Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats Supper Club × 70,000 Serverless Functions with Kristi Perreault of Liberty Mutual
Jul 15, 2022
In this conversation, Kristi Perreault, Principal Software Engineer at Liberty Mutual and AWS Serverless Hero, shares her insights on managing an astounding 70,000 serverless functions. She discusses the transition to serverless DevOps, emphasizing scalability and cost efficiency. Kristi also unpacks the complexities of code organization within large teams and the challenges of security and accountability in serverless environments. With a personal journey from architecture to tech, she highlights the importance of community and adaptability in the ever-evolving tech landscape.
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Networking Win
- Kristi Perreault recounts a slightly creepy but effective networking tactic.
- She approached Wes at a conference, recognizing him as a speaker, and initiated a conversation, ultimately landing her a podcast invitation.
Tech First Insurance
- Liberty Mutual, with 5,000 developers, views itself as a tech company that sells insurance.
- They handle everything in-house, from claims and quoting systems to internal applications and cloud infrastructure.
Cost-Effective Serverless
- Serverless functions offer cost-effectiveness by charging only for actual usage.
- This eliminates the expense of maintaining servers year-round for infrequently used code.