The CTO Show with Mehmet Gonullu

In this episode, we sit down with Ankit Jain, Managing Director - Head of Corporate & Investment Banking Domain at SoftServe, to discuss the rapidly evolving world of banking and financial services. With over 25 years of industry experience, Ankit shares his insights on digital transformation, fintech competition, the power of data, and the role of technology in combating financial crime. Join us as we dive into the future of banking and learn how financial institutions can adapt and thrive in a competitive and regulated environment.

Join us as we sit down with Gary Garth, founder and CEO of elev8.io, Great Dane Ventures, and AcceleratorPlatform.io, and learn from his 20+ years of experience in sales and entrepreneurship. In this episode, Gary shares the biggest lessons learned throughout his entrepreneurial journey, his approach to evaluating startups, and why founders should prioritize sales. We also discuss current trends in the tech and startup world, as well as Gary's advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Plus, don't miss out on the chance to get Gary's book, 'The Zero to 100 Million Sales Blueprint,' for free using the coupon code 'cto' at checkout from here: www.0to100million.comApply at checkout COUPON: cto Check Gary's Company website: https://elev8.io/

Description: In this engaging episode, we explore two insightful articles on IT innovation and low-code/no-code solutions. Learn how to craft IT innovation strategies for real-world value, as discussed in this CIO article [1], and how low-code and no-code platforms can accelerate AI app development, as featured in this InfoWorld article [2]. Discover the benefits of combining these approaches to drive business success in the digital age. [1] https://www.cio.com/article/472618/crafting-it-innovation-strategies-for-real-world-value.html [2] https://www.infoworld.com/article/3692810/build-ai-apps-faster-with-low-code-and-no-code.html

In this episode, we speak with Jeff Ton, a technology executive, author, and keynote speaker. Jeff shares his insights on leadership in the technology industry, discussing the key takeaways from his books Amplify Your Value and Amplify Your Job Search, and the topics he frequently speaks about on podcasts. He also shares his experiences working in various industries and how he approached specific challenges and opportunities, including the impact of COVID-19 on the technology industry. Jeff provides advice for early-career technology executives on cultivating important leadership qualities, and speaks to his valuable perspectives on the industry, featured in publications such as Forbes and Huffington Post. Get to know more about Jeff and his work here: http://www.jeffreyston.com/

In the past 2-3 weeks, I started to see discussions around some changes affecting startups, solopreneurs, and indie makers because of other platforms or vendors changing their pricing model, APIs, and so on. Today I am sharing my personal views on the critical topic of platform and vendor lock-in for startups and solopreneurs. Discover the opportunities and risks associated with building on existing platforms or relying on specific vendors, and learn why it's essential to carefully assess these risks to maintain independence in the ever-evolving business landscape.

In this episode, we delve into the concept of microservices, providing a balanced overview of their implications for both the technical and business aspects of organizations. Gain insights into the benefits, challenges, and best practices of adopting microservices. Equip yourself with the knowledge to make informed decisions on whether microservices are right for your organization.

In this episode of the CTO Show with Mehmet, we explore the fascinating world of APIs and generative AI technologies, and how they are revolutionizing automation across industries. We discuss the background of APIs, their role in enhancing automation, and how the new wave of generative AI is enabling us to do more with less. Tune in to discover exciting examples, use cases, and future possibilities that APIs and generative AI have to offer.

In this episode, we sit down with Agostino "Ago" Giglio, a fellow member of the 100DaysofNoCode cohort, to discuss his journey into the world of no-code development. Ago shares his insights on choosing the right platform for building MVPs, overcoming challenges during the process, and validating his idea. As a developer with coding experience, Ago also shares his perspective on why no-code tools are a game-changer and offers valuable advice for anyone looking to build their own projects using no-code platforms. If you are interested to join the cohort starting 1st of May join here: https://www.100daysofnocode.com/no-code-mvp?ref=Mehmet

In this episode, I speak with Jackie, a fellow member of the 100daysofnocode cohort, about her experience building an MVP for finding vegan donuts. We discuss her motivation for joining the course, her approach to designing the MVP, the challenges she faced and overcame, and how she validated the idea. Jackie also shares her thoughts on what people can expect from joining no-code courses and her plans for the MVP.

In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of digital twin technology, discussing its background, history, and use cases across various industries. We also examine the challenges associated with implementing digital twins and envision the future of this groundbreaking technology. Join us as we delve into how digital twins are revolutionizing industries and shaping our future.