The Joe Reis Show Kostas Pardalis - AI Native Data Engines
Jul 30, 2025
Kostas Pardalis, Co-Founder of TypeDef and a former player at Starburst Data and Shutterstock, dives into the fascinating world of AI and data infrastructure. He discusses the rapid evolution of AI, likening it to the early internet days, and the shift towards localized data processing. Kostas reveals how AI is transforming data management with tools like Whisper for better transcription and summarization. He emphasizes the democratization of data roles and the importance of cultural context in tech, particularly in Greece, highlighting the need for innovation in data handling.
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ChatGPT Improves Shopping Fit
- Kostas shared his experience buying t-shirts online using ChatGPT for size comparison.
- He personalized the shopping experience by comparing sizes based on brands and fit, resulting in a successful purchase.
AI Shifts Data Infrastructure Needs
- Current data systems are optimized for CPU-bound workloads, but AI inference is IO-bound, requiring new architectures.
- Legacy systems will struggle with latency and efficiency unless redesigned to handle AI workloads.
Use Semantic Operations in AI
- Design AI data systems with semantic-specific operations for modular and optimizable code.
- Use specialized operators like semantic joins and filters instead of generic LLM calls for better performance.