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

  • Episode 483: [AGPL does not close deals for you]

    September 6th, 2024  |  1 hr 2 mins

    This week, we discuss Intel's challenges, Elastic's adopting the AGPL, and getting AI to introduce itself. Plus, some thoughts on a gesticulating flâneur using a speakerphone in public.

  • Episode 482: Tip Jar Economy

    August 30th, 2024  |  1 hr 15 mins

    This week, we discuss our AI usage, recap key announcements from VMware Explore, and examine RedMonk's analysis of how open-source licensing impacts revenue and market cap. Plus, some thoughts on power bricks.

  • Episode 481: There Never Was a Rug

    August 23rd, 2024  |  1 hr 9 mins

    This week, we discuss CockroachDB's relicensing, the ongoing debate about remote work, and platform engineering. Plus, some thoughts on the use of speakerphones in public.

  • Episode 480: No offsite content

    August 16th, 2024  |  1 hr 16 mins

    This week, we revisit our 2021 Intel CEO predictions, discuss Hyperscaler AI investment concerns and debate LinkedIn content. Plus, which products could thrive if Google were broken up?

  • Episode 479: Packing Cube Victory

    August 9th, 2024  |  1 hr 16 mins

    This week, we discuss what people buy for Kubernetes, the latest cloud earnings, enterprise product management, and health records coming to apps. Plus, why I-95 is the most important U.S. interstate.

  • 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.

  • 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!

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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!

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Episode 470: Paul Yuknewicz on Serverless

    June 7th, 2024  |  36 mins 57 secs
    interview

    Matt interviews Paul Yuknewicz, Product Leader for Azure Serverless. They discuss Azure Functions, Dapr, WASM, and security. Plus, Matt explains rhyming Australian slang in the aftershow.

  • Episode 469: Amanda K. Silver on Developer Tools

    May 31st, 2024  |  46 mins 31 secs
    interview

    Matt interviews Amanda K. Silver, Corporate Vice President in the Developer Division at Microsoft. They discuss the latest developments with Visual Studio Code, GitHub Copilot, and why developers only want to see live demos. Plus, some thoughts on tiny houses and Murphy beds vs. hammocks.

  • 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.