Ship It! Cloud, SRE, Platform Engineering

Your customer is Amazon.com

Oct 25, 2024

In this engaging discussion, guests Pete Naylor, a seasoned product manager at EnterpriseDB; Kurt Mackey, co-founder of Fly.io; Avthar Suothen from Timescale; and Adam Jacob, co-founder of System Initiative, explore Amazon's significant transition from Oracle databases to AWS solutions. They share insights on using Timescale with Postgres for AI applications and the importance of teamwork and empathy in tech. The conversation also highlights innovative approaches to database management and the evolving landscape of AI technologies.

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Quick takeaways

Understanding foundational cloud technologies empowers developers to maximize the efficiency and potential of advanced computing services like AWS Lambda.

Tech conferences play a crucial role in fostering community engagement and knowledge sharing among industry professionals in open source and cloud technologies.

Navigating the complex database landscape requires informed choices that balance traditional relational principles with the scalability offered by modern NoSQL solutions.

Deep dives

Understanding the Cloud: A Creative Approach

The cloud is often perceived as a magical entity, but a deeper understanding reveals that it is built upon foundational technologies that have evolved. Historically, before cloud services, developers managed dedicated servers manually, which could be a daunting task. Today, services like AWS Lambda may seem mysterious, yet they are essentially advanced methods of launching small virtual machines for efficient computing. Recognizing the mechanics behind cloud technologies empowers developers to create innovative features and applications that leverage the full potential of these systems.

Intro

4min

Navigating Tech and Community Insights

18min

Exploring Postgres and AI Development with Timescale

6min

Navigating the AWS Transition

10min

The Power of Teamwork and Empathy in Tech

4min

Supporting Military Families and Innovations in Infrastructure

8min

Navigating Database Complexity and Innovation

22min

Navigating the Future of AI and Database Technologies

3min

From switching ISPs to migrating Amazon off Oracle, Pete Naylor knows which database to use.

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Pete Naylor – GitHub, LinkedIn, X
Justin Garrison – GitHub, LinkedIn, X
Autumn Nash – GitHub, LinkedIn, X

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Amazon turns off last Oracle instance

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