Robert Mustacchi

Robert Mustacchi, an Oxide colleague with a rich background in engineering, dives into holistic engineering and experiences porting KVM to SmartOS. He humorously reflects on workplace traditions, like the amusing 'Food for Money Friday' intern tradition. They discuss the significance of collaboration in tech, while shedding light on the serious Meltdown and Spectre vulnerabilities. Robert shares insights into UEFI complexities and the evolution of network interface cards, all while emphasizing the balance of detailed implementation with broader system design principles.

Robert Mustacchi, the most prolific author of Requests for Discussion (RFDs) at Oxide, joins Ben Leonard, who enhanced their RFD site with features like full-text search. They share the significance of RFDs in streamlining communication and decision-making, with over 500 created in just five years. The duo delves into the importance of documentation formats and navigates the complexities of integration with GitHub. They emphasize RFDs as vital for fostering transparency, collaboration, and the cultural evolution at Oxide.

Join experts George Cozma, Robert Mustacchi, Eric Aasen, and Nathanael Huffman as they dive into AMD's groundbreaking 5th generation EPYC processor, Turin. George, an insightful tech blogger, shares his analysis of the new architectures and their competitive advantages against Intel. The conversation covers advancements in power management, the innovative eSpy boot feature, and ongoing challenges in high-density PCB design. They also explore the significance of P4 programmability in networking, illustrating the dynamic evolution of server technologies.