Brandon Whichard
Co-Host of Software Defined Talk
Brandon Whichard has hosted 451 Episodes.
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Episode 478: Beware of the Llama
August 2nd, 2024 | 1 hr 6 mins
This week, we discuss Meta making Llama "open source," Microsoft (over)investing in AI, and AWS doing some spring cleaning. Plus, a lightning round and lamenting the end of Southwest Airlines' open seating.
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Episode 477: We’re an N-1 Organization
July 26th, 2024 | 1 hr 10 mins
This week, we discuss the CrowdStrike outage, FinOps data exports, and the state of open-source forks. Plus, Matt shares some exciting exclusive news about his future!
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Episode 476: Bring a point of view
July 19th, 2024 | 1 hr 40 mins
This week, we discuss Google possibly buying Wiz, why "meta work" leads to too many meetings, and why it took forty years to get spell check in Notepad. Plus, we share some thoughts on enjoying your vacation.
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Episode 475: Calendar Math
July 12th, 2024 | 1 hr 10 mins
This week, we discuss Mary Meeker's AI & Universities report, the CD Foundation's State of CI/CD Report, and share a few thoughts on DevRel. Plus, Coté gets fiber and is forced to watch soccer.
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Episode 474: There’s at least a road to Nirvana
July 5th, 2024 | 1 hr 33 secs
This week, we explore the reasons behind the slowdown in DevOps adoption, compare open-source and proprietary foundation models, and discuss how AI might simplify CI/CD implementation. Additionally, Matt takes on an Australian history quiz.
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Episode 473: RESOLVED: Unscheduled Outage
June 28th, 2024 | 50 mins 50 secs
This week, we discuss the 5 key trends from Bessemer’s State of the Cloud 2024 report. Plus, Matt makes a stock pick for the next 10 years!
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Episode 472: Speaking of Goat Rodeos
June 21st, 2024 | 59 mins 35 secs
This week, we discuss Forrester’s LLM Wave, Nvidia's Market Cap Dilemma, and why everything is code. Plus, Matt Ray explains more about Australian slang.
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Episode 471: The Gen X mascot is Fine Dog
June 14th, 2024 | 54 mins 28 secs
This week, we discuss the AI Hype Cycle, Apple Intelligence and other announcements from WWDC. Plus, Coté concludes the episode by using as many phrases as possible from Taylor’s Urgent/Optimistic Meeting Matrix.
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Episode 468: Learning to love Enterprise Software
May 24th, 2024 | 1 hr 4 mins
This week, we discuss Tanzu’s latest releases, Microsoft Build announcements, and the Raspberry Pi going public. Plus, thoughts on expense reporting systems and tablet kickstands.
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Episode 467: Multimodal
May 17th, 2024 | 1 hr 12 mins
This week, we discuss ChatGPT-4o, Google I/O Announcements, the impact of AI on smartphones, and executive shuffling at OpenAI and Amazon. Plus, we share some thoughts on how to plan your wedding.
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Episode 466: Great Grammarly
May 10th, 2024 | 49 mins 11 secs
This week, we discuss 451’s Generative A.I. Market Forecast, OpenAI launching a search engine and Apple’s new iPads. Plus, a look back at Microsoft acquiring Nokia.
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Episode 465: The Big Blue Burger Buffet
May 3rd, 2024 | 1 hr 21 mins
This week, we discuss IBM's intent to acquire HashiCorp, the state of Open Source Businesses, and the (slow) adoption of Continuous Integration. Plus, some thoughts on the end of non-compete agreements.
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Episode 463: Phishing License
April 19th, 2024 | 1 hr 8 mins
This week, we discuss OpenTofu’s response to Hashicorp, Salesforce potentially acquiring Informatica and the latest Kubernetes Market Size from IDC. Plus, when will Enterprise A.I. improve the DMV experience?
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Episode 462: Lifting Code
April 12th, 2024 | 1 hr 2 mins
This week, we discuss Matt Asay accusing OpenTufu of "lifting code" and recap the Google Next '24. announcements. Plus, we share some thoughts on camera placement and offer listeners a chance to get free coffee beans.
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Episode 461: Not illegal, works as designed
April 5th, 2024 | 1 hr 11 secs
This week, we discuss Redis Relicensing, Progress acquiring MariaDB and Microsoft unbundling Teams. Plus, Coté shares his Top 10 Tech and Productivity Wish List for regulators.
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Episode 459: Is Hello A Proper Slack Message?
March 22nd, 2024 | 1 hr 7 mins
This week, we discuss Kubecon EU, Nvidia’s hyper growth, having 55 direct reports and the Worldwide Container Infrastructure Forecast. Plus, is “hello” a proper slack message?