Episode 100 - Bytes & Well-Being - Reflecting on 2023 & Forward to 2024 w/ Pete Erickson

Join us in this landmark 100th episode as Dave embarks on a reflective journey with tech luminary Pete Erickson. The duo dive into the essence of connection and authenticity in the tech world, exploring the pivotal role of developer relations and the resilience of the industry from the dot-com bust to the present. Pete shares his rich experiences and insights, painting a vivid picture of the tech landscape's evolution, including the rise of voice technology and Conversational AI. This episode is more than a technological exploration; it's a celebration of the enduring human spirit and the power of genuine connections in shaping our industry. As we reminisce about the significant milestones and innovations of 2023, Pete and Dave engage in a profound discussion about the future, particularly the exciting potential of Generative AI and Large Language Models. This episode is a testament to the importance of learning, adapting, and the magic that happens when people connect, share, and grow together. Tune in for an inspiring look back at the year gone by and a hopeful gaze into the promising horizon of 2024, where technology and human connection converge to create a brighter future. Pete on Twitter: https://twitter.com/peteerickson Pete on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peteerickson/ Dave on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thedavedev Dave on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidisbitski [EVENT] GovAI Summit 2023 – Convening Pioneers at the Intersection of Government and Artificial Intelligence – December 4-6, 2023, in Arlington, VA – https://govaisummit.com [EVENT] CodeForward - The Future of Software – December 5-6, 2023, in Arlington, VA - https://codeforward.ai/ [EVENT] BrandsGPT @ CES - January 9th, 1-5pm, Venetian Hotel - https://www.modev.com/CES Subscribe: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7rQjgnBvuyr18K03tnEHBI Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aws-developers-podcast/id1574162669 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/1065378 Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/aws-developers-podcast/PC:1001065378 TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Technology-Podcasts/AWS-Developers-Podcast-p1461814/ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/f8bf7630-2521-4b40-be90-c46a9222c159/aws-developers-podcast Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjk5NDM2MzU0OS9zb3VuZHMucnNz RSS Feed: https://feeds.soundcloud.com/users/soundcloud:users:994363549/sounds.rss