Best Freebsd Podcasts (2025)

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Startup Founder Lessons on Scaling Teams, Systems, and Culture with Kevin Henrikson 1:16:09

7d ago1:16:09

1:16:09

In this episode of Nerding Out with Viktor, host Viktor Petersson is joined by Kevin Henrikson, an experienced engineering leader who's worked with Zimbra, Microsoft, and Instacart, to share real startup founder lessons on how to scale engineering teams, build resilient systems, and manage growth through acquisitions.Kevin explains what founders of…

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Reimagining CI/CD and Engineering Culture at Scale with Vlad A. Ionescu from Earthly 1:10:06

19d ago1:10:06

1:10:06

In this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," host Viktor Petersson is joined by Vlad A Ionescu, founder and CEO of Earthly, to explore the realities of modern CI/CD pipelines, why developer experience remains fragmented, and how platform and security teams can work more effectively across organizations. Vlad outlines the origins of Earthly and how…

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Europe's Battle for Tech Sovereignty: Why OpenStack Matters 1:12:11

1M ago1:12:11

1:12:11

In this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," I'm joined by Johan Christenson, founder of Cleura, to dig into one of the most critical questions facing European tech today: how do we build a sovereign cloud that can actually compete? Johan brings decades of experience in open infrastructure and a front-row seat to the evolution of cloud computing. …

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Physical Pen Testing Secrets: Covert Building Infiltration Explained 1:09:19

2M ago1:09:19

1:09:19

In this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," Warren Houghton returns to pull back the curtain on the covert world of physical penetration testing. As a seasoned security expert from Pentest Partners, Warren shares his extensive experience in breaching physical security measures, offering listeners a rare glimpse into the methodologies and techniqu…

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Balena, IoT Security, and the Future of Connected Devices 1:06:14

2M ago1:06:14

1:06:14

Join host Viktor Petersson as he sits down with Marc Pous of Balena to explore the ever-evolving world of IoT, from remote management and fleet updates to security legislation and software bills of materials (SBOMs). Marc reveals how Balena pioneered container-based deployments on devices like Raspberry Pi, explains why over-the-air (OTA) updates a…

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Dustin Kirkland on Chainguard, Zero-CVE Containers, and Supply Chain Security 59:15

2M ago59:15

59:15

In this episode of Nerding Out with Viktor, host Viktor Petersson sits down with Dustin Kirkland from Chainguard for an illuminating discussion on modern supply chain security and container hardening. Drawing from his rich experience across tech giants like IBM, Red Hat, Canonical, and Google, Dustin shares invaluable insights into the evolution of…

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Pentesting 101: Hacking Legally with Warren Houghton 1:01:25

3M ago1:01:25

1:01:25

In this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," Warren Houghton from Pentest Partners joins Viktor to explore the fascinating world of professional penetration testing. As they delve into the intricacies of "legal hacking," Warren shares invaluable insights into the methodologies, tools, and best practices that define ethical hacking in today's cyber…

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A deep dive into the SBOM format SPDX with Kate Stewart and Gary O'Neall 50:14

3M ago50:14

50:14

In this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," Kate Stewart from the Linux Foundation and Gary O'Neall, a long-time SPDX contributor, join Viktor to explore the evolution and impact of SPDX (Systems Package Data Exchange) in software transparency. The conversation traces SPDX's journey from its origins in license compliance to its current pivotal ro…

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End of Season One, and a Message from Alex Booker 8:42

3M ago8:42

8:42

So this is goodbye. But do not unsubscribe! It's the end of what will now be known as Season One of the Scrimba podcast! And Alex Booker is stepping down as its host. Over the past 160+ episodes, we have helped you learn to code and land your first job in tech. If you've missed any episodes, now is the time to go and listen to them. If you're new t…

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Building an Open Vehicle Control System using Elixir and Nerves with Marc, Thibault, and Loïc 54:19

4M ago54:19

54:19

For the Season 13 finale, Elixir Wizards Dan and Charles are joined by Spin42 Engineers Marc Lainez, Thibault Poncelet, and Loïc Vigneron to discuss their work retrofitting a 2007 VW Polo and creating an Open Vehicle Control System (OVCS). Using Elixir, Nerves, and Raspberry Pis, the team is reimagining vehicle technology to extend the lifespan of …

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Creating Horizon: Deploy Elixir Phoenix Apps on FreeBSD with Jim Freeze 44:48

4M ago44:48

44:48

The Elixir Wizards welcome Jim Freeze, organizer of ElixirConf and creator of the Horizon library. Jim shares his journey from organizing Ruby conferences to founding and growing ElixirConf into the community cornerstone it is today. He reflects on the challenges of running a major conference, how COVID-19 shaped the event, and why the talks remain…

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Telemetry & Observability for Elixir Apps at Cars.com with Zack Kayser & Ethan Gunderson 42:39

5M ago42:39

42:39

Zack Kayser and Ethan Gunderson, Software Engineers at Cars Commerce, join the Elixir Wizards to share their expertise on telemetry and observability in large-scale systems. Drawing from their experience at Cars.com—a platform handling high traffic and concurrent users—they discuss the technical and organizational challenges of scaling applications…

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Scaling the Daylite Apple-Native CRM Using Elixir with AJ 52:21

5M ago52:21

52:21

AJ (Alykhan Jetha), CEO and CTO of Marketcircle, joins the Elixir Wizards to share his experience building and evolving Daylite, their award-winning CRM and business productivity app for Apple users. He details his experiences as a self-taught programmer and how Marketcircle has navigated pivots, challenges, and opportunities since its founding in …

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All things ZFS and FreeBSD with Allan Jude 1:18:17

5M ago1:18:17

1:18:17

In a captivating deep dive into the world of advanced storage systems, Viktor welcomes ZFS expert and FreeBSD developer Allan Jude to explore the intricate landscape of modern filesystem architecture. This episode of Nerding Out with Viktor peels back the layers of enterprise storage solutions, offering listeners a masterclass in both theoretical f…

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Creating the Castmagic AI-Powered Content Workflow Platform with Justin Tormey 35:40

5M ago35:40

35:40

Justin Tormey, co-founder of Castmagic, joins the Elixir Wizards to discuss building an AI-powered content creation app. Castmagic repurposes audio and video into social media posts, blog articles, newsletters, and more. The tech stack leverages OpenAI and Anthropic LLMs with Elixir as the coordination layer and Phoenix LiveView powering the front …

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Creating the Standd AI-Native Due Diligence Platform with Stephen Solka 48:44

5M ago48:44

48:44

Stephen Solka, CTO and co-founder of Standd.io, joins Elixir Wizards Owen and Charles to share the journey of building an AI-native deal intelligence and due diligence platform. Designed to streamline document analysis and text generation for venture capital firms, Standd.io leverages large language models and AI tools to address key customer pain …

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Hacking airplanes, ships and IoT devices with Ken Munro 1:06:14

5M ago1:06:14

1:06:14

In this thrilling episode of Nerding Out with Viktor, host Viktor Petersson is joined by Ken Munro, a leading figure in cybersecurity and an expert in penetration testing. Together, they dive into the hidden world of aviation cybersecurity, shedding light on the challenges, discoveries, and unexpected vulnerabilities that exist within modern aircra…

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Creating the WebAuthn Components Library for Phoenix LiveView Apps with Owen Bickford 57:32

6M ago57:32

57:32

Today on Elixir Wizards, Owen Bickford, fellow Wizard and creator of the WebauthnComponents library, joins us to talk about building passwordless authentication for Phoenix LiveView applications. Owen walks us through the evolution of authentication—touching on everything from plain text passwords to multi-factor setups—and explains the security fl…

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Creating a Terrestrial Telescope using Nerves & LiveView with Lucas Sifoni 49:56

6M ago49:56

49:56

Today on Elixir Wizards, indie developer Lucas Sifoni shares his experience prototyping a remote-controlled terrestrial telescope using Elixir, Nerves, Rust, and various hardware components. Lucas explains the basic components of a telescope, the challenges he faced during the development process, and the benefits of using Elixir and Nerves for har…

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From Passwords to Passkeys: Exploring the Future of Authentication with Massi Gori 1:04:29

6M ago1:04:29

1:04:29

In this enlightening episode of Nerding Out with Viktor, Viktor Petersson welcomes authentication expert Massi Gori to delve deep into the ever-evolving world of digital identity and security. Massi, a seasoned product manager at Canonical, brings over 17 years of experience in identity management, from foundational protocols like LDAP and Kerberos…

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Creating a Local-First Offline-Enabled LiveView PWA with Tony Dang 48:18

6M ago48:18

48:18

Today in the Creator’s Lab, Tony Dang joins Elixir Wizards Sundi Myint and Owen Bickford to break down his journey of creating a local-first, offline-ready to-do app using Phoenix LiveView, Svelte, and CRDTs (Conflict-free Replicated Data Types). Tony explains why offline functionality matters and how this feature can transform various apps. He sha…

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Creating VintageCell: Nerves, PCBs, and GenStateMachine with Bryan Green 28:58

6M ago28:58

28:58

Today on Elixir Wizards, Bryan Green shares how he transformed a vintage 1930s rotary phone into a fully functional cell phone using Elixir, Nerves, and a mix of hardware components. Bryan shares the highs and lows of his project, from decoding rotary dial clicks to troubleshooting hardware issues with LED outputs. He explains why Nerves was the pe…

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SBOMs, CycloneDX, and Software Security with Steve Springett 1:12:05

6M ago1:12:05

1:12:05

In this episode of Nerding Out With Viktor, host Viktor Petersson sits down with Steve Springett, a leading figure in the world of Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs) and the primary maintainer of CycloneDX, to explore the evolving landscape of software security and SBOMs. Steve shares his journey into the SBOM space, starting with his early experie…

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Creating the Igniter Code Generation Framework with Zach Daniel 52:55

7M ago52:55

52:55

To kick off Elixir Wizards Season 13, The Creator's Lab, we're joined by Zach Daniel, the creator of Igniter and the Ash framework. Zach joins hosts Owen Bickford and Charles Suggs to discuss the mechanics and aspirations of his latest brainchild, Igniter—a code generation and project patching framework designed to revolutionize the Elixir developm…

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RFID Hacking with Iceman: Exploring the Intricacies RFID Security 1:07:03

7M ago1:07:03

1:07:03

In this episode of Nerding Out with Viktor, I sit down with Iceman, a well-known figure in the RFID hacking community. You might have caught one of his DEFCON talks, where he's done some groundbreaking work in RFID security. Today, we're diving deep into RFID technology, hacking techniques, and security vulnerabilities that many of us take for gran…

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Uncovering Firmware Security: A Deep Dive with Binarly's Philipp Deppenwiese 1:00:20

7M ago1:00:20

1:00:20

In this episode of Nerding Out with Viktor, host Viktor Petersson sits down with Philipp Deppenwiese, Head of Solution Engineering at Binarly, to delve into the critical yet often overlooked world of firmware security. As they explore the unique challenges of firmware and BIOS, Viktor and Philipp shed light on the importance of transparency in the …

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Why Open Source Can Be the Perfect Place for New Developers – and How to Get Started, with Deb Goodkin from the FreeBSD Foundation 43:12

7M ago43:12

43:12

Meet Deb Goodkin! Deb is the Executive Director of the FreeBSD Foundation. The Foundation supports the FreeBSD project and community. FreeBSD is a powerful open-source operating system known for its reliability and security and used by companies like Netflix to power their servers and networks. With a strong background in engineering, Deb is passio…

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Unpacking Docker's Journey: Justin Cormack on DevOps, Containerization, and the Future of Wasm 1:27:15

8M ago1:27:15

1:27:15

In this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," Justin shares his unique insights on the evolution of Docker, the containerization pioneer. He reminisces about the early days of the London DevOps scene and its significant role in shaping the global community. The conversation delves into Docker's origins, highlighting the challenges and rapid rise to…

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Tangible Benefits: Why AI Is Here to Stay and How New Developers Can Find the Right Balance, with Sam Julien from Writer 44:53

8M ago44:53

44:53

Meet Sam Julien 🇺🇸! Sam is a director of Developer Relations at Writer, a teacher, and the author of Getting Started in Developer Relations. He loves helping people level up their developer advocacy or web development jobs. Recently, he became interested in AI engineering. And in this episode, you'll find out why you should, too! Sam will teach you…

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Exploring the Future of AI: Luke Marsden Unveils Helix and the Open Source Revolution 1:20:42

8M ago1:20:42

1:20:42

In this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," Viktor dives deep into the world of artificial intelligence with Luke Marsden, an AI expert and visionary behind Helix. The conversation explores the rapidly evolving landscape of large language models (LLMs), the impact of OpenAI's ChatGPT, and the rise of open-source AI alternatives. Luke sheds light …

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Daniel Stenberg on Curl's Journey: From C64 Demos to Internet Transfers 1:08:31

9M ago1:08:31

1:08:31

On this engaging episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor", Viktor sits down with Daniel Stenberg, founder of the widely adopted command-line tool Curl, to discuss his fascinating journey from early programming days on Commodore 64 and Amiga to creating a tool that has become indispensable for developers worldwide. Daniel shares insights into maintainin…

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SBOMs and Cybersecurity: A Deep Dive with Allan Friedman 1:26:19

9M ago1:26:19

1:26:19

On this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor", we dive into the world of cybersecurity with special guest Allan. He shares his expertise on CISA, the civilian government's critical infrastructure defense and security agency, highlighting its role in safeguarding American society. We also explore the concept of Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs), the…

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Elixir Wizards X Thinking Elixir ElixirConf 2024 Hype-isode 59:50

9M ago59:50

59:50

The Elixir Wizards and Thinking Elixir podcasts join forces to bring you a special hype-isode for ElixirConf 2024 in Orlando, Florida. Hosts Owen, Sundi, David, and Mark discuss their favorite moments from past conferences and offer a sneak peek into what this year's event has in store. From insightful training classes to thought-provoking talks on…

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Learn to Advocate for Yourself with Developer Advocate Rizel Scarlett 37:19

10M ago37:19

37:19

Meet Rizel Scarlett 🇺🇸! Rizel is a Staff Developer Advocate at TBD. She's also a career changer, software engineer, and community builder! Rizel dropped out of psychology studies after running out of money. Then she went into IT support, then into coding, and then realized that, after working in an organization that teaches women and non-binary peo…

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Past, Present, and Future of Computing with Bryan Cantrill, CTO of Oxide Computer Company 1:23:29

10M ago1:23:29

1:23:29

In this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," Bryan Cantrill, CTO and co-founder of Oxide Computer Company, joins Viktor Petersson for a thought-provoking conversation about the future of cloud infrastructure. Bryan shares his expertise on DTrace, a game-changing system monitoring tool he pioneered at Sun Microsystems, which emphasized observation …

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Career Progression Decoded: Angie Jones' Expert Tips for Entering the Tech Industry and Forging Your Unique Path 41:32

10M ago41:32

41:32

Meet Angie Jones 🇺🇸! Angie is a veteran software developer currently working as a global Developer Relations executive at TBD. Before that, she worked as an automation engineer at Twitter and as a software engineer and master inventor at IBM (where she worked for nine years)! Angie is also a teacher and an international keynote speaker who has auth…

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Scrimba v2 is Here! Create Your Own Scrims, Use the Advanced Code Editor, and Learn Coding the Right Way, with Per Borgen 31:03

10M ago31:03

31:03

Scrimba v2 is here! And you probably already know this if you've visited our website recently. Scrimba cofounder and CEO Per Borgen 🇳🇴 is joining us to reveal what this update is all about. You might have noticed the redesign - but the update is not just on the surface. Scrimba has been rewritten from the ground up to support further development, a…

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Unlocking Firmware Secrets with Christian Walter: BIOS Vulnerabilities & Security Insights 1:04:03

10M ago1:04:03

1:04:03

In this captivating episode of Nerding Out with Viktor, Christian Walter from 9Elements shares his expertise on firmware and hardware security, diving deep into vulnerabilities, BIOS security, and open-source firmware advancements. As a leading expert in the field, Christian brings years of experience in IT security, hardware security, and firmware…

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Exploring the Depths of Linux and Open Source Innovation with Mark Shuttleworth 1:04:11

11M ago1:04:11

1:04:11

In this episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," join Viktor as he delves into the world of Linux and open source with Mark Shuttleworth, founder of Canonical and Ubuntu. This insightful conversation takes listeners on a journey through Mark's storied career, from pioneering space tourism to shaping the Linux ecosystem with Ubuntu. Mark shares his exp…

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The Four Stages of Interviewing: How to Conquer the Hiring Process Step by Step, with Ryan Talbert 42:55

11M ago42:55

42:55

Meet Ryan Talbert 🇺🇸! Ryan studied entrepreneurship and had an idea for an app. To build it, he hired a developer who scammed him and used his server for phishing! But that was also the best thing that could've happened: Today, Ryan is a developer, passionate about JavaScript, and helping other career switchers break into tech. Oh, and he wrote a b…

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What's New in React 19 (and What That Means for You), with Dev Agrawal 40:19

11M ago40:19

40:19

Meet Dev Agrawal 🇮🇳🇺🇸! Dev is a software developer, developer advocate, content creator, and A React expert deeply ingrained in the React community. The last time he was on the show, we tried to find an answer to the question of whether we should still be learning React in 2024 - the community was divided! Today, we’re talking about React 19. React…

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Transforming Tech with Eben Upton: Exploring Raspberry Pi's Global Impact from Education to Industry 1:21:39

11M ago1:21:39

1:21:39

In this captivating episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," Viktor engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Eben Upton, the visionary behind Raspberry Pi. As they delve into the inspiring story of Raspberry Pi's evolution from an educational tool to its significant impact on various industries, including digital signage solutions like Screenl…

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"The Past is Your Teacher" with Alicia Brindisi and Bri LaVorgna 32:56

11M ago32:56

32:56

It’s the season finale of Elixir Wizards Office Hours! SmartLogic’s Project Manager Alicia Brindisi and VP of Delivery Bri LaVorgna join host Dan to delve into the agile ceremony of retrospectives. They explore the vital role of retrospectives in Agile project management and unveil practical strategies for enhancing their effectiveness. Alicia and …

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The Secret to a Meaningful Portfolio: Solve a Real-world Problem, with Scrimba Student Kevin 35:27

11M ago35:27

35:27

Meet Kevin Tanzyl! Originally from New Zealand, Kevin moved to Japan to become an English teacher. But after a while, he felt like he hit a plateau. Kevin then tried coding, and after a sting in the infamous tutorial hell, he discovered Scrimba. While learning to code, he made a React app for English teachers, which is still used in Japanese school…

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"So You've Been Hired" with Emma Whamond and Micaela Cunha 46:06

11M ago46:06

46:06

In Office Hours Episode 10, SmartLogic’s newest developers, Emma Whamond and Micaela Cunha, join Elixir Wizard Owen Bickford to discuss their onboarding experiences, joining a new engineering team, and navigating an unfamiliar codebase. They share tips and challenges on learning new programming languages like Ruby and Elixir while ramping up for ac…

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"No" Is Always Guaranteed... So Strive for a "Yes", with the Coding Mermaid Monica Fidalgo 43:00

11M ago43:00

43:00

Meet Monica Fidalgo 🇵🇹! Monica is a front-end product engineer at Cloudflare, an advocate for new developers and women in tech, as well as a teacher, mentor, and resume reviewer. Her path to tech wasn’t straightforward: she originally studied marine biology and was a licensed scuba diver! Monica's life took a dramatic turn when she was involved in …

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Demystifying eBPF with Liz Rice: A Deep Dive into Kernel Programming and Security 51:27

12M ago51:27

51:27

In this enlightening episode of "Nerding Out with Viktor," esteemed guest Liz Rice shares her expertise on eBPF, a powerful kernel programming technology that's transforming the security and observability landscape. As a leading voice in the eBPF community, Liz offers insights into its evolution from a packet filtering tool to a dynamic kernel beha…

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Senior Software Engineer at Netflix, Shaundai Person: Here's How to Sell Yourself (and Believe in the Product 😉) 50:27

12M ago50:27

50:27

Meet Shaundai Person 🇺🇸! Shaundai is a senior software engineer at Netflix, but she hasn't always been a coder. She studied entrepreneurship and had a long, successful career in sales. After a decade in sales and running her own business, Shaundai discovered coding through customizing her business's Shopify website. Shaundai realized she was ready …

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"From Inspiration to Execution" with Camber Griffin 45:03

12M ago45:03

45:03

In Episode 9 of Elixir Wizards Office Hours, we dive into task writing and backlog grooming, transforming ideas from the discovery phase into actionable tickets. Join SmartLogic Developer Camber Griffin and hosts Dan Ivovich and Owen Bickford as they explore the intricacies of task writing, ticket grooming, estimation, and backlog management in the…

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"DevOps: From Code to Cloud" with Dan Ivovich 43:43

12M ago43:43

43:43

In Elixir Wizards Office Hours Episode 8, hosts Sundi Myint and Owen Bickford lead an engaging Q&A session with co-host Dan Ivovich, diving deep into the nuances of DevOps. Drawing from his extensive experience, Dan navigates topics from the early days before Docker to managing diverse polyglot environments and optimizing observability. This episod…

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