//podcastplus.net/feed/podcast~e51890519948a1a0477fbb59f95ae212c71b24d98a23fa3fbf0b418ba5545178 The podcast that helps you navigate your way through Kubernetes and Cloud Native trends. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:47:13 +0000 https://media.transistor.fm/e585a37d/65933d6a.mp3 Ever wondered how AI is changing the way we code? Laura and David break it down in this episode of Smart Coding. From real-world examples to the surprising environmental impact of AI tools, they cover it all—with a few personal stories thrown in. Tune in for a relaxed and eye-opening chat. 00:00 Introduction to AI Augmented Programming 01:32 David's Coding Journey with AI 02:43 Debating the Merits of AI in Coding 04:29 Practical Applications of AI in Development 07:14 The Future of Coding with AI 11:11 Personal Experiences and Reflections 14:40 Learning and Adapting in the AI Era 19:09 Analogies and Deeper Insights 23:24 Discussing Web Design Skills 23:44 Challenges with Rawkode Academy Website 23:54 AI's Role in Web Development 25:09 The Future of AI in Coding 27:47 AI in Meetings and Daily Life 30:45 Environmental Impact of AI 36:27 AI-Generated Documentation 26:35 Final Thoughts and Farewell Thu, 26 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://media.transistor.fm/e585a37d/65933d6a.mp3 https://media.transistor.fm/75cbebb7/12f4a925.mp3 Observability for Developers: What You Need to Know? In this episode, we discuss the intricacies of observability in microservices with Adriana Villela, a principal developer advocate at Dynatrace and an OpenTelemetry maintainer. Adriana shares insights about the importance of properly instrumenting code, managing technical debt, and balancing the environmental impact of observability data. She also delves into practical advice for getting started with OpenTelemetry and the importance of community contributions. Join us to pick up practical tips on improving your observability practices — and learn how to make smarter decisions that help you sleep better at night, even while running complex distributed systems.   00:00 Introduction to Observability 01:22 Meet Adriana Villela 03:40 The Role of Developer Advocacy 06:27 Challenges in Observability 08:05 Understanding OpenTelemetry 15:07 Manual vs. Auto Instrumentation 20:25 Best Practices for Instrumentation 22:58 Understanding Instru... Thu, 19 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://media.transistor.fm/75cbebb7/12f4a925.mp3 https://media.transistor.fm/0fe6fb67/445d46cd.mp3 The Future of Sustainability in Open Source Can open source ever truly be sustainable? In this mind-bending episode, Hazel Weakly guides us through the social, economic, and emotional layers of open source communities. We dig into governance, funding models, trust, burnout, and what it means to scale collective ownership—without losing your mind. Hazel Weakly: The Nivenly Foundation Fellow, Member of CNCF’s Deaf and Hard of Hearing WG, Software Developer | Leader  Hosts: David Flanagan and Laura Santamaria 00:00 Introduction to Open Source Sustainability 01:28 Meet Hazel Weakly 02:56 The Challenges of Open Source Sustainability 09:17 Maintainer Burnout and Governance 17:01 Funding Models and Economic Realities 27:26 Community Health and Conflict Resolution 40:46 The Future of Web Browsers as Public Utilities 47:07 Conclusion and Farewell Thu, 12 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000 https://media.transistor.fm/0fe6fb67/445d46cd.mp3 https://media.transistor.fm/83227d24/d68cc8bb.mp3 In this episode David and Laura explore the world of Atlantis, the Terraform automation tool, with special guest Jose (PePe) Amengual, a core contributor and maintainer of the Atlantis project. We discuss the origins, features, and future of Atlantis, along with its role in production engineering and its integration with various VCS systems. 00:00 Introduction 00:14 Terraform Automation and Project Atlantis 00:35 Pepe’s Journey with Project Atlantis 03:40 What is Atlantis? 22:05 Security Aspects of Atlantis 11:09 Future of Atlantis Thu, 03 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +0000 https://media.transistor.fm/83227d24/d68cc8bb.mp3 https://media.transistor.fm/69a8bdae/a7d0218e.mp3 Java for Serverless Functions   In this episode of Cloud Native Compass, hosts Laura and David explore the world of Java for serverless functions with special guest Otávio Santana. Otávio, a seasoned Java developer and Kubernetes expert, shares his insights into the modernization of Java, its ecosystem, and its place in the cloud native landscape. We discuss Java's evolution, the misconceptions surrounding it, and why it remains a powerful tool for developers today. 00:00 Introduction to Java for Serverless Functions 00:07 Meet Otavio Santana: Java Champion and Kubernetes Expert 04:28 Java's Evolution and Modernization 06:12 Java in the Cloud Native Landscape 16:56 Java Ecosystem and Frameworks 18:37 Java's Flexibility and Community Support 28:14 Java in Kubernetes and Future Prospects 29:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Thu, 27 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +0000 https://media.transistor.fm/69a8bdae/a7d0218e.mp3 https://media.transistor.fm/671a2384/991c7f98.mp3 Dapr: The Future of Microservices In this episode of Cloud Native Compass, host David Flanagan is joined by Mark Fussell, co-founder and CEO of Diagrid, to discuss the intricacies of Dapr and its role in microservices and distributed systems. They delve into the actor model, the new Dapr Agents, and much more. Creators & Guests David Flanagan - Host Laura Santamaria - Host Mark Fussell - Guest Click here to watch a video of this episode. (00:00) - Introduction (00:09) - Guest Introduction (00:14) - Overview of Dapr and Microservices (00:42) - Exploring Microservices (01:12) - Challenges in Microservices (00:42) - Dapr's Solutions for Microservices (03:25) - The Role of Dapr in Simplifying Microservices (04:17) - Communication and Coordination in Microservices (06:00) - Service Invocation and Pub/Sub in Dapr (33:22) - Component Model in Dapr (22:38) - The Outbox Pattern and Actor Model (39:49) - Dapr Agents and LLM Integration (49:08) - Diagrid's Role... Thu, 20 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +0000 https://media.transistor.fm/671a2384/991c7f98.mp3 https://media.transistor.fm/b0e09477/6370a472.mp3 Struggling to Learn Kubernetes? Here’s How to Stay MotivatedIn this episode of Cloud Native Compass, host David Flanagan talks with Koray Oksay, a Kubernetes consultant, trainer at Kubermatic, CNCF Ambassador, and organizer of KCD Istanbul. From this episode, you’ll learn how to overcome the challenges of learning new technologies, how to find motivation, and how to use real-world projects to improve skills. The guest shares personal experiences—how he moved from struggling with Perl and Python to using them effectively in production. Don’t miss this chance to learn from a seasoned professional! 00:00 Introduction and Missing Co-Host 00:25 Meet Koray: Background and Experience 01:59 Journey into Kubernetes and Cloud Native 04:55 Challenges in Adopting Kubernetes 06:17 Training and Skill Levels in Kubernetes 12:20 Tools and Best Practices in Kubernetes 17:44 Choosing the Right Tools for Your Needs 19:23 Preferred Tools and Final Thoughts 20:35 Introduc... Thu, 13 Mar 2025 19:16:00 +0000 https://media.transistor.fm/b0e09477/6370a472.mp3 https://media.transistor.fm/b4916840/23bdfb6f.mp3 In this episode, David and Laura catch up with Mikkel Mørk Hegnhøj from Fermyon to break down the latest in WebAssembly. They’ll cover how it’s changing cloud computing, what’s new with Spin and WASI, and why devs should care. Tune in for some great insights! Click here to watch a video of this episode. Creators & Guests David Flanagan - Host Laura Santamaria - Host Mikkel Mørk Hegnhøj - Guest (00:00) - Introduction to Server-Side WebAssembly (00:25) - Technical Difficulties and Banter (01:01) - Guest Introduction: Mikkel Mørk Hegnhøj (02:00) - WebAssembly Evolution and Spin 3.0 (05:02) - WASI and WebAssembly Components (10:23) - WebAssembly in Kubernetes (16:26) - Spin 3.0 Features and Future Directions (19:25) - Distributed Promises and WebAssembly (19:58) - Frameworks and Programming Languages in WebAssembly (20:58) - Polyglot Development and Experimentation (22:40) - Practical Use Cases for Polyglot Programming (24:37) - Enterprise Benefits... Fri, 28 Feb 2025 13:21:49 +0000 https://media.transistor.fm/b4916840/23bdfb6f.mp3 https://media.transistor.fm/097d7c30/146a735b.mp3 In this episode of Cloud Native Compass, hosts David Flanagan and Laura Santamaria dive deep into the complexities of the Kubernetes release cycle with guest Kat Cosgrove. Kat, a sub-project lead for SIGrelease in the Kubernetes project, shares her experiences and discusses issues such as burnout, handling drive-by PRs, and the nuances of managing a fast-moving open source project. They explore the structure of the release team, the challenges of maintaining CI stability, and the ever-evolving nature of contributing to Kubernetes. Alongside tech talk, the trio reminisces about their work history, the challenging debates over project management, and the quirks of maintaining open source projects. Kat also recommends a book, a movie, and an album, providing a well-rounded blend of tech insights and personal favorites. Click here to watch a video of this episode. Featuring David Flanagan - Host Laura Santamaria - Host Kat Cosgrove - Guest (00:00) - Introduction (00:08) - Meet the Ho... Thu, 30 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +0000 https://media.transistor.fm/097d7c30/146a735b.mp3 https://media.transistor.fm/8e65cfdf/1322569c.mp3 Exploring Cloud Migrations & Infrastructure Strategies with Jason Hall of Chainguard Click here to watch a video of this episode. In this episode of the Cloud Native Compass podcast, hosts David Flanagan and Laura Santamaria chat with Jason Hall, Principal Engineer at Chainguard. They delve into Chainguard's migration from Kubernetes and Knative to Cloud Run, discussing the reasons behind the move, cost considerations, managing technical debt, and best practices for infrastructure management. The conversation also covers the benefits of using Cloud Run, their strategic use of BigQuery for event logging, and insights into least access security models. Tune in to learn more about navigating cloud-native environments and optimizing infrastructure. Creators & Guests David Flanagan - Host Laura Santamaria - Host Jason Hall - Guest (00:00) - Introduction (00:52) - Jason Does Stuff (01:32) - Chainguard's Migration Journey (02:18) - Challenges with Kubernetes and Knative ... Thu, 16 Jan 2025 22:30:00 +0000 https://media.transistor.fm/8e65cfdf/1322569c.mp3