Google SRE Prodcast We’re back with Season 4!
Apr 16, 2025
The hosts kick off the new season by discussing emerging trends in Site Reliability Engineering and machine learning infrastructure. They warmly welcome a new co-host and reflect on the friendships developed along the way. Anticipation grows for upcoming challenges, new guests, and video content. The conversation dives into navigating ambiguity and engaging with listeners, inviting feedback for future discussions. With excitement for evolving content and a commitment to enhancing user experiences, the stage is set for an enlightening journey ahead!
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Bumpisode Concept Explained
- The "bumpisode" concept is a special short episode between seasons to introduce changes and updates.
- It is inspired by network interstitials called 'bumps' that fill time between programs or ads.
Matt Siegler Joins as New Co-Host
- Matt Siegler joined as the new co-host and works in ML Infrastructure SRE.
- He humorously explains machine learning as teaching machines how to learn and infrastructure as supporting those machines.
SRE Influence Beyond Google
- SRE practices at Google influence many other organizations of diverse sizes.
- This ensures reliable service operations beyond Google, such as gaming and shopping platforms.