Latest Continuous deployment Podcast Episodes
Technical Tips - Handling Flaky Tests in LLM-powered Applications
Semaphore Uncut - April 23, 2024 08:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWe are continuing our series of episodes - Technical Tips - to give you bite-sized advice on the best practices of software engineering so your coding life is easier and more efficient. Today, we'll learn how to apply TDD (Test-Driven Development) to Large Language Models (LLMs) powered applicat...
Kelsey Hightower on Embracing Open Source
Semaphore Uncut - April 09, 2024 07:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsBy challenging assumptions and embracing experimentation, individuals and teams can unlock fresh ideas. To this end, collaboration fueled by diverse perspectives further strengthens this innovation cycle. In this episode, Kelsey Hightower shares his experiences, from challenging the status quo...
Technical Tips - 30 Common CI/CD Questions (with Answers)
Semaphore Uncut - March 26, 2024 13:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWe are kicking off a new series of episodes - Technical Tips - to give you bit-sized advice on the best practices of software engineering so your coding life is easier and more efficient. Today, we''ll answer 30 most popular questions about CI/CD. How many can you answer? Listen to the ful...
Maaret Pyhäjärvi on Testing in the Modern Age
Semaphore Uncut - March 12, 2024 08:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsTesting safeguards the quality and reliability of products. And while there might be occasional misunderstandings, as in any collaborative environment, developers and testers are not inherently at odds. On this subject, veteran tester Maaret Pyhäjärvi believes in delivering feedback constructive...
James Bach on Questioning the Norms of Software Testing
Semaphore Uncut - February 27, 2024 07:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsSpeed and agility reign supreme in software development. However, this drive can sideline the role of testing: Bugs slip through the cracks, security vulnerabilities go unnoticed, and user frustrations mount. Amidst this turmoil, James Bach stands as the voice of reason—and dissent. From his u...
Romaric Philogène on Nurturing Developer Experience
Semaphore Uncut - February 06, 2024 07:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsFrom the outbreak of cloud services to the growing complexity of development infrastructure, developers are increasingly burdened with managing technical hurdles instead of focusing on innovation. Internal platform engineering emerges as a potential solution. However, traditional platform engine...
Antoine van der Lee on Building and Leading Winning Teams
Semaphore Uncut - January 23, 2024 10:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsLeading engineer teams through technical complexities requires creating an environment where technical expertise thrives alongside strong team spirit: empowering developers, sparking innovation, and bridging communication gaps. At WeTransfer, iOS mobile lead developer Antoine van der Lee has cul...
Pablo Iñigo Sánchez and Kirill Shirinkin on Unveiling Business Value From AI
Semaphore Uncut - January 09, 2024 08:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsFueled by the urgency of staying ahead of the competition, hype cycles swirling around new technologies often overshadow actual business applications. Buzzwords like "AI" and "LLMs" swirl around promising revolution, but how do you untangle their potential from the hype? And if the cloud is the ...
Maximiliano Contieri on Bridging the Industry-Academia Divide
Semaphore Uncut - December 12, 2023 09:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsDespite their common subject matter, the software industry and computer science often operate on divergent assumptions and priorities, making collaboration difficult. In this episode, Maximiliano Contieri helps us understand the longstanding tension between academia and industry from an inside...
Jeremy Meiss on Developer Relations: From Evangelism to Advocacy
Semaphore Uncut - November 28, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWith community and Developer Experience taking on greater priority across the technology sector, Developer Relations (DevRel) has had to adapt and connect with developers beyond technical expertise. Besides as DevRel continues to change shape across companies, it also serves as a springboard to ...
Ben Rometsch on Product Simplicity Over Hypeness
Semaphore Uncut - November 14, 2023 13:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsCompanies differing motivations and resources determine their priorities and impact how they develop their products. In this way, not all companies base their business model on building a product to solve a real problem. Still, some of them do. In the case of Flagsmith, a commercial open-source ...
Jonathan Gottfried on Empowering Developers and Fostering Community
Semaphore Uncut - October 31, 2023 08:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsEducation is one of developers’ most precious assets. Education makes the difference in adapting to changing tech trends and industry perspectives. What’s more, quality educational environments can also help developers network and find jobs. With this end in mind, Major League Hacking provides...
Tracy Lee on Embracing Excitement, Community, and Change
Semaphore Uncut - October 03, 2023 11:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsKeeping up with the latest trends and technologies, dealing with imposter syndrome, and finding your place in the community are just a few of the challenges developers face. Withal, for those who are passionate about technology, it can also be a rewarding and exciting career. In this episode, ...
Nicolas Frankel on Navigating API Complexity
Semaphore Uncut - September 19, 2023 11:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsAPI developers must navigate evolving standards, design intuitive interfaces, ensure security, and address the ever-changing needs of clients. With diverse data formats, authentication methods, and scalability requirements, API design demands a delicate balance between simplicity and robustness,...
Mey Beisaron on Moving From Backend Developer to DevOps: A Journey into the Dark Side of Tech
Semaphore Uncut - August 08, 2023 12:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsDevOps emerged to break down the silos between development and operations teams, speeding up release cycles, reducing errors, and improving communication. For developers, this meant the opportunity to play a more central role in the software development process. In this regard, Mey Beisaron’s ...
Peter Zaitsev on The Evolution and Challenges of The Open Source Space
Semaphore Uncut - July 25, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsIn this episode, we delve into the experiences and insights of Peter Zaitsev, an advocate for the open-source community, as he sheds light on the complex terrain of open source, the evolving software development landscape, and the implications for developers and businesses alike. Listen to the ...
Michael Feathers On Facilitating Onboarding and Scaling in Software Development
Semaphore Uncut - July 11, 2023 12:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThe ability to adapt, collaborate, and continuously improve has become paramount in keeping pace with ever-changing technologies, customer demands, and market trends. In this episode, we discover how Michael Feathers, chief architect of Globant and renowned software expert, addresses the chall...
Jeff Atwood on Empowering Programmers and Digital Communities
Semaphore Uncut - June 27, 2023 13:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsIn this episode, Stack Overflow and Discourse co-founder Jeff Atwood reveals his thoughts on the platforms that have left an indelible mark on the programming community. We delve into his achievements, reflections, and perspectives on communities, the role of AI, and the future of programming....
Kevlin Henney on Code Refactoring
Semaphore Uncut - June 13, 2023 12:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsRefactoring has become an integral part of software development practices and has gained widespread recognition and adoption in the industry. In this episode, we explore code refactoring through the perspective of Kevlin Henney, an experienced consultant, trainer, and co-author of renowned prog...
Richard Seroter on Balancing Business and Technology Strategies
Semaphore Uncut - May 30, 2023 09:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsRichard Seroter, Google Cloud’s director of product management and DevRel, shares his perspectives on the importance of learning, the disconnect between technology and business goals, and building customer-oriented teams. In this episode, we will explore his insights on career strategy, the sign...
Fernando Doglio on Skills of a Successful Software Engineer
Semaphore Uncut - May 18, 2023 08:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsBeginners might be intimate by the amount of knowledge and available resources when getting into software development. Finding the right direction and discerning what’s most important can be challenging. On this basis, Tech Writer and DevRel Fernando Doglio shares his insights on the essential...
Susanne Kaiser on Wardley Mapping
Semaphore Uncut - May 02, 2023 12:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsHow companies move during changes can determine their success, but also nurture eventual failure. In this episode, we will explore how Software Consultant Susanne Kaiser uses Wardley mapping and Domain-Driven Design to identify the core domain of businesses and apply the appropriate method per...
Nathan Sobo on The Future of Collaborative Code Editing
Semaphore Uncut - April 18, 2023 12:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsGithub has pushed the limits of collaboration in coding as a platform for discussing, sharing, and participating in code and projects. Yet, new tools are looking to push the limit even forward. Zed is a collaborative code editor that offers real-time interaction among teammates inside a code dev...
Adam Wulf on Application Refactoring
Semaphore Uncut - April 04, 2023 12:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThe evolution of distributed systems has normalized the benefits of cloud systems. From an end-user perspective, collaborating in real time has to feel smooth and organic. Still, developing one of these applications isn’t as clear-cut. In this episode, we hear from Adam Wulf, one of the develo...
Florence Chabanois on Creating a Diverse and Inclusive Work Environment
Semaphore Uncut - March 21, 2023 11:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsIn the tech industry, diversity and inclusivity have been long-standing challenges. Head of Engineering Florence Chabanois understands the importance of creating a work environment that celebrates differences and the role of management in addressing inclusion issues. With over a decade of expe...
Bart de Water on Building Robust Resilient Systems
Semaphore Uncut - March 07, 2023 13:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsBuilding resilient systems is crucial in ensuring that applications can keep functioning even while facing unexpected failures and disruptions. In fact, designing systems that can bounce back quickly and effectively is essential for long-term success. In this episode, we speak with Software De...
Alan Page on Testing: From Past to Future
Semaphore Uncut - February 21, 2023 13:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsSoftware testing has undergone a significant transformation in recent years. It has evolved from being an isolated, time-consuming activity performed at the end of the development cycle, to an integrated and ongoing process tied to customer success. Various factors have driven this shift, includ...
Adib Saikali on Protecting Your Software Development Workflow
Semaphore Uncut - February 07, 2023 13:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsContinuous Integration (CI) pipelines enable software development teams to build and test code quickly and efficiently. However, the need for robust security measures becomes increasingly important. On this episode, we interview Solutions Engineer Adib Saikali about his experience with CI pipe...
Sébastien Lorber on Building Documentation Websites Quickly and Easily With Docusaurus
Semaphore Uncut - January 24, 2023 10:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThe availability and quality of documentation are perhaps the most valuable assets for helping developers do their job. Likewise, good documentation will make the difference for users in choosing one product instead of another. However, finding the right tooling for managing and hosting document...
Simon Wardley on Improving Business With Maps
Semaphore Uncut - January 10, 2023 10:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThe complexity of business and business processes can pull us away from the big picture. Internal documents, graphs, and other visual representations are there to aid us, but they might not be detailed enough, intuitive, or easy to read. In this regard, Wardley maps are business management tools...
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