In this episode of 'When Shit Hits the Fan', Johan and Jeffrey welcome Frank Denneman, a distinguished engineer for AI at VMware/Broadcom.
The conversation covers Frank's experiences, interests, and career journey, including his insights on technology, movies, and the importance of effective communication in engineering.
The episode features rapid-fire questions, discussions about favorite films, and a deep dive into Frank's professional background. The conversation explores his journey from building Microsoft Exchange across multiple countries to his experiences with virtualization, working at VMware, and the challenges of startup life. It highlights his time at PernixData and the lessons learned from mistakes made throughout his career, including the importance of sharing knowledge and overcoming fears in public speaking.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
02:40 Frank's Background and Interests
06:41 Binaries and Quickfire Questions
11:01 Frank's Career Journey and Early Experiences
13:15 Building Microsoft Exchange Across Borders
16:45 The Virtualization Journey Begins
17:35 Transitioning to VMware and the Startup Experience
20:00 The Challenges of Startup Life
23:25 Innovations at Pernix Data
25:59 Lessons Learned from Mistakes
30:04 First Time on Stage: Overcoming Fear
31:27 The Thrill of Live Performance
34:17 Key Takeaways for First-Time Speakers
39:43 Lessons from Experience and Listening
41:54 The Importance of Preparation
42:53 Learning from Presentation Skills and Shark Tank
Links:
Frank Simrig account on instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/roadtoimmersion/