Forrest Brazeal, Head of Developer Media at Google Cloud, joins Corey to discuss the impact of AI on software engineers. They explore how AI helps or hurts developers, its effects on junior developers and creative roles, pitfalls of a long career as a software developer, breaking into a career in cloud, and predictions for a major shift in the job market.

Emily Freeman, co-founder of the influencer marketing agency Freeman and Forrest, brings a wealth of experience from AWS and Microsoft. Joining her is Forrest Brazeal, a former Google Cloud executive and AWS Hero. They explore the evolving landscape of influencer marketing in technology, emphasizing clear communication for technical audiences. Authenticity and genuine relationships are highlighted as key traits for effective influencers. The duo discusses the crowded market and the importance of understanding how to convey the impact of technology to drive meaningful engagement.

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Forrest Brazeal, a cloud educator, cartoonist, and author, shares insights on his journey from leading content at Google Cloud to his current role at Freeman & Forrest. He discusses the importance of community in the cloud space and highlights projects like The Cloud Resume Challenge, designed to help others succeed. Forrest also provides a humorous take on the job interview process, advocating for more authentic assessments. Tune in for his creative approach to combining technical excellence with community engagement!

Emily Freeman, a tech influencer known for her insights on mental health, teams up with Forrest Brazeal, also in the influencer space, to share candid stories about burnout and the challenges in the tech industry. They discuss the quirky tradition of buying used DVDs, cultural contrasts in work-life balance, and the complexities of modern movie reboots. The conversation also highlights the critical role of authenticity in influencer marketing and the importance of genuine connections amidst the rise of AI-generated content.