
Cory O'Daniel
CEO of Massdriver and a founding member of OpenTofu. Focuses on infrastructure as code and operational abstractions.
Top 3 podcasts with Cory O'Daniel
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Mar 11, 2024 • 49min
Cory O'Daniel on DevOps vs. Platform Engineering
Cory O'Daniel challenges the notion of DevOps in his blog. He discusses the need for a consolidated approach with platform engineering. The conversation explores security in cloud-native development and the key factors in this field.

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Oct 22, 2024 • 45min
The Real Measure of Success in Platform Engineering | MassDriver CEO Cory O'Daniel
Cory O'Daniel, CEO and co-founder of MassDriver, brings over 20 years of experience in DevTools and platform engineering. In a lively discussion, he debunks the myth of the ‘Golden Path’ in DevOps, revealing the pitfalls many organizations face. He shares insights on the evolution of cloud operations and the transformative role of internal developer platforms. Cory raises thought-provoking questions about measuring success in platform engineering and the challenges of balancing new hires with operational demands, making this conversation a must-listen for tech enthusiasts.

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May 27, 2025 • 48min
OpenTofu with Cory O’Daniel and Malcolm Matalka
Cory O’Daniel, CEO of Massdriver and a founding member of OpenTofu, joins Malcolm Matalka, Co-Founder at Terrateam, to discuss the creation of OpenTofu, an open-source alternative to Terraform. They dive into its origins as a response to licensing changes and the thrill of fostering community engagement. The conversation highlights how OpenTofu aims to prevent vendor lock-in, enhance flexibility, and maintain compatibility with Terraform. They also address the challenges faced in evolving the HashiCorp Configuration Language and the cultural hurdles organizations encounter with Infrastructure as Code.