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In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with Paula Paul, Founder and Distinguished Engineer at Greyshore, about how companies can drive real value from open source software. With over four decades of experience in tech, Paula shares insights on open source supply chain security, the power of community, and how organizations can adopt cloud-native technologies more efficiently. We also explore the shift from “every company is a tech company” to “every company is a SaaS company,” and Paula reflects on her remarkable journey as a woman in tech since the 1980s. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in software innovation, digital transformation, and the future of technology.

What happens when four decades of hands-on engineering experience meet today's fast-moving AI and open-source ecosystem? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sit down with Paula Paul, Founder and Distinguished Engineer at Greyshore, to explore that intersection. Paula began her tech career in the early 1980s writing code for IBM mainframes and has since become a trusted voice in enterprise modernization, cloud adoption, and open-source governance. Today, she advises organizations on how to build with confidence in an era defined by complex software supply chains, generative AI, and evolving SaaS models. We recorded this conversation during a time when many organizations are feeling the pressure to adopt AI and modernize legacy systems, but struggle with where to begin. Paula offers grounded insights on how to break down replatforming into value-driven streams and why a “big bang” transformation approach is often more risk than reward. She also talks about the critical role of open source in business today—not just from a tooling standpoint, but in terms of responsibility, transparency, and community. Paula's perspective is refreshingly practical. She believes AI is a natural evolution of decades of computing and storage expansion but urges companies to start with targeted experiments and thoughtful team collaboration. She also shares her experiences as a woman in tech since the 1980s, reflecting on what's changed and what hasn't and how leadership dynamics continue to shape opportunities for women in the industry. Beyond the code, Paula draws a fascinating parallel between music and technology. As a board member of the Brookline Music School and an oboe and English horn student, she explores how musical thinking can enhance software development's rhythm, structure, and leadership. If you're navigating modernization, curious about AI's role in development, or wondering how to make open source work for your organization—technically and strategically—this episode has something for you. How are you balancing technical ambition with long-term value? Let's continue the conversation.

(03:43) Brought to you by Swimm.io.⁠⁠⁠⁠Start modernizing your mainframe faster with Swimm.Understand the what, why, and how of your mainframe code.Use AI to uncover critical code insights for seamless migration, refactoring, or system replacement.Are you feeling overwhelmed by the rapid pace of technological change?How do you not just survive, but thrive through decades of major changes in the tech industry?With 42 years experiencing the tech industry's biggest transformations, Paula Paul (Distinguished Engineer, Technical Advisor, OpenJS Foundation Board Member) has seen it all. Hear her hard-won lessons on navigating massive technology shifts, from mainframes to modern AI and cloud. This episode explores why embracing change and building a healthy relationship with technology are crucial for a fulfilling career.Key topics discussed:Insights from a 42+ year career spanning mainframes, CAD, the web, cloud, and AIA refreshing perspective on AI: Is it taking jobs away or creating choices?Why technology is often the “easy part” compared to managing changesHow to cultivate a healthier relationship with technology and avoid overwhelmTimeless advice for building a successful and fulfilling tech career you loveNavigating career pivots and embracing a non-linear path (“canvas vs. ladder”)The latest challenges of open source software, e.g. licensing and security risksThoughts on diversity, inclusion, and meritocracy in the tech industryTune in for practical advice and deep reflections on building resilience, embracing curiosity, and finding your place in the ever-changing world of technology.  Timestamps:(02:10) Career Turning Point(05:59) How to Approach AI and Rapid Technology Change(07:27) Long Feedback Loop in Software Development(10:35) Importance of Building the Right Things(13:35) The Fear of AI and Technology Changes(16:46) Timeless Tech Career Advice(19:34) Navigating Career Decisions(23:03) Every Company is a SaaS Company(26:22) The Huge Impact of Open Source(28:59) Open Source's Security Challenge(31:04) Managing a Healthy JavaScript Ecosystem(33:11) Recent Trend of Open Source Licensing Change(35:46) Choosing Open Source vs. Commercial Software(37:18) Challenges of AI Model Training Based on Open Source(41:46) Recent Challenges with DEI Programs(45:05) The Value of Diversity(47:34) AI as Learning Tool(48:46) Creating Healthy Relationship with Technology(51:45) Dealing with Tech Anxiety(55:03) 3 Tech Lead Wisdom_____Paula Paul's BioPaula is a trusted technical advisor and distinguished engineer who has served as a fractional CTO in multiple organizations. Paula championed API, Identity, and platform strategies as a Distinguished Engineer with ThoughtWorks and led cloud adoptions on AWS, GCP, and Azure through her company, Greyshore. Paula is passionate about Open Source; she has been a multi-year speaker and co-chair of Open Source Day for the Grace Hopper Celebration and currently serves as a board member with the OpenJS Foundation and the Brookline Music School.Follow Paula:LinkedIn – linkedin.com/in/paulapaulMedium – @paulapaulWebsite – http://greyshore.com_____Our SponsorsManning Publications is a premier publisher of technical books on computer and software development topics for both experienced developers and new learners alike. Manning prides itself on being independently owned and operated, and for paving the way for innovative initiatives, such as early access book content and protection-free PDF formats that are now industry standard.Get a 40% discount for Tech Lead Journal listeners by using the code techlead24 for all products in all formats.Like this episode?Show notes & transcript: techleadjournal.dev/episodes/211.Follow @techleadjournal on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.Buy me a coffee or become a patron.

Welcome to the Artificial Intelligence Podcast with Jonathan Green! In this episode, we're delving into the ever-evolving world of AI with our special guest, Paula Paul, an industry veteran with a wealth of experience in software engineering and AI consulting.Paula offers an insightful perspective on the expansive and sometimes misunderstood realm of AI, drawing on her extensive background in computing. We explore how AI has transitioned from deterministic decision-making tools to probabilistic language models, transforming the way humans interact with technology. Paula shares how AI has evolved past the rigid syntax of early computing days to a more intuitive interface where imperfect input can still yield accurate results, enhancing accessibility for non-technical users.Notable Quotes:"The challenges are around the way people relate to technology and the change management involved." - [Paula Paul] "Every job that's replaced by AI will just create new opportunities." - [Jonathan Green] "Technology is really abundant and easy, and the challenges are around the way people relate to it." - [Paula Paul] "AI is really a very helpful tool, but it's wrong a lot and you still need someone there to go, wait a minute, that's the wrong answer." - [Jonathan Green]Connect with Paula Paul:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulapaul/ Website: https://www.greyshore.com/Connect with Jonathan Green The Bestseller: ChatGPT Profits Free Gift: The Master Prompt for ChatGPT Free Book on Amazon: Fire Your Boss Podcast Website: https://artificialintelligencepod.com/ Subscribe, Rate, and Review: https://artificialintelligencepod.com/itunes Video Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@ArtificialIntelligencePodcast

In this podcast episode, host Dave Sobel interviews Paula Paul, the founder and distinguished engineer at Grayshore, about the importance of open source in businesses. Paula emphasizes that open source is already deeply integrated into most commercial applications, with a vast majority of software relying on open-source libraries. She highlights the need for businesses to effectively manage and secure their open-source dependencies, especially in light of recent instances where open-source has been used as an attack vector for social engineering. Paula discusses the challenges faced by organizations in managing dependencies on open-source packages, which have significantly increased in complexity over the years. She advises businesses to become more aware of the open-source packages they rely on and to prioritize securing customer-facing assets. Paula also recommends getting involved with organizations like the OpenJS Foundation and leveraging services from companies like Tidelift and HeroDevs to support and secure open-source dependencies. The conversation delves into the risks and benefits of using open-source software, highlighting the potential for social engineering attacks and licensing issues. Paula argues that the open-source model offers more agility and community support compared to closed-source solutions but also stresses the importance of contributing back to the open-source ecosystem. She encourages businesses to support the preservation of open source as a valuable natural resource and to align their missions with the values of the open-source community. As the discussion turns to the intersection of AI and open source, Paula sees opportunities for leveraging AI tools to enhance open-source projects, particularly in areas like code analysis and testing. She suggests that service organizations looking to engage with open source should explore projects within foundations like the OpenJS Foundation, Finos, and CNCF. Paula emphasizes the importance of human expertise in cybersecurity and the need for continuous monitoring and rapid response in today's threat landscape. Supported by:https://getinsync.ca/mspradio/https://www.huntress.com/mspradio/  All our Sponsors:   https://businessof.tech/sponsors/ All our Sponsors: https://businessof.tech/sponsors/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessoftech.bsky.social

Did you know that 90% of the internet depends on free licenses from open source software? But what happens when those licenses stop being free? Listen to this episode to find out. You will learn from Paula Paul, Founder and Distinguished Engineer at Greyshore, who also serves also serves on the board of the OpenJS Foundation Key takeaways: Open source refers to software distribution with a specific kind of license that allows others to view and use the code. 90% of commercial software products are built on open source software. Open source projects are motivated by building community and creating differentiation. Understanding open source and its dependencies is crucial for business leaders and investors. ---  To discuss a corporate training program for your organisation, book a consultation call here.  Happy clients include Blackstone x Techstars Launchpad, Oxford University and Constellation Brands.  ---    We love hearing from our readers and listeners. So if you have questions about the content or working with us, just get in touch on info@techfornontechies.co   Say hi to Sophia on Twitter and follow her on LinkedIn. Following us on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok will make you smarter. 

Timestamps00:00 - Intro05:10 - Paula's Professional Journey10:30 - What Inspired Paula to Go Through the Open Source Path14:50 - What are some of the biggest challenges and impacts that Paula sees in companies trying to derive value?23:30 - Is the Tech World a Meritocracy? 25:35 - A Shift Of What is a Tech Company?27:30 - Kids Interacting with New Technologies31:30 - What Does Open Source Data Means to Paula? 42:50 - What is a Question that Paula has never been asked before?47:00 - What Advice would you give to the audience? 51:50 - Backstage with Executive Producer Leo Godoy LinkedIn - Connect with CharnaLinkedin - Connect with Paula 

Robby has a chat with Paula Paul, a distinguished engineer with Greyshore Associates, where she helps organizations adopt cloud-native technology and serves the community as an ABI Syster, diversity speaker, and mentor. Paula entered the workforce in the early ‘80s as a software engineer with IBM , where she shipped her first product on magnetic tape. She's had roles in product development, engineering management, consulting, and she's led several modernization efforts along the way.Paula will highlight readability and unit testing as the two most important characteristics of maintainable software, and dive into what legacy code really is, how technical debt has changed over the years, and how the industry underestimates the emotional and mental cost of context-switching. From her many years in the game, Paula will also talk about her long experience of software modernization and share her expertise on why engineers should pay enough attention to cleaning their code as they go, how organizations have to grapple with different challenges due to ineffective technical decision making processes, finding the right balance of automated testing, and so much more.For those of you who are trying to figure out what direction to head in where your engineering careers are concerned, Paula will share her wisdom in what it's like to work in the consulting space versus a product-oriented organization. It's going to be one very resourceful episode so don't miss out.Book Recommendations:The City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/307791.The_City_of_EmberHelpful LinksThe Greyshore Website: https://greyshore.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulapaulMedium: https://www.medium.com/@paulapaulTwitter:  https://www.twitter.com/paulapaultweetsCrucial Conversations - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/15014.Crucial_ConversationsThe Practice of Adaptive Leadership - https://store.hbr.org/product/the-practice-of-adaptive-leadership-tools-and-tactics-for-changing-your-organization-and-the-world/5764Subscribe to Maintainable on:Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotifyOr search "Maintainable" wherever you stream your podcasts.Apple PodcastsOvercastSpotify

Guests: (Passengers on Flight) 1. David Sanderson 2. Vallie Collins 3. Stephen Mallon (Photographer) 4. Ben Bostick 5. Paula Paul

This is an auspicious week in aviation history. 13 years ago, on January 15, 2009, US Airways Flight 1549, an Airbus A320, on a flight from New York City's LaGuardia Airport to Charlotte, North Carolina, struck a flock of birds shortly after take-off, losing all engine power. Unable to reach any airport for an emergency landing due to their low altitude, pilots Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger and Jeffrey Skiles glided the plane to a ditching in the Hudson River off Midtown Manhattan.[1] All 155 people on board were rescued by nearby boats, with only a few serious injuries.   This water landing of a powerless jetliner with no deaths became known as the Miracle on the Hudson,[2] and a National Transportation Safety Board official described it as "the most successful ditching in aviation history".[3] The Board rejected the notion that the pilot could have avoided ditching by returning to LaGuardia or diverting to nearby Teterboro Airport. Everyone knows this story. It was dramatized in the 2016 film Sully, starring Tom Hanksas Sullenberger.Today we have 5 amazing guests who are intimately involved in this story, Vallie Collins, David Sanderson, Ben Bostic, Stephen Mallon and Paula Paul.   Thanks for listening to the show! It means so much to us that you listened to our podcast! If you would like to continue the conversation, please email me at allen@drallenlycka.com or visit our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/drallenlycka.    We would love to have you join us there, and welcome your messages. We check our Messenger often.   As a big thank you for listening to our podcast, we'd like to offer you a free copy of Dr. Lycka's bestselling book. The show is built on “The Secrets to Living A Fantastic Life.” Get your free copy by clicking here: https://secretsbook.now.site/home   We are building a community of like-minded people in the personal development/self-help/professional development industries, and are always looking for wonderful guests for our show. If you have any recommendations, please email us!   Dr. Allen Lycka's Social Media Links Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/drallenlycka Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/dr_allen_lycka/ Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/drallenlycka LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/allenlycka YouTube:  https://www.YouTube.com/c/drallenlycka   Subscribe to the show We would be honored to have you subscribe to the show – you can subscribe to the podcast app on your mobile device.   Leave a review We appreciate your feedback, as every little bit helps us produce even better shows. We want to bring value to your day, and have you join us time and again.  Ratings and reviews from our listeners not only help us improve, but also help others find us in their podcast app. If you have a minute, an honest review on iTunes or your favorite app goes a long way! Thank you!

Paula Paul, Distinguished Engineer with Greyshore Associates and volunteer and former Track Lead at Women Who Code, interviews Maria Arkelatyan, Senior Developer and Developer Manager with PokerStars. They discuss Maria's work at PokerStars, her move from mathematics into computer science, and then into a tech management role, and what she sees for the future.

Today on @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ we take a look at two new Netflix features. One looks at relationships, and the other is a new entry in the vampire lore! '#The Four of Us' is the new film from Florian Gottschick @florian_gottschick who co-wrote with Florian von Bornstädt @flovobo Two befriended couples, Nils (Jonas Nay @jonas_nay) & Maria (Paula Kalenberg @paula.kalenberg) + Janina (Nilam Farooq @nilam.farooq) & Ben (Louis Nitsche @louisnitsche) have embarked on a four-week partner swap. The only rule was not to have sex. At the end, everyone meets again in a holiday home on the beach and realizes that their feelings have changed, they question relationship models and their expectations are reassessed. In the end, the question remains who loves whom and whether that is actually enough. 'Night Teeth' #NightTeeth is directed by Adam Randall @adamrandalll and written by #Brent Dillon To earn some extra cash, quirky college student Benny (Jorge Lendeborg, Jr. @jorgelendeborg) moonlights as a chauffeur for one night. His task: drive two mysterious young women (Debby Ryan @debbyryan and Lucy Fry @lucyfry) around Los Angeles for a night of party hopping. Taken captive by his clients' charm, he soon learns that his passengers have their own plans for him - and an insatiable thirst for blood. As his night spins out of control, Benny is thrust into the middle of a clandestine war that pits rival tribes of vampires against the protectors of the human world, led by his brother (Raúl Castillo @raulcastillo), who will stop at nothing to send them back into the shadows. With sunrise fast approaching, Benny is forced to choose between fear and temptation if he wants to stay alive and save the City of Angels. This week we have: The Four of Us Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/mjQ33hVIgQE Digital Release Date: 15th October 2021 Director: Florian Gottschick Cast: Jonas Nay, Nilam Farooq, Louis Nitsche, Paula Kalenberg, Tim Oliver Schultz, Paula Paul, Janina Elkin Credit: Netflix, Red Pony Pictures, Saxonia Media Filmproduktion Genre: Drama, Romance Running Time: 88 min Cert: 18 Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/c-gxVy_ByHc Website: Here https://www.netflix.com/title/81350337 ------------ Night Teeth Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/KOdURFWqdNE Digital Release Date: 20th October 2021 Director: Adam Randall Cast: Jorge Lendeborg Jr., Debby Ryan, Megan Fox, Lucy Fry, Alfie Allen, Raúl Castillo, and Alexander Ludwig Credit: 42, Unique Features, Netflix Genre: Action, Crime, Drama Running Time: 100 min Cert: 15 Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/ZNu-G-rd4H4 Website: Here. https://www.netflix.com/title/81043660 ------------ *(Music) 'BK to LA' (feat. M.O.P.) by Xzibit - 2002 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/eftv/message

What does transformation mean to you? Clare speaks to Paula Paul about her long experience of software modernisation.

Paula Paul, Distinguished Engineer, has been working in technology since the 80s where she worked at IBM where they shipped their first product in magnetic tape! Since then, she's worked in various other areas in technology. Paula is passionate about equal opportunities for technical literacy. In this episode, Paula gives advice on what to do when you feel discouraged.

Serverless has become the buzzword du jour. But what does it mean? What are the implications for your enterprise applications when you’re using services where you’re not responsible for the infrastructure that they run on? How do AWS Lambda, Azure Functions and GCP Cloud Functions fit in To explore these issues, our co-hosts Mike Mason and Zhamak Dehghani are joined by Paula Paul, a Tech Principal at ThoughtWorks and Mike Roberts, an external cloud engineering consultant and former ThoughtWorker.

Software development has evolved a lot in the last decades. From shipping software on magnetic tapes to just downloading it with a button, it has transformed the way organizations work. Paula Paul, Technology Principal at ThoughtWorks, explains what it was like to write software on punch cards and her recent work on cloud computing.

Cloud computing has been established in businesses all over the world, regardless of size or sector. Internet-based cloud computing provides companies with the ability to access and store data anywhere, anytime. We have assembled a panel of top experts together to help you understand how you can best utilize and protect your cloud. Hear insights from Paula Paul, Principal Architect of ThoughtWorks, Chris Weiss, Chief Architect at Dewpoint, Mike Wagner, Director of Channel Alliances Sales at Red Hat, Collin Boyce, CIO for The City of Lansing, and Jim Weiber, Senior Technical Architect at Dewpoint, on Entrepreneur Connect brought to you by Dewpoint.

Cloud computing has been established in businesses all over the world, regardless of size or sector. Internet-based cloud computing provides companies with the ability to access and store data anywhere, anytime. We have assembled a panel of top experts together to help you understand how you can best utilize and protect your cloud. Hear insights from Paula Paul, Principal Architect of ThoughtWorks, Chris Weiss, Chief Architect at Dewpoint, Mike Wagner, Director of Channel Alliances Sales at Red Hat, Collin Boyce, CIO for The City of Lansing, and Jim Weiber, Senior Technical Architect at Dewpoint, on Entrepreneur Connect brought to you by Dewpoint.

Paula Paul entered the workforce as a software engineer after an internship with IBM in the early 80’s. Since then she has shipped commercial software, evangelized .NET for Microsoft, and held executive positions in corporate IT. After ‘flipping the table’ mid-career, she came back to technology through a passion for teaching people to code. Paula is currently an architect with AmWINS Group, Inc. and enjoys work in the community as an ABI (Anita Borg Institute) Syster, diversity speaker, and mentor. Show notes at http://hellotechpros.com/paula-paul-people/ What you will learn from this episode Why this is the perfect time to get into the technology industry. The demographics of awesome software developers. Why "TechnologyPeople" is an awesome glitch. The hardest part of working in the tech industry and why we struggle in that area. How to get around the passive-aggressive resistance of engineers. The win-win scenario of being wrong. Why we need to tap into the emotions of the people we are serving. The fears and anxieties that hold people back. How to find the companies that will support your skill set.   Sponsors Career Hyperdrive Course

Formed less than a year ago the Germantown Artists Roundtable is working to unite and serve the artists of Germantown. From public arts events to creating resources that aid the artistic community the Roundtable is taking a holistic approach to creating a vibrant arts environment. Paula Paul, one of the organizers of the Artists Roundtable, steps on the Soapbox to talk about what they have done so far and their big plans for the future of the arts and artists in this community. More about the Germantown Artists Roundtable: -They are seeking a volunteer web developer to create a new website for the group. Wordpress is a preferred platform. If interested please contact gtartistrt@gmail.com. -You can follow the goings on with the GAR and it's members on their Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/groups/gtartistroundtable. -Any inquiries should be sent to gtartistrt@gmail.com. Coming Up: Sept. 8: 2nd Germantown Photo Walk. 9-11 AM. Meet at Happy Hollow Playground at 4800 Germantown Ave. Sept. 15: Celebrate Germantown - Slideshow of images from both photo walks, music, food trucks and you. 4800 Germantown Ave from 6-9 PM. Sept. 20: General Meeting of the GAR. Meetings are every third Thursday from 7-9 PM at the First Presbyterian Church on Chelten Ave (between Germantown Ave and Green St). The Northwest Soapbox is a platform for the people of Northwest Philadelphia to offer commentary, share news or make a call for action. Each week a different person speaks to issues affecting our community. Want to get on the soapbox? Contact us at: soapbox@gtownradio.com.

With Paula Paul, author of the novels Crazy Quilt, The Barefoot Girl, and 21 other books

With Paula Paul, author of the novels Crazy Quilt, The Barefoot Girl, and 21 other books