#298: Throughout numerous conferences, experts have often proclaimed that choosing the right culture is paramount over the selection of tools. However, it's an oversimplification to deem one right over the other. Tools and culture share a symbiotic relationship, each influencing and reshaping the other.

In this episode, Darin and Viktor try to settle this debate.

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#297: In today's digital landscape, ensuring secure and efficient access to systems is crucial. Authorization plays a vital role in granting the right access levels — but how can businesses implement it effectively?

In this episode, we speak with Alex Olivier, co-founder & CPO at Cerbos, about how Cerbos presents an adaptable solution that streamlines access control and governance by externalizing authorization logic and focusing on policy-driven management.

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#296: As we step into 2025, the tech landscape is marked by a myriad of opportunities and challenges, with artificial intelligence taking center stage. While AI is firmly entrenched in our daily lives, other technological advances and industry trends also demand our attention.

In this episode, Darin and Viktor make their tech predictions for 2025.

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#295: Merry Christmas from the entire team, and thank you for making us a part of your year!

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#294: Here we are at the end of 2024. Darin and Viktor look back at the predictions they made back in episode 244.

Let's see how they did.

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#293: As we edge closer to the end of 2024, companies grapple with the complexities of workforce retention and attraction. Companies must navigate post-COVID realities and adjust to altered market conditions. The enduring quest for stability in these uncertain times shapes employee priorities as they seek job security amidst market volatility.

In this episode, we speak with Michael Zuercher, CEO and co-founder of Prismatic, about the challenges and opportunities businesses must address while trying to attract and retain talent.

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#292: Open source software has become an integral part of the modern digital landscape. It's often celebrated for its free access and collaborative ethos, contributing to rapid technological advancement.

However, the reality of open source is more complex, involving issues of ownership, licensing, corporate influence, and the role of foundations.

In this episode, Darin and Viktor discuss the moral and strategic dimensions of licensing and contributions to open source software.

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#291: As we approach the end of 2024, a recurring theme in the tech industry is the impact of AI on software jobs. While some fear mass job displacement, others see an opportunity for unprecedented innovation.

In some respects, it appears that the job market is experiencing shifts reminiscent of the Industrial Revolution. However, unlike the fear of robots taking over in sci-fi narratives like The Terminator, current concerns are rooted in AI automating roles traditionally held by humans.

In this episode, we talk with Derek Ferguson, Chief Software Officer for the Fitch Group, about how new technologies historically create demand for new skills and roles, suggesting that AI may similarly open doors rather than close them.

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#290: Darin catches up with Viktor and Whitney Lee just minutes after they've finished up at KubeCon NA 2024. We discuss the good things and bad things that they experienced while in Salt Lake City.

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#289: For startups, navigating the dilemma of cloud selection is critical. While major providers offer incentives and familiarity, stepping out of the conventional path to explore other providers or even setting up specialized solutions can lead to significant cost savings and tailor-made optimizations. The balance is in understanding when to scale with commercial offerings and when to embark on more customized, potentially costlier ventures.

In this episode, we talk with Hugo Santos, CEO at Namespace Labs, about how by optimizing for specific use cases, they have identified a niche where they can outperform hyperscalers. However, this path is complex and not always practical for every company, especially those lacking the necessary infrastructure expertise.

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