In this episode, Harry speaks with David Leen, a Staff Software Engineer at Netflix who shares his journey from studying theoretical physics to working with generative AI at one of the world’s leading tech companies. David shares some insights about Netflix’s unique culture and values, discussing the company’s “people over process” approach and its emphasis on candour and responsibility. David also explains the work of Amazon Web Services, and how he was on the team revolutionising cloud computing. Finally, David discusses the skills he believes are essential for success in tech, from attention to detail and curiosity to the importance of networking. 

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