Changelog Interviews Agents in the database
Dec 18, 2025
Ajay Kulkarni, Co-founder and CEO of Tiger Data, shares his journey from Wall Street to tech founder. He discusses how founder values shape company culture and reflects on his transformative experiences in the database world. The duo dives into the concept of agentic databases, detailing how these tools alter developer workflows and accelerate shipping in the AI era. They explore the exciting future of Postgres-native technologies and the critical balance between empowering agents and maintaining safety in development.
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Trust And Articulate Your Gut
- Trust your instincts when hiring or making strategic calls and take time to articulate gut feelings.
- If your gut is right, act on it quickly to avoid costly hires or missteps.
Double Down On Founder Strengths
- Lean into your strengths rather than fixing every weakness; culture reflects founders' values.
- Hire or work with people who complement your intensity and style rather than neutralize it.
Databases Became Product‑Led
- The database business moved from enterprise sales to product-led growth and developer choice.
- Developers now pick databases through hands-on exploration rather than CIO-led deals.