Pia Nilsson

Listen in on this conversation with Lynn Marriott and Pia Nilsson of Vision54 as we talk about their work with Ariya Jutanugarn. We cover everything from what you can actually control in golf to techniuqe changes.

This is the story of Backstage -- a “platform of platforms”, built by Spotify and open to anyone as open source software. Tune in to hear insights about when to build vs buy - and when to open source - or not! Interviews with Jeremiah Lowin, CEO of Prefect.io, a company that runs on what is called an open core model, as well as from Spotify insiders like Pia Nilsson, Director of Engineering and Tyson Singer, Head of Technology and Platforms.

Pia Nilsson, GM for Backstage and head of Developer Experience at Spotify, shares her fascinating journey from social psychology to tech leadership. She discusses the rapid growth of Backstage, highlighting its role in enhancing developer experience and addressing tool sprawl. Pia reveals how AI is transforming workflows and the importance of integration for seamless service discovery. Delving into platform engineering, she emphasizes the balance between standardization and the need for innovative tools, showcasing how Backstage tailors solutions for various user needs.