Software Defined Talk
A podcast about Enterprise Software and Cloud Computing that doesn't take itself too seriously.
About the show
Get ready for a weekly dose of all things Enterprise Software and Cloud Computing! Join us as we dive into topics including Kubernetes, DevOps, Serverless, Security and Coding. Plus, we’ll keep you entertained with plenty of off-topic banter and nonsense. Don’t worry if you miss the latest industry conference - we’ve got you covered with recaps of all the latest news from AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF).
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Episodes
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Episode 277: This episode was way better than I expected
December 23rd, 2020 | 1 hr 8 mins
This week we answer listener questions, recap the year’s top stories and make a few predictions. Plus, we select the slides of the year!
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Episode 276: I don’t understand how that works but I want to learn more
December 17th, 2020 | 1 hr 3 mins
This week we discuss the state of virtual events, recent AWS re:Invent Announcements and the SolarWinds Hack. Plus, is YouTube Premium worth it…?
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Episode 275: Your competition should not be your community
December 11th, 2020 | 1 hr 6 mins
This week we discuss CentOS going upstream, Kubernetes removes Docker support and who’s buying the AirPods Max. Plus, Coté critiques Apple’s Notes App.
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Episode 274: Can we start a Slack Channel to discuss this?
December 4th, 2020 | 1 hr 13 mins
This week we discuss Salesforce acquiring Slack and recap all the important announcements from AWS re:Invent. Plus, some advice on chopping onions and robot vacuums.
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Episode 273: Look at my iPad
November 27th, 2020 | 56 mins 19 secs
The week we preview AWS re:Invent, breakdown the latest CNCF Survey and discuss container adoption. Plus, a review of banking apps, Google Pay and an update on Coté’s quest to achieve the iPad Lifestyle.
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Episode 272: This time we’re doing it in green
November 20th, 2020 | 1 hr 4 mins
This week we discuss IBM buying Instana, highlights from Kubecon and the rise of Substack. Plus, Coté updates us on his quest to live the iPad lifestyle.
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Episode 271: The Defaults Lifestyle
November 13th, 2020 | 1 hr 2 mins
This week we breakdown Apple’s new M1 chip, the new MacBook Air and discuss why so many devs still use vi. Plus, a discussion about when to use the default Documents Folder.
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Episode 270: The Crossover Episode
November 10th, 2020 | 52 mins 18 secs
The Drunk and Retired Crossover Episode.
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Episode 269: I like the no friction
November 6th, 2020 | 59 mins 8 secs
This week we discuss Docker Hub's new rate limits, Tech Earnings and what Apple’s shift to ARM means for the industry. Plus, some advice on gaming for kids.
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Episode 268: Drew Firment on teaching the world to cloud
November 3rd, 2020 | 56 mins 37 secs
interview
Brandon interviews Drew Firment from A Cloud Guru. They discuss Drew's career, how Capital One embraced the cloud and A Cloud Guru's mission to teach the world to cloud. Plus, Drew offers advice on deciding which cloud certifications to get first.
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Episode 267: Databases are at the end of a network connection
October 30th, 2020 | 49 mins 26 secs
We discuss Zoom’s new phone system, debate the merits of Serverless and reflect on how SaaS has taken over the enterprise. Plus, Coté explains why he is trying to live the iPad Pro life.
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Episode 266: Dan Balcauski on sabbaticals, consulting and reducing product churn.
October 27th, 2020 | 1 hr 4 mins
interview
Brandon interviews Dan Balcauski from Product Tranquility. They discuss Dan's mid-career "mini retirement", what it's like to be a consultant and some strategies for B2B companies to reduce churn. Plus, Dan shares two of the most interesting places he visited on his trip around the world.
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Episode 265: Configuring DNS? Pull up a chair.
October 23rd, 2020 | 1 hr 8 mins
Coté, Matt and Brandon discuss the latest news from the Cloud Foundry and OpenStack conferences, Docker alternatives, Google getting sued and the downfall of Quibi.
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Episode 264: I poisoned the security well with my children
October 16th, 2020 | 54 mins 1 sec
Matt and Brandon discuss Hashicorp’s recent product announcements and Twilio buying Segment. Plus, Matt gives his thoughts on the new iPhone 12 mini.
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Episode 263: End of an Era
October 13th, 2020 | 48 mins 44 secs
Brandon is joined by JJ Asghar and they discuss the recent changes at Chef and what it means for the Chef Community going forward.
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Episode 262: It’s be a shame if something were to happen to that nice API implementation of yours
October 9th, 2020 | 51 mins 48 secs
This week, Matt and Coté talk about possible implications of the Google vs. Oracle fight over API stuff. YOU’LL NEVER GUESS WHAT MIGHT HAPPEN.