Best Miko Pawlikowski Podcasts (2025)

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The Future of Diffusion Models, with Mark Liu - HockeyStick #47 29:17

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Welcome to Episode 47 of The Hockey Stick Show! I’m Miko Pawlikowski, and in this episode, I had the chance to chat with Mark Liu about AI, creativity, and how to think about the future of technology. Mark has worked on some really cool projects, and we went deep into both the technical and personal lessons. 1. Understand the Basics Before Chasing …

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Will Prompts take your Job?, with Dan Cleary - HockeyStick #46 20:12

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Welcome to Episode 46 of The Hockey Stick Show! I’m Miko Pawlikowski, and in this episode, I had the chance to chat with Dan Cleary, co-founder of PromptHub. We dove deep into the world of prompt engineering — what it is, why it matters, and how it’s evolving alongside rapid advancements in AI. Understanding the Rise of Prompt Engineering Dan expla…

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Supercharge your Chaos Engineering, with Rob Charlwood - HockeyStick #45 37:40

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Welcome to Episode 45 of The Hockey Stick Show! I’m Miko Pawlikowski, and in this episode, I had the chance to chat with Rob Charlwood, Principal Site Reliability Engineer at Cazoo. We explored the world of chaos engineering — what it is, how to get started, and why it’s essential for building resilient systems. Demystifying Chaos Engineering Rob b…

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Why Cybersecurity Training Matters, with Craig Taylor - HS#44 27:06

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Welcome to Episode 44 of The Hockey Stick Show! I'm your host, Miko Pawlikowski, and today I’m diving deep into the fascinating crossroads of cybersecurity and psychology with Craig Taylor — a 25-year veteran of the security world, founder of cybersecurity education company CyberHoot, and someone with a background in behavioral science. We explored…

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Building the Sheets Empire, with Colin Mcintosh - HockeyStick #43 38:31

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Welcome to Episode 43 of The Hockey Stick Show! I'm Miko Pawlikowski, and in this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Colin McIntosh, founder and CEO of Sheets & Giggles. We talked about building a purpose-driven brand, the power of humor in business, and how to grow a company without taking yourself too seriously. Building a Brand That Do…

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Debunking Fitness Myths, with Jodi Barrett - HS#42 25:27

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Welcome to Episode 42 of The Hockey Stick Show! I'm Miko Pawlikowski, and today, I'm excited to share my conversation with Jodi Barrett of KB Stronger. We talked about fitness, the myths surrounding it, and how to make exercise a consistent part of our lives without feeling overwhelmed. Debunking Fitness Myths I started our chat by asking Jodi abou…

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From Hawaii to DNSimple, with Anthony Eden - HS#41 53:29

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In Episode 41 of the Hockeystick Show, I had the pleasure of speaking with Anthony Eden, a seasoned veteran in the domain and DNS space, who shared his journey and provided invaluable insights into the industry. From his tales of moving his family to Hawaii to the intricate workings of the internet's backbone—the DNS system—Anthony offered both a d…

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Building Checkly, with Hannes Lenke - HS#40 37:56

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Welcome to Episode 40 of The Hockeystick Show! I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Hannes Lenke, CEO and co-founder of Checkly—a forward-thinking company bridging the gap in DevOps with innovative monitoring solutions. Hannes shared his journey from the spark of a side project to a full-fledged startup success. Here are some key takeaways …

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Mastering Stable Diffusion, with Will Kurt - HS#39 1:11:52

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Hi everyone, welcome to Episode 39 of the Hockeystick Show. Today, I had the pleasure of talking with Will Kurt, a talented writer and AI expert. This conversation was a deep dive into the world of AI, writing, and creative expression. Let me share some key points and lessons from the episode. * 45% off A Damn Fine Stable Diffusion Book: HSSkurt2 *…

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Master your brain, with Eric Collett - HS#38 56:48

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This time I had the pleasure of welcoming Eric Collett, CEO of A Mind for All Seasons. Our conversation shifted my perspective on brain health, making me rethink how we should approach productivity and overall mental wellness. Use promo code HOCKEY to try A Mind for All Seasons for 30 days free. Understanding the Brain as Hardware Eric’s analogy of…

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Why every CTO must play Sekiro - HS#37 solo 12:51

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Do you remember that amazing feeling of absolutely NAILING something REALLY hard? Overcoming some TREMENDOUS odds? Scientifically speaking, that’s dopamine, the “feel good chemical”. And this video is about a rather unusual way of getting HEAPS of it. And it’s 100% legal. 参る SEKIRO Don’t worry, today I won’t be sending you to jump into an ice cold …

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Deepseek R1 is the biggest AI breakthrough in years - HS#36 solo 2:00

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🚀 TL;DR Some Chinese nerd just beat OpenAI using old hardware and less than 0.1% of their yearly training budget, then proceeded to rub it in their face by releasing it free & open source (MIT), along with the paper explaining how they did it.Imagine the atmosphere at OpenAI right now, especially after they announced that $0.5 trillion funding roun…

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From Inner Mongolia to YC-backed SaaS, with JJ Tang - HS#35 37:50

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Welcome to episode 35 of the HockeyStick podcast. I'm Miko Pawlikowski, and today we have the pleasure of speaking with JJ Tang, the co-founder of Rootly. This episode jumps into JJ's personal journey, from his humble beginnings in Mongolia to the helm of a thriving B2B SaaS company, offering insights and reflections along the way. A Remarkable Upb…

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Debunking Myths of Startup Success, with Charlie Lass - HS#34 58:00

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Welcome to Episode 34 of the HockeyStick podcast! In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Charlie Lass, a serial entrepreneur whose journey through the business world is as fascinating as it is instructive. Throughout our conversation, we explored not only the highs and lows of his entrepreneurial adventures but also his deep insights …

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Future of Agentic AI, with Micheal Lanham - HS#33 43:08

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Welcome to the 33rd episode of The HockeyStick Podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into the intriguing world of agentic AI with our special guest, Micheal Lanham. Micheal is an expert in the field, with years of experience building powerful agentic systems. Join me as we explore how these systems are transforming our world and discuss the future…

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How to avoid burnout, build connections & manage stress, with Mandy Morris, LPC - HS#32 47:44

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In Episode 32, I had the pleasure of speaking with Mandy Morris LPC, a seasoned expert in psychology and therapy. Her journey from aspiring athletic trainer to innovative therapist, executive coach and co-creator of the Sofree app sheds light on crucial lessons for both personal and professional growth. We talked about vulnerability, stress, burnou…

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Building FireHydrant, with Robert Ross - HS#31 43:32

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Welcome to the 31st episode of the HockeyStick Podcast! I'm your host, Miko Pawlikowski, and today we have a conversation filled with insights and anecdotes about entrepreneurship in the tech world. Our guest is none other than Robert Ross, the founder and CEO of FireHydrant, who shares his remarkable journey, experiences, and the business lessons …

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How to build past $1B valuation (twice) and advertise Dog Food at the Super Bowl, with Ryan Yockey - HS#30 44:51

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Today, we're privileged to explore the fascinating career of Ryan Yockey, a visionary who ventured from early web development to the heights of Super Bowl advertising. Let’s talk about startups, growth, and some major business lessons learned along the way. Ryan’s journey in numbers:→ 2 companies built past a $1B valuation→ 30+ years in the tech in…

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From Burnout to Leadership, with Dominic Vogel - HS#29 35:38

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Introduction Welcome to Episode 29 of the HockeyStick Podcast, where we delve into breakthroughs in tech, business, and personal performance. In this episode, Dominic Vogel shares his transformative journey and the lessons he learned moving beyond the rigid confines of corporate identity. From Corporate Gargoyle to Passionate Freedom Dom Vogel cand…

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Unlock Linux superpowers with eBPF, with Bill Mulligan - HS#28 47:58

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Welcome to episode 28 of the HockeyStick podcast, where we dive into groundbreaking advancements in technology, business, and performance. In this episode, our host Miko Pawlikowski sits down with Bill Mulligan from Isovalent to discuss the fascinating world of eBPF, its impact on modern computing, and its promising future. Documentary we talk abou…

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Supercharge your Qubits, with Constantin Gonciulea & Charlee Stefanski - HS#27 38:26

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Welcome to Episode 27 of the HockeyStick podcast—your guide to breakthroughs in tech, business, and performance. In this edition, we dive deep into the dynamic world of quantum computing with Constantin Gonciulea and Charlee Stefanski, exploring why this pioneering technology is captivating minds across industries. Get Constantin and Charlee's book…

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From Zombie Fungus to Causal AI, with Robert Osazuwa Ness - HS#26 38:27

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Welcome to Episode 26 of the HockeyStick podcast, a show dedicated to exploring breakthroughs in tech, business, and performance. In this episode, we dive deep into the intersection of artificial intelligence, statistics, and causality with Robert Osazuwa Ness, a statistician and data scientist who offers fascinating insights into these fields. Get…

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Why you will fail without Chaos Engineering, with Kolton Andrus - HS#25 43:18

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Introduction Welcome to episode 25 of the HockeyStick podcast, where we delve into breakthroughs in tech, business, and performance. In today's episode, Miko Pawlikowski sits down with Kolton Andrus, a well-known figure in the SRE and chaos engineering space. As the founder of Gremlin and a seasoned engineer, Kolton shares his insights into the evo…

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Why AI bubble will burst, with Emmanuel Maggiori - HS#24 1:32:05

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Welcome to Episode 24 of The HockeyStick podcast, where we delve into breakthroughs in tech, business, and performance. In this episode, our host Miko Pawlikowski sits down with Emmanuel Maggiori, an AI consultant, writer, and speaker who is on a mission to debunk much of the hype surrounding tech and AI. They explore the triumphs, challenges, and …

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The real benefits of AI agents, with Dave Brewster & Ravi Ramachandran - HS#23 46:39

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Welcome to episode 23 of the HockeyStick podcast, where we dive into groundbreaking advancements in technology, business, and performance. In this episode, host Miko Pawlikowski sits down with Ravi Ramachandran and Dave Brewster, two-thirds of the co-founder team at Eidolon AI, to discuss the intricacies of AI agents and their potential to transfor…

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Life-changing performance using Wim Hof method, with Ravi Modha - HS#22 53:41

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In the bustling world of corporate finance, one might not expect to find an expert in life and performance coaching. Yet, Ravi Modha seamlessly balances both professions. As a full-time corporate finance professional, Ravi has navigated the intricate corridors of investment banking in London and New York, and currently works with Apollo Global’s hi…

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Be a Lead Engineer people admire, with Shelley Benhoff - HS#21 39:48

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In this episode, Miko Pawlikowski converses with Shelley, an experienced Lead Developer and author, about the journey and responsibilities of a lead developer. Shelley discusses her book, which covers her own mistakes and lessons learned in leadership, explaining the difference between lead engineer, staff engineer, and engineering manager roles. S…

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Why you can't afford to ignore MLOps, with Maria Vechtomova - HS#20 19:47

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Mastering MLOps with Maria: Insights and Future Trends Join us for an in-depth conversation with Maria, a leading expert in MLOps, as she shares her journey and insights into the world of machine learning operations. Maria discusses the common misconceptions about MLOps, the integration of DevOps practices, and the tools and frameworks that have sh…

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How to win at AI and Life, with Harpreet Sahota - HS#19 50:37

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Harpreet Sahota on Becoming a Hacker in Residence & AI Innovation: Chat with Miko Pawlikowski Join Miko Pawlikowski on HockeyStick as he interviews Harpreet Sahota, Voxel51's Hacker in Residence and a prominent figure in the AI community. Harpreet shares his journey from studying math and stats to becoming a biostatistician and data scientist, even…

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Machine Learning algorithms explained, with Vadim Smolyakov - HS#18 51:05

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Simplifying Algorithms with Vadim Smolyakov! Get Vadim's book 45% OFF with code hockeystick24 here: https://mng.bz/4J5Q Join Miko Pawlikowski on HockeyStick as he discusses machine learning algorithms with Vadim Smolyakov, author of 'Machine Learning Algorithms in Depth.' They explore Vadim's experiences at MIT CSAIL, his work at Microsoft, and key…

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From Windsurfing to AI Meetups, with Matt Carey - HS#17 38:51

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Matt Carey's AI Journey: From Windsurfing to London’s AI Meetups Join Miko Pawlikowski on HockeyStick as he chats with Matt Carey, an AI engineer at StackOne, AWS Community Builder, organizer of AI Demo Days, and OpenUK AI Advisory Board member. In this episode, Matt shares his unique path from competitive windsurfing to AI engineering, the challen…

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Quantum Computing in Action, with Johan Vos - HS#16 48:33

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Exploring Quantum Computing with Johan Vos! Get Johan's book 45% OFF with code hockeystick24 here: https://mng.bz/v8da Join Miko Pawlikowski on HockeyStick as he delves into the fascinating world of quantum computing with Johan Vos, author of "Quantum Computing in Action" and co-founder of Gluon. Discover what makes quantum computing special, its i…

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Software Engineering Managers - Akanksha Gupta - HS#15 41:29

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Think Like a Software Engineering Manager - insights with Akanksha Gupta Get her book 45% OFF with code hockeystick24 here: https://mng.bz/v8va Join Miko Pawlikowski on this episode of HockeyStick as he delves into the world of software engineering management with Akanksha Gupta, author of "Think Like a Software Engineering Manager". Explore Akanks…

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Robo Advisors - Rob Reider & Alex Michalka - HS#14 1:04:26

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Exploring Robo Advisors with Python Experts: Rob Reider & Alex Michalka Get their book 45% OFF with code hockeystick24 here: https://mng.bz/ngjd Join Miko Pawlikowski on this episode of HockeyStick as he dives into the world of robo advisors with industry heavyweights Rob Reider and Alex Michalka, authors of "Build a Robo Advisor with Python from S…

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LLMOps, Large Language Models in Production - HS#13 1:01:55

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Understanding LLMOps: Differentiating from MLOps with Abi Aryan Join Miko Pawlikowski on this episode of HockeyStick as he interviews Abi Aryan, a leading expert and author on Large Language Model Operations (LLMOps), to distinguish it from Machine Learning Operations (MLOps) and Machine Learning Engineering (MLE). Abi delves into the challenges an…

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AI-Assisted Testing - HS#12 43:27

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AI Impact on Software Testing: Expert Insights with Mark Winteringham Get Mark's book 20% OFF with code hockeystick24 here: https://mng.bz/oeWD In this episode of Hockey Stick, host Miko Pawlikowski welcomes Mark Winteringham, author of 'AI Assisted Testing,' to discuss the impact of generative AI on software testing. They explore the efficacy of A…

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HockeyStick #11 - MLOps essentials 53:04

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The Essentials of MLOps: With Eric Riddoch Join Miko Pawlikowski as he dives into the world of MLOps with Eric Riddoch, a machine learning platform engineer and MLOps practitioner. In this episode, they discuss the differences between MLOps, DevOps, and platform engineering, tools and practices in MLOps, as well as Eric's journey into the field fro…

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HockeyStick #10 - Generative AI in Fintech 51:39

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Exploring FinTech and Generative AI with Industry Experts Mark Brouwer & Chris Cardell Join Miko Pawlikowski in this episode of HockeyStick as he delves into the world of FinTech with industry veterans Mark Brouwer and Chris Cardell. Drawing from their collective 50 years of experience, Mark and Chris share insights about their new book 'Build Fina…

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HockeyStick #9 - AI reshaping Medical Imaging 47:39

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How AI is Revolutionizing Medical Image Analysis Join Miko Pawlikowski and Anuradha Kar, a researcher from Institut Pasteur in Paris, as they discuss the incredible advancements in AI-driven medical image analysis. Discover how technologies like x-rays, MRIs, and ultrasounds work, and how AI is enhancing their capabilities to accelerate drug discov…

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HockeyStick #8 - Generative AI in Action 1:09:44

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Demystifying Generative AI: Insights from Microsoft's Amit Bahree In this episode, Miko Pawlikowski interviews Amit Bahree, a principal group technical program manager at Microsoft and the author of 'Generative AI in Action'. They delve into the complexities and applications of generative AI, particularly in a professional setting. Amit shares his …

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HockeyStick #7 - Generative AI for Data Analytics 1:06:20

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Leveraging Generative AI in Data Analytics: Insights from Industry Experts In this episode of HockeyStick, host Miko Pawlikowski interviews Artur Guja, Dr. Marlena Siviak, and Dr. Marian Siwiak, the authors of 'Generative AI for Data Analytics.' They discuss the impact of generative AI on data analytics, their collaborative background, and their bo…

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HockeyStick #6 - AI-powered Developer 45:26

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Generative AI in Software Development: A Future Without Coders? In this episode of HockeyStick, Miko Pawlikowski interviews Nathan B. Crocker, CTO at Checkr and author of 'AI-Powered Developer,' exploring the impact of generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Copilot on software development. They discuss the book's insights into using AI as a junior de…

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HockeyStick #5 - Think Like a CTO 1:12:26

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Navigating the World as a CTO: Insights & Strategies with Alan Williamson Miko Pawlikowski hosts a comprehensive discussion on the role, challenges, and insights of being a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) with expert guest Alan Williamson, author of 'Think Like a CTO' and partner at New Harbor Capital. Williamson shares his journey into the CTO role…

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HockeyStick #4 - The Complete Obsolete Guide to Generative AI 1:05:46

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The Future of Generative AI: Insights with David Clinton Miko Pawlikowski hosts an engaging conversation with David Clinton, author of 'The Complete Obsolete Guide to Generative AI' and numerous technical books. They delve into the significance of generative AI, its current impact, and its potential to revolutionize various fields. Clinton shares h…

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HockeyStick #3 - Generative AI with Mark Liu 1:17:08

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Exploring the Frontiers of Generative AI with Mark Liu In this episode of HockeyStick, host Miko Pawlikowski interviews Mark Liu, a finance professor and seasoned coder, to dive into the world of Generative AI. Liu, author of 'Learn Generative AI with PyTorch', shares his journey from finance to AI, emphasizing the importance of coding in modern fi…

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HockeyStick #2 - LLMs in production - Chris Brousseau & Matt Sharp 1:39:29

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Decoding the Past, Present, and Future of Language Models Delve into the realm of language models with a comprehensive exploration spanning from the foundational Bag of Words approach to the revolutionary technologies of Transformers and GPT. This script not only unpacks the technical evolution and mathematical underpinnings of natural language pro…

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HockeyStick #1 - Unix, Containers & Unikernels 1:23:23

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Today, we’re taking a deep dive into kernels and operating systems: where they come from, the history, and the evolution. We’re covering classic OSes, as well as virtualisation, containers and unikernels. I’m joined by two experts. Ian Eyberg, the CEO at nanoVM, a firm specialising in unikernels, and a multiple patent holder, and Sachin Kamboj, PhD…