Energy Bytes

AI isn't just a buzzword in oil and gas, it’s changing the game, and we’re breaking it down with someone who’s been in the trenches making it happen. From smarter fracking and streamlined drilling to navigating the chaos of legacy systems, this convo peels back the curtain on what it *really* takes to build tech that actually works in the field. We’re talking massive data, modular design, edge computing, and the art of blending innovation with boots-on-the-ground practicality. If you’re curious how AI is actually showing up in energy (and not just living in PowerPoints), you’ll want to hear this one.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro00:37 - What Does Capsher Technology Do02:39 - Evolution of Software Development05:09 - Strengths of AI Technology06:26 - Overview of Collide Software09:04 - Understanding RAG Models10:09 - Implementing AI Solutions13:43 - Energy-Specific Software Development18:14 - High-Resolution Data Acquisition Techniques22:15 - Benefits of Containerization25:22 - Data Transfer to the Cloud29:20 - Frontend Technologies in Use30:33 - Introduction to GraphQL31:54 - Common Software Projects33:20 - Mobile Development Trends37:12 - AI-Assisted Software Development43:35 - AI Expectations vs. Reality47:34 - Journey into Technology50:45 - Speed Round55:56 - Where to Find Joshua Johnstonhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.linkedin.com/company/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcattershttps://www.youtube.com/@digitalwildcatters

What happens when a control room engineer gets fed up with clunky old systems and decides to rebuild them from the ground up? You get CruxOCM, a company shaking up pipeline automation with tools like PipeBot and GatherBot that sound like sci-fi but are very real (and very efficient). Vicki Knott shares how she went from pulp and paper mills to leading a tech company that blends first-principles engineering with machine learning to make pipelines safer, faster, and smarter. We talk outdated SCADA, automation that actually works, and how merging physics with AI is unlocking massive ESG potential in midstream.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro00:50 - Best Places to Build Software Companies03:20 - Evaluating Canadian Tech Talent06:15 - Vicki's Journey to Krux14:14 - IIoT vs SCADA Explained15:27 - Overview of Krux's Services17:50 - The Journey of Krux19:34 - Pipet Technology Insights20:35 - Data Access Solutions23:35 - Historic vs Modern Architecture26:50 - OUTRO27:01 - Krux vs Competitors Analysis28:30 - Understanding the Technology Stack29:30 - Onboarding New Clients Effectively34:00 - Krux and Microsoft Fabric Integration36:10 - Optimizing Maintenance with Krux37:23 - Krux's Connection to SCADA Systems39:14 - Impact of AI and LLMs on Business43:37 - Focus and Task Management Challenges44:29 - ESG Benefits in Energy Sector47:54 - Optimizing Energy Infrastructure Strategies49:25 - Understanding the Energy Sector50:55 - Silicon Valley's View on Energy Industry54:28 - Recommended Books for Entrepreneurs55:09 - Exploring Canadian Snacks56:24 - Dining Recommendations in Calgary57:20 - Favorite Vacation Destinations58:01 - Understanding Canadian Slang58:34 - Connecting with Vicki Knotthttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.linkedin.com/company/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcattershttps://www.youtube.com/@digitalwildcatters

AI in oil and gas isn't just a buzzword, it's actually solving real problems out in the field. On this episode, we chat with someone who's knee-deep in the data trenches and building tools that make workflows faster, smarter, and way less painful. From using vibration data to predict when gear’s about to break, to training AI to read and summarize boring old PDFs, it’s all about turning raw info into real decisions. There’s even talk of automating SQL queries (so your data team can finally breathe). If you’ve ever wrestled with messy data or clunky systems, this one’s got some seriously cool insights.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro01:24 - Mistral's New API05:02 - Multimodal Models in Data Pipelines07:03 - Generative vs Deterministic Models10:56 - Generative AI Program11:52 - Generative AI in Oil & Gas Industry18:05 - RAG Memory Capabilities19:50 - Training Your Data Team23:34 - Visa's Data Architecture Insights33:10 - Why Choose Databricks35:00 - Text to SQL Transformation35:52 - Generative AI Applications37:55 - AutoML Overview43:19 - Technical Skills Erosion in Data45:30 - N-Gen Projects and Innovations48:40 - Vibration Data as Physical Measurement51:33 - Insights from Vibration Data55:26 - Personal Journey in Data59:23 - Empowering Subject Matter Experts1:00:09 - Formal Education vs Self-Taught Paths1:05:35 - Speed Round1:10:15 - End1:10:48 - Favorite Vacation Destination1:11:38 - Contact Ryan and Social Linkshttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.linkedin.com/company/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcattershttps://www.youtube.com/@digitalwildcatters

Oil and gas engineers drowning in data, meet your new best friend—Wise Rock. We’re talking lightning-fast analytics, effortless communication, and a platform built to make your life easier. Brock Meyer, the brains behind it, joins us to share how his tech is slashing downtime, streamlining workflows, and bringing exception-based surveillance to the oilfield. Think real-time SCADA data, production forecasts, and well histories all in one sleek, intuitive interface. No more clunky systems or data black holes—just clean, contextualized insights that actually help you get ahead. Brock’s journey from petroleum engineer to tech founder is packed with lessons on modern data stacks, AI-driven decision-making, and why human-centered design is the future of oil and gas.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro00:48 - Catching Up02:04 - Guest Introduction05:48 - Importance of Communication in Data Platforms08:52 - Foundation for AI/ML Models09:58 - Wise Rock’s Value Proposition12:45 - Early Days of Wise Rock21:22 - Data Visualization Techniques26:25 - Technology Stack Overview30:14 - Why Choose Dagsure33:53 - Market Penetration Strategies39:43 - Exploring TimescaleDB40:50 - Tech Deep Dive42:40 - Wise Rock's Industry Impact45:54 - Importance of Quality Data49:25 - Future Plans for Wise Rock52:50 - IronPython Reference Discussion55:44 - Speed Round Q&A59:58 - Where to Find Brock Meyer1:00:04 - Contacting Brock Meyer1:01:08 - Final Thoughts on the Episode1:01:33 - Outrohttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.linkedin.com/company/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcattershttps://www.youtube.com/@digitalwildcatters

From Kazakhstan to Louisiana and now shaking up the oil and gas industry, Onega Ulanova’s story is as bold as her startup, QMS2GO. This AI-powered tool is turning the grind of quality management into a smooth operation—automating audits, crafting training materials, and capturing wisdom from seasoned machinists. Inspired by her own experience as a quality auditor, Onega created QMS2GO to save quality managers hours (if not weeks!) of manual work. With plans to grow, fundraise, and launch a beta release, this tech is set to make waves for companies big and small. Plus, who doesn’t love a smart AI sidekick handling the heavy lifting?Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro00:55 - What is QMS2GO? | Quality Management System03:25 - Auditing Process | Compliance & Standards11:07 - Journey to Louisiana Tech | Educational Background12:01 - Moving to the US from Kazakhstan | Immigration Experience14:15 - Starting Your Own Company | Entrepreneurship Journey18:55 - LA New Product Development | Innovation Strategies21:20 - Transition from Industrial to Consumer Products | Market Shift24:24 - Early Products | Product Development History25:04 - Shark Tank | Pitching to Investors27:19 - QMS2GO Overview | Business Model29:10 - Building for Different Industries | Market Adaptation31:16 - Return to Auditing | Career Path33:35 - Bootstrapping | Funding Strategies34:34 - Responsibility of Taking Other People's Money | Financial Ethics38:44 - Strategic Investor Relationships | Funding Advice41:40 - Investor Skepticism | Business Viability45:08 - QMS2GO’s Users | Customer Base51:13 - How QMS2GO is Being Used | Practical Applications52:56 - Importance of User Feedback | Continuous Improvement55:33 - Raising Funds | Fundraising Strategies56:50 - Pricing Model | Business Strategy01:01:23 - AI in Cold Outreach | Technology in Marketing01:03:34 - Speed Round | Quick Questions01:03:54 - Things to Do in Ruston | Local Attractions01:04:33 - Best Restaurant in Houston | Dining Recommendations01:06:23 - Running a Company in Ruston | Business Environment01:08:04 - Best Place to Eat in Shreveport | Food Recommendations01:09:02 - How to Reach Andiega | Contact Informationhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

What happens when a lightning-fast database meets a quirky name like MotherDuck? You get DuckDB—an embeddable powerhouse shaking up the data warehouse world. It’s fast, it’s sleek, and it’s turning traditional multi-node setups into yesterday’s news. Jacob Matson from MotherDuck spills the beans on how they’re turbocharging DuckDB for the cloud, making it a dream for anyone juggling local and cloud workflows. Think edge computing, IoT magic, and SQL that's so smart it practically writes itself. Whether you’re crunching numbers in finance or wrangling data in oil and gas, this one’s for the data nerds who like their tech cutting-edge and their tools feather-light.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro02:06 - DuckDB for Google Sheets05:24 - Jacob’s Journey to DuckDB11:05 - OLTP vs OLAP13:08 - DuctDB16:59 - MDSinaBox19:08 - NBA Jam20:05 - MDS in a Box22:19 - Running on the Edge23:56 - Chick-fil-A26:20 - DuckDB31:10 - Querying Data Where It Lives35:30 - ODBC vs Arrow DataFusion42:13 - Mothertuck42:55 - Motherduck46:25 - What is Mother Duck51:10 - Connecting BI Tools to Mother Duck52:55 - PG DuckDB54:33 - Using DuctDB with Postgres56:21 - DuctDB as Cache for Snowflake58:25 - ROI of Data Teams1:01:30 - Future of ELT1:05:20 - Embeddings in Data1:06:20 - Language Models in Analytics1:07:40 - Prompt SQL Techniques1:15:10 - DuckDB Pushing SQL Forward1:18:22 - Speed Round1:19:34 - Favorite Non-DuckDB Database1:20:28 - Favorite Video or Board Game1:21:07 - Best Places to Eat in Seattle1:21:37 - Tyson vs Jake Paul 2https://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

AI and energy might sound like an odd couple, but data² is making it a match made in industrial heaven. With their GraphRAG tech hitting 99% accuracy, they’re tackling billion-dollar challenges like well abandonment and lease block acquisition while rethinking how the energy sector uses AI. Led by John Brewton, who’s blended big-league experience from Chevron with cutting-edge tech smarts, the team’s unique mix of energy pros, tech experts, and even military minds is driving solutions that are agile, scalable, and downright impressive. This isn’t just about data—it’s about turning AI into a true industry game-changer.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro03:36 - MIT Robot Learning Breakthrough06:24 - DataSqured’s Secret Sauce11:09 - Introduction to ContextSmith14:15 - Jon’s Background and Founding of ContextSmith21:59 - ExtraaD and Graph Usage23:40 - Understanding Graph Databases29:44 - Model Training Techniques32:28 - Introduction to RAG40:45 - Tech Community Challenges42:49 - Transition from POC to Production44:49 - AI Limitations: "I Don't Know"46:05 - Canvass AI Functionality54:35 - Data Integration into Models56:13 - A2D and Data Hosting Environments1:00:26 - Speed Round1:04:08 - Vector Databases Insights1:05:27 - Houston Restaurants Discussionhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Get ready for a deep dive into field data capture with Brandon Ambrose, the mastermind behind EZ Ops, and Ruchita Rosario, data science whiz from Detechtion. They’re breaking down how they’re making life easier for the folks on the ground in oil and gas by bringing AI and smarter data to field operations. Instead of drowning in raw data, operators now have tools that actually make sense of it all—highlighting what matters most, cutting the clutter, and boosting efficiency. From the roots of EZ Ops in Western Canada to becoming a game-changer for blue-collar teams, Brandon and Ruchita share how they’re building a smarter, more connected future for oil and gas.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro01:14 - Detection and EZ Ops02:56 - How EZ Ops Started05:29 - Challenges of Field Data Capture08:26 - Achieving Consistent Field Data Capture13:18 - One Platform to Rule Them All18:01 - Reporting and Analytics20:10 - Advice for Entrepreneurs24:45 - Mobile First vs Web App First25:55 - What is a Progressive Web App28:35 - Original Tech Stack30:25 - Role of a Data Scientist34:35 - Snowflake and Sigma40:18 - AIML Applications for EZ Ops43:33 - Early Wins from Operator Optimization46:20 - EZ Ops Historical and Future Target Users53:00 - Gamification Strategies58:11 - Closing Remarks1:00:42 - Speed Round1:05:23 - Book and Podcast Recommendations1:09:04 - Where to Eat in Toronto1:10:55 - Finding Ruchi and Brandonhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters

Atheer Al-Attar, a principal data scientist from Spotfire, and Jose Leviaguirre, a telecommunications engineer and AI expert, share insights on revolutionizing data analysis in the oil and gas sector. They discuss how Spotfire’s AI-driven co-pilot enhances decision-making with real-time visualizations. Listeners will learn about the platform's adaptability, the significance of user empowerment in data manipulation, and how innovative features like automation and the data science library set Spotfire apart from traditional tools.

Hatem Nasr, Global Director of Digital Energy O&G at SoftServe, joins John on the Energy Bytes Podcast to discuss the transformative impact of AI and data science on the oil and gas sector. With over 15 years dedicated to the digital oilfield, Hatem shares his vision for integrating smart systems and generative AI to tackle the industry's knowledge drain and boost production efficiency. He highlights the pressing issue of declining petroleum engineering graduates and advocates for investing in technology today to secure the industry's future. Through a compelling conversation, Hatem explores how Gen AI can raise the sector’s operational IQ, emphasizing its critical role in sustaining and optimizing oil and gas production.https://www.linkedin.com/in/hatemnasrphdhttps://www.softserveinc.com/en-us/industries/the-energy-sector/energy-oil-and-gasJoin the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode. Click here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 - Intro00:40 - SoftServe04:00 - Generative AI07:00 - JAIG Impact on Oil and Gas IQ12:02 - OpenAI in Energy17:45 - Industry Knowledge Loss21:58 - Significance of Generative AI23:55 - AI's Role in Oil and Gas25:29 - AI Use-Cases: Subsurface Data Processing26:10 - AI Use-Cases: ESP Optimization27:38 - AI Use-Cases: Methane Detection29:13 - AI Use-Cases: Regulatory Compliance30:31 - AI Use-Cases: Preliminary Diagnostics35:14 - Multimodal AI Applications38:16 - Industry Challenges: Peak Production40:35 - Industry Challenges: Low Discovery Rates51:00 - IoT Innovations in Oilfield52:54 - Future of Wireless Sensors54:00 - Laura57:18 - Edge Computing in Energy59:34 - Video Analysis Applications1:06:25 - Technology for Injury Prevention1:07:20 - Understanding AI's Limitations1:11:50 - Knowledge Transfer Urgency in Oil and Gashttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters