

The Ravit Show
Ravit Jain
The Ravit Show aims to interview interesting guests, panels, companies and help the community to gain valuable insights and trends in the Data Science and AI space! The show has CEOs, CTOs, Professors, Tech Authors, Data Scientists, Data Engineers, Data Analysts and many more from the industry and academia side.
We do live shows on LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook and other platforms. The motto of The Ravit Show is to the Data Science/AI community grow together!
We do live shows on LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook and other platforms. The motto of The Ravit Show is to the Data Science/AI community grow together!
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Jun 18, 2024 • 8min
Data Observability with Mona Rakibe and Maxim Lukichev, Co-Founders of Telmai
It was such a pleasure to chat with Mona Rakibe and Maxim Lukichev, Co-Founders of Telmai, on The Ravit Show at Google Next. We discussed the keynote session at Google Next, Telmai as a leader in the Data Observability space, future of Telmai and much more!
#data #ai #googlenext2024 #telmai #theravitshow

Jun 17, 2024 • 8min
Turning financial transactions into rich insights with AI with with Michael Cullum
I had an insightful discussion with Michael Cullum, VP of Engineering & Data at Bud on The Ravit Show at Google Cloud Next . Here's what we discussed:
-- Michael shared insights into Bud and how it helps financial customers turn transactions into insights with AI, highlighting the company's role in transforming financial services through data-driven solutions
-- We discussed how Bud partners with Astra DB at the DataStax booth, exploring the synergies and benefits of this partnership in enhancing data management and analytics capabilities
-- Michael elaborated on how AI technology enables Bud Financial to comply with regulatory requirements and standards, emphasizing the crucial role of security in financial data and the measures taken to ensure data privacy and regulatory compliance
-- We explored Bud's embrace of generative AI and its implications for the industry, discussing the transformative potential of this technology and its role in driving innovation and efficiency
-- Michael shared his excitement about Google Cloud Next, highlighting the opportunities for learning, networking, and exploring new technologies and solutions
-- We discussed Bud's future plans in AI and innovations aimed at improving customer experiences for end-users, providing insights into upcoming developments and initiatives
Stay tuned for more discussions and insights on The Ravit Show!
#data #ai #datastax #googlecloudnext #theravitshow

Jun 17, 2024 • 10min
GenAI and Vertex AI with Ed Anuff
Such a pleasure to chat with Ed Anuff, Chief Product Officer at DataStax once again on The Ravit Show at Google Cloud Next. Here's what we discussed --
-- We discussed DataStax's exciting announcement at Google Cloud Next, focusing on the new Vertex AI Extension and its significance in the AI landscape
— We discussed DataStax acquired Langflow
-- Ed shared insights into why integrations like the Vertex AI Extension are crucial, highlighting the challenges developers face in building generative AI applications and how such integrations address these challenges
-- Ed provided more details about DataStax's recent string of big announcements, giving us a glimpse into the company's innovative initiatives and developments
-- We explored some cool examples of GenAI apps developers are building with DataStax, showcasing the practical applications and benefits of these technologies
-- Ed offered valuable advice for attendees at Google Cloud Next and viewers at home around GenAI, providing insights and recommendations for navigating the evolving landscape of AI development
Stay tuned for more discussions and insights on The Ravit Show.
#data #ai #datastax #googlecloudnext #theravitshow

Jun 15, 2024 • 7min
Trino and Iceberg with Jay Chen, VP Product Marketing at Starburst
Loved the conversation with Jay Chen, VP Product Marketing at Starburst on The Ravit Show at Google Cloud Next' 2024. Here's a summary of our discussion:
-- Jay discussed common patterns around Trino in today's data lakehouse world, shedding light on emerging trends and best practices in data architecture.
-- We explored how the combination of Trino and Iceberg enables unique capabilities in data architecture, offering advantages unlike ever before.
-- Jay highlighted the significance of having a solid lakehouse foundation in navigating the world of AI, emphasizing its role in solidifying the data layer for eventual AI innovation.
-- Jay provided insights into recent announcements at Starburst aimed at enabling the data lakehouse, offering solutions and advancements to support organizations in their data initiatives.
A big thank you to Jay Chen for sharing his expertise, and to Google Cloud Next for hosting such an engaging event!
Stay tuned for more discussions and insights on The Ravit Show.
#data #ai #datastax #googlecloudnext #theravitshow

Jun 13, 2024 • 15min
Eliminating the pattern of perpetual migrations with Anil Maddiboina, Principal Solution Architect
Last week we covered Google Next as Press! Check out my discussion with Anil Maddiboina, Principal Solution Architect at Starburst on The Ravit Show at Google Cloud Next. Here's what we discussed --
-- Anil shared insights into the types of data challenges complex organizations struggle with, particularly about hybrid or multi-cloud environments, highlighting common pain points and potential solutions
-- We discussed how decoupling compute from storage helps avoid vendor lock-in and build for the future, offering strategies for organizations to future-proof their data architecture
-- Anil introduced a unique analogy for data as a rosetta stone, explaining its significance in unlocking insights and facilitating communication across different data sources and platforms
-- Instead of treating the cloud as just another on-premise migration, Anil shared insights into how companies can strategically build an architecture that will last beyond 3 years, emphasizing the importance of long-term planning and flexibility
Stay tuned for more discussions and insights on The Ravit Show.
#data #ai #starburst #googlecloudnext #theravitshow

Jun 12, 2024 • 5min
LLMs, RAG, Vector Database, Enterprise Use Cases with Jerry Liu, Co-Founder & CEO of LlamaIndex
Got a chance to chat with one and only, Jerry Liu, Co-Founder & CEO of LlamaIndex on The Ravit Show at NVIDIA GTC! We discussed about LLMs, RAG, Vector Database, Enterprise Use Cases and much more!
#data #ai #nvidiagtc #llamaindex #theravitshow

Jun 12, 2024 • 11min
Emerging Trends in AI with Dr. Sanjay Basu from Oracle and Balaji Chandrasekaran from Protopia AI
I got a chance to host Sanjay Basu PhD from Oracle and Balaji Chandrasekaran from Protopia AI on The Ravit Show at NVIDIA GTC! Our conversation centered on Protopia AI's innovative role in tackling Oracle's unique challenges and the substantial value this collaboration brings to the table for customers. We also explored emerging trends in AI and how their partnership is poised to address these evolving demands, highlighting the keen interest from various sectors.
For those keen on harnessing the synergy between Protopia AI and Oracle, our session provided practical guidance to get started.
Stay tuned for more updates from the forefront of Data & AI innovation!
#data #ai #nvidiagtc #protopia #theravitshow

Jun 11, 2024 • 9min
Problem Solving in Data & AI with Chuan Li and Eiman Ebrahimi
I recently had the fantastic opportunity to Chuan Li, Chief Scientific Officer, Lambda and Eiman Ebrahimi, CEO, Protopia AI on The Ravit Show at NVIDIA GTC. The conversation revolved around insightful conversations, where Chuan and Eiman delved deep into how their companies are transforming the AI landscape.
Here's what we discussed --
Problem Solving in Data & AI: The session started with a critical question: "What problem does Protopia AI solve for LAMBDA?" Eiman eloquently explained the unique challenges these tech giants face and how Protopia AI steps in to provide effective solutions.
Innovative Solutions: Next, we explored how Protopia AI tackles these problems with their cutting-edge technology. It was fascinating to hear about the innovation behind their approaches.
Value of Partnership: I asked Chuan to shed light on the value LAMBDA's partnership with Protopia AI brings to their customers. The insights offered were not just informative but truly indicative of a forward-thinking collaboration.
Engaging Customers: Both guests shared examples of customers eagerly seeking these solutions, highlighting the growing demand in the tech industry for such innovations.
Getting Started: Finally, for those interested in exploring what Protopia AI and LAMBDA have to offer, Chuan and Eiman provided some great starting points, making it easier for potential customers to engage with their technologies.
This is the website — Chuan Li created — https://lnkd.in/deqvDdAx
#data #ai #nvidiagtc #protopia #theravitshow

May 8, 2024 • 9min
Solving Critical Challenges in AI with Eiman Ebrahimi and Hoseb Dermanilian
I recently had the pleasure of hosting Eiman Ebrahimi, Co-Founder & CEO of Protopia AI, and Hoseb Dermanilian, Director of AI, NetApp on The Ravit Show at NVIDIA GTC. Here are some of the insightful highlights from our conversation:
-- Solving Critical Challenges
-- Valuable Partnership
-- Impactful Customer Stories
-- NetApp and Protopia AI Together
Getting Started:
For customers interested in harnessing the power of Protopia and NETAPP, the journey begins with understanding your unique challenges and objectives.
This conversation was a brilliant reminder of the transformative power of AI and the importance of strategic collaborations in technology.
#data #ai #nvidiagtc #protopia #theravitshow

May 6, 2024 • 8min
GenAI and Data Architecture with Abhilash Sharma, Data Architect at Skypoint
NVIDIA GTC was a blast! Check out my conversation with Abhilash Sharma, Data Architect at Skypoint. We had a great discussion about how DataStax is helping Skypoint in the world of GenAI. Check out our full conversation here!
#data #ai #nvidiagtc #datastax #theravitshow


