Software Engineering Daily Palantir with Akshay Krishnaswamy and Christopher Jeganathan
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Nov 26, 2024 
Akshay Krishnaswamy, Chief Architect at Palantir Technologies, and Christopher Jeganathan, Group Lead at Palantir, delve into the fascinating evolution of their data analytics platform. They discuss the transition from desktop applications to AI-driven cloud solutions, highlighting the integration of generative AI models. The conversation covers empowering users with no-code tools, navigating complex software deployments, and adapting their technology to meet diverse user demographics. Insights on how these developments influence decision-making in various sectors are particularly engaging.
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Palantir's Early Days
- Palantir started as a Java swing client after 9/11, focusing on counterterrorism missions for US and allied governments.
- It evolved to address fragmented data issues, integrating data for better decision-making, even on rugged laptops in disconnected environments.
Modernizing Palantir
- Palantir transitioned from Java Swing to web-based interfaces and cloud infrastructure, improving accessibility and scalability.
- Despite the modernization, Palantir maintains the ability to deploy its software on diverse devices, including edge devices and trucks.
Apollo Platform
- Palantir's Apollo platform enables continuous delivery and addresses complex deployment needs in various environments.
- Apollo handles risk tolerance, security patching, and rollbacks while ensuring efficient software updates, even in disconnected or classified networks.
