

Life Is But A Stream
Confluent
There’s a new divide in the data revolution—there are the organizations harnessing real-time data streaming for immediate impact, and there are those left in the dust.
Life Is But A Stream is a web show for technology leaders who need to act the instant data is created. Every episode, technical leaders and industry pioneers share how they’re utilizing data streaming to enrich, analyze, and put real-time data to work across use cases that were once unimaginable. Host Joseph Morais and senior tech leaders break down winning strategies with real-world examples, teaching you how to accelerate decision-making, achieve measurable business impact, and turn your data into your biggest competitive advantage.
Ready to lead the data streaming revolution? Join us on Life Is But A Stream.
Powered by the data streaming experts at Confluent.
Life Is But A Stream is a web show for technology leaders who need to act the instant data is created. Every episode, technical leaders and industry pioneers share how they’re utilizing data streaming to enrich, analyze, and put real-time data to work across use cases that were once unimaginable. Host Joseph Morais and senior tech leaders break down winning strategies with real-world examples, teaching you how to accelerate decision-making, achieve measurable business impact, and turn your data into your biggest competitive advantage.
Ready to lead the data streaming revolution? Join us on Life Is But A Stream.
Powered by the data streaming experts at Confluent.
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Feb 18, 2025 • 1h 1min
Ep 2 - Processing Without Pause: Continuous Stream Processing and Apache Flink®
Anna McDonald and Abhishek Walia from Confluent share their expertise on stream processing, highlighting its advantages over batch processing. They dive into tools like Apache Flink and Kafka Streams, explaining their unique approaches and applications. Real-world examples showcase the transformative power of real-time data in industries such as banking and healthcare. The discussion also covers the importance of proofs of concept and observability in optimizing data workflows, while emphasizing adaptability in an ever-evolving tech landscape.

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Feb 4, 2025 • 1h 1min
Ep 1 - Stream On: Unleashing Innovation with Data Streaming
Tim Berglund, VP of Developer Relations at Confluent, explores the fascinating world of data streaming. He explains how this technology replaces traditional batch processing with real-time insights. Listeners will learn the fundamentals of event-driven architecture and the transformative impact of streaming in industries such as fintech. Tim shares his journey in tech, emphasizing the importance of clear systems in data management. He envisions a future where real-time data flows enhance customer experiences and innovation across businesses.

Jan 27, 2025 • 2min
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Life Is But A Stream is the web show for tech leaders who must respond the second data is created. This show is your guide to staying ahead of the curve and leading the data revolution, not getting left behind.Data streaming isn’t just a buzzword; it’s the driving force behind instant analytics, enhanced customer experiences, and cutting-edge innovation. From foundational concepts to advanced techniques like stream processing and real-time data integration, this web show provides the insights you need to revolutionize your business.Hosted by Joseph Morais, Technical Champion and Data Streaming Evangelist at Confluent, each episode features technical leaders and industry pioneers sharing real examples of how they’re leveraging real-time data and event-driven architecture to transform their operations. Learn strategies to accelerate decision-making, amplify business impact, and gain a competitive edge.Lead the data revolution – subscribe to Life Is But A Stream today. Watch on YouTube or listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite audio platform.Powered by the data streaming experts at Confluent.Links:Watch and Subscribe on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@ConfluentListen and Subscribe on:Apple PodcastsSpotifyAmazon MusicLearn more at Confluent.ioOur Sponsor:Confluent is pioneering a fundamentally new category of data infrastructure focused on data in motion. Our cloud-native offering is the foundational platform for data in motion—designed to be the intelligent connective tissue enabling real-time data, from multiple sources, to constantly stream across the organization. With Confluent, our customers can meet the new business imperative of delivering rich, digital customer experiences and real-time business operations. Our mission is to help every organization harness data in motion so they can compete and thrive in the modern world. Learn more at Confluent.io.