Brian Gracely

Brian Gracely, a cloud and AI commentator; Aaron Delp, a cloud industry analyst; and Brandon Whichard, a tech news expert, dive into July 2024's cloud and AI happenings. They discuss the chaotic impact of CrowdStrike's outage and legal troubles with Delta Airlines, as well as challenges in chip manufacturing with Intel. The trio also explores the optimism in emerging tech job opportunities, AI's genuine impact versus hype, and strategies for navigating current political and professional uncertainties.

Special guest host Brian Gracely joins Brandon and Coté to discuss HashiCorp's transition to BSL, AWS CEO Adam Selipsky's interview, and the use of the word 'orthogonal.' They explore the changing landscape of open source, building new cloud services, and the strengths of tech companies. They also highlight AWS's unique features and upcoming conferences, share personal AI recommendations, and discuss Bruce Sterling's keynotes and the Elements hotel.

Brian Gracely, Aaron Delp, and Brandon Whichard dive into the biggest cloud and AI stories from September 2024. They discuss the mixed results of AI regulation and OpenAI's financial struggles, revealing only three of its original founders remain. Excitingly, Google is debuting new AI tools, prompting Aaron to reconsider his search choices. The conversation also covers Intel's unexpected surge in cloud computing and the resurgence of infrastructure as code fueled by AI advancements, showcasing the tech landscape's dynamic shifts.

Brian Gracely, a technology strategist and host of The Cloudcast, joins for a deep dive into tech strategy. They explore Broadcom's complex acquisition of VMware and Docker's recent resurgence in the market. Netflix's evolution from DVDs to studio acquisitions highlights the battle for consumer attention against platforms like TikTok. The discussion also touches on Intel's struggles and the contrasting AI strategies between building proprietary models versus leveraging external ones. Get ready for insights on tech trends and industry dynamics!

Brian Gracely and Brandon Whichard discuss trends in Cloud and AI for May 2024. Topics include the evolution of Cloud conversations, the impact of large acquisitions, the shift towards a constant trade show season, and the influence of AI on enterprise discussions. They also touch on the challenges faced by venture capitalists during the pandemic and reflect on Broadcom's control over VMware and the severance from AWS.