Azure & DevOps Podcast Per Kops: Architecture of Ollama and Local LLMs - Episode 342
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Mar 24, 2025 Per Kops, a distinguished software developer at Delegate with nearly two decades in .NET and Azure, shares insights on the evolution of software consulting. He discusses founding ATC-Net to streamline code sharing and foster trust through open-source initiatives. The conversation delves into Ollama's architecture for local LLMs, his fondness for Semantic Kernel's abstraction layers, and the role of vector stores in AI. Per also breaks down complex topics like 'text chunkers' and finding the right tools tailored to business needs.
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Per's Career Journey
- Per Kops's programming journey began with a Commodore 64 and HTML, leading him to Java development.
- He transitioned to Microsoft BI, Dynamics CRM, and finally found his passion in .NET and Azure.
Boutique Consulting
- Delegate, Per's company, adopts a "boutique consultant" mindset, integrating deeply with clients.
- This approach blurs the lines between consultant and employee, fostering close collaboration.
ATC-Net Origins
- ATC-Net, short for "A Touch of Class .NET," was created to avoid redundant coding across projects.
- Open-sourcing generic components builds trust with customers by increasing transparency and enabling contributions.