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Adventures in DevOps

Will Button, Warren Parad

Join us in listening to the experienced experts discuss cutting edge challenges in the world of DevOps. From applying the mindset at your company, to career growth and leadership challenges within engineering teams, and avoiding the common antipatterns. Every episode you"ll meet a new industry veteran guest with their own unique story.

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76:29

Mastering Infrastructure as Code: Lessons from Matt...

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2025/03/25

Welcome back to another engaging episode of Top End Devs. In this episode, our hosts Will Button, Warren Parad, and Jillian are joined by guest Matt Gowey from Masterpoint. Together, they delve into the complex world of infrastructure as code, discussing best practices, challenges, and the human side of consulting in the DevOps space. Matt shares his journey from software development to running his own consulting agency focused on Terraform and OpenTofu. The conversation covers everything from the

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72:03

Understanding AI's Overhyped Potential in Modern...

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2025/02/27

In this episode of Top End Devs, hosts Warren Parad and Will Button sit down with John W. Maley, an attorney with a master's degree in computer science from Stanford University, to discuss the fascinating intersection of AI and the legal system. John shares insights from his book "Juris ex Machina," a sci-fi exploration of a future where AI replaces humans in the jury system. The conversation dives deep into the current state and future potential of AI, touching on its overhyped status, potential

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67:22

The Impact of Open Source on Business and Development...

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2025/02/21

In this episode of Top End Devs, hosts Warren Parad and David Kimura dive into a compelling discussion with guest Daniel Loreto, founder and CEO of Jetify. The conversation revolves around innovative solutions in the DevOps world, particularly focusing on the use of Nix and DevBox to streamline developer environments. Daniel shares insights from his vast experience at prominent tech companies like Google, Airbnb, and Twitter, detailing how Jetify is leveraging AI and agents to enhance software

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84:03

Exploring the Role of AI in DevOps with Michael...

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2025/02/06

In this engaging episode of Top End Devs, join host Warren Parad, co-host Jillian, and interviewer Will Button as they delve into a compelling conversation on the pervasive influence of AI across industries. Special guest Alex Kearns from UberTask Consulting shares his expertise on the real-world applications of AI, navigating through its rapid evolution and discussing both the opportunities and challenges it presents. From the impact of generative AI on business processes to intriguing ethical

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66:11

Real-World Testing: Insights from Rainforest QA...

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2025/01/23

Welcome to another exciting episode of Top End Devs! In today's show, we dive into the intricate world of quality assurance and testing strategies with our special guest, AJ Funk. AJ, a seasoned software engineer at Rainforest QA, shares his unique journey from playing professional baseball to developing cutting-edge QA solutions. Joining us are co-hosts Will Button and Jillian, along with fellow guest Matteo Collina.AJ walks us through the evolution of quality assurance at Rainforest QA,

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53:51

Open Source and DevSecOps ft. Will Kelly - DevOps 230

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2025/01/09

Will Kelly is a technical writer who joins the adventure to discuss bridging the gap between open source, development, and DevOps. He explains the personal and technical skills needed to help folks understand the need for using Open Source software and how developers and DevOps practitioners can communicate about the security concerns around complimentary practices of the two groups with the realms of their jobs.LinksDevSecOps: An open source storyLinkedIn: Will KellyTwitter: Will Kelly ( @willkelly

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31:24

Simplifying DevOps - DevOps 229

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2024/12/30

Ready to show off your coding skills to the world? Not so fast. In this episode, Will and Jillian discuss why developers need to simplify their product with the end goal in mind—the customer. They share some awesome examples of how to do this, how you can win Future You’s approval, and the steps to create a smooth user experience.“I think it’s a hard mental shift to say that my area of expertise shouldn’t be visible in the product. But, you need to understand the end goal. My goal is to automate

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73:31

Navigating Salesforce DevOps Challenges and AI...

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2024/12/19

In today's episode, Will and Jillian dive deep into the evolving landscape of Salesforce DevOps, joined by the experienced Vernon Keenan. This episode covers a range of critical topics including recent changes in Salesforce's AI product offerings and the complexities surrounding their pricing. Vernon takes us on his personal journey from telecom to pioneering a tax engine on Salesforce, leading to his current focus on Go and Kubernetes-driven DevOps solutions.They unpack the challenges developers

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45:59

Kubernetes Schema Validation Tools with Eyar...

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2024/12/12

Eyar Zilberman joins the adventure to discuss Kubernetes schema validation tools.The panel jumps in and discusses the power of and the pros and cons of the different kinds of schema validations.LinksWhy you need to use Kubernetes schema validation toolsA Deep Dive Into Kubernetes Schema ValidationDatree.ioEyar Zilberman - DEV CommunityLinkedIn: Eyar ZilbermanTwitter: Eyar Zilberman ( @eyarzilb )PicksJillian- GitHub | cloudposse/terraform-example-moduleJonathan- Sid Meier's Memoir!: A Life in

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52:14

Gaining Stability with Rule Based Policies with...

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2024/12/05

Shimon Tolts is the CEO datree.io. Shimon talks the panel through an outage he experienced while working for a previous employer. He breaks down the situation and the explains the types of misconfiguration that caused his outage and how these things can cause problems in other applications as well.Linksdatree.ioTwitter: Shimon Tolts ( @shimontolts )PicksCharles- WillowCharles- Traeger GrillsJeffrey- How to be most efficient in learning something newJeffrey- Don't fall into the trap of just buying

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49:55

Balancing Technical Skills, Cultural Fit, and...

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2024/11/28

Will, Warren, and Jillian dive deep into a riveting discussion that spans a myriad of topics, from hiring practices to the hidden impacts of plastics in our brain matter. They kick off with Jillian's intriguing Amazon affiliate link strategy, sparking a fascinating debate on monetization. As they navigate through Warren's shocking revelation about plastics in our brains, he also shares a crucial health tip: blood donation as a method to combat "forever chemicals." But that's not all—Jillian also

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38:43

CI/CD Tools for Dummies - DevOps 224

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2024/11/21

We’re not calling you a dummy, but you might be one if you don’t listen to this episode. This time around, the gang discusses the do’s and don’ts of choosing CI/CD tools, including how to safety migrate between them, why super-specialized tools are getting extremely popular this year, and the ONE component that makes or breaks a tool.In This Episode1) The TWO questions you need ask BEFORE you choose your tools (and why there’s no “one size fits all”) 2) How to safely migrate from one tool to

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52:35

Streamlining DevOps: Managing with Epics for Clearer...

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2024/11/14

In this episode, they explore the realms of DevOps management and team dynamics. Will is joined by Warren and Jillian to delve into the challenges and strategies involved in transitioning from a ticket queue system to using epics for task management. They discuss how this shift prioritizes objectives, enhances team focus across global time zones, and improves communication with product teams.The conversation also touches on documenting processes, managing support work, and the importance of

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66:46

From Doha to New Hampshire: Embracing Change and...

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2024/11/07

Jillian returns to the podcast after a significant move from Doha, Qatar to a quaint town in New Hampshire. She shares her experiences of adjusting back to life in the U.S., both personally and professionally. The discussion delves into the logistics and emotional aspects of relocating internationally—what it’s like leaving behind furniture deemed disposable overseas, starting fresh with new purchases, and dealing with unexpected challenges along the way.Additionally, they talk about the Dora

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73:01

Navigating Secrets Management Complexities and Future...

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2024/10/31

In this episode, Will, Warren and Jillian dive into the complexities of secrets management and developer productivity with our esteemed guest, Brian Vallelunga from Doppler. Join them as Brian shares his journey from facing security challenges at Uber to founding Doppler, an innovative solution aimed at transforming how developers handle secrets.They delve into the critical importance of secrets management, Doppler's unique approach to making security practices not only essential but enjoyable for

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70:50

Strategies for Startups: Navigating Certification,...

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2024/10/28

Today, we have a dynamic discussion lined up with Will and special guest, Ben Johnson, the CEO of Particle 41. In this episode, they delve deep into the evolving landscape of the tech industry, from incentivizing certifications to the current economic conditions affecting startups.Ben shares his insights on the importance of experience and specialized knowledge, advocating for a system that prioritizes certifications as objective measures of learning. Will critiques the education system and proposes

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57:13

Software Dependencies: Do you Know What’s Lurking in...

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2024/10/17

Charles is joined by Caleb Fornari and Jeffrey Groman as we discuss the challenges of public versus private package managers and the security implications of using public repositories.LinksAdventures in DevOps - Devchat.tvDependency Confusion: How I Hacked Into Apple, Microsoft and Dozens of Other CompaniesDevchat.tv | JSJ 357: Event-Stream & Package Vulnerabilities with Richard Feldman and Hillel WayneMalicious code found in npm package event-stream downloaded 8 million times in the past 2.5

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66:54

From Core DevOps to Management: Balancing Technical...

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2024/10/10

Will and Warren dive deep into the world of career longevity and adaptability in the fast-evolving tech industry. They explore the often-overlooked importance of staying with a project long enough to understand and resolve complex issues, and how job dissatisfaction can be a tool for negotiation rather than a cue to immediately move on.They touch on early career experiences and the shift towards specialization, echoing advice from past guest Kelsey Hightower. Warren also shares his intriguing

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65:45

End-of-Year Preparation and Considerations for...

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2024/10/03

In today's episode, Warren and Will dive into the difficulties of coordinating between marketing and engineering teams, particularly around handling increased traffic and sales during the holiday season. The discussion covers the importance of auditing code and looking for potential issues or technical debt at the end of the year. The hosts also explore strategies for pitching and justifying technical projects or rewrites to management, emphasizing the need to frame them in terms of business impact

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68:26

How Mastermind Groups Can Transform Your DevOps...

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2024/09/26

Will and Warren dive deep into the world of Mastermind groups and their impact on career success within the DevOps landscape. They explore the origins of mastermind groups from Napoleon Hill’s "Think and Grow Rich" and debate why a staggering 99% of them might be ineffective, according to Will. Warren shares his own experiences and expresses his curiosity about what truly makes such groups effective.They also draw intriguing parallels between accountability in mastermind groups and emergency

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