Best Semaphore Podcasts (2025)

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Gou Rao on Agentic Systems in DevOps 25:33

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In this episode of Semaphore Uncut, Gou Rao—AI infrastructure veteran and co-founder of Neubird—joins Darko to explore how LLMs can support DevOps teams not just with suggestions, but with reasoning, context gathering, and real-time incident diagnosis. He shares the vision behind Hawkeye, Neubird’s “digital engineer,” and what it means to build age…

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Technical Tips: Unveiling the Semaphore Architecture - How It Works Under the Hood 24:18

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Today, we’re diving deep into Semaphore’s architecture with Radosław Woźniak, Software Architect at Semaphore. He’s here to break down the inner workings of our CI/CD platform — from its 30+ microservices to how a simple git push triggers a series of interactions across Semaphore’s infrastructure. Whether you’re a contributor looking to understand …

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Marcelo Calbucci on Strategic Product Thinking 24:55

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In this episode of Semaphore Uncut, Darko Fabijan welcomes Marcelo Calbucci—engineer, startup founder, and author of The PR FAQ Book. Marcelo shares insights from his time at Amazon, where he encountered a decision-making framework that changed how he thinks about product development: the PR FAQ. What starts as an internal press release quickly bec…

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Technical Tips: How to Scale CI/CD With Self-Hosted Agents 22:42

2M ago22:42

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In today's episode of Technical Tips, we’re joined by Semaphore engineer Lucas Pinheiro. He’s here to share insights on self-hosting agents — including the challenges our engineering team has faced and the solutions we've implemented to manage agents reliably at scale. Whether you're working with self-hosted systems or navigating cloud-specific hur…

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Patrick Debois on AI & DevOps: What’s Next? 26:03

2M ago26:03

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In this episode of Semaphore Uncut, Patrick Debois—Generative AI and DevOps specialist —joins Darko Fabijan to share his perspective on how AI intersects with DevOps, DevSecOps, and infrastructure as code. Patrick discusses everything from generative tooling to failure handling, and what makes this era of automation both exciting and risky. Like th…

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Technical tips: Top 10 Rules of Continuous Integration 17:01

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In this episode of Technical Tips, Tommy shares 10 expert tips to keep your CI pipeline fast and efficient. Learn how to improve performance, reduce errors, and ship quality software faster! Like this episode? Be sure to leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review on the podcast player of your choice and share it with your friends. 🎙️ This podcast is powered by Sema…

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S2: E21 Interview with BOOK/SPIRIT (Pete, Garrett, Micah) 39:00

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We Discuss: Having a first album as a live improv album The best new York bands Working with Colin Mohnacs The art of Yeji Moon Why Indie Sleeze is a dumb name Scranton, PA The concept of “big ghost energy” Bill DeBalsio’s real name Book/Spirit: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bookspiritband/ Bandcamp: https://bookspirit.bandcamp.com/ Semaphor…

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Ken Kocienda on Building AI You Can Trust 26:03

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In this episode of Semaphore Uncut, Ken Kocienda, co-founder and CTO of InFactory, joins Darko Fabijan to discuss how his company is building AI systems that are both useful and dependable. Ken, a veteran software engineer known for his work on Safari, iPhone auto-correct, and Apple’s UI innovations, shares his insights on how AI can move from a bl…

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S2: E20 Interview with Aidan Page (Husbands, Candlepin Records) 42:54

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We Discuss: Curating compilations Other labels he’s inspired by Open D tuning and The Tallest Man on Earth Baby Rat Studios (is where the heart is) The best Gene Hackman movies Husbands: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/husbands_bos/ Bandcamp: https://husbandsbos.bandcamp.com/ Candlepin Records: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candlepin_re…

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S2: E19 Interview with SALINE (Joe Sioufi) 41:56

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We Discuss: The magic of Criagslist The LA Hardcore scene The influence of Mogwai The best spiderman Why we always root for the underdog Saline: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saline.band/ Bandcamp: https://salinedrip.bandcamp.com/ Semaphore Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/semaphoremusic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@semaphorem…

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Technical Tips: 3 Steps to Fix Flaky Tests 8:30

4M ago8:30

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In this episode of Technical Tips, Tommy breaks down flaky tests—those unpredictable tests that pass sometimes and fail other times. Learn how to spot, manage, and fix them to keep your CI/CD pipeline reliable! Listen to the full episode or read the transcript on the Semaphore blog. Like this episode? Be sure to leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review on the pod…

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S2: E18 Interview with Matthew Molnar (Kissing is a Crime, Friends, MCYC) 1:10:18

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We discuss: The Art of Curation Being a Jersey kid going to shows in the 90s Why hardcore kids listen to shoegaze The best defunct Brooklyn venues The time when Urban Outfitters mattered The best part of Brooklyn to take a long walk in The best Amy’s Frozen vegan food The parallels between being a manager and a football coach Matthew Molnar: Instag…

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S2: E17 Interview with FLATWAVES (Tara Sullivan, Allie Lannutti, Stephen Edwards, Greg Foran) 56:17

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We discuss: Important Philly things (The non-debate of Wawa vs Sheetz, what even happens in ~western PA~, B&E in Centralia) The web of all the bands related to Flatwaves Working with Jeff Schroder The influence of Carlos D and Darcy Whether Rehoboth Beach is the best beach for goths Allie’s candle company GP Candle, the scents associated with the b…

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Lorna Mitchell on OpenAPI in Design-First Development 25:20

4M ago25:20

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A cornerstone of API development, OpenAPI offers a standardized format to define, design, and document APIs. Born out as open-source and embraced by tech giants like Google, Microsoft, and IBM, OpenAPI isn’t just a specification—it’s a shift toward interoperability, transparency, and developer empowerment. In this article, Lorna Mitchell, a leading…

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S2: E16 Interview with MINAXI (Shrenik, Liam, Steve, Thomas) 48:44

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We discuss: The band’s songwriting process Connecting with other South Asian musicians How visual art influences songwriting Albums vs singles Minaxi: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/minaxitheband Website: https://minaxitheband.com/ Semaphore Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/semaphoremusic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@semaphorem…

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S2: E15 Interview with STAY IN NOTHING (Axel and Dino) 43:49

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We discuss: The growth of the band Setting up a DIY tour in the US vs England vs Europe Playing in a band with your family What colors they associate with the band What would be in the center of their snow globe Stay in Nothing: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayinnothing/?hl=en All Links: https://linktr.ee/Stayinnothing Semaphore Links: Ins…

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Technical Tips: 8 Fixes for Faster CI/CD Pipelines 8:07

5M ago8:07

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In this episode of Technical Tips, Tommy tackles slow CI/CD pipelines with 8 tips to speed them up. Save time, cut costs, and boost your feedback loop. Tune in to supercharge your workflow! Want to explore CI? Check out Semaphore—going open-source soon! https://semaphoreci.com/blog/semaphore-is-going-open-source Listen to the full episode or read t…

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S2: E14 Interview with MAIN ERA (Willie, Gigi, Maeve, and Jack) 44:29

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We Discuss: The benefits and pitfalls of live recordings Who the best hockey sacker is The best places to plunder VHSs Answer the important question of Denny’s vs Waffle House v iHop Main Era: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justmainera/?hl=en Website: https://maineraband.github.io/ Bandcamp: https://mainera.bandcamp.com/ Semaphore Links: Inst…

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S2: E13 Interview with NATURAL VELVET (Corynne Ostermann and Spike Arreaga) 47:02

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We discuss: The double edge sword of being a musician and a visual designer for your own project Starting your own imprint Working with J. Robbins The influence of data-moshing Favorite Sailor Moon characters Favorite defunct venues and warehouse spots in Baltimore How to maintain longevity as a band Natural Velvet: Instagram: https://www.instagram…

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Cory O’Daniel on Infrastructure as Code 25:58

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Cloud adoption has outpaced the development of corresponding expertise in cloud operations, leading to a significant skills gap across the industry. In this regard, many organizations have had to abandon cloud initiatives because they lacked the necessary in-house expertise to manage them. As a result, critical projects are delayed, and costs and o…

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S2: E12 Interview with GRASS FED (Casey and Chanelle) 37:04

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We discuss: We talk about their recent name change Why it’s never been easier to start a band in Brooklyn The fact that Charlie Kaufman was a writer on Kung Fu Panda 2 Why skateboarders and roller skaters can be friends GRASS FED: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grass_fed.wav/ Bandcamp: https://grassfed.bandcamp.com/ Semaphore Links: Instagram…

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S2: E11 Interview with BLOODSPORTS (Sam Murphy and Jeremy Mock) 35:47

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We discuss: The Denver music scene Glen Branca and recording at Studio G What it’s like to grow up with musicians in your family The influence of the Muppets and Skymall Magazine Bloodsports: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bloodsportsonline/ Bandcamp: https://candlepinrecords.bandcamp.com/album/bloodsports Semaphore Links: Instagram: https://…

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Technical Tips: Continuous Delivery vs Continuous Deployment 9:18

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In this new Technical Tips episode, Tommy explores Continuous Integration, Deployment, and Delivery—three practices with the same goal: making software development faster and more reliable. Tune in as he explains the key differences and clears up the confusion! Listen to the full episode or read the transcript on the Semaphore blog. Like this episo…

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S2: E10 Interview with EYESHIELD (Logan Brennan) 34:06

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We discuss: What it’s like to run a label (Label of Goods) Wikipedia Roulette The Long Island Love/Hate of Billy Joel The influence of graphic design on music TWO WEEKS IN A ROW OF DUNGEON SYNTH?? Eyeshield: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eyeshield_ny/ Bandcamp: https://labelofgoods.bandcamp.com/album/dot-exe Semaphore Links: Instagram: https…

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S2: E9 Interview with SLOW QUIT (Nick Watter, Adam Straus, and Lauren Crosser) 54:50

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We discuss: Why everyone should listen to dungeon synth The band's shared love of Doom and all its tentacles A defense of bros Myers Briggs Personality Tests Slow Quit Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slow_quit/ Bandcamp: https://slowquit.bandcamp.com/ Semaphore Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/semaphoremusic/ TikTok: https://www.tik…

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S2: E8 Interview with DOSSER (Will Teague) 53:16

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I interview Will Teague of DOSSER. We discuss: the influence of video game soundtracks, the show Skins, and the Baltimore music scene on Will’s development as a musician; the importance of loud stage volume and stage production; and why the kids should be listening to incubus and Linkin Park Dosser Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dossermd/ Tik…

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Floor Drees on Building Sustainable Open-Source Ecosystems 26:04

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In this episode, Tembo.io Head of Education Floor Drees explains the need for a more collaborative and sustainable approach to open-source development. She will help us explore the current state of the Postgres ecosystem and the broader open-source community to point out the critical issues that need to be addressed to ensure the future of these vi…

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S2: E7 Interview with PUPPY ANGST (Alyssa Milman) 52:23

7M ago52:23

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I interview Alyssa from Puppy Angst from Philly! We discuss how searching for perfection can really undermine the creative process, what it means to let in others to your creative process, our shared love of @VitesseX, Tumblr inspo 💅🏾, and what is going on in the band's future. Puppy Angst Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/puppyangst/?hl=en TikT…

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S2: E6 Interview with HILLS TO HEIGHT (Mike Dautner) 43:47

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Hey Everyone, this is Siddhu from Semaphore! In today’s episode, I interview Mike from the band Hills to Height! We discuss Mike's love of Bob Dylan, our shared love of jazzmasters, the absolute ~joy~ of having a car in New York City, and the depressing nature of supporting sports teams that never win. Hills to Height Instagram: https://www.instagr…

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Technical Tips: Smoke Testing - Catch Bugs Early, Ship Faster 12:21

7M ago12:21

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In this episode of Technical Tips, Tommy breaks down smoke testing—a fast way to catch major software flaws early. Learn how it fits into your CI/CD pipeline, with tips, examples, and practical advice to get started. Listen to the full episode or read the transcript on the Semaphore blog. Like this episode? Be sure to leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review on t…

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S2: E5 Interview with DAZE (Nikki Mixon) 52:32

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Hey Everyone, this is Siddhu from Semaphore! In today’s episode, I interview Nikki from the band Daze! We discuss what the band has been up to lately, what the scene in Houston is like, and what Nikki has planned for the future (including playing at Sway Fest next week!) DAZE https://linktr.ee/dazetx Semaphore Links: Instagram: https://www.instagra…

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S2: E4 Interview with CLING RING (Travis Alvarado) 44:51

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Hey everyone, Siddhu from Semaphore here. Today, I interview Travis aka Cling Ring. Travis gets the honor of being my first interview of someone I have only met via the internet! In this interview, we talk about Travis’ predilection for the horror genre and the influence of Dungeons and Dragons on his creative output, talk about production techniqu…

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Rich Harris on the Future - and Past - of Web Development 24:14

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Web applications are increasingly transforming browsers into the primary interface for our digital lives. As we rely more on web applications for everything from work to entertainment, the responsiveness of these applications becomes paramount. Rich Harris, a former journalist and the mind behind Svelte, shares his insights into web development tec…

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S2: E3 Interview with STAR FUNERAL (Nikki Esposito) 45:34

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On today’s episode of the SemaFORECAST, I talk to Nikki Esposito, aka Star Funeral about her journey to becoming a confident leader of her own project! We also discuss some of Nikki’s favorite gear, sound and aesthetics-wise, as well as the magic of the TikTok algorithm. Enjoy! Star Funeral Links: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@starfuneral Instagr…

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S2: E2 Interview with VELVET (Zack Alfasi and Byron Rodriguez) 46:54

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Hey everyone, this is Siddhu from Semaphore! Today, on the SemaFORECAST, I’m joined by Zack and Byron from the band Velvet. In this episode, we discuss how the band approaches songwriting when members live in different states, what’s so great about having your fellow shoegaze compatriots feature on your songs, and why so many shoegaze songs are abo…

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Technical Tips : CI/CD - What is Continuous Integration and Delivery? 10:41

8M ago10:41

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In this new episode of Technical Tips, Tommy explains how Continuous Integration (CI) helps developers merge code changes frequently, with automated builds and fast feedback loops. Learn how CI keeps your main branch stable and ready for faster releases, all while making your coding life easier. Listen to the full episode or read the transcript on …

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S2: E1 Interview with GLOM (Sean Dunnevant) 43:34

8M ago43:34

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Hey everyone, this is Siddhu from Semaphore! Thanks for tuning into this episode of the SemaFORECAST. On today’s episode, I talk to Sean from the band Glom about his journey to being the front person of an indie band in the age of social media and what it’s like to live with his creative partner among other topics. Hope you enjoy! GLOM Links: TikTo…

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Craig McLuckie on Enforcing Compliance on Open Source Development 25:52

8M ago25:52

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Open-source software is the building materials of the vast majority of digital technology as we know it. Anyone can access and contribute to it, which is great for flexibility and cost, but also means there's a risk of hidden flaws. In this episode, Kubernetes Co-founder and Stacklok’s CEO Craig McLuckie shares his tools to check the quality and se…

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Technical Tips - The 6 Principles of Test Automation 6:25

9M ago6:25

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We are continuing our series of episodes - Technical Tips - to give you bite-sized advice on the best practices of software engineering so your coding life is easier and more efficient. In this episode, Tommy breaks down the essential question: What makes a good test? While there is no single answer, he explores six key principles that can guide yo…

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Arun Gupta on Democratizing Enterprise AI Development 25:07

9M ago25:07

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In terms of creativity, diversity, and evolution pace, generative AI seems boundless. However, its enterprise implementation remains significantly limited. Businesses are uncertain about making the right choices around AI and struggle to familiarize themselves with the potential of this technology amid cutting through the fragmented offerings from …

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Technical Tips - 5 Options for Deploying Microservices 6:23

10M ago6:23

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We are continuing our series of episodes - Technical Tips - to give you bite-sized advice on the best practices of software engineering so your coding life is easier and more efficient. In this episode, Olga explores the best ways to deploy microservices, covering options like single vs. multiple machines, containers, orchestrators like Kubernetes,…

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Andrew Martin on Software Security Best Practices 26:01

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As organizations increasingly rely on cloud technologies, open-source software, and explore the potential of AI, the importance of robust security practices has never been greater. Still, each of these technologies has its own distinct domain, and it is easy to overlook best practices. In this episode, ControlPlane CEO Andrew Martin helps us connec…

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Technical Tips - What is Canary Deployment? 7:35

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We are continuing our series of episodes - Technical Tips - to give you bite-sized advice on the best practices of software engineering so your coding life is easier and more efficient. In this episode, Olga discusses canary deployment, explaining its benefits like real-world feedback and no-downtime upgrades, planning tips, user migration strategi…

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Srivishnu Ayyagari On Flaky Tests Anti-Patterns 25:47

11M ago25:47

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Flaky tests—those intermittent failures that undermine confidence in test suites—are a persistent thorn in the side of development teams. As software complexity grows, so does the challenge of ensuring test reliability. In this episode, Srivishnu Ayyagari, a senior product manager at LambdaTest, offers valuable insights into the root causes of flak…

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Technical Tips - LocalAI: An Open-Source Alternative to OpenAI API 13:57

12M ago13:57

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We are continuing our series of episodes - Technical Tips - to give you bite-sized advice on the best practices of software engineering so your coding life is easier and more efficient. In this episode, Tommy will discuss LocalAI as an Open-Source replacement for the OpenAI API, covering its cost-effectiveness, privacy benefits, customizable models…

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Michael Larsen on Quality Assurance in The Age of AI 26:02

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Testing remains a critical yet often misunderstood and undervalued component of software development. What's more, as artificial intelligence threatens to reshape the role of testers, questions of job security and demonstrating value become increasingly pressing. From the struggle for recognition and early involvement in the development process to …

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Technical Tips - 6 Ways to Run ChatGPT Alternatives in Your Machine 15:43

1y ago15:43

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We are continuing our series of episodes - Technical Tips - to give you bite-sized advice on the best practices of software engineering so your coding life is easier and more efficient. In this episode, Tommy will discuss how replacing ChatGPT or Bard with open-source models enhances privacy and enables their use with sensitive or proprietary data.…

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Peter Zaitsev and Nikolay Sivko on simplifying observability 26:10

1y ago26:10

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The rise of microservices, cloud platforms, containerization, and distributed systems has made computer systems incredibly powerful, but also increasingly intricate. Ensuring high availability in these complex environments requires innovative solutions. Enter Coroot, an open-source observability tool designed to simplify monitoring and prevent chao…

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Technical Tips - CI/CD Pipeline: A Gentle Introduction 6:24

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We are continuing our series of episodes - Technical Tips - to give you bite-sized advice on the best practices of software engineering so your coding life is easier and more efficient. Today, Olga will explain what a CI/CD pipeline is, how to set one up, and the benefits it brings to your software development process. Let’s dive in! Listen to the …

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Gene Kim on Unpacking Organizational Wiring 22:54

1y ago22:54

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Forget fancy titles and complex frameworks. The secret to an organization’s success might lie in a surprisingly simple act: two people moving a couch. This seemingly mundane task, according to Gene Kim (Author, Researcher, and Multiple award-winning CTO), holds profound lessons about communication, problem-solving, and creating a frictionless work …