines. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2023-06-2646 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp 151 - Kelsey Hightower and host Mike Chenetz discuss monolith vs micro-servicesKelsey Hightower and host Mike Chenetz discuss monolith vs micro-services and everything in-between! What are the right tools for the job?Who should care about operations? Who should care about development?Should it be a combined role?Find out the answers to all of these things and more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2023-05-3139 min
The Business of Open SourceRelating Tech to People through Technical Marketing with Michael ChenetzMichael Chenetz, Head of Technical Marketing at Portainer.io, joins me to discuss why technical marketing is so much more effective for open source companies and also why it’s a hard role to fill. In this episode, Michael and I discuss his unique background that lead him to technical marketing in the open source space, and the importance of relating tech to people. Michael explains the differences between traditional marketing and technical marketing, as well as the impact technical marketing has on a company’s trajectory. Highlights:Michael introduces himself and his role at Por...2022-11-0228 min
Cloud UnfilteredEP120 - Customer Focused Innovation with A10Networks CEO, Dhrupad TrivediIn this episode our new co-host Justin Barksdale and Michael Chenetz sit down and have a chat with A10 Networks CEO, Dhrupad Trivedi on customer focused innovation.Social Media Links:A10 Twitter: https://twitter.com/A10NetworksA10 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a10networks/Dhrupad Trivedi’s LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dhrupad-trivedi-505669/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2021-09-1740 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp108 - Intro New HostsThis Episode of Cloud Unfiltered is a transitional episode that introduces new hosts Michael Chenetz and Andrew Horrigan! We sadly say goodbye to host Ali Amagasu. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2020-12-1520 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp107: Are VMs Becoming Obsolete? feat. Tolga TarhanReady for a juicy technical episode that doles out super-strategic advice at the same time? Excellent. Because in this half-hour Tolga explains what he meant when he said VMs are in fact becoming obsolete in a recent Forbes article. He and Pete also go deep into a discussion about whether or not "serverless first" is becoming a thing, and who serverless may not actually work for. We also talk about whether public cloud is cost effective, and what you might be doing wrong if it's not at your company; why you don't need to be worried about lock-in anymore, the...2020-09-0132 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp106: Running a Multicloud Software User Group, with Luca RelandiniLuca works for Cisco. He lives in Italy, and he wanted to help more people master the technologies and strategies that enable successful cloud implementations. So he started a local user group. In this episode he'll explain what he did right, what he would do differently, and how he's getting the group through remote meetups during the pandemic. If you're a member of a cloud user group or you're thinking about starting one, this is the episode for you! Link to the user group: https://developer.cisco.com/docs/multicloud-sw-user-group/ Luca's Twitter handle: @lucarelandiniLinkedin: https...2020-08-2130 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp105: Managing Non-human Identities in the Cloud, with Eric KedroskyAre you on top of the non-human identities in your cloud environment? Do you know how many there are (really) and what kind of permissions they're set up with? In this episode we speak with Eric Kedrosky, CISO at Sonrai security about the rapidly escalating challenges surrounding the issue of non-human identities in the cloud. We talk about what they are, what kinds of problems they can cause, what mistakes orgs are most likely to make with them, and which best practices you can implement today in order to protect your data before a malicious actor makes your...2020-08-0832 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp104: Industry insights from a Cloud Pioneer, feat. Emil SayeghIn this episode we sit down and chat with Emil Sayegh--one of the pioneers of cloud computing and a true industry visionary--about what is happening in terms of cloud computing technology right now, and what's on the horizon in the next few years. A few of the questions we cover include: Will the Big 3 public providers have a price war? Will they consolidate the industry further? Are they currently differentiated, and if so, which elements of their offerings are unique? He also takes time to explain what kind of trends they're seeing at Ntirety--the managed solutions provider that he currently...2020-07-2531 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp103: Getting to know the new GM of CNCF, with Priyanka SharmaIn June the Cloud Native Computing Foundation announced that Dan Kohn would be stepping away from his role as the leader of the organization and Priyanka Sharma--a longtime contributor, speaker, and leader in the CNCF community--would be taking his place. So who is Priyanka? What are her plans for the Foundation? And what can we expect from the upcoming (virtual) KubeCon/CloudNativeCon? Tune in to this week's episode to find out. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2020-07-1029 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp102: A More Holistic Approach to Cloud Security, with John HeintzIn this episode we talk with John Heintz, Global Systems Engineering Manager at Cisco, about what Cisco Stealthwatch is, how it has evolved over the past year, and how it secures your environment in a way that is fundamentally different from other security technologies. We also discuss some recent security breaches, the "shared responsibility" model for securing the public cloud, and where Stealthwatch fits into the recently announced Cisco SecureX. Bio – John Heintz joined Cisco Systems from Observable Networks. Prior to Observable, he spent 10 years in the telecommunications space working for major ISPs, he jumped at the opportunity to...2020-06-2729 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp101: The WebAssembly Episode, feat. Tyler McMullenWhat do you know about WebAssembly? Have you used it outside the browser? Have you thought about how it might be used outside the browser? Tyler McMullen has. WebAssembly is his specialty, and he's got some pretty powerful ideas about how this versatile instruction format may evolve to do even more impressive things. In this episode we talk with him about how it works, what makes it compelling, and who is involved behind the scenes to advance the use of Wasm. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get...2020-03-2832 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp100: Data as Capital, with Paul SondereggerEver get the feeling you might not be getting all the value you can out of the data your company generates? In this episode former Forrester Research principal analyst Paul Sonderegger explains why that feeling is probably right and what you can do to remedy the situation. Tune in to find out what kinds of data businesses often overlook, and hear real-world examples of companies that have tapped previously stagnant data pools to find considerable value. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...2020-03-0929 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp99: Hot topics in the cloud world, with Dominik TornowAre microservices all upside? Is Kubernetes too complicated? Does Knative go far enough? Who is Knative right for? Are we headed to a "serverless first" world?This episode is truly the manifestation of our ideal "chatting with a friend over beers after a busy day at a conference" vision. Hope you enjoy the wide-ranging talk about many of the big issues that are hot in the cloud world today. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2020-02-2127 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp98: Navigating the Application Revolution, with Fabio GoriWe're in the midst of an application revolution. The number of applications in the average enterprise is exploding, and at the same time those applications are more interconnected than ever. So how on earth are you supposed to monitor them all and manage them all and move the right ones to the cloud while keeping the right ones on-prem? In this episode Cisco's own Fabio Gori shares insights about how different companies are addressing this revolution--both those that are struggling and those who have set the standard with best practices. He also explains three steps any organization can...2020-02-0734 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp97: How to keep your skill set fresh, with Ell Marquez and Christophe LimpalairWhether you're a seasoned IT pro, a total beginner, or any of the things in-between, there is always room to learn more in this industry. Maybe you need to wrap your brain around containers--or figure out Kubernetes specifically. Maybe you want to get your Google Cloud certification, or expand your understanding of blockchain. The list of things you could choose to learn is seriously never-ending. The question (for most of us) is where do we learn it? In this episode we chat with Christophe Limpalair and Ell Marquez of the Linux Academy about what they teach, who they...2020-02-0119 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp96: Embedding security into the development process, with Guy Podjarny and Gareth RushgroveAgile software development has inadvertently put security in the hands of developers--for better or for worse. Do your developers know this? Do they care? How do you and your security team ensure you're shipping secure software while still moving fast? In this episode we'll speak with Guy and Gareth about how we got where we are when it comes to security, which roles developers and the security team should play, and how to build security tools into the developer workflow in a way that is seamless.To learn more about Snyk--the company Guy and Gareth work...2020-01-2527 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp95: All about Service Mesh, with Idit LevineHow's your service mesh game? Do you feel like it's strong? Like you know what you need to in order to leverage it effectively within your company's IT environment? Whether it is or not, this is the episode to listen to if you want to learn more about service mesh.In it we talk to Idit Levine, founder and CEO of solo.io about some of the central benefits of employing a service mesh, some of the challenges you'll run into, solutions to those challenges, and her thoughts on where service mesh and Envoy are headed...2020-01-0824 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp94: Can you really avoid cloud lock-in? with Matt CreagerIn the third installment of our KubeCon San Diego series, Manifold co-founder Matt Creager explains his company's marketplace-as-a-service for developer tools and services, then discusses cloud workload portability, the importance of using the right tool for the job, and shares which KubeCon announcement he's found most exciting so far. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2019-12-1818 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp93: Why Mesosphere became D2iQ, with Tobi KnaupWonder what Mesosphere has been up to? Find out on the second installation of our #KubeCon 2019 series, where we’ll talk about some of their new products—and their why they rebranded themselves to D2iQ. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2019-12-0224 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp92: Open Sourcing Mental HealthSo many people. So much sound. So much to do in such a short time. Do you find yourself extremely stressed at conferences? Do you wonder if it's normal or if there's anything you can do about it? In this episode Dr. Jennifer Akullian, founder and psychologist at the Growth Coaching Institute describes what kind of mental health services specifically will be available at KubeCon San Diego. She'll also explain why the organizers decided to provide these services, what is happening at other conferences, and how attendees can practice self-care anytime they're out on the road or otherwise...2019-11-2022 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp91: Is your Kubernetes cluster a pet? with Bill MulliganWe all know the cattle vs. pets analogy as it applies to servers, but have you ever considered that you may be doing the same thing with your Kubernetes clusters? In this episode Bill explains why it happens, why you want to correct the situation, and how to approach it. To read the article we reference in this episode, visit: https://thenewstack.io/how-to-treat-your-kubernetes-clusters-like-cattle-not-pets/To read an even newer post from Bill on the same topic, see: https://devops.com/from-pets-to-x-as-code-enabling-control-and-predictability-for-itops-at-scale/ To learn more about Loodse and Kubermatic, visit: https://www.loodse...2019-11-0131 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp90: Cloud Blind Spots, with Ian TibbleWhat do you really need to worry about when moving to the cloud and what's just not worth your time? In this episode, cloud security specialist Ian Tibble explains why many of the perceived challenges in the cloud are not actually unique to cloud at all. He also outlines some of the very real security issues you should be thinking about, explains the importance of the "attack mindset," and debates whether serverless is a more or less secure way to develop software. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or...2019-10-1738 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp89: Zephyr Project Update, with Kate StewartIf IoT is your sweet spot, you’re already aware of RTOS and the Zephyr Project. If you’re not, now’s the time to find out why they’re important, what they enable, and what's in the Zephyr Project update announced today by the Linux Foundation. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2019-10-0830 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp88: Building Apps Without Code, feat. Praveen SeshadriHow do you feel about the "No-code" concept? In this episode we talk to AppSheet co-founder and CEO Praveen Seshadri about what it is, how it works, who it's good for and who it's not so good for. Plus we explore the primary problem it solves and explore what it means for developers going forward. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2019-08-1037 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp87: Let's Talk Programmable Internet, with William B. NortonIn this episode we're diverging from our regular cloud-centric conversations for a moment to get into the network. William B. Norton is the co-founder of NOIA (Network Optimized Internet Architecture) and he has some really interesting things to say about what they're doing to make the network smarter and ultimately faster. Again, it's not as cloudy as most of our content, but if you're a fan of technology advances in general, you'll enjoy this one tremendously.To learn more about NOIA, go to https://noia.network/ This is a public episode. If you would...2019-07-3138 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp86: CNCF Update with Chris Aniszczyk and Phil Estes!Hear what CNCF CTO Chris Aniszczyk and IBM Distinguished Engineer Phil Estes have to say about containerd and Fluentd graduating from incubation, the mini VM movement, the FaaS on Kubernetes movement, and the contributions to CNCF coming from China. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2019-07-1338 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp85: Automation and Networking in a Cloud Native World, with Vijoy PandeyVijoy is Cisco's Cloud CTO and prior to that he was the head of engineering for data centers and backbone networks at Google. He's got a lot of interesting things to say about the different phases of automation, the needs of different users (hyperscalers, SPs, and enterprises), the gap between off-prem and on-prem cloud solutions, and how the whole serverless story may or may not play out. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2019-07-0543 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp84: The Serverless Framework, with Nick GottliebThe Serverless Framework open source project had 150K downloads in 2016, 3.9 million in 2018, and 3.7 million so far this year. Something must be going on. We talk about it with Nick Gottlieb on this week’s episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2019-06-2834 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp83: Cisco Container Platform Update, with Meenakshi KaushikCisco introduced its container cluster management platform a year ago, and since then the product has evolved in a big way to meet the needs of a growing (and apparently vocal) customer base. Tune in to hear all about the new features, the release cadence, the typical use case, and more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2019-06-2227 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp82: We actually made our Data Center 2.0 initiative happen. You can too. with Sebastien MorissetteIt's fun to talk about digital transformation. Lots less fun to actually do it. But in this interview, Sebastien explains how he successfully implemented a sweeping data center overhaul initiative that started with a $0 budget (and was really more of a future vision) with a little help from Cisco. He tells us what inspired it, how he got executives on board, how he has enticed users to try the new environment, and finally, which technologies were key to the transformation. It's an excellent episode. Check it out! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss...2019-06-1436 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp81: Cloud Adoption Trends and Challenges, with Jonathan KingWhat do Cisco cloud initiatives look like from a partner's point of view? Find out this week when Jonathan King of World Wide Technology (one of our largest partners) chats with us about multicloud adoption, Kubernetes penetration, serverless technologies, the new Cisco certification program, and his own company's cloud services strategy. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2019-06-1342 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp80: Moms Can Code, with Bekah Hawrot WeigelWhy would you leave a perfectly good career as an English professor and start over again as a programmer? Bekah Hawrot Weigel explains on this week’s episode of Cloud Unfiltered. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2019-06-0529 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp79: It's time to up-level your automation game, with Scott FordAs a distinguished architect at Chef Software, Scott Ford is up to his neck in the business of IT automation--all day every day. So he's got a front row seat to what's actually happening out there, and a lot of insight as a result. Among other things, he says that digital transformation is real, that everything should be driven as code, that we should definitely read The Phoenix Project, and that the end of Windows 2008 support is a hot issue in his world right now. Hear what he has to say about all those things and more on this episode...2019-05-2933 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp78: Half a Million SKUs and Counting, with Jeff AdenHow do you make the right decisions about moving to the cloud when there are over half a million SKUs in AWS alone? In this week's episode, Jeff Aden of 2nd Watch explains how AWS has changed, how moving to the cloud is helping some companies save a LOT of money, and where the cost savings opportunities are for others that haven't made the move yet. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2019-05-1725 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp77: Moving to the Cloud, with Javed SikanderYes, companies are still doing it. They're moving to the cloud--or continuing to move to the cloud--and sometimes they need help. This week we talk with Javed Sikander about how companies in different market segments are approaching cloud differently, why they're choosing different cloud providers, which companies are asking for hybrid solutions, and how his conversations with cloud customers are different now than they were five years ago. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2019-05-1035 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp76: AI at the Edge, with Simon CrosbyMore than 100 billion IoT devices will be shipped over the next 4-5 years, and those devices will generate an almost unimaginable volume of data. But we can't store it all in the cloud, and there aren't enough smart people to manage it all, so what happens with it? Simon Crosby says AI at the Edge is the answer, and he explains why in this week's episode of Cloud Unfiltered. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2019-04-3036 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp75: Wrapping our Minds around AIOps, with Bhanu SinghWhat can AI contribute in the context of Operations? Who uses it? What do they use it for? How does it work? And does it actually mean you'll soon be replacing your Ops team with an application? We talk about this and more on Episode 75 of Cloud Unfiltered. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2019-04-2438 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp74: There's got to be an easier way to get code into the cloud, with Joe DuffyJoe Duffy had been a software engineer for 20 years, but when he started working with container and serverless technologies he was stunned by the amount of time he had to spend learning obscure concepts and completing repetitive manual tasks. Convinced there had to be a better way, he started a multi-language, multi-cloud development platform called Pulumi. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2019-03-2629 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp73: A Serverless LAMP stack for Kubernetes? feat. Pete Johnson and Julio GomezPete Johnson has a side hustle. It's a serverless LAMP stack for Kubernetes that he calls FONK. In this episode we find out what FONK stands for, what it does, why Pete started it, and how it can make working with containers a whole lot more efficient all the way around. His main collaborator, Julio Gomez joins us as well to provide additional insight into how the project is moving forward and what problems it solves. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...2019-03-1638 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp72: AI-driven Decentralized IaaS is Here, with Geeta ChauhanSome places in the world simply aren't very well served by public cloud providers. Think most of Africa. Or South America. In those places, the distance between users and the nearest data center is great enough that latency becomes noticeable--and problematic. DeepCloud AI aims to address that problem by creating a network of unused compute and storage capacity that individual companies can make available to others in exchange for financial rewards. Can it work? And how will it work? We discuss that and more with DeepCloud CTO Geeta Chaun on this week's episode of Cloud Unfiltered! This is...2019-02-2124 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp71: A Unified, Open Source Framework for the Edge, feat. Arpit JoshipuraIn late January, the Linux Foundation announced the formation of LF Edge--an umbrella organization to establish an open, interoperable framework for edge computing independent of hardware, silicon, cloud, or operating system. In this episode, Arpit Joshipura explains why LF Edge was needed, who it serves, which projects are anchoring it, and how edge computing impacts a wider variety of industries every day. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2019-02-1431 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp70: Exploring the Cisco Hybrid Solution for Kubernetes on AWS, with Matt FergusonEstablishing an easy-to-use hybrid cloud that delivers a seamless user experience is virtually impossible if you go the DIY route. But the process gets a whole lot easier--and a whole lot faster--when you do it with the help of the recently announced Cisco Hybrid Solution for Kubernetes on AWS. In this episode we speak with Matt Ferguson of Cisco's Multicloud Integrations and Solutions Group about why Cisco collaborated with AWS on this project, which use cases the solution is best suited for, how it works on the back end, how it's supported, and where you can go today to try...2019-02-0743 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp69: Suite! Cisco CloudCenter Just Got a Whole Lot More PowerfulWhen you change a product so much that you decide a name change is appropriate as well, you must have a heck of a story to tell. And that's exactly what Jeremy Oakey does in this episode of Cloud Unfiltered. Recorded on the exhibitor floor of Cisco Live Barcelona, this discussion explores the new CloudCenter Suite's features, consumption models, use cases, and more. If managing cloud workloads in a more efficient manner appeals to you in any way, be sure to check it out. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other...2019-01-2934 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp68: Cisco Services to the Rescue, with David StanfordHow far into the cloud journey are most customers when they engage Cisco Services? What do they want help with? What percentage of their apps are ready to be moved to the cloud? And which apps are regularly problematic to move over? We'll answer these questions and many more on this week's episode of Cloud Unfiltered. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2019-01-1936 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp67: Harnessing the Power of Application Performance Management, with AppDynamicsWhat kind of gremlins lurk within the millions of lines of code that comprise your company's applications? Are they slowing transactions down? Causing your applications to use more capacity than they'd otherwise need? Stressing the system in ways that create a poor customer experience? Application Performance Management tools help you establish baselines for your environment, set thresholds for alerts, and give you the visibility you need to stay ahead of any problems those gremlins may create before they can do any damage. Today we speak with Kyle Tyacke, Ravi Lachhman, and Marco Coulter of the AppDynamics...2018-12-2236 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp66: Brandon Philips on etcdThe grand finale of our KubeCon/CloudNativeCon series features Brandon Philips, CTO of CoreOS at RedHat. In this discussion he gives us the lowdown on newly-admitted CNCF incubator project etcd! Never heard of etcd? Take a few minutes to find out how this project has become an integral part of pretty much all Kubernetes clusters. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-12-1432 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp65: Kubernetes for Noobs (Noobernetes 101), with Neependra Khare and Karthik GaekwadNew to Kubernetes? Then Noobernetes is for you. Neependra and Karthik are known for their wildly popular Kubernetes 101 classes on edX and Lynda.com. Today they talk through the ten most common questions they get from students who have taken those classes--as well as their best answers. If you're a Kubernetes noob (or know someone who is) this is the episode for you! This is the fourth episode in the KubeCon series. The links below will take you to some of the resources recommended during the show. http://bit.ly/k8s-courseshttps://www.edx.org/course...2018-12-1338 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp64: Evolving Legacy Systems to Kubernetes, with Lita ChoMigrating from legacy systems is time consuming, expensive, and risky--even if you're not a company that millions of people depend on for a ride. So what drove Lyft to make the move? How did they do it? And how did they manage to preserve service levels throughout the process? Lita explains it all in Part Three of our KubeCon/CloudNativeCon series. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-12-1333 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp63: Leigh and John's Excellent Encoding AdventureWhat do you do when your employer needs you to convert a huge catalog of music into new formats? You jump head-first into Kubernetes and build a scalable environment for executing batch and on-demand encoding workloads. At least that's what these guys did. Find out how they did it, what tools they employed, what they did right, and what they might have done differently. This is Day Two of the KubeCon series. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-12-1334 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp62: Cloud Jumping, with James BowesThis is the first episode in the series we're doing at KubeCon Seattle. In it, James explains how his company is jumping from one public cloud to another with the help of Kubernetes. He also covers why they're doing it and shares his top tips for anyone else contemplating such a move.Please forgive the dodgy audio. I'm working with some new audio equipment, and it may take a couple more shows to iron out the wrinkles. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to...2018-12-1221 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp61: Use Cases for Cloud at the Edge, with Matt CaulfieldHow is cloud at the edge going to make the world better? And does your business need to be worrying about it? On this week's episode we talk with Matt Caulfield about the reasons some companies will really want and need cloud at the edge, and why others will be just fine without it. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-12-0537 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp60: OpenStack's Edge Computing Group, with Ildiko VancsaIldiko is the ecosystem technical lead for OpenStack's Edge Computing Group. In this episode she explains how that group came to be, what it is trying to do, and why Edge was such a hot topic at the recent OpenStack Summit in Berlin. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-11-2840 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp59: Using StarlingX to Build the Mission-Critical Edge CloudStarlingX was just launched at the OpenStack Summit in Berlin. Tune in to this episode to find out what problems it solves, what features it offers, and how it could be used in a couple of very detailed use cases. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-11-2139 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp58: Exploring Network Service Mesh With Ed Warnicke And Frederick KautzDon't miss this episode! In it, one of our most popular guests--Ed Warnicke of Cisco--returns with Frederick Kautz of Red Hat to explain what the Network Service Mesh project is all about! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-10-3133 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp57: Successfully Navigating Waves of Innovation, with Lew TuckerHe's the VP and CTO of Cloud Computing at Cisco, he's the Vice Chairman of the Board for the OpenStack Foundation, and he's on the Board of Directors for both CNCF and the Cloud Foundry Foundation. Which is all to say that Lew Tucker is neck deep in cloud, and has seen it from a variety of different angles. In this episode he shares extraordinarily thoughtful insights and opinions on everything from OpenStack and Istio to the way we build applications and the importance of demo days. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss...2018-10-0647 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp56: Trekking the Serverless Landscape, with Krishnan SubramanianDo you have to choose between a serverless architecture and one featuring containers? If you want to do serverless, when is it appropriate? What is so great about Fargate? And how could "disposable applications" possibly be a good thing? Krishnan discusses these things and more on this week's episode of Cloud Unfiltered! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-09-2833 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp55: Security, Automation, and Cloud Adoption in Latin America, with Carlos Campos TorresCarlos Campos Torres is WorldWide Data Center Switching Technical Lead for Cisco. So why ask him about the cloud? Because cloud now impacts everything in the data center--and profoundly impacts the way our products are designed. In this episode Carlos talks about ACI Anywhere, about cloud adoption in Latin America, about the concept of Zero Trust, and much much more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-08-3036 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp54: Wisdom From The CloudDon -- Sriram SubramanianThe CloudDon is the analyst that enterprises around the world turn to when they're seeking expertise on AI/ML, IoT, and of course every variety of Cloud deployment. In this episode Sriram, Pete, and Ali discuss serverless vs. microservices, hybrid vs. multicloud, the importance of starting with the problem instead of the product, and much, much more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-08-2140 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp53: Tackling IT Modernization, with Robert StarmerShould you be containerizing your monolithic applications? If so, which ones, and how? Where do you get started with an IT modernization initiative? Who should lead it? How important is cultural transformation? And which principles should guide you? Robert answers these questions for a living in his job as Cloud Advisor and Founding Partner of Kumulus Technologies, and he very generously shares his wisdom on these topics and more on this episode of Cloud Unfiltered.Note: At one point in the show Robert mentions a book about micro services, but can't recall the name of the author. He...2018-08-0843 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp52: KubeCon and CNCF Update with Dee KumarGet the low-down on KubeCon Copenhagen, the preview of KubeCon Shanghai, and insight into what CNCF is doing to help developers and member companies succeed. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-07-1230 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp51: Building a User Group Everyone Wants to Join, with Lisa-Marie NamphyInvolved in the open source community? Then there's a very strong chance Lisa-Marie Namphy is touching your life in one way or another. As Community Architect for the SF Bay Area Open Infrastructure User Group (formerly the Bay Area OpenStack User Group), she has actively driven the growth of the group for years, and has had her hand in the creation and management of at least a dozen other open source user groups. In this episode, hear how she has made her user groups so successful, learn what you should and shouldn't put in a presentation if you're ever invited...2018-07-0339 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp50: Big Data, Containers, and Multiple Clouds, with Lars DanneckerWe heard SAP was working with Cisco to deliver one of their newest solutions (SAP Data Hub) on Cisco Container Platform. So we invited Dr. Lars Dannecker on to explain what the solution does and why the partnership made sense. He also shared a big data case study with us, gave us a great explanation of how Kubernetes works, and joined us in debating the difference between hybrid cloud and multicloud. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-06-2843 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp49: Sustainable Cloud Security, with Patrick CrowleyPatrick was a "dyed-in-the-wool" deep packet inspection guy until the day he had an epiphany and realized that pretty soon existing security approaches were going to run into unsolvable problems. His response to that ultimately became Observable Networks, which Cisco acquired last year. In this episode Patrick explains what sustainable security technology looks like (hint: a lot like Stealthwatch Cloud), how it works, how it fits into the larger Cisco security portfolio, and how it protects "the time and attention of its users." This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers...2018-06-2059 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp48: Kata, Kata, Kata! with Anne BertucioOpenStack Summit Vancouver is officially in the books, and one of the most exciting elements of the week was undoubtedly the release of Kata Containers, v1.0. In this episode, Anne Bertucio of the OpenStack Foundation, also Community Manager for Kata, explains where Kata came from, what Kata does, why the 1.0 release is such a big deal, and how it fits into the larger mission of the OpenStack Foundation. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-06-0731 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp47: Public cloud providers and team building tactics, with Ross JimenezRoss has worked at Compaq, HP, and Sandia Labs. He knows a whole lot about cloud and has a great reputation for building loyal, effective technical teams. Tune in to catch his insights and best practices. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-05-2342 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp46: Succeeding with Cloud, DevOps, and Big Data Initiatives, feat. Anoj WillyDo you ever wish you could just bring someone in that would tell you how to do this whole cloud thing right? A person with the expertise to explain where you should focus your energy, which technologies you should adopt, and how to change your company culture? Someone who already knows where the potholes on this cloud journey lie and who is equipped to steer you around them?Of course you do. And today you are in luck, because I just interviewed Anoj Willy, the CEO of Xentaurs. This is a public episode. If...2018-05-1546 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp45: The Automation Episode, feat. Alex Peay and Mike PlaceThis week, automation experts Alex Peay and Mike Place of SaltStack give us a quick history lesson on automation, explain the different automation approaches in play today, and list what to consider when automating any portion of your IT environment. They also touch on the next big automation opportunity, the latest release of Salt, and what’s coming at SaltCon. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-05-0834 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp44: Adventures in Application Integration with the Italian Data Center Dream TeamHow do Cisco CloudCenter, Tetration, and AppDynamics work together? Luca Relandini and Stefano Gioia explain. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-04-3031 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp43: Moving to the Cloud and Maximizing the Benefit of Professional Services, with Ann WallaceAnn currently works for Google as a Technical Cloud Consultant, and that's great, because she was able to tell us quite a bit about what Google Professional Services is and does. But she also worked for Nike for 14 years as a UNIX admin and cloud architect, so she was able to share some great tips about what the retail giant did right when they started moving over to the cloud. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-04-2428 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp42: Ilan Rabinovitch on SCaLE and data monitoringDid you go to SCaLE this year? It was just last month, but if you missed it, be sure to hear what founder and organizer Ilan Rabinovitch has to say about the keynote speakers, the crowds, and the reason he and his friends started the conference in the first place sixteen years ago. He also speaks about data monitoring (he works for Datadog), and shares some of the results from Datadog's annual container adoption study. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered...2018-04-1738 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp41: More on DevNet, and OMG What Have We Done with our Personal Data?This interview was supposed to be about what Cisco DevNet is doing for application developers--and a good part of it is--but it also wandered into a really interesting chat about data security and how we should manage our personal information online in an age where the legal acquisition of that information can be as damaging or more damaging than a black hat attack. We also talk about Ashley's own developer-focused podcast (The DevTools Podcast with Ashley Roach), and the perils of parenting in the digital age. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss...2018-04-0652 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp40: DevNet is on fire. Cisco's Hank Preston explains why.Four years ago, Cisco DevNet didn't exist. Today it's a vibrant, rapidly growing community, and DevNet Zones are quickly turning into the most popular areas at Cisco Live events. Tune in to hear Hank Preston talk about why that's happening and what the program has to offer. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-03-3036 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp39: An OpenStack Update from VMware's MarkVoelkerIn this episode Mark Voelker, Chief OpenStack Architect at VMware, talks about the newest features in VMware Integrated OpenStack (natch), but he also had a lot of interesting things to say about the 5G buildout that telcos and service providers are currently undertaking, the importance of spreading risk as a factor for choosing multiple cloud providers, and the latest, most exciting initiatives in the OpenStack world. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-03-2328 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp38: Dan Kohn on the Cloud Native Computing FoundationSit down with us this week to hear the Executive Director of the Cloud Native Computing Foundation talk about how CNCF got started, which projects are its fastest growing (besides Kubernetes), what the Foundation has to offer as far as training and certification, what you'll find on their interactive landscape, and what their Serverless Working Group is up to. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-03-1632 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp37: Roger Dickinson on Customer Experiences with Multicloud OptimizationHe's the artist behind Captain Cloud, so of course we asked all about how that started. But Roger is also a Cisco Technical Solutions Architect in the UK, which means he's got tons of insight into how very real customers are using cloud solutions right now, and what they're currently struggling with. Tune in to hear what he has to say on this week's episode of Cloud Unfiltered! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-02-2339 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp36: Pete Johnson explains the Cisco/Google partnershipWe needed to find somebody who could clearly explain what the Cisco/Google partnership is really all about, and man, did we hit the jackpot! Pete Johnson has been in on that project for a while now, and he does a terrific job of spelling out exactly why Cisco partnered with Google, what kind of customer is ideal for the Early Access Program, and how the technologies within the larger solution work to benefit both developers and IT Ops teams. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access...2018-02-1647 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp 35: Talking Cloud Native, with Justin GarrisonReady to learn a little more about Cloud Native? Justin Garrison wrote the book on the subject (literally!), so we thought he'd be a great person to talk about what cloud native is, which companies should and shouldn't try to go cloud native, and what to do if you want to get the whole cloud native thing right. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-02-0841 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp34: Jeremy Oakey explains the Cisco Container PlatformIn this episode, (conducted from an exceedingly warm little podcast booth at Cisco Live Barcelona), Jeremy explains what Cisco Container Platform is, how it works, why Cisco developed it, what role it plays in the Cisco/Google partnership, and what's coming next as we look down the road. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2018-02-0233 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp33: Getting a Handle on Your Multicloud Environment, with Shannon McFarlandWrestling with your organization's various clouds? Struggling to bring them all together into a centrally managed hybrid environment? Trying to decide whether to stick with native toolsets or use a third-party automation tool? Shannon McFarland feels you. As a Distinguished Engineer and a member of the Cloud CTO team, he spends a lot of time working to uncover and address the most common pain points enterprises are running into as they work their way down the multicloud path. Hear what he has to say about the most common challenges, the mistakes to avoid, and the methods he and his team...2018-01-2550 min
Cloud UnfilteredEp16: OpenShift and Open Source with Diane Mueller-Klingspor, Mike Duarte, & Michael WhiteReady to talk OpenShift? Diane and The Mikes are! In this episode they discuss the best ways to “lift and shift” legacy applications to the cloud, the new roles of developers and IT leaders in a DevOps environment, and the importance of persistence when you’re trying to change corporate culture. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cloudunfiltered.substack.com2017-08-1648 min