Cloud Control

Join host Shon Harris and special guest Nick Howell, Field CTO at NetApp, for a discussion about the future of data management and cloud computing. In this final episode of 2024, dive deep into the evolution of enterprise storage, the challenges of AI-driven data explosion, and NetApp's groundbreaking disaggregated ONTAP technology. From nuclear power in data centers to the transformation of healt...

In this episode of Cloud Control, host Shon Harris sits down with Jonathan LaCour, CTO at Mission Cloud and Python Software Foundation Fellow, to explore the evolving landscape of cloud computing and data management at scale. With over 25 years of experience in software development, Jonathan shares fascinating insights from his journey from early Linux adoption to pioneering cloud solutions. The c...

Join Cloud Control host Shon Harris and technology veteran Tolga Tarhan for an insightful exploration of cloud computing's evolution and the transformative impact of AI on infrastructure management. With 25 years of experience and former roles as CEO of Kibisi and CTO at Rackspace Technology, Tolga shares compelling perspectives on the industry's journey from physical data centers to cloud-native...

Join host Shon Harris and Michael Levan for an in-depth exploration of Kubernetes, open source communities, and the future of cloud native technologies. From Michael's journey through systems administration to becoming a Kubernetes release team member, this episode offers unique insights into how the container orchestration landscape has evolved. Discover behind-the-scenes details about the Kubern...

Today, Shon speaks with Randall Hunt, CTO of Caylent. From his unconventional journey starting as a NASA physicist to becoming a key player in MongoDB's early days and later at AWS, Hunt shares invaluable insights on cloud architecture, DevOps practices, and the future of tech leadership. This episode explores everything from maintaining developer passion after decades in tech to practical advice...

Join us for an insightful episode of Cloud Control as we dive deep into the world of hybrid infrastructure with Ali Zafar, VP of Engineering for Hybrid Infrastructure at Dropbox. From managing multi-exabyte scale data to navigating the complexities of AI integration, Ali shares his unique perspective shaped by experiences at tech giants like Tesla and Google. Discover the challenges and strategies...

In this episode of Cloud Control, host Shon Harris sits down with Matt Garrepy, Chief Digital Officer at Solodev, to explore the evolving landscape of cloud computing and digital experiences. From the early days of AWS adoption to the current trends in AI and blockchain, Matt shares insights on composable architectures, the MACH Alliance, and the future of enterprise software. Subscribe to Cloud C...

In this episode we are joined by Chris Aniszczyk, CTO of the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF). We deep dive into the impact The CNCF and Kubernetes are having on cloud computing, as well as the future outlook 10 years after the initial release. They also touch on the challenges of running large-scale events like KubeCon, the influence of enterprises on the next wave of Open Source Software...

On this episode of Cloud Control, we are joined by Kunal Kushwaha, Developer Relations Manager at Civo. With a rich background in software development, open-source projects, and community management, Kunal has taught thousands through his platform, WeMakeDevs, and has consulted numerous companies on their cloud journeys. Discover how Kubernetes can simplify multi-cloud environments and learn about...

In this episode, we cover how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the healthcare industry by enhancing intelligent infrastructure. You will learn all about how AI is being utilized to improve patient care, streamline operations, and facilitate innovative treatments. From predictive analytics in diagnostics to personalized patient management systems, we dig into real-world applications and t...

Shon sits down with Andrew Brown, CEO and founder of ExamPro. They discuss the transformative role of AWS certifications in cloud computing and explore the latest trends in educational technology. Andrew shares his insights on the impact of practical learning, the evolution of cloud education, and the promising future of AI in shaping industry standards. Subscribe to Cloud Control for the latest i...

Explore the intricate world of open source data solutions with Shon Harris and special guest Andrew Mills from Instacluster. Dive deep into Andrew’s extensive experience with Apache Kafka, discussing how it shapes event-driven architecture across industries. Gain insights into the challenges and successes of integrating open source solutions in corporate environments and the future of technology i...

This episode, Shon sits down with Chaitra Vedullapalli, co-founder and CMO of Meylah. We explore her transformative journey in the tech industry, her pivotal role in promoting gender equality through community-driven initiatives, and her innovative approaches to integrating technology with advocacy. Learn how Chaitra is reshaping the landscape for women in tech with her visionary leadership and st...

In this episode, Shon sits down with Dvir Mizrahi and Donal Bourke as they explore how financial engineering integrates with cloud technology. They unpack the transition from traditional finance roles into dynamic FinOps practices, highlighting challenges, strategies, and the profound impact on business and technology frameworks. Listen as they discuss the evolution of FinOps, its role in cloud ar...

In this episode, Shon sits down with Tammer Saleh, a seasoned technology expert, as he dives into his vast experiences across the tech landscape, from his early days navigating Linux to his pivotal role in platform engineering. This episode explores critical issues in the open-source community, the evolution and future of Kubernetes, and the complexities of maintaining robust tech infrastructures...

Join us as Charity Majors, co-founder and CTO of Honeycomb.io, delves into the intricacies of observability and its pivotal role in modern software development. Charity shares her unique journey from North Idaho to becoming a tech leader, discusses the transformative power of AI in observability, and addresses common misconceptions about the field. Join us as we look into a mirror bar to see how O...

Explore the insightful world of cloud and infrastructure with Yonit Gruber-Hazani, a seasoned engineer at Google. In this episode, Yonit shares her journey from the pioneering days of ICQ to shaping the future of public sector digital transformation. Dive into discussions on DevOps misconceptions, the evolution of cloud technologies, and the role of AI in managing complex systems.

This episode, Shon is joined by Simon Wardley, a pioneer of Wardley Maps and strategic thinking. Simon explores his journey from the foundational days at Canonical, shaping Ubuntu’s cloud dominance, to his groundbreaking work on mapping techniques that aid in anticipating technological shifts. Discover the critical role of open source in cloud computing, the impact of serverless architectures, and...

Listen in as we talk with Tim Crawford a seasoned advisor to C-Suite Technical leaders across different types of business from start ups to the enterprise to higher education. Listen as he and Shon discuss the Hybrid Cloud reality, Changes as open source evolves to a mainstay in Business Computing, and implications of high-profile acquisitions and mergers in the tech industry Subscribe to Cloud Co...

In this episode, Shon sits down with Marino Wijay, a trailblazer in open-source community engineering. Marino, with his rich expertise in Kubernetes, Istio, EBPF, and more, delves into the evolution of networking, infrastructure automation, and the cloud-native landscape. Join us as we uncover the secrets of full-stack networking, CI/CD pipelines, and the principles of infrastructure as code, all...

In this episode, we sit down with the legendary Bernard Golden, a pioneer with over three decades of experience in technology and cloud computing. Bernard, having shaped the cloud strategies for giants like Capital One and VMware, shares his unparalleled insights into digital transformation, the intricacies of DevOps, and the relentless pursuit of innovation in cloud technology. Subscribe to Cloud...

Industry analyst Jack Gold joins host Shon Harris to discuss the past, present, and future of AI, silicon, public cloud, data privacy, and more. They compare assisted vs artificial intelligence, analyze innovative and dangerous uses of AI, debate government regulation around privacy, and give predictions on the next big shifts in cloud computing. Gain unique insights from Jack's 45+ years working...

This episode, Shon and Phoebe speak with Rosemary Wang, a seasoned expert in infrastructure automation, as she shares her journey from networking and telecommunications to mastering the art of cloud migrations and infrastructure as code (IaC). Discover insights into the significance of networking knowledge in cloud automation, the transformative power of IaC, and the pivotal role of community and...

Welcome to 'Cloud Control,' the podcast where technology meets humanity, hosted by Shon Harris. In this riveting episode, we're joined by Bill Kleyman, a cloud architect and thought leader with a rich background in digital infrastructure. Originally from Ukraine and a music enthusiast, Bill shares his journey from network engineering to shaping the future of cloud computing. This episode delves in...

In this episode of Cloud Control, host Shon Harris engages with Yan Cui, an AWS Serverless hero and consultant, to explore the transformative world of serverless computing. Yan shares his journey from traditional infrastructure to serverless technologies, discussing the evolution of AWS and the pivotal role serverless plays in modern computing. They delve into practical applications, the impact of...