DevOps Paradox DOP 294: Looking Back on Our 2024 Predictions
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Dec 18, 2024 As the year wraps up, the hosts humorously assess their 2024 predictions, highlighting the transformative role of AI in the workplace and the surge in AI certifications. They dive into the complexities of developer platforms and discuss the evolving landscape between hyperscalers and on-prem solutions, weighing long-term cloud benefits against immediate savings. The conversation also reflects on the current state of tech IPOs and venture capital, culminating in an engaging review of their predictions with an invitation for listener feedback.
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AI's Impact on Jobs and Certifications
- AI assistants are starting to displace jobs, and AI certifications are booming.
- The AI field offers lucrative opportunities, but it's rapidly changing with new models emerging daily.
The AI Gold Rush and Microsoft's Smart Play
- The rise of AI has created a gold rush, with massive investments pouring in.
- Microsoft's strategic investment in OpenAI, leveraging their servers in exchange for funding, is a brilliant move.
Platform Engineering's Rise in Kubernetes
- Kubernetes is shifting towards platform engineering as the primary interaction method.
- While not fully realized, platform engineering has become the dominant focus within the Kubernetes ecosystem.