Screaming in the Cloud

Computer science professor George Porter discusses the shift to optical networking in data centers, computing's environmental impact, challenges of cloud computing in academia, and the benefits of scalable, sustainable computing systems.

Join Corey Quinn and MinIO's co-founder and CEO, AB Periasamy, for a look into MinIO's strategic approach to integrating open-source contributions with its business objectives amidst the AI evolution. They discuss the effect of AI on data management, highlight the critical role of data replication, and advocate for the adoption of cloud-native architecture. Their conversation examines the insights of data replication, mentioning its pivotal role in ensuring efficient data management and storage. Overall, a recurring theme throughout the episode is the importance of simplifying technology to catalyze a broader understanding and utilization that can remain accessible and beneficial to all.Show Highlights: (00:00) - Intro(03:40) - MinIO's evolution and commitment to simplicity and scalability.(07:25) - The significance of data replication and object storage's versatility.(12:12) - Challenges and innovations in data backup and disaster recovery.(15:21) - Launch of MinIO's Enterprise Object Store and its comprehensive features.(20:50) - Balancing open-source contributions and commercial objectives.(30:32) - AI's growing influence on data storage strategies and MinIO's role.(34:33) - The shift towards software-defined data infrastructure driven by AI and cloud technologies.(39:40) - Resources and the future of tech (43:31) - Closing thoughts About A.B Periasamy:AB Periasamy is the CEO and co-founder of MinIO. One of the leading thinkers and technologists in the open source software movement, AB was a co-founder and CTO of GlusterFS which was acquired by RedHat in 2011. Following the acquisition, he served in the office of the CTO at RedHat prior to founding MinIO in late 2015. AB is an active angel investor and serves on the board of H2O.ai and the Free Software Foundation of India. He earned his BE in Computer Science and Engineering from Annamalai University.Links:MinIO: https://min.io/Kubernetes:https://kubernetes.io/AWS (Amazon Web Services): https://aws.amazon.com/Twitter: @abperiasamy 

Join Corey Quinn and guest Chris Hill as they dive into the highs and lows of attending AWS re:Invent, covering the event's massive scale, logistical challenges, and tips for future attendees. They also discuss the behind-the-scenes struggles of content creation, the importance of professionalism, and share amusing encounters with security. Learn about unexpected AWS charges, the significance of podcast production quality, and the value of partnering with a podcast production team for top-notch content.

On this week’s episode of Screaming in the Cloud, Corey Quinn is joined by Joel Griffith. Joel is  the CEO of Browserless.io, a company focused on providing headless browser automation without the pains of hosting. Corey and Joel discuss the most common use cases for headless browsers, the spectrum of web scraping ethics over the last decade, and why it’s so important to always do what you are passionate about no matter how high you climb on the corporate ladder. Joel also gives us his insight into why so many engineers come from creative backgrounds and shares his story of moving from jazz trumpet player to CEO.Full Description / Show Notes(00:00) - Intro(00:53) - Guest Introduction: Joel Griffith(02:51) - The Genesis of Browserless.io(05:21) - Use Cases of Browserless.io(07:19) -The Potential for Abuse of Web Scraping(08:37) - The Legitimate Use Cases of Web Scraping(11:17) - The Power of the Right License Type(13:55) - The Value of Open Source and Charging for Software(14:13) - The Journey to Starting a Business(24:00) - Joel’s Emphasis on Quality of Life(27:43) - Staying Focused on the Work You’re Passionate About(30:00) - Conclusion and Final ThoughtsAbout JoelMaster of puppets and the browsers they run! I'm Joel Griffith, and for over a decade I've helped run, destroy, and make manageable things related to browser automation. I've had the pleasure of working on this in big companies and small, and more recently started Browserless to bring the power of automation to teams of all sizes.Links:Github: https://github.com/joelgriffithTwitter: @browserless https://twitter.com/browserless  

Corey is joined by William Collins, Alkira's head cloud architect, to discuss the obstacles and possibilities of cloud networking. They discuss the evolution, challenges, and necessity of cloud networking, highlighting why this fundamental part of cloud design often goes unrecognized yet truly deserves attention. From William's early days of cloud skepticism to the incredible influence of services such as AWS Transit Gateway, William shares his experiences and insights into how network planning can make a big difference in cloud installations in this episode of Screaming in the Cloud.Show Notes:About William Collins:William Collins is a principal cloud architect at Alkira, where he plays a pivotal role in evangelizing the company's vision, building customer relationships, and leading thought in the network, security, and automation spaces within the cloud ecosystem. With a rich background in enterprise technology across financial services and healthcare, including a significant tenure as Director of Cloud Architecture at Humana, William has made substantial contributions to cloud adoption and network modernization. Beyond his professional pursuits, William is passionate about content creation, hosting The Cloud Gambit Podcast, and teaching as a LinkedIn Learning Instructor. His expertise spans automation, cloud computing, and network engineering. An advocate for continuous learning and innovation, William's outside interests include woodworking, playing ice hockey, and guitar. While his insights are influential, they reflect his personal views and not those of his employer.Show Highlights: (00:00) Introduction(03:24) William Collins shares his initial skepticism towards cloud computing (07:28) The evolution of cloud networking(13:50) The role of upfront planning in cloud network deployment to avoid scalability and complexity issues.(21:10) The shift from complicated, manual network setups to simple, effective cloud systems .(24:13) William uses Netflix's network design as an example of how cloud networking powers seamless user experiences (27:44) The future of cloud networking and the ongoing need for innovation(30:23)  Closing remarks Links:Alkira's Website: https://www.alkira.com/The Cloud Gambit Podcast: https://www.thecloudgambit.com/William Collins on X (Twitter) https://twitter.com/WCollins502AWS Transit Gateway  https://aws.amazon.com/transit-gateway/William Collins on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-collins-

The podcast covers hidden costs of AWS services, efficient data movement, S3 versioning impact, AWS Compute Optimizer benefits, IPv4 address charges, on-premise data centers consideration, cloud vs on-premise economics, role of consultants, and future of cloud management

Explore the challenges of scaling websites, server reliability, and customer profitability with WP Engine's founder. Learn about website speed optimization, WordPress scalability in the cloud, and balancing free speech online. Dive into strategic infrastructure management, pricing strategies, and navigating ethical decisions in content moderation.

Corey Quinn talks with Elad Ben-Israel, CEO and Co-founder of Wing Cloud, about the creation of Wing, a revolutionary programming language designed to simplify cloud application development. Elad shares his experiences at AWS and the journey to developing Wing Cloud, highlighting the challenges developers face with existing cloud paradigms and how Wing aims to seamlessly integrate infrastructure and application code. The conversation goes further into Wing's open-source nature, its design philosophy focused on making cloud development more accessible, and the delicate balance between commercial interests and open-source contributions.Show highlights: (00:17) - Corey Quinn introduces Elad Ben-Israel(02:27) - Elad Ben-Israel discusses the motivation behind creating Wing,(06:28) - Elad presents Wing as a programming language designed to add an architectural dimension to cloud programming(09:45) - The demarcation between application and platform is explored(13:27) - Introduction of the "platform provider" within Wing(22:18) - The Importance of Choice in Cloud Development(31:22) - Getting started on Wing (33:14) - Closing remarks About Elad Ben-Israel: Elad has been coding since he remembers himself, which is quite a long time ago, and always had an unexplained attraction to developer tools. He created the AWS CDK when working at AWS and is now the co-founder and CEO of Wing Cloud, which is building Winglang, a programming language for the cloud.Links Referenced:Winglang.ioWinglang on GitHub - https://github.com/winglang/wingWinglang Slack Community - https://winglang.slack.com/join/shared_invite/zt-23emj8uue-ZF4ijRNtdDOLO5F7iIz~NA#/shared-invite/emailElad Ben-Israel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hackingonstuff/

Kris Gillespie, lead platform engineer for Silverflow, joins Corey Quinn on "Screaming in the Cloud" to talk about Cloud WAN's exciting new role in cloud networking. Kris explains Silverflow's journey, from the original problems with network scalability and the resolution of IP conflicts, to fully utilizing Cloud WAN for global connectivity and easier network management. Kris, who enjoys simplifying complex network architectures, discusses how Cloud WAN has enabled Silverflow to seamlessly integrate between regions and cloud providers, meeting their mission-critical needs for low latency and reliable transaction processing. Listen in to see how Cloud WAN has transformed the approach to solving fundamental network problems, demonstrating the importance for companies and engineers of knowing how to navigate the constantly evolving cloud landscape. Show Highlights: (00:00) Introduction to the show(01:57) Kris recounts the initial challenges Silverflowy and the discovery of Cloud WAN(04:15) The advantages of Cloud WAN over traditional transit gateways(08:35) Infrastructure management with OrgFormation (12:15) Insights into the use of historical and current networking technologies (21:13) challenges and implications of transitioning to IPv6(33:10) Kris highlights the real need for Cloud WAN(37:50) Closing remarksAbout KrisKris is a 28-year industry veteran. He started in '95 back in Australia on the help desk for the first ISP in the country. Since then has moved to the Netherlands, switching roles between network, systems and storage engineering. During this time has been involved in developing certifications for both IBM and (the now defunct) EMC, among others. Worked heavily in the finance/banking sector. The last 10 years has been keenly focused on the cloud space and as is the term these days, combined these skills into what's popularly coined, a "Platform Engineer"Currently works for a payments processing startup, Silverflow, as their Principal Platform Engineer, leading their Platform team and ensuring the platform can scale globally.Links Referenced:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krisgillespie/blog: https://blog.viking-ops.io/

From a systems admin to a cloud computing pioneer, Anthony Esper illustrates the dynamic landscape of cloud technology and its impact on businesses in this episode of Screaming in the Cloud. Using his vast experience and extensive expertise, Anthony shares his insights on developing the Golden VPC module, the intricacies of cloud consulting across various industries, and the pivotal role of strategic planning in cloud adoption. Tune in for practical advice and expert insights!About AnthonyAnthony Esper is a seasoned Chief Technology Officer with over two decades in technology consulting. His pioneering work includes developing self-showing real estate technology with Occupi Inc and leading over 20 AWS projects across major US corporations. Esper's expertise spans cloud computing, security, and big data, contributing to his reputation as a tech industry influencer.Show highlights: (00:00) - Introduction(01:07) - Backstory of the Golden VPC Module Creation(05:13) - The Realities of Cloud Consulting(09:52) - AWS Operational Challenges and Solutions(19:30) - Significance of Strategic Cloud Adoption(28:42) - Closing RemarksLinks Referenced:Golden VPC Module video: https://youtu.be/fHGO03piySM?si=2NAFRPCBN-VwJPCPLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-esper-9182441