Transmitting a Single Frame Across the RF Medium from Keith R. Parsons
In his Ignite Talk, Keith R. Parsons delves into the intricate process of transmitting a single frame of data across a wireless access point, emphasizing the significant overhead involved. He explains that while factors like channel width and modulation coding schemes (MCS) can affect the payload portion of the transmission, the majority of the process […]
Probability of Collisions with Troy Martin
In this Ignite Talk, Troy Martin delves into the probability of collisions in Wi-Fi networks, drawing parallels to the unpredictability of lineups at theme parks. He explains that despite adding more capacity, the variability in arrival times still leads to congestion, similar to how Wi-Fi frames contend for transmission opportunities. Martin introduces the concept of […]
Falling Down a LLM Rabbit Hole with Ben Young
In this Edge Field Day Delegate Ignite Talk, Ben Young shares his journey into building a chatbot web interface, with a specific focus on creating a chatbot for the Veeam knowledge base articles using OpenAI models. Along the way, he delves into the concept of retrieval augmented generation (RAG) and the challenges of relying solely […]
Generative AI Tools – What Could Go Wrong? with Gina Rosenthal
In this Edge Field Day Delegate Ignite Talk, Gina Rosenthal discusses the promising growth of generative AI technology, which leverages machine learning to generate predictive data and discern patterns. However, she emphasizes the potential pitfalls associated with generative AI. The technology can perpetuate bias, particularly when trained on data from the internet, which may have […]
Leveraging Generative AI for Accurate Career Path Predictions with Jim Czuprynski
In this Edge Field Day Delegate Ignite Talk, Jim Czuprynski introduced an innovative tool developed by his team that harnesses generative AI within Oracle databases. This tool draws from a data pool of 600,000 IT professionals’ profiles, offering not only predictive insights into an individual’s IT career but also a glimpse into how colleagues perceive […]
Bridging the IT Security Gap With Brian Knudtson
In this Edge Field Day Delegate Ignite Talk, Brian Knudtson discussed the communication challenges between IT and security teams in businesses. Typically, IT focuses on maintaining efficient information flow, while security prioritizes data protection and preventing breaches, often leading to the misperception of the security team as a “Department of No.” To foster effective collaboration, […]
A Real-World Approach to Intent-Based Networking and Service Orchestration
Intent-based networking is something that has a lot of mystique and buzz-words surrounding it. This talk explores the approach that ESnet took to build our service orchestration software suite as well as giving a few demonstrations of the software in action. This presentation is not an exhaustive explanation of how to build your own intent-based […]
Ignite Gestalt IT – Your Personal Brand by Janice Le
“What is your personal brand? Have you thought about who you are? Or what you stand for? What is your personal story? Join Janice Le as she talks about her own journey and life defining moments and how it has helped her build her own personal brand.”
The Real Game of Thrones Starring Cardinal Richelieu
In this Ignite Talk, John Troyer delves into the historical figure of Cardinal Richelieu, often depicted as a villain in popular culture, particularly in Alexander Dumas’ “The Three Musketeers.” Troyer argues that Richelieu, who served as the de facto Prime Minister of France in the 17th century, was a complex character who took drastic measures […]
Close Encounters with the Third Kind of Database
Gary Orenstein’s Ignite Talk, “Close Encounters with the Third Kind of Database,” addresses the evolution of databases and the need for a new type that merges transactional (OLTP) and analytical (OLAP) capabilities. He highlights the inefficiencies and frustrations associated with the traditional ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) process, which creates a gap between these two types […]
The Economics of Cloud or Why Amazon is Doomed (Maybe)
In his Ignite Talk, Justin Warren discusses the economic challenges facing Amazon, particularly focusing on the company’s low-margin business model. He explains the basic principles of microeconomics, highlighting the difference between high-margin, low-volume businesses like Apple and low-margin, high-volume businesses like Amazon. Warren points out that Amazon’s profitability heavily relies on AWS, which is costly […]
The Future of Work is Childs Play
Theo Priestley argues that the future of work should be informed by the younger generation, specifically children, rather than millennials. He shares insights from a project where he asked primary school children about their vision for the future workplace. The children envisioned practical and innovative solutions such as AI for productivity, multi-purpose work surfaces, renewable […]
Innovation and Football
Rob Whiteley’s Ignite Talk, “Innovation and Football,” draws parallels between the NFL’s handling of Tom Brady’s deflated ball scandal and the broader theme of innovation versus the status quo. Whiteley argues that the severe penalties imposed on Brady and the Patriots were less about the actual infraction and more about challenging established norms and refusing […]
9 Business Lessons I Learned From Baseball
In his Ignite Talk, Stephen Foskett draws parallels between baseball and business, highlighting nine key lessons. He emphasizes the unpredictability of both fields, noting that just as every baseball field varies in size and shape, business environments are also diverse and ever-changing. Foskett underscores the importance of patience, adaptability, and resilience, likening the need to […]
Who’s Pissing In Your Data Lake?
In her Ignite Talk titled “Who’s Pissing In Your Data Lake?”, Karen Lopez uses a humorous and vivid analogy to highlight the importance of maintaining data integrity and quality in data lakes. She recounts a real-life incident where a man urinated in a reservoir in Oregon, leading to the costly and unnecessary draining of millions […]