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 439: You’re always going to be mad
November 3rd, 2023 | 1 hr 16 mins
This week, we discuss Cloud Earnings, OpenCost, the Free Software Product License, paying for Social Media, and Apple's latest announcements. Plus, Matt begins the search for a new keyboard.
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Episode 438: This is a 20-year bug
October 27th, 2023 | 1 hr 5 mins
This week, we discuss Microsoft and Google Cloud earnings, the future of passwords, the validity of DORA Metrics, and share some thoughts on esoteric Excel bug fixes.
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Episode 437: The Let it Ride Lifestyle
October 20th, 2023 | 48 mins 54 secs
This week, we discuss Amazon embracing Microsoft Office 365, offer some SBF hot takes, and review the lessons Docker learned when building an open-source business. Plus, we share thoughts on the new Apple Pencil, USB-C, and some Tim Cook fan fiction.
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Episode 436: Understand what you’re measuring, or you’ll just get measurements
October 13th, 2023 | 1 hr 4 mins
This week, we discuss measuring developer productivity, Unity licensing backlash, and some follow-up on Wireless Emergency Alerts. Plus, thoughts on coconuts.
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Episode 435: SSH in a for loop but faster
October 6th, 2023 | 1 hr 7 mins
This week, we discuss paying ransom to cyberattackers, an overview of the "Infrastructure as Code" market, and remote worker productivity. Plus, Matt provides a review of the Raspberry 5 and shares his reasons for refusing to install the Global Entry Mobile App.
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Episode 434: Slides Benedict
September 29th, 2023 | 1 hr 3 mins
This week, we discuss Cisco's acquisition of Splunk, AWS's investment in Anthropic, and VC Market Overview Presentations. Plus, we share some thoughts on Dungeons and Dragons, as well as standardized testing.
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Episode 433: Are you telling me GitHub is a good name
September 22nd, 2023 | 50 mins 22 secs
This week, we discuss why everyone is envious of Google’s Internal Dev Tools, examine the state of Git, speculate about how 37 Signals plans to reinvent software licensing with ONCE, and share a few thoughts on the Salesforce CEO’s recent comments about work from home.
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Episode 432: Richard Seroter on Google Cloud Next ’23, Tech Newsletters and VMware
September 15th, 2023 | 46 mins 48 secs
interview
Brandon is joined by Richard Seroter, Director of Developer Relations and Outbound Product Management at Google Cloud. They discuss the key announcements from Google Cloud Next ’23, Richard's recommendations for a successful tech newsletter and VMware's impending acquisition.
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Episode 431: CEO Therapy Session
September 8th, 2023 | 47 mins 53 secs
This week, we discuss Netflix's DVD deprecation, the remote work debate, and how to fork an open-source project. Plus, thoughts on why Europe needs more ice.
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Episode 430: Exploring Governance and Compliance with Mike Long
September 1st, 2023 | 53 mins 49 secs
interview
Brandon interviews Mike Long, the CEO and Co-founder of Kosli. They discuss Mike's background, his experience as a DevOps Consultant, and the reasons behind starting Kosli. Plus, Mike offers a few tips about visiting Oslo.
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Episode 429: This is peak VMware
August 25th, 2023 | 48 mins 57 secs
This week, we discuss VMware’s Announcements, SUSE goes private and some thoughts on streaming services. Plus, Matt provides an update on the repercussions of spilled Orange Juice.
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Episode 428: Three steps into a 10k race
August 18th, 2023 | 1 hr 15 mins
This week, Brandon and Coté are joined by a special guest host, Brian Gracely. We discuss HashiCorp's transition to BSL and break down the recent interview with AWS CEO Adam Selipsky. Plus, some thoughts on the use of the word "orthogonal."
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Episode 427: You must be this tall to be a customer
August 11th, 2023 | 52 mins 12 secs
This week, we discuss Open Source licensing, Cloud Earnings and presentations without slides. Plus, Coté shares his minimal-tech vacation strategy and Matt Ray spills Orange Juice on his keyboard.
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Episode 426: There’s no more backpacks to buy
August 4th, 2023 | 57 mins 21 secs
This week, we discuss New Relic going private, Dell buying Moogsoft and digital transformation comes to Border Control. Plus, ideas for a last minute family vacation.
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Episode 425: Michael Kennedy on Python
July 28th, 2023 | 1 hr 7 mins
interview
Brandon interviews Michael Kennedy, host of Talk Python to Me and founder of Talk Python Training. They discuss Python’s rapid growth, replacing Excel Worksheets with Jypter Notebooks and why Python is the preferred language for AI. Plus, a few thoughts on podcasting and motorcycles
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Episode 424: William Morgan on Service Mesh, Linkerd and eBPF
July 21st, 2023 | 53 mins 15 secs
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Brandon interviews William Morgan, Buoyant CEO and creator of Linkerd. They discuss building cloud native platforms, the need for Service Mesh, Linkerd and eBPF. Plus, some thoughts on the rise of Rust as the preferred systems programming language.