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.

In this discussion, Pete Naylor, a product manager at Enterprise DB, shares insights from his extensive experience, including his role in migrating Amazon off Oracle. He highlights the challenges faced during Amazon's transition to DynamoDB and the complexities of cloud computing. The conversation touches on the importance of understanding database technologies and customer needs. Pete also discusses the necessity of empathy and teamwork in tech, reflecting on how his background in emergency services has shaped his professional approach.