Stephen Foskett provides an in-depth analysis of the presentations and technological showcases at Tech Field Day during his December 18 appearance on Techstrong Gang. He focuses on the innovative uses of artificial intelligence in enterprise technologies, which were highlighted during the event. For additional insights and coverage on Tech Field Day, watch Stephen Foskett’s regular appearances on Techstrong Gang.
Techstrong Gang – November 19, 2024
In the November 19, 2024 episode of Techstrong Gang, hosts Alan Shimel, Bonnie Schneider, and Stephen Foskett review highlights from the recent AppDev Field Day 2 at KubeCon, as well as insights from an article indicating that DevOps engineers are advancing to management roles more quickly than their peers in IT. In the first section, Foskett discusses the presentations by SOUTHWORKS, Heroku, and Codiac, placing them in context with the overall DevOps and Platform Engineering space and giving more details on what was discussed. Watch Stephen Foskett on Techstrong Gang every Tuesday!
Techstrong Gang – September 24, 2024
In a recent appearance on Techstrong Gang, our own Stephen Foskett discussed the latest developments in edge solutions following Edge Field Day. The event featured VMware, Avassa, Tsecond, Zededa, and OnLogic showcasing their innovations in edge computing. VMware’s new platform, Avassa’s orchestration, Tsecond’s rugged storage, Zededa’s scalability, and OnLogic’s edge servers demonstrated the diversity of edge solutions. For more insights, check out Stephen Foskett discussing the event on Techstrong Gang with Alan Shimel, Mitch Ashley, and the rest of the gang!
Techstrong Gang – September 17, 2024
Stephen Foskett was a guest on the Techstrong Gang on September 17, where he discussed his observations from AI Field Day 5. Stephen provided an overview of AI Field Day, emphasizing its focus on practical applications of AI, such as productizing large language models (LLMs) and the development of AI agents that can automate processes, moving past the limited scope of chatbots. He also discussed advances in networking from Cisco and Arista, the radical new Ethernet fabric solution from Enfabrica, and the agentic AI platform created by Integrail.
App Modernization, a Measured Exercise or a No-Brainer?
Sulagna Saha reports on the delegate roundtable on the topic of app modernization lead by Paul Nashawaty at AppDev Field Day ADFD1 last month. Is modernization a judicious strategic move or an obvious necessity? Her article unpacks the complexities and risks associated with updating legacy applications, alongside the potential benefits of agility, scalability, and improved user experiences. Through this discourse, Sulagna aims to enlighten IT decision-makers on the careful deliberation required when contemplating the modernization of their application landscape.
Is There a Chief Resiliency Officer in Your Future?
In this LinkedIn Pulse article following AppDev Field Day, Alan Shimel contemplates the growing importance of corporate resilience in the face of disruptive events, questioning the necessity for dedicated leadership in the form of a Chief Resiliency Officer. He argues that the acceleration of digital transformation and the increasing complexity of IT environments make a strong case for such a role. Shimel’s article invites discussion on how organizations can best prepare for unforeseen challenges by prioritizing resilience strategy at the executive level.
The AppDev Tech Field Day Report: GCP Cloud Run Demo and a GKE Comparison
Alan Shimel reports from AppDev Field Day with a discussion of GCP Cloud Run and compares it to Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), elucidating key differences and use cases for developers. This comprehensive review offers insights into how each service can streamline cloud-native development and operations, assisting in making informed decisions for application deployment. The report serves as a valuable resource for understanding the nuances between fully managed serverless platforms and container orchestration systems within the Google Cloud ecosystem.
Google Cloud Cloud Run and GKE
In this LinkedIn Pulse article, Alan Shimel delves into the AppDev Field Day presentation of Google Cloud’s Cloud Run and Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), detailing the transformations they bring to cloud computing. He impresses upon his readers how Cloud Run simplifies container management with a serverless approach, while GKE offers a scalable and secure environment for Kubernetes deployments. Shimel’s analysis emphasizes the potential of these services to accommodate various developer needs, from automatic scaling to intricate orchestration, underscoring Google Cloud’s commitment to innovation in cloud services.
Alan Shimel
Founder and CEO of Techstrong Group. Serial entrerenuer with a background in cyber, DevOps and cloud.
