Ardan Labs Podcast

In this engaging conversation, Ryan Henrich shares his journey in the cybersecurity field, discussing his current role at RapDev, the evolution of cybersecurity careers, and his early experiences with hacking. He reflects on his high school years, his passion for music, and the impact of technology on learning. The discussion also dives into the challenges faced in early career roles, the importance of problem-solving, and the lessons learned from mistakes. 

00:00 Introduction

00:30 What is Ryan Doing Today?

09:30 First Memory of a Computer

12:00 Highschool Interests / Stories

20:00 Searching for Information

30:00 Entering University

38:00 Skill in Music

42:30 First Security Job

55:00 Lessons Learned

1:02:00 Entering the Cloud

1:19:00 Why Buy Security

1:30:00 Staying Relevant

1:34:40 Contact Info

Connect with Ryan: 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanhenrich

Email: [email protected]

Mentioned in this Episode:

RapDev: https://www.rapdev.io/

Datadog: https://www.datadoghq.com/

ServiceNow: https://www.servicenow.com/

Want more from Ardan Labs? You can learn Go, Kubernetes, Docker & more through our video training, live events, or through our blog!

Online Courses : https://ardanlabs.com/education/ 

Live Events : https://www.ardanlabs.com/live-training-events/ 

Blog : https://www.ardanlabs.com/blog 

Github : https://github.com/ardanlabs

In this engaging conversation, Bill Kennedy interviews Peter Kelly, VP of Engineering at Tigera, exploring his journey from early experiences with technology to his current role in the tech industry. They discuss the impact of education, sports, and family background on Peter's career path, as well as the challenges faced by young people today in navigating their futures. The conversation also delves into hiring practices and the importance of personal connections in the recruitment process.

00:00 Introduction

01:00 What is Peter Doing Today?

O4:20 First Memory of a Computer

9:30 Family Background

12:00 Secondary School

19:00 Passion for Soccer

24:00 Interviewing and Hiring

31:00 Entering University 

40:30 Work Experience 

54:00 AI Tooling 

01:07:00 First Go Experience

1:14:00 Beginning of Tigera

1:37:30 Contact Info

Connect with Peter: 

Linkedin: https://ie.linkedin.com/in/peterkellyonline

Mentioned in this Episode:

Tigera: https://www.tigera.io/

Want more from Ardan Labs? You can learn Go, Kubernetes, Docker & more through our video training, live events, or through our blog!

Online Courses : https://ardanlabs.com/education/ 

Live Events : https://www.ardanlabs.com/live-training-events/ 

Blog : https://www.ardanlabs.com/blog 

Github : https://github.com/ardanlabs

In this episode we interview Santosh Kaveti, CEO of ProArch, about his journey from India to Atlanta, his educational background, and his career in technology. Santosh shares insights into his family life, early education, and the challenges he faced along the way. He discusses his passion for mathematics and how it influenced his career choices, ultimately leading him to the field of software engineering and digital infrastructure.

00:00 Introduction

00:20 What is Santosh Doing Today?

06:00 First Memory of a Computer

09:00 Early Interests / Education

20:00 Moving to Utah

24:00 Pursuing a Masters

32:00 First Programming Job

42:00 Deciding to Start a Company

53:00 Formulating Strategy

58:00 Acquiring Companies / Expansion

1:20:00 Finding Clients While Growing

1:25:00 Contact Info

Connect with Santosh: 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/santoshkaveti

X: https://x.com/santoshkaveti

Mentioned in this Episode:

ProArch: https://www.proarch.com

Want more from Ardan Labs? You can learn Go, Kubernetes, Docker & more through our video training, live events, or through our blog!

Online Courses : https://ardanlabs.com/education/ 

Live Events : https://www.ardanlabs.com/live-training-events/ 

Blog : https://www.ardanlabs.com/blog 

Github : https://github.com/ardanlabs

In this episode, Bill Kennedy interviews Ryan Ryke, founder of CloudLife Consulting, focusing on AWS and cloud computing. They discuss the challenges of understanding AWS billing, the importance of managing cloud storage, and the benefits of using services like Cloud Run and Fargate. The conversation also touches on the evolution of engineering perspectives on complexity, the shift towards simpler infrastructure solutions, and personal experiences with technology. 

00:00 Introduction

00:30 What is Ryan Doing Today?

9:00 Cloud Run Experience

13:00 Handling Complexity

21:00 Running Local LLMs

25:30 First Memory of a Computer

33:20 Entering University

36:30 Relevant Education

42:00 Early Industry

53:00 Trading Stocks

1:05:00  Discovering AWS 

1:10:00 Starting a Business

1:16:00 Maintaining Steady Clients

1:22:00 Contact Info 

Connect with Ryan: 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanryke

X: https://x.com/itsacloudlife99

Email: [email protected]

Mentioned in this Episode:

CloudLife Consulting: https://www.cloudlife.io/

Fargate: https://aws.amazon.com/fargate/

Want more from Ardan Labs? You can learn Go, Kubernetes, Docker & more through our video training, live events, or through our blog!

Online Courses : https://ardanlabs.com/education/ 

Live Events : https://www.ardanlabs.com/live-training-events/ 

Blog : https://www.ardanlabs.com/blog 

Github : https://github.com/ardanlabs

In this conversation, Infant Mystica shares her journey of building a professional network through social media, the innovative language translation technology she works on, and the dynamics of remote work across different time zones. She discusses her aspirations for career growth, the importance of attending tech conferences, and her experiences as a software developer in the evolving tech landscape.

00:00 Introduction

00:30 What is Mystica Doing Today?

03:10 First Experiences with a Computer

05:30 Highschool Interests / Classes

13:00 Entering University

15:00 Interest in Computer Science

22:00 College Living

27:00 COVID-19 and Remote Learning

34:00 Entering Industry / Networking

41:30 First Job at Translate Live

50:00 Working Hours and Time Zones

55:00 Traveling and Exploration

Connect with Mystica: 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/infant-mystica-810776195/

X: https://x.com/mysticainf

Mystica’s Site: https://mystica.me

Mentioned in this Episode:

TranslateLive: https://www.translatelive.com/

Want more from Ardan Labs? You can learn Go, Kubernetes, Docker & more through our video training, live events, or through our blog!

Online Courses : https://ardanlabs.com/education/ 

Live Events : https://www.ardanlabs.com/live-training-events/ 

Blog : https://www.ardanlabs.com/blog 

Github : https://github.com/ardanlabs

Kenneth Stott, Field CTO at Hasura, joins the Ardan Labs podcast to recount his journey from a BYU student to innovating computer audits at Deloitte and navigating the high-pressure world of Wall Street. He explains how early hands-on experiences with computers and his organizational behavior classes ignited an entrepreneurial mindset. Throughout the conversation, Stott underscores the critical role of relationships, cultural awareness, and the art of storytelling in advancing one’s career. He wraps up by highlighting his current work at Hasura, where he’s driving breakthroughs in data management and leveraging AI to empower smarter business decisions.

00:00 Introduction

00:40 What is Kenneth Doing Today?

06:05 First Memory of a Computer

11:00 Early Entrepreneurship / Interests

19:00 Entering University

33:00 First Job After Graduation

41:00 Moving to New York

47:00 Working on Wall Street

52:00 Entering C-Suite Jobs

1:06:00 Desired Characteristics

1:09:20 Roles before Retirement

1:12:00 Working at Hasura

1:15:00 PromptQL

1:17:00 Contact Info

Connect with  Kenneth: 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenstott/

Mentioned in this Episode:

Hasura: https://hasura.io/

Want more from Ardan Labs? You can learn Go, Kubernetes, Docker & more through our video training, live events, or through our blog!

Online Courses : https://ardanlabs.com/education/ 

Live Events : https://www.ardanlabs.com/live-training-events/ 

Blog : https://www.ardanlabs.com/blog 

Github : https://github.com/ardanlabs

In this conversation, Bill Kennedy and Austin Vance discuss the critical role of relationships in business, the balance between AI and human interaction, and the importance of cultivating client trust. They explore how AI can enhance efficiency without replacing the human touch in consulting. The discussion also delves into pricing strategies in a changing economic landscape, the significance of legacy code, and the need for developers to maintain empathy towards existing systems. Ultimately, they emphasize the importance of creating awareness and demonstrating expertise in the market.

00:00 Introduction

00:30 What is Austin Doing Today?

02:10 First Experiences with a Computer

06:00 Highschool Interests

9:30 Early Laptops

16:20 Entering College

23:30 The Journey to Computer Science 

26:30 First Jobs in Tech

32:00 Starting Focused 

35:00 Agency vs Products and Reputation

44:30 Moving on From Pivotal

52:48 Balancing AI and Human Interaction

01:08:30 Future Market Concerns

01:20:30 Controlling Chaos

1:28:00 Contact Info

Connect with Austin: 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/austinbv/

Mentioned in this Episode:

Focused: https://focused.io/

Want more from Ardan Labs? You can learn Go, Kubernetes, Docker & more through our video training, live events, or through our blog!

Online Courses : https://ardanlabs.com/education/ 

Live Events : https://www.ardanlabs.com/live-training-events/ 

Blog : https://www.ardanlabs.com/blog 

Github : https://github.com/ardanlabs

In this conversation, Bilal Khan shares his journey from a small town in Pakistan to becoming a software developer and content creator. He discusses his early education, the challenges he faced while transitioning to high school in a big city, and his experiences in university. Bilal reflects on his exploration of boot camps and internships, as well as the ups and downs of navigating his early career in the tech industry. Bilal expresses a desire to deepen his programming skills and contribute to the tech community while navigating the complexities of the job market.

00:00 Introduction

00:30 What is Bilal Doing Today?

05:00 Early Education / Life

11:30 First Experience with a Computer

15:45 University Experience

17:30 Entering Boot Camps

23:40 Looking for Tech Work 

31:30 Experience During COVID-19

35:00 Family Dynamics 

42:00 Generating Income

1:03:00 Future Aspirations

1:07:20 Contact Info

Connect with Bilal: 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ibilalkayy/

Mentioned in this Episode:

Go: https://go.dev/

Rust: https://www.rust-lang.org/

Bill.com: https://www.bill.com/

Want more from Ardan Labs? You can learn Go, Kubernetes, Docker & more through our video training, live events, or through our blog!

Online Courses : https://ardanlabs.com/education/ 

Live Events : https://www.ardanlabs.com/live-training-events/ 

Blog : https://www.ardanlabs.com/blog 

Github : https://github.com/ardanlabs

In this episode, Bill Kennedy interviews Jordan Long, co-founder and CTO of Nectir. They discuss Jordan's journey from high school in Hawaii to college at UCSB, his early interests in music and technology, and the challenges he faced in finding his path. Jordan shares his experiences with entrepreneurship, including his initial idea for a rideshare platform and the eventual creation of Nectir, a platform designed to connect students in the same classes. The conversation highlights the importance of community and collaboration in education and the entrepreneurial spirit. 

00:00 Introduction

00:30 What is Jordan  Doing Today?

05:00 Early Interests

09:00 Discovering Entrepreneurship

14:00 College Decisions

20:00 Beginning of Nectir

34:30 Becoming an Entrepreneur Full-Time

41:00 Early Funding / Hiring

59:50 Developing Nectir AI Assistant

1:05:20 Learning Prompting and Chunking

1:18:00 Building with AI in the Future

1:24:20 Contact Info 

Connect with Jordan: 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-t-long/

Mentioned in this Episode:

Nectir: https://www.nectir.io/

Want more from Ardan Labs? You can learn Go, Kubernetes, Docker & more through our video training, live events, or through our blog!

Online Courses : https://ardanlabs.com/education/ 

Live Events : https://www.ardanlabs.com/live-training-events/ 

Blog : https://www.ardanlabs.com/blog 

Github : https://github.com/ardanlabs

In this conversation, Richard White, founder and CEO of Fathom, discusses the evolution of AI in note-taking and transcription, the challenges of developing reliable meeting recording technology, and his early experiences with technology and entrepreneurship. He shares insights into the business model of Fathom, the importance of AI in enhancing productivity, and his personal journey from a tech-savvy high school student to a successful entrepreneur.

00:00 Introduction

00:30 What is Richard Doing Today?

02:50 AI Transcription

11:00 First Memory of a Computer

13:00 Early Entrepreneur Experience

15:30 College Experience

27:45 Starting User Voice

35:00 The Birth of Fathom

39:00 Fathoms Searching Strategy

46:00 Contact Info

Connect with Richard: 

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rrwhite/

Mentioned in this Episode:

Fathom: https://fathom.video/

Want more from Ardan Labs? You can learn Go, Kubernetes, Docker & more through our video training, live events, or through our blog!

Online Courses : https://ardanlabs.com/education/ 

Live Events : https://www.ardanlabs.com/live-training-events/ 

Blog : https://www.ardanlabs.com/blog 

Github : https://github.com/ardanlabs