Niels Claeys

Niels Claeys, a lead engineer at Dataminded and expert in Kubernetes optimization, shares insights on building Conveyor, a data platform processing over 1.5 million core hours monthly. He reveals how switching scheduler strategies can cut costs significantly while enhancing resource use. Niels also discusses achieving 97% spot instance utilization and the importance of multi-type diversification. He emphasizes the need for simplicity in coding and effective communication in tech, alongside practical tips for scaling and optimizing workloads.