Welcome to the Jon Myer Podcast, powered by Meyer Media! Today we're exploring the intersection of open source databases, Kubernetes orchestration, and the explosive growth of AI workloads with Peter from Percona.We discuss why traditional thinking about databases is shifting, how organizations are adapting their infrastructure for generative and agentic AI, and what opportunities exist in the open source ecosystem that too many companies are overlooking.Key Topics Discussed:✅ Why Kubernetes is finally ready for database workloads (and how it matured)✅ Percona's Kubernetes operators for MySQL, Postgres, MongoDB, and Valkey✅ Breaking misconceptions: Data safety and performance on Kubernetes✅ How open source databases like Postgres caught up to AI demand with PG Vector✅ Model Context Protocol (MCP) support coming to mainstream databases✅ The hidden costs of AI: Why observability and efficiency matter more than output✅ Avoiding vendor lock-in: Why open source guarantees freedom as costs scale✅ Data governance and training data quality for AI agents✅ Infrastructure as code: When Kubernetes makes the most sense✅ 2026 challenges: Data growth, cost management, and maintaining skillsPeter's Insights:💡 "Open source always catches up with demand. What fuels innovation is the demand itself"💡 "AI makes it easy to create code, but it won't be production-ready. That's when you need observability to spot inefficiencies"💡 "If you're planning high resource usage, you need the freedom to shop around—that's what open source guarantees"💡 "Database observability isn't sexy dinner conversation, but it's critical when your AI costs are sky-high"💡 "Easy is easy at first, but vendor lock-in becomes painful when you make it big"This conversation cuts through the AI hype to address the foundational infrastructure decisions that will make or break your scaling strategy—from training data quality to avoiding cloud platform lock-in.Guest: Peter, PerconaHost: Jon MyerResources: percona.com | GitHub | Engineering BlogSubscribe for more conversations about databases, cloud infrastructure, AI workloads, and open source strategy.#OpenSource #Kubernetes #DatabasesYouTube Timeline:0:00 - Welcome & Introduction0:54 - What Percona is doing with Kubernetes databases2:42 - Why wasn't Kubernetes traditionally used for databases?4:25 - The shift: Why organizations are adopting Kubernetes now5:15 - Which workloads and organizations benefit most from Kubernetes6:22 - Misconceptions about running databases on Kubernetes7:34 - Are open source databases ready for AI workloads?9:30 - Will AI drive new database features?10:23 - How databases evolved with social media (and will with AI)11:30 - Under-discussed opportunities: Training data and observability13:37 - Why backend efficiency isn't dinner table conversation14:32 - Spotting the right time to invest in emerging areas16:23 - Challenges for 2026: Data growth and efficiency17:55 - The vendor lock-in trap with proprietary databases19:39 - Is this a technology or organizational strategy problem?21:55 - The lost art of understanding infrastructure components24:06 - Emerging trends: Data governance, observability, cost management25:09 - Where to find more information about Percona26:02 - Closing thoughts & thank you🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyerWebsite: https://jonmyer.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSFLike my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k#aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization

Welcome to the Jon Myer Podcast, powered by Myer Media! Fresh off the keynote stage at AWS re:Invent 2025, we sit down with Nathan from Metal Toad, an AWS partner helping organizations navigate digital transformation and cloud-native deployment.We unpack the biggest announcements from today's keynote, why they matter, and how these innovations translate into real-world opportunities for enterprises—including when AI might NOT be the right solution yet.Key Topics Discussed:✅ Fine-tuning and distilling models: Making small models more accessible✅ Why small models are the future for accuracy, speed, and edge deployment✅ Nova snapshots: Starting 90% through training, saving millions in costs✅ Real-time AI responses: From 2-3 seconds down to half a second✅ Maintaining engineer flow state with faster AI interactions✅ Kiro going GA: Immediately usable for teams✅ The honest ROI conversation: When NOT to implement AI✅ Moving AI to the edge: Reducing cloud cost variability✅ Trends for 2026: Edge AI adoption accelerating faster than anticipatedNathan's Insights:💡 "Small models can run on smaller form factors—you could actually move them to the edge and run directly on a laptop"💡 "Getting something done to deliver value is better than stopping and starting something newer and shinier"💡 "Calculate ROI first. If it takes 40 hours to implement for 2 hours a week savings, is that worth it?"💡 "Sometimes we tell clients: you don't need AI yet. Building that trust is more important than making a sale"This conversation helps you separate hype from practical implementation, understand immediate opportunities vs. strategic planning needs, and know when to wait before jumping on the AI bandwagon.Guest: Nathan, Metal ToadHost: Jon MyerRecorded at: AWS re:Invent 2025, Las VegasYouTube Timeline0:00 - Welcome from AWS re:Invent 2025 keynote stage0:49 - Game changer: Fine-tuning and distilling small models1:13 - Benefits of small models: Speed, edge deployment, cost1:38 - Real-time innovation and customer experience improvements2:00 - Keeping engineers in flow state with faster responses2:20 - Nova snapshots: Starting 90% through training2:47 - Millions in savings by not training from scratch3:05 - What's immediately usable vs. requiring strategic planning3:47 - Calculating ROI: Is 40 hours of setup worth it?4:13 - How to prioritize when innovation comes all at once4:41 - Rapid assessment: Helping clients understand if they need AI5:23 - The hard conversation: Telling clients they don't need AI yet5:47 - Building trust by saying "not yet"6:09 - 2026 trends: AI moving to the edge faster than anticipated6:33 - Closing thoughts & thank you🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyerWebsite: https://jonmyer.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSFLike my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k#aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization

Welcome to the Jon Myer Podcast, powered by Myer Media! Fresh off the keynote stage at AWS re:Invent 2025, we sit down with David from Metal Toad, an AWS partner helping organizations navigate digital transformation and cloud-native deployment.We unpack the biggest announcements from today's keynote, why they matter, and how these innovations translate into real-world opportunities for enterprises accelerating their cloud journey.Key Announcements Discussed:✅ Nova2 model family with stronger model differentiation✅ Frontier models: Long-running AI that learns your team's coding style✅ NovaForge: Earlier access to models in the training process✅ S3 vector storage: Up to 90% cost savings vs. OpenSearch for RAG databases✅ Nova2 Omni: Multimodal inputs for unstructured data (audio, video)✅ Agentic AI: Building compartmentalized "brains" for better controlDavid's Insights:💡 "If you think you need AI, you maybe don't—start by identifying edge cases where problems become too squishy to solve programmatically"💡 Frontier models can run for days or weeks, learning your team's style and growing with you💡 S3 vector storage eliminates expensive always-on containers, paying only for what you use💡 Agentic AI gives you more control over your system vs. "text input and hope for the right output"Whether you're mid-market or enterprise, this conversation helps you prioritize innovation, separate hype from practical implementation, and understand what you can leverage immediately vs. what requires strategic planning.Guest: David Dolan, Metal ToadHost: Jon MyerRecorded at: AWS re:Invent 2025, Las VegasYouTube Timeline0:00 - Welcome from AWS re:Invent keynote stage0:52 - Game-changing announcements: Nova2, S3, Frontier models1:18 - What are Frontier models and why are they exciting?1:57 - Long-running models that adapt to your team2:03 - NovaForge: Earlier access to model training2:29 - Why earlier model access matters for performance2:59 - How AI announcements impact mid-market & enterprise3:15 - S3 vector storage: Up to 90% cost savings4:20 - What teams can leverage immediately vs. strategic planning4:35 - Nova2 Omni: Solving the unstructured data problem5:09 - Advising clients when there's too much innovation at once5:43 - Trends defining cloud and AI for 20266:00 - Agentic AI: Building compartmentalized systems with control6:36 - Closing thoughts & thank you🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyerWebsite: https://jonmyer.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSFLike my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k#aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization

Joining us today is Jeff Barr, Chief Evangelist for AWS, recorded live at AWS re:Invent 2025. For two decades, Jeff has documented the evolution of cloud computing through the AWS blog, sharing insights on everything from the launch of EC2 instances to the latest breakthroughs in generative AI and machine learning.In this episode, we explore what's next in the AI-assisted workplace, where this technology is heading, how professionals can navigate the shift to AI-native work, and what guidance Jeff has for individuals and organizations trying to turn AI capabilities into competitive advantages.Key Topics Discussed:✅ The rapid global adoption of AI-assisted development (50%+ in 14 countries)✅ Why developers need to become better human-to-human communicators✅ The shift from writing code to reading and validating AI-generated code✅ Balancing productivity with AI hallucinations and errors✅ The art of prompt engineering and verbose specifications✅ Disposable apps: Building to solve, then rebuilding better next time✅ Why some skills are becoming more valuable in the AI era✅ Swimming upstream: Being an early adopter and giving feedback✅ Language barriers disappearing with AI translation capabilities✅ Jeff's 14 years at re:Invent and stepping back from the AWS blogWhether you're deep in your cloud journey or just getting started, this conversation gives you a front-row seat to the future being built at re:Invent.Guest: Jeff Barr, Chief Evangelist, AWSHost: Jon MyerRecorded at: AWS re:Invent 2025, Las VegasSubscribe for more conversations about cloud, AI, and the future of technology innovation.#AWS #ArtificialIntelligence #CloudComputing #reInvent #AIAssistedDevelopment #GenerativeAI #TechInnovation #JonMyerPodcastYouTube Timeline:0:00 - Welcome & Introduction1:19 - Annual tradition at re:Invent with Jeff Barr2:25 - Surprising speed of global AI adoption3:51 - Jeff's year traveling the world talking to developers4:45 - Key guidance: Step in and use AI tools6:18 - Learning to read code, not just write it7:51 - The personal chef analogy for prompt engineering9:28 - When AI gets it incredibly wrong: The college fund story11:12 - Balancing productivity with hallucinations13:18 - Why the same prompt gives different outputs14:29 - Embracing change: 50 years in tech16:01 - AI breaking down language barriers17:10 - When companies aren't AI-ready18:24 - From experimentation to problem-solving19:42 - Disposable apps: Build, use, toss, rebuild better20:29 - Essential skills for AI-assisted work21:15 - You have to experience it, not just read about it21:40 - What Jeff looks forward to at re:Invent23:42 - Stepping away from the AWS blog after 20 years26:15 - Advice for re:Invent attendees27:19 - Closing thoughts🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyerWebsite: https://jonmyer.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSFLike my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k#aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization

Recorded live at EDUCAUSE 2025 in Nashville, this episode features Matt Kaminski, an educational technology leader who challenges conventional thinking about remote vs. in-person learning. Matt shares his innovative approaches to bridging the gap between physical and virtual classrooms while doing more with less.In this episode, Matt discusses:✅ AI challenges: Finding the right tools while managing data privacy✅ Why change is slow in higher education, especially public institutions✅ The need for "train the trainer" approaches to AI adoption✅ Bridging the gap between in-person and online education✅ Why remote students may have better learning retention✅ Creating "equity of experience" with Zoom-enabled classrooms✅ The Netflix for doctors: innovative continuing medical education✅ Why introverts engage more in online learning environments✅ The power of chat for asking questions without fear✅ Reversing the classroom: learn online, discuss in person✅ Leveraging HETMA and vendor partnerships to reduce costs✅ The pilot-normalize-scale-repeat approach to innovationMatt brings a refreshingly contrarian view backed by research and real-world implementation experience, showing how educational technology can actually enhance learning outcomes when thoughtfully deployed—and how building strong vendor relationships can help institutions do more with less.Recorded at EDUCAUSE 2025 in Nashville, TennesseeGuest: Matt Kaminski, Educational Technology LeaderHost: Jon Myer, Rackspace Technology - Myer Media#HigherEducation #EdTech #EDUCAUSE #RemoteLearning #OnlineEducation #AIinEducation #ZoomRooms #EquityOfExperience #FlippedClassroom #EducationalTechnology #HETMATimeline0:00 - Welcome & Introduction from EDUCAUSE 20250:34 - Biggest challenges for CIOs: AI and data privacy1:52 - The fear and unknowns around AI in education2:39 - Understanding where and how to utilize AI3:01 - Bridging gaps between in-person and online education4:15 - Do remote students actually get better education?4:36 - Learning retention research: online vs. in-person5:33 - The Netflix for doctors: continuing medical education6:32 - Why introverts engage more in online environments7:18 - Reversing the classroom: learn online, discuss in person7:58 - Creating consensus through active discussion vs. lecture8:31 - Leveraging HETMA and vendor partnerships9:20 - Challenging vendor quotes to reduce costs10:42 - Balancing innovation: pilot, normalize, scale, repeat11:15 - Closing thoughts & thank you🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyerWebsite: https://jonmyer.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSFLike my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k#aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization

Conversations in Higher Education explores the critical challenges and innovations shaping the future of colleges and universities through candid discussions with leaders on the front lines of transformation. In this episode, Jeff Martinez from Rackspace Technology discusses building a culture of cost accountability, the importance of doing with institutions rather than doing for them, and how genuine partnership built on trust enables innovation while protecting student data.Welcome to Conversations in Higher Education! 🎓Recorded live at EDUCAUSE 2025 in Nashville, this episode features Jeff Martinez from Rackspace Technology discussing the critical role that trusted vendor partnerships play in helping higher education institutions innovate securely while managing costs and protecting student data.In this episode, Jeff discusses:✅ Why restoring trust is more important than ever for CIOs✅ Building data governance as the foundation, not chasing shiny objects✅ How partners must understand institutional mission and compliance✅ The challenge of wrapping arms around decades of institutional data✅ Higher ed institutions as customers: families invest and choose them✅ Why institutions must move slower to mitigate risk properly✅ Students are more aware of data security than ever before✅ Building a culture of cost accountability in higher education✅ FinOps strategy and proactive cost management in public cloud✅ Trust as the foundation of vendor-institution relationships✅ Understanding that every institution's mission is unique✅ "Doing with, not doing for"—genuine partnership for long-term successJeff brings a partner perspective on what it takes to truly support higher education institutions—emphasizing that successful partnerships are built on understanding institutional missions, respecting the weight of responsibility CIOs carry, and investing in long-term institutional success rather than short-term sales.Recorded at EDUCAUSE 2025 in Nashville, TennesseeGuest: Jeff Martinez, Rackspace TechnologyHost: Jon Myer, Rackspace Technology - Myer Media#HigherEducation #EdTech #EDUCAUSE #Partnership #TrustInEducation #DataGovernance #CloudCosts #FinOps #CostAccountability #VendorPartnerships #HigherEdITTimeline0:00 - Welcome & Introduction from EDUCAUSE 20250:31 - Top 10 Initiative #1: Restoring trust in higher education0:38 - Why building trust is more important than ever for CIOs1:23 - Ensuring transparency and trust with student and faculty data2:11 - How partners balance innovation with data security3:02 - The challenge of unified data strategy across departments3:50 - Higher ed institutions vs. corporations: similar silos, different stakes5:23 - Innovation gaps: why institutions must move slower6:25 - Students investing in institutions and caring about data security7:32 - Cost accountability and sustainable infrastructure partnerships8:36 - Trust as the foundation of vendor relationships9:00 - Understanding unique institutional missions and priorities10:07 - Balancing innovation with long-term support10:17 - "Doing with, not doing for"—the partnership approach11:03 - Closing thoughts & thank you🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyerWebsite: https://jonmyer.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSFLike my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k#aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization

Conversations in Higher Education explores the critical challenges and innovations shaping the future of colleges and universities through candid discussions with leaders on the front lines of transformation. In this episode, Patricia Clay shares her community college perspective on restoring trust, embedding AI into curriculum thoughtfully, and removing friction from student experiences while protecting privacy and security.Welcome to Conversations in Higher Education! 🎓Recorded live at EDUCAUSE 2025 in Nashville, this episode features Patricia Clay, a technology leader from a community college, discussing the unique challenges and opportunities in making higher education accessible, affordable, and trustworthy for first-generation students and English language learners.In this episode, Patricia discusses:✅ Why trust is challenged by questions about degree value and cost✅ Community colleges' role in workforce development and seamless transfer✅ The delicate balance: teaching AI skills vs. outsourcing learning to AI✅ How to tell when students used ChatGPT vs. understanding the material✅ AI isn't a magic black box—understanding data sources matters✅ Balancing innovation with security and privacy responsibilities✅ Creating AI strategy and governance councils with student voices✅ Students want transparency and agency in how AI is used✅ Pain points for first-generation and ESL students navigating higher ed✅ The "one stop" model for reducing student friction✅ Breaking down silos while respecting regulatory requirements✅ Building advisor relationships so students have a "quarterback"✅ Solving problems systemically instead of case-by-casePatricia brings a practical, student-centered perspective on how community colleges can innovate responsibly, ensure every student feels supported from day one, and build the trust that's essential for student success.Recorded at EDUCAUSE 2025 in Nashville, TennesseeGuest: Patricia Clay, Technology Leader, Community CollegeHost: Jon Myer, Rackspace Technology - Myer Media#HigherEducation #EdTech #EDUCAUSE #CommunityCollege #AIinEducation #StudentSuccess #TrustInEducation #FirstGeneration #RemovingFriction #HigherEdInnovationTimeline0:00 - Welcome & Introduction from EDUCAUSE 20250:30 - Top 10 Initiative #1: Restoring trust in higher education0:38 - Community college perspective on trust challenges1:14 - Will AI take over jobs or help them?1:41 - Embedding AI into curriculum vs. outsourcing learning to AI2:29 - When students can't articulate what they "wrote"3:24 - Faculty need to understand AI isn't a magic black box3:51 - Biggest challenges for CIOs: balancing innovation and security5:01 - Protecting data while learning: transparency with students6:04 - Pain points for first-generation and ESL students6:58 - Biggest efficiency gaps in higher education7:34 - Breaking down silos while respecting regulatory boundaries8:19 - Reducing friction in the student onboarding process9:38 - Taking ownership and not passing students around10:43 - Advisors as "quarterbacks" for student success11:30 - Balancing innovation with long-term support12:27 - Closing thoughts & thank you🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyerWebsite: https://jonmyer.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSFLike my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k#aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization

Conversations in Higher Education explores the critical challenges and innovations shaping the future of colleges and universities through candid discussions with leaders on the front lines of transformation. In this episode, Gabe Akisanmi tackles the complex challenge of shadow AI in higher education, explaining how institutions can build trust by providing secure, governed AI tools that protect student data while delivering the same capabilities as public AI platforms.Welcome to Conversations in Higher Education! 🎓Recorded live at EDUCAUSE 2025 in Nashville, this episode features Gabe Akisanmi discussing one of the most pressing challenges in higher education today: shadow AI—when students and staff use ungoverned AI tools that put sensitive institutional data at risk.In this episode, Gabe discusses:✅ What shadow AI is and why it's a major trust challenge✅ How students inadvertently expose PII through public AI platforms✅ The importance of educating students on proper AI use✅ Building in-house AI capabilities with proper guardrails✅ Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) for institutional context✅ Why students need multiple AI sources to verify information✅ Preventing AI hallucinations through trust-but-verify approaches✅ Tools that scrub sensitive data before it reaches external AI✅ Amazon Bedrock and deploying AI within institutional control✅ Reducing friction to encourage use of governed AI tools✅ Balancing innovation speed with security, people, and process✅ Data governance as the foundation for responsible AI adoptionGabe provides practical insights on how CIOs can implement AI solutions that give students the capabilities they want while maintaining institutional security and compliance—ultimately building the trust that's essential for higher education's future.Recorded at EDUCAUSE 2025 in Nashville, TennesseeGuest: Gabe Akisanmi, Technology Leader in Higher EducationHost: Jon Myer, Rackspace Technology - Myer Media#HigherEducation #EdTech #EDUCAUSE #ArtificialIntelligence #ShadowAI #DataGovernance #StudentPrivacy #AIinEducation #TrustInEducation #CyberSecurity #RAGTimeline0:00 - Welcome & Introduction from EDUCAUSE 20250:28 - Top 10 Initiative #1: Restoring trust through AI governance0:36 - What is shadow AI and why is it a challenge?1:43 - Lack of standards vs. lack of education on AI use3:25 - The challenge of publicly available AI and personal devices5:30 - Why institutions must adopt AI quickly with proper guardrails6:20 - Building in-house AI with institutional context7:30 - Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) explained10:42 - Tools that scrub sensitive data from AI prompts11:56 - Student pain points: lack of AI awareness13:10 - The danger of accepting AI outputs as facts14:04 - Trust but verify: using multiple AI sources16:09 - Amazon Bedrock and institutional AI deployment18:11 - Reducing friction to encourage governed AI adoption19:08 - Balancing innovation with security and process22:19 - Bringing it back to trust and student data22:25 - Closing thoughts & thank you🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyerWebsite: https://jonmyer.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSFLike my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k#aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization

Conversations in Higher Education explores the critical challenges and innovations shaping the future of colleges and universities through candid discussions with leaders on the front lines of transformation. In this episode, Charron Andrus shares her perspective as a CISO on restoring trust in higher education, the personal liability security leaders now face, and how institutions must protect data while remaining open and transparent to their students and communities.Recorded live at EDUCAUSE 2025 in Nashville, this episode features Charron Andrus, a CISO in higher education, discussing the evolving landscape of security leadership, data governance, and building trust with students in an era where data has become the business.In this episode, Charron discusses:✅ Why trust in higher education is challenged by generational priorities✅ The ROI question: Is college still worth the investment?✅ Personal liability for CISOs: when institutions can't protect you✅ Balancing security with higher education's mission to be open✅ Students taking control of their own data✅ How vendors target institutions to harvest student data✅ The critical importance of data governance✅ Efficiency gaps in student onboarding and identity management✅ Ensuring preferred names and identities flow through all systems✅ Including student voices in technology and security decisions✅ Choosing where to innovate within funding constraintsCharron provides a frank assessment of the security challenges facing higher education today, emphasizing that data is now the business—and institutions must be vigilant about protecting student information while maintaining the transparency and openness that defines the academic mission.Recorded at EDUCAUSE 2025 in Nashville, TennesseeGuest: Charron Andrus, CISO in Higher EducationHost: Jon Myer, Rackspace Technology - Myer Media#HigherEducation #EdTech #EDUCAUSE #CISO #Cybersecurity #DataGovernance #StudentPrivacy #TrustInEducation #DataProtection #HigherEdSecurityYouTube Timeline0:00 - Welcome & Introduction from EDUCAUSE 20250:29 - Top 10 Initiative #1: Restoring trust in higher education0:38 - Generational differences in what students want from college1:53 - The ROI challenge: College degree vs. trade certifications2:47 - Biggest leadership challenges for CISOs today2:52 - Personal liability: When the institution can't protect you4:35 - Balancing security with higher education's mission to be open5:18 - Data is the business—for every industry6:38 - How vendors harvest student data through simple requests7:26 - Balancing data collection with student experience8:37 - Biggest efficiency gaps in higher education8:59 - Onboarding challenges and system fragmentation10:10 - Data sharing between institutions and external entities11:28 - Balancing innovation with sustainable long-term support12:14 - Closing thoughts & thank you🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyerWebsite: https://jonmyer.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSFLike my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k#aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization

Conversations in Higher Education explores the critical challenges and innovations shaping the future of colleges and universities through candid discussions with leaders on the front lines of transformation. In this episode, Patrick Frontiera from AWS discusses what comes after migrating student information systems to SaaS, how institutions can complete their digital transformation journey, and the strategic opportunities available when modernizing to the cloud.Welcome to Conversations in Higher Education! 🎓Recorded live at EDUCAUSE 2025 in Nashville, this episode features Patrick Frontiera from AWS discussing the critical next steps after institutions migrate their student information systems to SaaS platforms.In this episode, Patrick discusses:✅ What to do with the rest of your data center after SIS migration✅ Common concerns and opportunities in post-SaaS environments✅ How AWS helps with core administration system modernization✅ Lift and shift vs. full transformation: choosing the right path✅ The importance of data modernization for AI capabilities✅ People and culture change: the #1 challenge in cloud adoption✅ Upskilling IT teams for a cloud-native mindset✅ Cost efficiency and operational benefits of full cloud migration✅ How AI capabilities accelerate when your data is in AWS✅ The value of partnering with experts like RackspacePatrick explains how moving to SaaS is often just the catalyst for a complete digital transformation—one that frees up institutional resources for innovation, enables better stakeholder value delivery, and positions institutions to leverage enterprise-scale AI.Recorded at EDUCAUSE 2025 in Nashville, TennesseeGuest: Patrick Frontiera, AWSHost: Jon Myer, Rackspace Technology - Myer Media#HigherEducation #EdTech #EDUCAUSE #CloudMigration #DigitalTransformation #AWS #SaaS #StudentInformationSystem #CloudNative #aiineducation YouTube Timeline0:00 - Welcome & Introduction from EDUCAUSE 20250:29 - Topic: We moved our SIS to SaaS, now what?0:54 - Common concerns after migrating to SaaS platforms1:54 - Reducing hybrid model costs: physical and operational2:52 - How AWS helps with core administration system modernization4:02 - Lift and shift as a stepping stone to full modernization5:02 - Next steps in the digital transformation journey6:17 - Understanding where you are on the transformation timeline7:09 - Common challenges when moving fully to the cloud8:45 - Cloud transformation mindset: different from traditional IT9:19 - AI capabilities and the AWS AI stack9:57 - The value of partnering with experts like Rackspace10:29 - Closing thoughts & thank you🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyerWebsite: https://jonmyer.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSFLike my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k#aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization

Recorded live at EDUCAUSE 2025 in Nashville, this episode features Milos Topic, a higher education technology leader, discussing the fundamental challenges and opportunities facing colleges and universities today.In this episode, Milos discusses:✅ Why restoring trust is an opportunity, not just a challenge✅ Education as the great equalizer and leveling the playing field✅ Building leadership teams: surrounding yourself with people who challenge you✅ Signal-to-noise ratio: cutting through the hype in technology✅ Data privacy: collecting only what you need and giving students control✅ Moving from data to insights to action—not just pretty charts✅ Efficiency gaps: creating flexible, student-centered scheduling✅ Rethinking assessment beyond traditional testing methods✅ Balancing innovation with pragmatic, long-term support✅ Being temporary custodians of great institutionsMilos brings a refreshingly candid perspective on leadership, emphasizing that universities exist for students first, and that great leadership means empowering teams, owning mistakes, and leaving institutions better than you found them.Recorded at EDUCAUSE 2025 in Nashville, TennesseeGuest: Milos Topic, Higher Education Technology LeaderHost: Jon Myer, Rackspace Technology - Myer Media#HigherEducation #EdTech #EDUCAUSE #Leadership #StudentSuccess #TrustInEducation #DataPrivacy #Innovation #CIO #HigherEdLeadershipYouTube Timeline0:00 - Welcome & Introduction from EDUCAUSE 20250:30 - What Milos is looking to get out of EDUCAUSE1:07 - Top 10 Initiative #1: Restoring trust in higher education1:15 - Trust as an opportunity, not just a challenge2:07 - Education as the great equalizer3:01 - Biggest leadership challenges for CIOs today3:54 - Building the right leadership team: never skimp on leadership4:23 - Leadership as a team sport & developing future leaders5:43 - Accountability at the top: when the buck stops with you6:19 - Privacy, transparency & trust with student data7:35 - Moving from data to knowledge, insights, and action8:22 - Collecting the least amount of data necessary9:21 - Understanding that users are often the product10:44 - How legal frameworks lag behind technology innovation11:04 - Biggest efficiency gaps in higher education12:35 - Student-centered scheduling vs. faculty-centered scheduling13:29 - Time to degree and graduation rate metrics13:45 - Balancing innovation with long-term support discipline15:09 - Prioritizing needs for faculty and students16:31 - Being temporary custodians of great institutions16:31 - Closing thoughts & thank you🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyerWebsite: https://jonmyer.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSFLike my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k#aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization

Welcome to Conversations in Higher Education! 🎓Recorded live at EDUCAUSE 2025 in Nashville, this episode features Carrie Shumaker, a higher education CIO, for a candid conversation about the critical challenges facing colleges and universities today.In this episode, Carrie discusses:✅ Why higher education has lost public trust and how to restore it✅ The growing disconnect between what institutions offer and what students need✅ Leadership challenges for CIOs: cost pressure, transparency, and innovation✅ Ensuring data privacy and transparency with students and vendors✅ Using AI to help students plan their pathway to graduation✅ Reducing shadow IT through collaborative decision-making✅ Balancing rapid innovation with long-term system support✅ Why generational differences matter in how we communicate with studentsCarrie shares real-world strategies for bringing stakeholders together, making technology decisions collaboratively, and building trust over time—all while managing the complexities of modern higher education IT leadership.Recorded at EDUCAUSE 2025 in Nashville, TennesseeGuest: Carrie Shumaker, CIO in Higher EducationHost: Jon Myer, Rackspace Technology - Myer Media#HigherEducation #EdTech #EDUCAUSE #CIO #TrustInEducation #DataPrivacy #ArtificialIntelligence #ShadowIT #HigherEdLeadershipYouTube Timeline0:00 - Welcome & Introduction from EDUCAUSE 20250:29 - Top 10 Initiative #1: Restoring trust in higher education0:37 - How did higher education lose public trust?1:47 - Bringing everyone to the table: students, employers, and institutions2:28 - The cost transparency problem in higher education3:07 - Biggest leadership challenges for CIOs today4:15 - Moving from one-way to two-way conversations with academic leaders4:37 - Providing multiple solutions without limiting options5:18 - Ensuring transparency and trust with student & faculty data6:52 - Educating students about AI and data protection7:22 - How connected data changes privacy expectations8:01 - Biggest efficiency gaps and opportunities for innovation8:52 - Using AI to help students plan pathways to graduation9:34 - The importance of human advisors alongside technology10:05 - Generational differences: Who really has patience?11:06 - Strategies for reducing shadow IT and system overlap12:27 - Building consensus through collaborative RFP processes13:03 - Building trust over time with governance groups13:28 - Balancing innovation with discipline for long-term support14:45 - Closing thoughts & thank you🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyerWebsite: https://jonmyer.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSFLike my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k#aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization

Welcome to Conversations in Higher Education Technology! 🎓In this episode, recorded live at EDUCAUSE 2025 in Nashville, Jeff Martinez sits down with Dr. Vanessa Keenan, EDUCAUSE Ambassador from UT San Antonio, to discuss the top priorities shaping the future of higher education technology.Dr. Keenan shares insights on:✅ How DegreeWorks is empowering students to self-direct their academic journey✅ Building meaningful vendor-university partnerships that benefit both sides✅ Training the next generation with programs like ServiceNow University and Bold Careers✅ Using AI responsibly and ethically in student work✅ Breaking down digital access barriers while safeguarding privacy✅ The importance of taking immediate action on conference insightsRecorded at EDUCAUSE 2025 in Nashville, TennesseeGuest: Dr. Vanessa Keenan, EDUCAUSE Ambassador, UT San AntonioHost: Jeff Martinez, Rackspace Technology#HigherEducation #EdTech #EDUCAUSE #ArtificialIntelligence #StudentSuccess #DigitalTransformation #HigherEdTechYouTube Timeline0:00 - Welcome & Introduction from EDUCAUSE 20250:47 - Dr. Keenan's role as EDUCAUSE Ambassador at UTSA2:12 - Comparing Nashville to San Antonio's EDUCAUSE event2:51 - Smoothing the Student Journey with Technology4:16 - Training future teachers with the right tech tools5:02 - DegreeWorks: Empowering students to self-direct their education7:07 - How technology creates institutional differentiation7:53 - ServiceNow University & the Bold Careers program8:40 - Building a village: collaboration in student success10:02 - Putting People First: Upskilling faculty & staff11:30 - Partnership success story: Rackspace & UTSA AI training13:04 - Building Bridges, Not Walls: Increasing digital access15:11 - Extending DegreeWorks to graduate students16:21 - Cybersecurity training & protecting student data17:26 - Students coming in with AI acumen: challenges & opportunities18:42 - Teaching responsible & ethical AI use19:35 - Supportable, Sustainable & Affordable technology investments20:18 - Piloting ServiceNow's cybersecurity module21:57 - Key takeaway: Be actionable in the moment23:48 - Dr. Keenan's advice for EDUCAUSE attendees24:30 - Closing thoughts & thank you🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyerWebsite: https://jonmyer.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSFLike my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k

Join Jon Myer as he sits down with Kevin Greenway, CTO of 10ZIG, for an in-depth conversation about the evolution of endpoint management, thin and zero clients, and how modern VDI infrastructure is transforming hybrid work environments. From security challenges to AI workloads, discover what IT leaders need to know about securing and simplifying their infrastructure.🔑 KEY TOPICS COVERED:What is endpoint management and why it's more critical than everEvolution of VDI over the past 13 yearsThin clients vs zero clients: Understanding the differencesAdvantages over traditional desktops in modern environmentsHow COVID-19 accelerated thin client adoptionBYOD security with zero trust & conditional access policiesAI workloads on thin clients: Reducing hardware costsEnhanced graphics, audio, and real-time performanceUSB security risks and mitigation strategiesMFA, passwordless authentication & FIDO keysSimplifying operations for hybrid work at scalePredictive management & self-healing systems🕐 YOUTUBE TIMELINE0:00 - Introduction0:33 - What is endpoint management?1:37 - Why end users are part of endpoint management1:57 - How endpoint management has evolved with VDI3:47 - Hybrid work & BYOD challenges5:28 - Thin clients vs zero clients explained6:45 - Modern zero clients: Linux-based & flexible8:14 - Desktop PCs vs thin clients comparison10:25 - AI workloads on thin clients11:03 - Organizations adopting thin clients post-COVID12:56 - Enhanced graphics & audio capabilities16:49 - Security challenges in modern endpoints17:51 - USB security risks & mitigation20:42 - Simplifying operations at scale21:17 - Automation & configuration management23:36 - Future trends: Predictive management25:15 - Closing thoughts & wrap up🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyerWebsite: https://jonmyer.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSFLike my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k

In this episode of the Jon Myer Podcast, we dive deep into the cloud infrastructure revolution with Todd Robinson, Founder and President of OpenMetal. As businesses grapple with escalating cloud costs and vendor lock-in, Todd shares how open-source technologies are leveling the playing field.🎯 What You'll Learn:Why the Broadcom VMware acquisition is forcing companies to rethink their cloud strategyHow private cloud solutions can reduce costs by 40-60% compared to public cloudThe real economics behind VM utilization rates (spoiler: you're only using 20-30%)Why "on-demand private cloud" is the sweet spot for most enterprisesHow to transition from public to private cloud without the complexityTodd explains how OpenMetal provides enterprise-grade infrastructure that's cloud-native but privately owned, eliminating the traditional barriers of complexity and cost that kept businesses dependent on hyperscalers.Timeline00:00 - Introduction: The Cloud Cost Crisis01:49 - Todd's Background & OpenMetal's Mission02:18 - The Middle Ground: On-Demand Private Cloud05:00 - Public vs Private Cloud: What's the Real Difference?07:31 - The Hidden Economics of VM Utilization09:04 - Instant Deployment: How Private Cloud Matches Public Cloud UX12:53 - Scaling Challenges: When You Need 48 Servers in Singapore14:04 - The Broadcom VMware Shock: A Wake-Up Call for IT Leaders16:30 - Long-term Contracts & Planning for Migration18:34 - Market Shift: Private Cloud is No Longer a "Bad Word"19:08 - Open Source as Insurance Against Vendor Lock-in20:24 - Managing Modifications Without Creating Snowflakes22:16 - The 2017-2018 Public Cloud Rush & Its Aftermath23:00 - Hybrid Strategies: Moving Workloads Strategically25:16 - Economics: When Does Private Cloud Make Sense?27:17 - Final Advice for Companies Considering the Switch30:43 - Closing: The Gift of Open Source Knowledge🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyerWebsite: https://jonmyer.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSFLike my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k#aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization

Join Jon Myer as he sits down with Arthur Hitomi, CEO and Co-founder of Numecent, to explore how application containerization is revolutionizing software deployment and solving critical legacy application challenges.With Windows 10 end-of-life looming and organizations struggling with legacy systems that can't be upgraded, Arthur shares how Numecent's CloudPaging technology is helping companies modernize without rewriting applications. From financial institutions running critical legacy software to defense contractors managing airport infrastructure, discover how containerization eliminates compatibility issues while maintaining security and compliance.What You'll Learn:How application containerization differs from traditional virtualizationReal solutions for Windows XP/98 legacy applications still in productionWhy "migrate once, run anywhere" is now possible with containersHow AI and ML optimize application delivery and packagingSuccess stories from financial services and defense sectorsCloudPaging vs traditional Citrix/VDI approachesPerfect for: IT Leaders, System Administrators, DevOps Engineers, and anyone dealing with legacy application modernization challenges.Guest: Arthur Hitomi, CEO & Co-founder at NumecentHost: Jon MyerKey TakeawaysContainerization vs Virtualization - Application containers are lighter than VMs, isolating apps with minimal OS overhead while solving compatibility conflictsLegacy Application Lifeline - Organizations can modernize Windows XP/98 apps to run on current systems without expensive rewrites or security risksZero Migration Philosophy - With proper containerization, companies never need to migrate applications again as OS versions changeAI-Powered Optimization - Machine learning profiles application usage to deliver only needed components, reducing deployment size and improving performanceIndustry Success Stories - Financial services and defense sectors seeing major wins, including LAX airport infrastructure and recent XP-to-AVD migrationsSecurity Through Isolation - Containers provide better security by compartmentalizing applications and enabling independent updates for vulnerability managementTimeline00:00 Welcome & Introduction00:46 What is Application Containerization?01:30 How App Containerization Differs from Traditional Virtualization03:54 Solving Windows OS Version Conflicts06:10 Deploying Complex Legacy Windows Applications06:42 Windows ME Nostalgia & Legacy System Reality08:36 Numecent Company Background & Services12:48 CloudPaging & CloudPager Products Overview13:21 Industries Benefiting Most from This Technology15:36 Addressing Cloud Migration & Windows 10 End-of-Life20:32 Closing & Thank You🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyerWebsite: https://jonmyer.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSFLike my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k#aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization

Join Jon Myer as he sits down with Paul Speciale, CMO of Scality, to explore the cutting-edge world of storage technology. In this deep-dive conversation, we unpack how multidimensional scaling and disaggregated architectures are revolutionizing how organizations handle massive data volumes in the age of AI.From unpredictable AI workloads that scale from millions to trillions of tokens, to the challenges of "data hoarding" in modern enterprises, Paul shares real-world insights on building future-ready storage infrastructure.What You'll Learn:The evolution from traditional storage to multidimensional scalingHow disaggregated architectures eliminate bottlenecks and reduce costsWhy modern AI workloads demand flexible, adaptive storage solutionsReal case studies of organizations scaling from thousands to billions of objectsThe three key trends shaping storage's future: ultra-fast flash, AI ops, and cybersecurityGuest: Paul Speciale, CMO at ScalityHost: Jon Myer🔔 Subscribe for more tech leadership conversations and industry insights!https://go.scality.com/redefining-scale-with-ringTimeline[00:00 Welcome & Introduction00:45 What is Multidimensional Scaling?02:15 Software-Defined Storage Foundation02:57 Understanding Disaggregated Architectures04:30 Why Modern Workloads Need Advanced Scaling05:37 AI Infrastructure Challenges & Solutions06:32 Eliminating Silos & Controlling Costs08:01 Scality's Cloud-Native Advantage09:28 Signs Your Storage Needs an Upgrade10:47 The "Data Hoarding" Phenomenon11:45 Future of Storage: Three Key Trends12:41 Closing & Thank You✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyerWebsite: https://jonmyer.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSFLike my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k#aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization

Netwrix CEO Reveals How to Lead AI Transformation Without Fear: Building Future-Ready Organizations🚀 Exclusive Leadership Insights: Netwrix CEO Grady Summers shares his proven strategies for leading organizational transformation in the AI era!In this powerful episode of the Jon Myer Podcast, we dive deep into what it really takes to build future-ready tech organizations. Grady brings 25+ years of leadership experience from companies like GE, Mandiant, FireEye, and SailPoint to share practical insights on driving change without creating chaos.What You'll Discover:✅ How to establish a unified culture across acquired companies✅ The "automate your job" philosophy that increases productivity 5x✅ Why curiosity beats perfection in AI adoption✅ Practical strategies for overcoming analysis paralysis✅ Building knowledge systems that onboard new hires instantly✅ Leadership principles that work in the AI ageKey Topics Covered:Timestamps:00:00 - Welcome & Introduction00:57 - Biggest Challenges as New CEO02:19 - Establishing Shared Purpose Across Teams03:41 - Culture: Top-Down vs Bottom-Up04:29 - Preparing for an AI-First Future05:51 - Separating AI Hype from Practical Adoption07:25 - Why AI Won't Eliminate Jobs08:07 - Avoiding Analysis Paralysis09:43 - Balancing Execution with Long-Term Vision10:53 - Maintaining Culture Through Leadership Changes12:57 - AI-Powered Knowledge Management14:37 - Timeless vs New Leadership Principles16:28 - Helping Teams Evolve Without Fear18:07 - Closing Thoughts🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyerWebsite: https://jonmyer.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSFLike my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k#aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization

🚀 MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT: OpenOps CEO Amit Saar drops exclusive news about dozens of new integrations with leading FinOps platforms including IBM Cloudability, Broadcom CloudHealth, and Flexera!In this episode of the Jon Myer Podcast, we dive deep into how OpenOps is revolutionizing cloud operations automation and creating the new standard for FinOps workflows. Discover how their open-source strategy is driving unprecedented collaboration across the industry.What You'll Learn:✅ How OpenOps built dozens of integrations in record time✅ The secret behind their FinOps X hackathon success✅ Why open-sourcing created a win-win-win scenario✅ The future of AI agents in cloud operations✅ How to build transferable automation skills00:00 - Welcome & Guest Introduction00:33 - What is OpenOps?01:22 - Looking Back at Recent Milestones01:53 - MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT: New Integrations03:10 - How They Built So Many Integrations04:29 - The FinOps X Hackathon Story05:45 - Why These Integrations Matter07:27 - Building the New FinOps Standard10:04 - What's Coming Next11:43 - Closing Thoughts🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyerWebsite: https://jonmyer.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSFLike my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k#aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization

In this episode, Jon sits down with Jacek Marmuszewski, founder of Let's Go DevOps, to explore the evolution of DevOps from its chaotic early days to today's specialized platform engineering landscape. Broadcasting from Krakow, Poland's thriving tech hub, Jacek shares his 15+ year journey from Java developer to building a 20+ person DevOps consultancy that addresses some of the most complex infrastructure challenges in the industry.From creating AWS's first-of-its-kind "ultra cluster" with 8TB of unified memory to inadvertently shutting down an entire European country's internet while migrating half a petabyte of data, this conversation is filled with war stories, technical insights, and practical advice for modern DevOps challenges.Key TakeawaysDevOps Evolution: The field has shifted from "hire DevOps to fix everything" mentality to specialized platform engineering roles focused on creating developer highways for faster software deliveryMulti-Cloud Reality Check: True multi-cloud implementations often create more pain than benefits - most companies should focus deeply on one primary cloud provider rather than spreading thin across multiple platformsSecurity-First Approach: Implementing "shift-left" security by embedding scanning tools, least-privilege access, and compliance restrictions directly into reusable platform modulesSpecialization Over Generalization: Rather than trying to solve every problem, focusing on deep expertise in specific areas (AWS/GCP, Linux, cloud-native) delivers higher quality resultsContinuous Learning Culture: Building teams where knowledge sharing and experimentation are encouraged through regular show-and-tell sessions and competitive security testingScale Challenges: Moving from startup "Swiss Army knife" DevOps to an enterprise-scale platform teams requires careful evolution of both technical approach and team structureYouTube Timeline00:00 Introduction - From Krakow to the Cloud00:32 Jacek's 15+ Year DevOps Journey01:33 How DevOps Has Changed Over the Years02:55 What's Missing from Today's DevOps04:40 Introducing Let's Go DevOps - The Team Approach07:11 Specialization vs. Swiss Army Knife Consulting08:09 Biggest Technical Challenges - The "Ultra Cluster" Project09:58 Krakow's Tech Ecosystem Impact11:09 Multi-Cloud Strategy and Reality Check13:48 Security-First DevOps Implementation15:14 Shifting Security Left in Development17:38 Vision for the Future of DevOps19:17 Staying Ahead of the Technology Curve20:18 Achievement Showcase - AWS Ultra Cluster21:12 The "Hot Potato" Project - Half Petabyte Data Migration22:09 When DevOps Accidentally Shuts Down a Country's Internet23:21 Wrap-up and Final Thoughts🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyerWebsite: https://jonmyer.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSFLike my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k#aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization