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Building the developer cloud
Dec 12, 2024
Kurt Mackey, Co-founder and CEO of Fly.io, dives into the intricacies of building a developer-centric cloud platform. He discusses the concept of a 'Rebel Alliance' among tech companies, highlighting the alliance's importance for cloud innovations. Kurt shares insights on balancing cloud complexity with usability, critiques of Neon and Supabase, and the exciting plans for a simplified CDN called Pipely. He candidly reflects on the emotional challenges of entrepreneurship while outlining future prospects for Fly.io and the evolving landscape of cloud services.
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- Kurt Mackey emphasizes the need to simplify cloud services to enhance usability and attract developers seeking efficient solutions.
- The concept of the 'Rebel Alliance' highlights the importance of collaboration among cloud companies, though challenges in synergy remain.
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Building a New Cloud
The discussion centers around the challenges and excitement of building a new cloud infrastructure. Kurt Mackey, co-founder of Fly, emphasizes the importance of creating a platform that simplifies cloud usability while maintaining robust performance. This is crucial as developers increasingly seek efficient and straightforward solutions without the complexities traditionally associated with cloud services. By focusing on enhancing user experience, Fly aims to differentiate itself in a competitive landscape filled with established giants.
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