Software Defined Talk
Get ready for a weekly dose of all things Enterprise Software and Cloud Computing! Join us as we dive into topics including Kubernetes, DevOps, Serverless, Security and Coding. Plus, we’ll keep you entertained with plenty of off-topic banter and nonsense. Don’t worry if you miss the latest industry conference - we’ve got you covered with recaps of all the latest news from AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF).
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 61 minutes
- Episodes
- 484
- Years Active
- 2016 - 2025
Episode 277: This episode was way better than I expected
This week we answer listener questions, recap the year’s top stories and make a few predictions. Plus, we select the slides of the year!
Slides of the Year
Episode 276: I don’t understand how that works but I want to learn more
This week we discuss the state of virtual events, recent AWS re:Invent Announcements and the SolarWinds Hack. Plus, is YouTube Premium worth it…?
The Rundown
- AWS re:Invent
Episode 275: Your competition should not be your community
This week we discuss CentOS going upstream, Kubernetes removes Docker support and who’s buying the AirPods Max. Plus, Coté critiques Apple’s Notes App.
The Rundown
- CentOS
Episode 274: Can we start a Slack Channel to discuss this?
This week we discuss Salesforce acquiring Slack and recap all the important announcements from AWS re:Invent. Plus, some advice on chopping onions and robot vacuums.
The Rundown
- AWS Outage
Episode 273: Look at my iPad
This week we preview AWS re:Invent, breakdown the latest CNCF Survey and discuss container adoption. Plus, a review of banking apps, Google Pay and an update on Coté’s quest to achieve the iPad Lifes…
Episode 272: This time we’re doing it in green
This week we discuss IBM buying Instana, highlights from Kubecon and the rise of Substack. Plus, Coté updates us on his quest to live the iPad lifestyle.
The Rundown
Episode 271: The Defaults Lifestyle
This week we breakdown Apple’s new M1 chip, the new MacBook Air and discuss why so many devs still use vi. Plus, a discussion about when to use the default Documents Folder.
The Rundown
Episode 270: The Crossover Episode
A special crossover episode from our friends at Drunk and Retired. Visit drunkandretired.com to subscribe to the podcast.
Special Guest: JJ Asghar.
Episode 269: I like the no friction
This week we discuss Docker Hub's new rate limits, Tech Earnings and what Apple’s shift to ARM means for the industry. Plus, some advice on gaming for kids.
The Rundown
Episode 268: Drew Firment on teaching the world to cloud
Brandon interviews Drew Firment from A Cloud Guru. They discuss Drew's career, how Capital One embraced the cloud and A Cloud Guru's mission to teach the world to cloud. Plus, Drew offers advice on d…
Episode 267: Databases are at the end of a network connection
We discuss Zoom’s new phone system, debate the merits of Serverless and reflect on how SaaS has taken over the enterprise. Plus, Coté explains why he is trying to live the iPad Pro life.
The Rundown
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Episode 266: Dan Balcauski on sabbaticals, consulting and reducing product churn.
Brandon interviews Dan Balcauski from Product Tranquility. They discuss Dan's mid-career "mini retirement", what it's like to be a consultant and some strategies for B2B companies to reduce churn. Pl…
Episode 265: Configuring DNS? Pull up a chair.
Coté, Matt and Brandon discuss the latest news from the Cloud Foundry and OpenStack conferences, Docker alternatives, Google getting sued and the downfall of Quibi.
The Rundown
Episode 264: I poisoned the security well with my children
Matt and Brandon discuss Hashicorp’s recent product announcements and Twilio buying Segment. Plus, Matt gives his thoughts on the new iPhone 12 mini.
The Rundown
- New iPhones… iPhone SE vs. iPhon…
Episode 263: End of an Era
Brandon is joined by JJ Asghar and they discuss the recent changes at Chef and what it means for the Chef Community going forward.
Show Links
Episode 262: It’s be a shame if something were to happen to that nice API implementation of yours
It’s be a shame if something were to happen to that nice API implementation of yours
This week, Matt and Coté talk about possible implications of the Google vs. Oracle fight over API stuff. YOU’LL N…
Episode 261: Arnav Hiray on High School, Tech and Debate
Brandon interviews Arnav Hiray from Stony Point High School. Arnav is an accomplished High School Senior who has a passion for learning and technology. They discuss what it's like to go to High Schoo…
Episode 260: Show me what you got
This week we recap the latest announcements at VMworld, discuss App Modernization and rate the best software features of all time. Plus, lots of talk on what makes for a great EBC experience.
The Ru…
Episode 259: Michael Levan on Developer Relations, Go Programming and Code Quality.
Brandon interviews Michael Levan from Octopus Deploy. They discuss developer relations, Go Programming and Code Quality. Plus, Michael offers some tips for lighting your home office.
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Episode 258: One more adjustment and then we can start
Cote and Brandon discuss PagerDuty's acquisition of Rundeck, the current state of AIOps and why is Reed Hastings writing a book about Netflix’s Culture. Plus, some advice on haircuts.
The Rundown
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