Podcasts about software solutions

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Today, we're joined by Nik Froehlich, founder and CEO of Saritasa, a technology solutions company that designs and develops custom, commercial-grade software systems. We talk about:Pro and cons of building vs. buying softwareThe challenges of low code/ no code solutionsThe high costs of code debtCoping with client requests for cheaply developed softwareWill GenAI eliminate the need for developers to write code?Current AI development use cases: documentation & automatic testing

What is the difference between product solution fit and product market fit? David Hirschfeld is a seasoned software development expert with over three decades of experience, having held leadership roles at renowned companies like Computer Associates and Intel. He is known for his critical stance on traditional software development methodologies, which he argues often lead to prolonged development cycles and excessive costs. Advocating for his innovative "launch first method," Hirschfeld focuses on minimizing risk and accelerating success by integrating AI-driven workflow optimization, thereby reducing dependence on investor funding. His approach emphasizes creating realistic prototypes and fostering early customer interactions to validate business models, ensuring that startups can efficiently and accurately meet market demands. Key Takeaways: Focus on product solution fit over product market fit is crucial for success in software development. Early sales are important to validate the business model and confirm product-market fit. Prototyping with high-fidelity prototypes helps in assessing customer interest and identifying issues early on. Crafting product demos focused on solving immediate problems helps in achieving product-market fit. Detailed metrics, Kanban methodology, and constant releases are essential for accuracy and efficiency in software development projects. Tracking estimates and actuals, spending time in prototyping, and detailed scope management are key for project success. Maintaining accuracy in estimates and reporting variances is crucial for successful project execution. More from David Hirschfeld David Hirschfeld is the Founder and CEO of Tekyz Corp, a software development company dedicated to accelerating startups through expert product development, AI integration, and workflow automation. With nearly two decades of experience leading Tekyz, David created the Launch 1st methodology—an innovative approach that helps software founders achieve product-market fit fast while avoiding the most common and costly startup pitfalls. Under his leadership, Tekyz has become a go-to partner for software recovery projects, rescuing troubled initiatives and transforming them into scalable, successful ventures. David also shares his insights as the host of the Scaling Smarter podcast and serves as a trusted board member and advisor across various industries. Throughout his career, David has co-founded several ventures, including the groundbreaking social media startup Kloojj and Anzu LLC, a thriving offshore development hub he continues to lead in Pune, India. His broad expertise spans sectors such as real estate, healthcare, logistics, law enforcement, entertainment, and IoT—bringing a unique, cross-disciplinary perspective to every project. With a passion for solving complex problems and creating beautiful, user-centered systems, David remains deeply committed to helping visionary founders bring bold ideas to life—quickly, intelligently, and with lasting impact.   Website: https://tekyz.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dhirschfeld/   If you are an experienced CEO looking to grow your company, visit https://www.TheCEOProject.com   You can also reach Jim by email: Jim@TheCEOProject.com   LinkedIn: @theceoproject Instagram: @the_ceoproject Twitter/X: @the_CEO_Project Facebook:  @IncCEOproject

What if I told you that transforming the way your business operates could lead to a 50-to-1 return on time? Nick Sonnenberg, an entrepreneur, Wall Street Journal best-selling author, and CEO of Leverage, a consultancy that specializes in operational efficiency connects with Lou on Thrive LouD. Nick unveils the secrets behind the CPR business efficiency framework, designed to bring businesses back to life through enhanced time management, efficiency, and automation. Join us as we decode the mysteries of how even the most bloated of email inboxes can be tamed, saving hours every week and unlocking exponential productivity gains. Delve into Nick's journey from high-frequency trading to the world of efficiency consulting, and discover the common pitfalls businesses face irrespective of their size or industry. Key highlights include Nick's unique methodology for assessing organizational efficiency, the importance of selecting the right tools for your business needs, and the surprising truth about who within a company is best positioned to champion operational transformation. Don't miss the chance to revolutionize your business's operational framework and embrace enhanced efficiency, starting with this groundbreaking episode. TIMESTAMPED OVERVIEW 00:00 "Thrive Loud: Nick Sonnenberg Interview" 06:23 Business Assessment Roadmap 09:18 Choosing the Right Productivity Tool 10:39 Navigating Asana's Complexity 14:21 Navigating Business Efficiency Alignment 17:34 Optimize Resources and Insights 22:07 "Discover Thrive Loud Platform" Connect with Nick Check out Nick's company's website GetLeverage.com Grab a copy of Come Up For Air   Follow Us:

Welcome to our latest episode where we delve into the crucial topic of estate planning and business continuity with Oscar Vasquez, a state planning software coordinator. This discussion is not just for personal asset management but is especially tailored for entrepreneurs who wish to secure their business's future. Estate Planning and Business Continuity Oscar kicks off our discussion by emphasizing the importance of having solid estate plans in place, which includes everything from wills to detailed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). He shares an enlightening story about a bakery owner who successfully protected his business for future generations through meticulous legacy planning. The conversation, however, highlights that while Oscar's company provides software solutions for such planning, they do not directly integrate SOPs into their systems or templates. Living Trust and Affordable Legal Assistance Understanding the concept of a living trust can be daunting. Oscar breaks it down simply as a contract meant to safeguard one's assets for their beneficiaries, bypassing the need for lengthy probate hearings and avoiding hefty taxes. He proudly discusses how their service fills the gap between costly attorney fees and often insufficient DIY solutions, offering a middle-ground service that's both comprehensive and financially accessible. Software Solutions for Trust Management The benefits of using specialized software for trust management are vast. Oscar shares how their platform allows for unlimited changes, enabling users to adjust their plans as life situations evolve. He shares a touching story of a young couple using the trust to start saving for their future grandchildren's education, illustrating the personal and proactive nature of estate planning. Navigating Probate and Protecting Your Legacy Oscar explains the often misunderstood process of probate, detailing how it can expose estates to public scrutiny and potential scams, and significantly delay beneficiaries' access to bequeathed assets. To underscore the importance of a well-structured estate plan, he offers a discount code for listeners looking to start their journey in safeguarding their business and personal assets. Closing Thoughts As we wrap up, Oscar's insights remind us of the critical role estate planning plays not just in personal asset management but in ensuring the continuity and protection of a business. Listeners are encouraged to consider how they can apply these principles to their own business ventures to ensure a lasting legacy.   Connect with Oscar EstateDocPrep.com  Website  https://estatedocprep.com/ 24/7 Client Assistant AI phone number for Audience Question  805-909-4689 Download Free comprehensive Estate Guide https://estatedocprep.com/guide   For the First 10 members of audience to get a living trust get a $1000 discount code for a Comprehensive Living Trust, use Discount Code:  LEADERS     The Retreat Leaders Podcast Resources and Links: Learn to Host Retreats Join our private Facebook Group Top 5 Marketing Tools Free Guide Free Top 11 Tips for Building an Email List  Get your legal docs for retreats      Thanks for tuning into the Retreat Leaders Podcast. Remember to subscribe for more insightful episodes, and visit our website for additional resources. Let's create a vibrant retreat community together!   Subscribe:  Apple Podcast | Google Podcast | Spotify

In this episode of the Boxoffice podcast, brought to you by Agile Ticketing Solutions, co-hosts Daniel Loria, Rebecca Pahle, and Chad Kennerk discuss the latest in theatrical exhibition, including the opening weekend of Captain America: Brave New World. Then Rebecca is joined by Agile Ticketing Solutions Director Strategic Marketing Shane Burkett in the sponsored feature segment to discuss the company's role in enhancing cinema experiences through data-driven insights.Give us your feedback on our podcast by accessing this survey: https://forms.gle/CcuvaXCEpgPLQ6d18 What to Listen For00:00 Intro01:06 Paddington in Peru and UK Box Office Trends03:06 European Box Office and Local Film Success05:35 Nezha 2 Dominates Global Box Office07:48 Captain America: Brave New World Performance and Labor Issues14:16 Interview with Shane Burquette from Agile Ticketing Solutions15:35 Sponsor Message: Agile Ticketing Solutions16:05 Agile Ticketing Solutions: Business Intelligence and Customer Service20:04 Agile's Software Solutions for Diverse Venues24:10 Agile's Flexibility, Customization, and Guest Experience Tools27:20 Agile's Communication, Marketing, and Mobile App29:53 The Future of Exhibition: AI, Predictive Sales, and Agile's Support for All Operators33:28 Agile's Cloud-Based Solutions, Updates, and Visual Venue Application

Check out the latest careers at easyJet: https://bit.ly/3yCRlNS Episode Guest Julie Booth, COO at NEC Software Solutions, meets with Jack Parsons (Jackson) UK's Chief Youth Officer. Episode Timestamps Episode Partner easyJet streamlines affordable travel for all, with every role crucial in connecting millions via Europe's top airline network. With an innovative culture, easyJet empowers you to shape travel's future. Disclaimer The content provided on My Duvet Flip is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. The views expressed by hosts, guests, brands or contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the show's producers, sponsors, or affiliates. The information shared is not a substitute for professional advice, including but not limited to career counseling, financial guidance, legal consultation, or mental health support. Listeners and viewers are responsible for their own decisions and actions based on the content provided, and My Duvet Flip assumes no liability for any outcomes resulting from reliance on the information shared. By engaging with the show, you acknowledge and agree to this disclaimer. If you're struggling with debt, trusted advice and free support can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/debt-advice If you're struggling with mental health of any kind, you can find free support here: https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/

In this episode of Pathmonk Presents, host Ernesto chats with Alayne Gardner, Director of Revenue at Lodestar Software Solutions.  Alayne shares how Lodestar simplifies mortgage closing costs for lenders through automation and compliance. She dives into their innovative approach to marketing in a niche industry, highlighting the importance of authentic branding, creative content like memes and comic strips, and seamless website tools for lead generation. Learn about the challenges of marketing highly regulated products and how Lodestar keeps it fun, engaging, and effective.  Tune in to discover how Alayne balances sales, marketing, and partnerships, while leveraging creativity to drive conversions.  

Alex Golod - Founder - Fusion Software Solutions LLC TechCon SoCalAlex is Results is a driven IT Executive, Angel Investor, and a Global Technology Sourcing Expert with 20+ years in Technology field. Alex brings a strong technical and entrepreneurial lens to business via his extensive experience in corporate (Motorola, GGP) and private business (Intetics, Waverley Software) executive roles. Alex served on the European Advisory Board of International Association of Outsourcing Professionals (IAOP) while participating in multiple speaking engagements across North American Chapters of IAOP. Alex is a seasoned speaker on topics of Outsourcing and Angel/Alternative Investing, having shared his experience and guidance at multiple engagements: Web Summit 2023 in Rio, Web Summit 2021 in Lisbon, Kyiv Outsourcing Forum 2018, Exit Planning Institute, Outsource People 2017 and 2016 in Poland and Ukraine, AP Outsourcing Summit in Singapore, and other conferences across the globe. He has been Investor Judge, Mentor and Featured Investor during several conferences, startup events and competitions in Chicago, New York, Kyiv, Lisbon, Rio, Toronto,St Louis, Boston, Silicon Valley, among others. Alex has been featured in several publications such as Enterprise Services Outlook, IEEE Computer Society Magazine, CruxialCIO and more. Currently Alex serves as an advisor, mentor, and an angel investor for multiple US and global technology centric startups, both individually and through global accelerators. Also, Alex is an active member at Chicago ArchAngels, group providing risk capital to seed stage innovative companies, as well as a member of AngelsBand, first Belarusian Business Angel Network. Alex proudly participated as one of the organizers and speakers in first Midwest Belarusian Business Forums in Chicago, as well as ABBA Belarusian Business Forum in Washington, ABBA Belarusian events in Minneapolis and Chicago.

Welcome to the Tow Business Podcast, the towing industry's longest-running show, where we dive deep into the latest news, insights, and innovations that can help you grow your tow business. Each episode is crafted to provide a wealth of information and promote professionalism in the industry and within your community. Our distinguished hosts, Jeff and Brad, bring together their diverse experiences and viewpoints to foster thoughtful discussions on the challenges and triumphs faced by today's towing professionals. In this podcast, our discussion often traverses various pressing topics, including real-time weather challenges that impact the towing business, such as the intense snowstorms frequently seen in Ohio where the hosts reside. Listeners engage with stories of busy towing operations during inclement weather, and how each storm brings its unique set of demands on the industry. Episodes frequently feature intriguing banter about regional coffee preferences among tow truck drivers, providing a hint of humor that connects listeners on a personal level. Moreover, we continuously strive to highlight the darker side of the towing industry, particularly the scams that can target both operators and customers alike. In each episode, we delve into pressing issues such as potentially predatory towing practices and the ongoing battle against unscrupulous actors. With guests like Dennis McGowan from Honk, we uncover the tactics being used in the field and how towers can protect themselves and their businesses. Discussions are comprehensive, featuring detailed insights into towing scams, regulation loopholes, and tips for avoiding pitfalls that can be detrimental to business operations. Our podcast goes beyond just highlighting challenges; we also emphasize the importance of community and support for towing associations. These organizations play a vital role in promoting ethical practices and establishing standards that protect both towers and consumers. The emphasis on the towing association's support echoes the podcast's overarching message—be safe, be professional, and engage with regulatory bodies that advocate for our industry's integrity. Listeners can also expect a mix of stories highlighting innovative fixes and laughable experiences from the field, such as odd towing requests and the comical side of grave recovery situations. Each episode is filled with anecdotes that can help operators develop a more nuanced understanding of the various aspects of the business, from customer relations to equipment management. In addition to our enlightening discussions, we regularly shine a light on essential tools that can improve operational efficiency and customer service, such as Traxero's towing management software. By partnering with industry leaders, we ensure that our listeners are equipped with the knowledge and technological tools needed to thrive in this ever-evolving industry. Ultimately, Tow Business Podcast serves as a comprehensive resource for anyone interested in or currently part of the towing industry. We strive to educate, entertain, and empower our listeners to take charge of their businesses with integrity and professionalism. As we navigate new challenges together, we invite you to join our community of towers dedicated to excellence in service. Subscribe, share our episodes, and let's continue to grow and elevate the towing industry together.   0:01 Intro 4:47  Welcoming Dennis McGowan from Honk 8:45  Understanding Towing Scams and Challenges 15:14  Real-Life Towing Scams and Their Impact 20:45  Exploring the Scope of Towing Regulations 26:49  The Evolution of Scams in Towing 33:21  The Importance of Verification in Towing 41:38  The Role of Technology in Preventing Scams 47:05  Marketing for Towing Companies 47:35  Enhancing Efficiency with Software Solutions 48:31  Navigating Bait and Switch Tactics 58:17  The Cycle of Towing Regulations and Scams 1:02:12  Conclusion and Call to Action

Join us as we welcome Branca Ballot, VP of Marketing at Glide, a groundbreaking platform enabling non-technical people to build custom software solutions.  With extensive experience from companies like GoDaddy and Zenefits, Branca shares insights on how Glide is revolutionizing the way businesses approach software development.  In this episode, she discusses the power of turning spreadsheets into functional applications, their content-driven marketing strategy, and how they're helping operations leaders, IT professionals, and agencies streamline their workflows without traditional coding.

Join Joanna Martyr from Deswik, a global leader in mining technology and software on this episode of Mining Now! Joanna delves into how Deswik is revolutionizing the mining industry with its cutting-edge tools and solutions. She highlights the company's mission to empower mining operations with better planning, optimization, and efficiency while embracing sustainability and innovation. Joanna also shares insights into the challenges faced by the industry and how Deswik is tackling them head-on.

Modern manufacturers need modern production management tools. Deciding on an ERP should involve a lot of comparison and analysis. In this post, we introduce six of the best manufacturing ERP systems you should shortlist for 2025. You can learn more about it from this episode or read about it on our blog More information about MRPeasy software at our website mrpeasy.com  

In this episode of the Tow Business Podcast, we examine the challenges and trends in the towing industry as we close out 2024. Key topics include scams targeting towing professionals and insights into the Traxero-Autoro merger. We share personal experiences with scams, highlight the necessity for valid information sources, and analyze economic trends affecting the market. We wrap up by celebrating listener engagement and encourage feedback as we finally announce the winner of the Whiskey Set.  0:24 Introduction to Tow Business Podcast 0:51 Upcoming Shows and Topics 7:29 Marketing and Software Solutions 8:51 The Importance of Accurate Information 17:26 Navigating Insurance Questions 31:40 Observations on Business Closures 43:51 Economic Trends 47:27 Conclusion and Listener Engagement   Miller Industries Traxero Harbinger Marketing ERSCA   Please consider donating to the National Open Commerce and Safer Highways Coalition @ https://www.nocshc.com/  

In this episode of Future Tech, I speak with expert software engineer and Chief Software Officer at Fitch, Derek Ferguson, about building and scaling globally successful software platforms. Derek explains how DevOps Transformation can redefine a company's competitive edge and shares insights into using AI to enhance, not replace, the work of engineers. He also discusses how ESG principles are driving innovation at Fitch and the evolving role of technology in shaping the future of risk assessment and software development. This episode offers valuable perspectives for anyone navigating the intersection of AI, software engineering, and business strategy.

In this episode of Profits with Pajak, John Pajak sits down with Riley Pototschnik to discuss the journey of entrepreneurship, the importance of knowing your target market, and the transformative power of effective communication. Riley shares his path from starting a car detailing business as a teenager to creating EveryChat, a communication platform designed to improve customer experiences. Together, they explore how identifying your ideal customer avatar can shape your business strategy, reduce marketing costs, and foster client loyalty. Comments and Questions are welcome.  Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Lawn Care Life Conference Get ready for an event that will energize and inspire your lawn care business—it's the Lawn Care Life Conference, happening February 21-22, 2025, at the stunning Mathews Manor in Springville, Alabama! This two-day experience brings together the industry's brightest minds, including Brandon Gray, Andy Mulder, Allyn Hane, Jason Creel, and Paul Jamison. Whether you're looking to sharpen your marketing, master pricing, or scale your operations, you'll walk away with practical strategies and fresh ideas to fuel your success. From hands-on equipment demos to exclusive giveaways, and countless opportunities to connect with other passionate professionals, this is more than a conference—it's an experience. Want to elevate your day? VIP tickets include perks like priority seating, professional headshots, and exclusive merchandise. Seats are limited, so grab your ticket now at lawncarelife.com and be part of something extraordinary! https://www.lawncarelife.com/conference   Training and Courses Budgets, Breakevens, and Bottom Lines™ Workshop John Pajak's exclusive system is designed to help you avoid common failures and achieve your business' financial goals to be profitable and scale your business. https://www.johnpajak.com/offers/qvgvV8m3/checkout   Yardbook Training Workshops Learn one-on-one with John Pajak to use Yardbook like a pro to streamline your business and make more money! https://www.johnpajak.com/offers/aJ9YX7aB/checkout   Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable.  Please visit www.Yardbook.com  Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz! https://www.instagram.com/mrproducerusa/ Green Frog Web Design Get your first month for only $1 when you use code, PAJAK , and have your website LIVE in 3 weeks from projected start date or it's FREE for a year. https://www.greenfrogwebdesign.com/johnpajak My Service Area “Qualify Leads Based on Your Profitable Service Area.” Click on this link for an exclusive offer for being a “Profits with Pajak” listener. https://myservicearea.com/pajak   The Hardscape Academy In-Person Training Learn step-by-step with Caleb and Brittany Auman and their team of Master Hardscape Professionals at the legendary Auman HQ.  You'll get two days of instruction in a small group setting from industry experts. Training will cover how to install pavers, how to install retaining walls, basic budgeting, paver patio estimation, cutting curves, and more! Get hands-on experience for you or your crew and ascend to new levels of production.  SAVE 10% when you use promo code PAJAK! https://www.thehardscapeacademy.com/in-person-training  

This episode originally aired May 5, 2024In this episode of IT Insiders, Maddie Regis interviews Jeremy Maldonado, a Worklet Systems Engineer at Automox. They discuss the concept of Worklets, which allow IT administrators to run custom scripts on managed endpoints. Jeremy explains how Worklets enhance IT automation by providing customization, safety, and accessibility. The conversation also covers the practical aspects of creating and using Worklets, their applications in IT management, and concludes with a trivia game about automation. In other exciting news, Jeremy will be hosting the Automate IT podcast starting in January!

In this episode, we speak with Alise Houserman, the Director of Marketing at Points North. Points North specializes in compliance-based software solutions, offering products like certified payroll reporting and ACA reporter.  Alise shares insights on how their tools automate traditionally manual tasks, saving time and reducing costs for companies involved in government-funded projects. She also discusses marketing strategies, tools for lead generation, and the importance of understanding customer lifecycle.  Tune in to learn how Points North helps businesses stay compliant and efficient.  

In this conversation, I talk with Nicholas Johnson, Founder and CEO of Orange Charger, about the challenges and opportunities in the EV charging industry, particularly for multifamily homes. He describes the importance of user experience, connectivity, and the role of software in managing energy consumption. We also get into the evolving landscape of property management as it relates to EV charging infrastructure and the future of energy management solutions.More about Nicholas and Orange ChargerOrange Charger is an Energy Management Solution for multifamily homes. Orange's right-sized charging solutions are reliable, affordable, scalable, and purpose-built for these properties.Nicholas is passionate about enabling humans to live carbon-neutral lives without compromising lifestyle. Before starting Orange, he built A.I. software to optimize traffic signals to reduce congestion. He started his career at Tesla as an electrical design engineer, bringing the Model 3 thermal designs to market.Connect with Nicholas on LinkedInFollow Orange Charger on TwitterCheck out Orange Charger

In this week's episode of The FreightCaviar Podcast, we sit down with Thomas Mella, President at Sightline Freight Partners, a transportation software consulting company.  Thomas delves into his journey into the industry, shares insightful perspectives on the future of freight tracking, and introduces the company's  latest innovation, Track Flow.This week's episode is sponsored by Epay Manager, TextLocate, AmeriPol Staffing and Levity.Interested in sponsoring our podcast? Send us an email at pbj@freightcaviar.com.Support the show

Season 06 Episode 09: IRL? In Real Life? Software solutions and AI in work designTrajce struggles with the ideas of ‘flow efficiency,' likening this to urine tract functioning. Sorry, Anna Linning - a subscriber who asked about ‘flow'… Alan connects the idea to Flo's scones, Flo Bjelke-Petersen's famous pumpkin scones. Sara brings the boys back around to discuss psychological flow, theories from Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, and links these ideas to job redesign and software solutions. She shares one of the ViVA team's software solution partners, “Beam me up with Beamible” for agile job design with what-if scenarios and cost analytics to build a business case. Alan tongue twists the word, “discombobulated” because of interrupted workflows, while he shares content on legilsative obligations of company directors. Sara provides a human factors perspective on interruptions - about 20 minutes of task reorientation. She gives the example of nurses getting interrupted during medication administration and the risks for administration error. Sara talks about information and business architecture while organisations grow organically like a wild beast. The design objective, she explains, is to aim for ‘reliability with resilience' – the right ‘tensions', the ‘R&R Tensions.'The conversation takes a twist as Sara discusses her brother's, Robert's, lectures in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the historic development of AI from the 1950's. Sara mentions more of ViVA's tech partners, Lachlan Phillips of livemind.ai, develops closed-domain data support systems, and Real Serious Games for extended reality solutions. She recalls a conversation with Lachlan who asks her about doing a joint presentation, “IRL?” “In real life?” – like there needs to be an acronym to distinguish the real versus virtual world.

In Linux Out Loud episode 100, the hosts celebrate with a lively mix of tech talk, from Nate's six-monitor setup to Matt's new laptop rage buy. Wendy dives into distro hopping, sharing the ups and downs of different Linux distros. They reminisce about the playful, whimsical side of old-school tech and explore how modern tech has changed. It's a fun blend of nostalgia, practical tips, and celebration for this milestone episode! Find the rest of the show notes at https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-100/ Contact info Matt (Twitter @MattTDN (https://twitter.com/MattTDN)) Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN (https://mastodon.online/@WendyDLN)) Nate (Website CubicleNate.com (https://cubiclenate.com/))

We talk to CEO Simone Massaro about how BaxEnergy is revolutionizing renewable energy management. Their groundbreaking software solutions that are making clean energy more efficient and accessible. And the company's recent acquisition by Yokogawa Electric Corporation will open doors for making their solutions better and more widespread. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsored by Weather Guard Lightning Tech. Learn more about Weather Guard's StrikeTape Wind Turbine LPS retrofit. Follow the show on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Linkedin and visit Weather Guard on the web. And subscribe to Rosemary Barnes' YouTube channel here. Have a question we can answer on the show? Email us! Pardalote Consulting - https://www.pardaloteconsulting.comWeather Guard Lightning Tech - www.weatherguardwind.comIntelstor - https://www.intelstor.com Allen Hall: Welcome to the Uptime Wind Energy Podcast. I'm your host, Allen Hall, joined by my co host, Joel Saxum. Today, we're honored to have with us Dr. Simone Massaro CEO of BaxEnergy. And BaxEnergy has established itself as a leading provider of software solutions for the renewable energy sector. Industry. Since its founding in 2010, the company has been at the forefront of developing cutting edge asset performance and renewable energy management systems under Dr. Massaro's leadership, BaxEnergy has gained recognition for its innovative approach to optimizing renewable energy assets, including wind farms and their solution helps energy companies monitor, analyze and enhance The performance of the renewable installations, ultimately making clean energy more efficient and accessible. And in a significant development this year, BaxEnergy was acquired by Yokogawa Electric Corporation, a global leader in the industrial automation and control industry. This strategic move is set to bolster BaxEnergy's position in the renewable energy market and open doors to new technologies and markets. And that's what I want to talk about today. Dr. Massaro is here today to share his insights on BaxEnergy's journey. They're groundbreaking work in renewable energy management and the exciting future ahead following the Yokogawa acquisition. Simone, welcome to the show. It's great to be here. Thank you. Was that an adequate introduction? Because you guys are doing so much at BaxEnergy. It is amazing the capabilities you're providing to the renewable industry. Simone Massaro: Yeah, I mean, BaxEnergy is essentially a software solution provider. And is focused on doing one thing and one thing only, which is making renewable energy more affordable for everyone. And the way that we do that is by making the power plants more efficient. BaxEnergy is creating and delivering the software solution that is taking control of the renewable energy power plants, and is actually making them more efficient. In other words it's taking all the aspects of the power plants that are difficult to handle the dark side of the renewable energy and is transforming it into something more efficient. Our history as commenced about 10 years ago with the development of a solution, which was optimizing wind farms. And was focused on wind energy. And then from that, we evolved into solar energy, hydroelectrical energy, geothermal energy. And nowadays we're working a lot with hydrogen, which is a little bit of the forefront of energy storage. Not many people realize how difficult it is to work with renewable energy because renewable energy are by nature uncontrollable. The reason is that the source of the energy itself, the sun or the wind. They are at their source. They are uncontrollable. They are not depending on the will of the man. So we we wanted to have energy on demand, but in reality, the sun is shining and the wind is blowing on a completely different schedule. So our focus is to make sure that it is possible to create a balance on the n...

As document imaging providers expand into the grander IT services realm, they're realizing that their brand might be holding them back as well as preventing even greater future success. Sarah Stepic, Director of Creative & Marketing at ETHERFAX, sits down with Keypoint Intelligence's Lee Davis to discuss the steps that ETHERFAX took to pull off its recent rebrand, and what organizations need to consider when rebranding.

Melissa Perri welcomed Vrushali Paunikar, Chief Product Officer of Carta, to this episode of the Product Thinking podcast. In this engaging conversation, Vrushali delves into the dynamic world of product management and innovation, sharing insights on how to balance subject matter expertise with fresh perspectives. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of building a custom general ledger from scratch and how her team's approach to innovation and validation has led to significant business growth.

In this episode of InsideAuto, Bek Abdullayev, CEO of Superdispatch, chats with host, Ilana Shabtay about transportation within the automotive ecosystem, how COVID sped up the industry's digitization, and mitigating against fraud in auto transportation.  

Join us on The Hero Show as Nicki Purcell, a trailblazer in custom software development, shares her insights on humanizing technology and innovating in the digital age. Discover how Nicki's curiosity and strategic thinking help her lead her company to solve unique business challenges. This episode is packed with inspiration for anyone looking to understand the impact of technology on business and personal growth. Don't miss this deep dive into the world of custom tech solutions!

Jesse Henry is the CEO and Founder of Heartland Industries, a company that produces drop-in pellets made of hemp fiber. These pellets are used as an additive to plastics. They reduce the weight and cost of the products, improve strength, and lower scope 3 emissions. It's a quadruple-benefit product. Today, Jesse tells us his story - how he started Heartland - how he's the 3rd generation to work in the fibers industry - how they landed BASF as a partner and investor - and he gives a lot of other insights. Including our favorite, how they produce huge volumes of pellets without owning a milling facility. Enjoy today's conversation! ---

In Elixir Wizards Office Hours Episode 8, hosts Sundi Myint and Owen Bickford lead an engaging Q&A session with co-host Dan Ivovich, diving deep into the nuances of DevOps. Drawing from his extensive experience, Dan navigates topics from the early days before Docker to managing diverse polyglot environments and optimizing observability. This episode offers insights for developers of all levels looking to sharpen their DevOps skills. Explore the realms of Docker, containerization, DevOps workflows, and the deployment intricacies of Elixir applications. Key topics discussed in this episode: Understanding DevOps and starting points for beginners Best practices for deploying applications to the cloud Using Docker for containerization Managing multiple programming environments with microservices Strategies for geographic distribution and ensuring redundancy Localization considerations involving latency and device specs Using Prometheus and OpenTelemetry for observability Adjusting scaling based on application metrics Approaching failure scenarios, including database migrations and managing dependencies Tackling challenges in monitoring setups and alert configurations Implementing incremental, zero-downtime deployment strategies The intricacies of hot code upgrades and effective state management Recommended learning paths, including Linux and CI/CD workflows Tools for visualizing system health and monitoring Identifying actionable metrics and setting effective alerts Links mentioned: Ansible open source IT automation engine https://www.ansible.com/ Wikimedia engine https://doc.wikimedia.org/ Drupal content management software https://www.drupal.org/ Capistrano remote server automation and deployment https://capistranorb.com/ Docker  https://www.docker.com/ Circle CI CI/CD Tool https://circleci.com/ DNS Cluster https://hex.pm/packages/dnscluster ElixirConf 2023 Chris McCord Phoenix Field Notes https://youtu.be/Ckgl9KO4E4M Nerves https://nerves-project.org/ Oban job processing in Elixir https://getoban.pro/ Sidekiq background jobs for Ruby https://sidekiq.org/ Prometheus https://prometheus.io/ PromEx https://hexdocs.pm/promex/PromEx.html GitHub Actions - Setup BEAM: https://github.com/erlef/setup-beam Jenkins open source automation server https://www.jenkins.io/ DataDog Cloud Monitoring https://www.datadoghq.com/ 

In Office Hours Episode 6, SmartLogic Developers Anna Dorigo and Bilal Hankins join Elixir Wizards Sundi and Dan to discuss their experiences maintaining a decade-old Ruby on Rails codebase. They delve into the critical importance of deeply understanding the codebase, keeping dependencies current, and adapting to the original application's evolving priorities and design choices. The conversation spans a range of topics, including accessibility, testing, monitoring, and the challenges of deploying database migrations in production environments. The guests share effective strategies for sustaining and enhancing older codebases, such as employing automated tools, performing code audits, and adhering to clean coding principles. Key topics discussed in this episode: Grasping the legacy codebase and its historical context Overcoming accessibility issues in older applications Safe dependency management and upgrades The effects of application scaling on database performance The critical role of comprehensive test suites in legacy systems Using tools like Sentry for error tracking and performance monitoring The benefits of automated security and dependency scans Juggling client needs with budget constraints Local simulation techniques for large datasets The value of iterative code reviews and maintaining clean code Utilizing git history for contextual understanding Onboarding strategies for legacy projects Removing obsolete code and avoiding "magic numbers" Importance of descriptive naming for better code clarity Leveraging a rich repository of example code for learning and reference Proactive code audits to anticipate issues Managing pull request sizes for smoother reviews Communicating effectively about upgrades and potential impacts Strategies for handling large databases efficiently Ensuring thorough test coverage Keeping open lines of communication with clients regarding ongoing maintenance Links mentioned: COBOL programming language https://developer.ibm.com/languages/cobol/ Ruby on Rails https://rubyonrails.org/ ARIA Rules (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) https://www.w3.org/TR/using-aria/ Shawn Vo on Elixir as a Competitive Advantage https://smartlogic.io/podcast/elixir-wizards/s5e5-vo/ Bundler Audit Ruby Gem https://rubygems.org/gems/bundler-audit/ Sentry application monitoring and error tracking software  https://sentry.io/ Dependabot Github automated dependency updates Mix hex.audit https://hexdocs.pm/hex/Mx.Tasks.Hex.Audit.html Git Blame https://git-scm.com/docs/git-blame Cow hoof trimming videos - The Hoof GP on YouTube (TW graphic imagery) Special Guests: Anna Dorigo and Bilal Hankins.

Welcome back to the Alt Goes Mainstream podcast.Today we have the operator's view on the show. We bring in someone who rose up the ranks of a private equity-backed software company to be CEO of that company — ECi Software Solutions — that now generates over $500M in revenue and $200M in EBITDA.We welcome Ron Books, now an Operating Partner at Carlyle and the CEO at Net Health, a Carlyle portfolio company. He also sits on a number of boards for Carlyle.He is now the Chairman and is the former CEO of ECi Software Solutions, a leading global provider of cloud-based software for SMEs, which he successful sold to Leonard Green & Partners for a multi-billion dollar exit. Ron started with ECi when it was a startup company and rose in the organization to serve as VP Sales, then COO, and then CEO, a position which he held from 2009 to 2021. While serving as CEO, Ron and his team developed and executed a strategic plan that included overseeing 46 M&A transactions and a successful software license to cloud migration across nearly a dozen platforms. They received investment from — and sold the business to — Insight Partners, Carlyle, Apax Partners, Goldman Sachs, and most recently, Leonard Green & Partners. Under his leadership as CEO, ECi grew from less than $50M in revenue to over $500M and a sale of the company in 2020 at a multi-billion dollar valuation.Ron has all the hallmarks of a successful entrepreneur — energetic yet thoughtful, a tireless work ethic, the ability to connect with customers and employees, and loyalty to both customers and employees.Ron and I had a fascinating conversation about what it takes to build a great company and culture and how to work with private equity given that he's been on both sides of the table. We discussed:Lessons learned from growing a business to $500M in revenue and $200M in EBITDA.How he built and grew ECi through acquisitions and globalizing the business.Why culture matters and how to vet for culture in the hiring process.Stories from the challenges and successes of integrating 41 companies via M&A.How founders should think about working with private equity firms.How founders can get the most out of their board members and operating partners.The transition from CEO to Operating Executive back to CEO.Thanks Ron for coming on the show to share your wisdom and experiences that are an invaluable source of learnings for both founders and investors.

The Founder & CEO of Raven Intelligence, Bonnie Tinder, along with Mercer Senior Principal, Jim Holincheck, join Jess Von Bank and Jason Averbook for this special epeisode of the Now of Work Digital Meetup! They talk about all things Enterprise Software Implementation, Projects & more! Raven Intelligence is a free online community that helps customers select the best consulting partner for their HR software project and ensure success. It was created to help customers make an informed decision about their Enterprise Software Implementation partner. As someone who has been in the HR Technology space for 25+ years, Bonnie saw a need to help raise awareness and transparency into project work. While analysis on cloud software features and functions is voluminous, the analysis of the actual project work to get those systems implemented was non-existent…until now. Raven Intelligence is fulfilling that need, while making the selection process easy & more fun. Choose your partner confidently knowing all of your options. Jim Holincheck has more than 30 years of experience in the HCM technology industry. He has spent his entire career working with customers to strategize, select, implement, support, and optimize their usage of enterprise applications. He leads our Workforce and HR Technology practice. As a seasoned industry veteran, Jim brings a wealth of practical insight to the role.Before joining Mercer, Jim joined Workday in 2012 and led Services Strategy and Marketing before moving into the product management organization to launch the Customer Deployment (Adoption) Applications team. Tune in!

In this informative episode of The New Warehouse podcast, Lee Rector, CEO of Embassy Data Logistics, joins Kevin for an informative episode about warehouse software solutions. With a rich background in warehousing and supply chain technology, Rector shares his journey from founding his company to addressing the challenges of data utilization in warehouses. This episode dives into the innovative solutions offered by Embassy Data Logistics, the common hurdles in the industry, and valuable industry insights drawn from Rector's book, "Warehousing 101."Utilize our 3PL fulfillment services for all of your logistical needs. Email Kevin directly at kevin@thenewwarehouse.com Free floor tape and floor sign samples from Mighty Line! Get yours here.Follow us on LinkedIn here for more content.Support the show

When choosing a new manufacturing ERP system, companies are making an investment in a product with a long life cycle. That is why the selection process needs to consist of a lot of comparisons and analyses. Here are the best manufacturing ERP systems available for small manufacturers. You can learn more about it from this episode or read about it on our blog More information about MRPeasy software at our website mrpeasy.com

On this episode of the Six Five - On the Road, hosts Patrick Moorhead and Daniel Newman  are joined by HP's Helen Sheirbon, Senior Vice President and Division President of Hybrid Systems, HP Personal Systems for a conversation on transforming meeting spaces to foster more meaningful connections in the hybrid work environment. With a focus on the convergence of technology and AI-driven experiences, HP aims to revolutionize workspaces at home, and the office, and anywhere else at scale. The discussion covers: HP's vision for the future of meeting rooms and the steps being taken to ensure these spaces enhance collaboration and inclusivity in a hybrid work paradigm. The main challenges in creating a flexible work environment and HP's use of smart automation and AI to augment security, boost engagement, and improve virtual meeting experiences. The obstacles organizations face in remodeling their workspaces for current trends, and how HP's cutting-edge cameras and software solutions are optimizing work and meeting room spaces. Learn more at HP.

Companies obsessed with solving specific pain points always win.The cannabis industry, with its unique challenges, demands tailor-made software solutions.Software that guides critical decisions forms the company's foundational backbone. An unwavering dedication to profoundly understanding customer challenges and the agility to create nimble, value-focused software solutions is indispensable and poised to disrupt any incumbent.This week, we sit down with Rick Bashkoff to discuss:LitAlerts, CannaVerisions & the Origin from Pain to SolutionThe Critical Role of Accurate Data for SuccessBuilding Software Solutions for the Cannabis SectorThe Readiness of the Cannabis Industry for AI https://www.litalerts.com/https://cannaversions.com/https://www.receptivecap.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickbashkoff/Lit Alerts:Founded in 2021 by a dispensary owner and an online marketing executive, we are a lean team built especially for cannabis retailers, agencies and consultants. Our superpower is our ability to remain lean and focused on our customer without the distractions most software companies incur. We're buiulding a software company in a new age of automation, In our observation, many cannabis operators are not (yet) self service software candidates. They need tools that are plug and play and require very little setup and maintenance (if any). CannaVersions: Automated & Easy-To-Use Email Marketing for Dispensaries Follow us: Our Links.At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain The Dime is a top 5% most shared  global podcast The Dime is a top 50 Cannabis Podcast Sign up for our playbook here:

Companies obsessed with solving specific pain points always win.The cannabis industry, with its unique challenges, demands tailor-made software solutions.Software that guides critical decisions forms the company's foundational backbone. An unwavering dedication to profoundly understanding customer challenges and the agility to create nimble, value-focused software solutions is indispensable and poised to disrupt any incumbent.This week, we sit down with Rick Bashkoff to discuss:Lit Alerts, CannaVersions & the Origin from Pain to SolutionThe Critical Role of Accurate Data for SuccessBuilding Software Solutions for the Cannabis SectorThe Readiness of the Cannabis Industry for AI https://www.litalerts.com/https://cannaversions.com/https://www.receptivecap.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickbashkoff/Lit Alerts:Founded in 2021 by a dispensary owner and an online marketing executive, we are a lean team built especially for cannabis retailers, agencies and consultants. Our superpower is our ability to remain lean and focused on our customer without the distractions most software companies incur. We're buiulding a software company in a new age of automation, In our observation, many cannabis operators are not (yet) self service software candidates. They need tools that are plug and play and require very little setup and maintenance (if any). CannaVersions: Automated & Easy-To-Use Email Marketing for Dispensaries Follow us: Our Links.At Eighth Revolution (8th Rev), we provide services from capital to cannabinoid and everything in between in the cannabinoid industry.8th Revolution Cannabinoid Playbook is an Industry-leading report covering the entire cannabis supply chain The Dime is a top 5% most shared  global podcast The Dime is a top 50 Cannabis Podcast Sign up for our playbook here:

"Loyalty is an emotional concept, not just a transactional one." - Giri Agarwal Explore the dynamic world of customer loyalty on the RETHINK Retail Podcast with our esteemed host, Melissa Minkow, Director of Retail Strategy at CI&T. This episode brings together the profound insights of Giri Agarwal, Chief Strategy Officer at Incisiv, and Bernd Kraus, Senior Vice President of Software Solutions at Diebold Nixdorf. They delve into the nuances of building lasting customer relationships amidst the challenges of the modern retail landscape. Discover innovative strategies to harness technology and data for enhancing loyalty, and understand the importance of a consistent experience across all retail channels. This conversation is packed with valuable takeaways for retailers dedicated to enriching customer engagement in the digital era.

Today's episode introduces us to a business owner who is leading a company that tackles innovation, client experience, and technology all in a day's work.  Our guest today is Slava Podmurnyi. Slava is the CEO of a company called Visartech. They make custom software options available to a wider range of businesses, delivering great experiences for their end users. If you're a small business, you may do everything off the shelf, but as you start growing, you might find you need something a little different. In today's episode, we will discuss custom software and Slava's entrepreneurial journey, and how he's built an international business.   Slava is the Co-Founder and CEO at Visartech, where he is responsible for the strategy and business development of a software product development agency. He drives the company's business vision implementation. Slava is an expert in innovative technologies and shares his experience on various platforms, especially event platforms (G2 Reach, GFiT, etc.) and media platforms like Forbes. After listening to today's episode, visit Slava's website to learn how he helps people & businesses!  

In the upcoming episode of the 1SEO Podcast, we're thrilled to welcome Jenni McMorran, who will show us how Renoworks software is revolutionizing revenue growth for home service businesses! Renoworks offers a cutting-edge AI-powered web visualization platform that significantly enhances customer engagement and decision-making in home improvements. This software is tailored for a broad spectrum of users, including manufacturers, contractors, remodelers, material suppliers, and more, providing tools like accurate remote measurements, 3D/2D designs, and comprehensive analytics without the need for physical site visits. Business owners in the home service industry will find invaluable insights into leveraging Renoworks for capturing customer imagination, generating leads, and ultimately boosting revenue growth. For a more detailed exploration of Renoworks' offerings and benefits, visit their website at Renoworks.#RenoworksTech#HomeServiceInnovation#SEOforBusiness#TechPodcast#RevenueGrowth#BusinessStrategy#DigitalTransformation#IndustryRevolution#OperationalExcellence#CustomerExperience

This week, AmSpa CEO, Alex R. Thiersch, JD, speaks with Robin Ntoh, VP of Aesthetics at Nextech. They discuss the evolution of the aesthetics industry, solutions specific to the needs of medical spas, and what she's excited about in the future of medical aesthetics. Their conversation includes: What aesthetics looked like as it expanded beyond plastic surgery; Tailoring software solutions to the needs of medical spas; How to differentiate your med spa from the competition; The trends of 2023 and anticipated trends for 2024; Strategies for and pain points of patient retention; Understanding Gen X, Millennial and Gen Z patients; And much more!

Jim Paolino is the CEO & Founder of LodeStar Software Solutions, a mortgage technology company that provides products and services that create clarity for mortgage professionals, leverage connectivity among all parties to the transaction, and help build a sustainable community of industry professionals. -- Join us for Real Leaders UNITE 2024: ⁠⁠https://real-leaders.com/unite/⁠ Register for our 2024 Real Leaders Impact Awards. Our Impact Award winners gain access to a values aligned community, credibility through Real Leaders, and access to our network of Impact capital sources. Apply now to claim your discounted application: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://eunbi5zgbx7.typeform.com/to/XNdfGsS2#app_first_name=xxxxx&company_name=xxxxx&work_email=xxxxx&campaign_name=xxxxx&channel=LN&owner=Z

Welcome Back to Trash Chatter with Victoria Conway; today, we are joined by Jason Proctor, Founder & CEO of Canology. Jason shares his experiences in the Trash Cleaning business as an early adopter and what innovations he made along the way. Jason shares his experience partnering with Sparkling Bins and how we worked together to develop solutions for our current clients. Jason has excellent insights about the industry and advice for those interested in joining, so stay tuned to learn more.  You won't want to miss this clarying episode of trash chatter.To learn more about the Trash Cleaning business, Check out our website - https://www.sparklingbinsbusiness.com/ 305-382-BINS Sales@sparklingbins.comHost: Victoria ConwayGuest: Jason Proctor, Founder & CEO of CanologyTime Stamps & Show Notes: (00:00 - 00:59) Introduction(01:00 - 02:20) First Encounter with the Trash Cleaning Business (02:21 - 04:45) Partnering with Sparkling Bins to Improve Cleaning Components(04:46 - 06:45) Constant Improvement of Logistics and Software Solutions(06:46 - 14:20) Developing Solutions for Current Trash Cleaning Owners(14:21 - 16:31) Maintenance and Long-Term Cost of Equipment(16:32 - 17:50) Controlling Growth for a Successful Business (17:51 - 21:00) Advice for Upcoming Entrepreneurs (21:01 - 22:01) Closing Thoughts

In this episode, we chat with Russell Sprole, founder and managing partner of Virta Ventures. Virta Ventures invests at the early stages focusing on “equity-light” companies.We dive into the nuances of marketplace models, the potential of AI in climate tech, his journey with Full Harvest, and more. This is a great episode for software enthusiasts interested in its place in the climate tech ecosystem. As always, thanks so much for listening and enjoy the episode!---

Today on Elixir Wizards, Wojtek Mach of HexPM and Amal Hussein, engineering leader and former NPM team member, join Owen Bickford to compare notes on package management in Elixir vs. JavaScript. This lively conversation covers everything from best practices for dependency management to API design, SemVer (semantic versioning), and the dark ages of web development before package managers existed. The guests debate philosophical differences between the JavaScript and Elixir communities. They highlight the JavaScript ecosystem's maturity and identify potential areas of improvement, contrasted against Elixir's emphasis on minimal dependencies. Both guests encourage engineers to publish packages, even small ones, as a learning opportunity. Topics discussed in this episode: Leveraging community packages rather than reinventing the wheel Vetting packages carefully before adopting them as dependencies Evaluating security, performance, and bundle size when assessing packages Managing transitive dependencies pulled in by packages Why semantic versioning is difficult to consistently enforce Designing APIs with extensibility and backward compatibility in mind Using tools like deprecations to avoid breaking changes in new releases JavaScript's preference for code reuse over minimization The Elixir community's minimal dependencies and avoidance of tech debt Challenges in early package management, such as global dependency Learning from tools like Ruby Gems and Bundler to improve experience How log files provide visibility into dependency management actions How lock files pin dependency versions for consistency Publishing packages democratizes access and provides learning opportunities Linting to enforce standards and prevent certain bugs Primitive-focused packages provide flexibility over highly opinionated ones Suggestions for improving documentation and guides Benefits of collaboration between programming language communities Links mentioned in this episode: Node.js https://github.com/nodejs npm JavaScript Package Manager  https://github.com/npm JS Party Podcast https://changelog.com/jsparty Dashbit https://dashbit.co/ HexPM Package Manager for Erlang https://hex.pm/ HTTP Client for Elixir https://github.com/wojtekmach/req Ecto Database-Wrapper for Elixir https://github.com/elixir-ecto (Not an ORM) XState Actor-Based State Management for JavaScript https://xstate.js.org/docs/ Supply Chain Protection for JavaScript, Python, and Go  https://socket.dev/ MixAudit https://github.com/mirego/mixaudit NimbleTOTP Library for 2FA https://hexdocs.pm/nimbletotp/NimbleTOTP.html Microsoft Azure https://github.com/Azure Patch Package https://www.npmjs.com/package/patch-package Ruby Bundler to manage Gem dependencies https://github.com/rubygems/bundler npm-shrinkwrap https://docs.npmjs.com/cli/v10/commands/npm-shrinkwrap SemVer Semantic Versioner for NPM https://www.npmjs.com/package/semver Spec-ulation Keynote - Rich Hickey https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oyLBGkS5ICk Amal's favorite Linter https://eslint.org/ Elixir Mint Functional HTTP Client for Elixir https://github.com/elixir-mint Tailwind Open Source CSS Framework https://tailwindcss.com/ WebauthnComponents https://hex.pm/packages/webauthn_components Special Guests: Amal Hussein and Wojtek Mach.

In this episode Claire Milligan, CEO of Amiably, shares her journey from software design to entrepreneurship and the importance of understanding the full business context when making decisions. She discusses the challenges of starting a company and the role of private equity firms in driving enterprise value. Milligan emphasizes the need for financial expertise within technical teams and the importance of managing cloud spend. She also reveals her personal experience with ADHD and how it has shaped her understanding of prioritization and motivation.   Whether she's helping businesses transform their cloud spending or hitting the slopes as a ski patroller, Claire Milligan thrives on distilling complex problems down to their core issues — and turning these pragmatic findings into groundbreaking solutions. Through a journey spanning marketing, UX, and leadership roles at tech companies like Tallie and SpringAhead, she's meticulously constructed a diverse skill set built upon hands-on expertise and an unrelenting thirst for knowledge. Now, as the CEO of startup Aimably, she's applying her unique superpowers to help businesses grow by spending smarter and dramatically reducing their cloud costs.   You can connect with Claire in the following ways: Website: https://www.aimably.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clairemilligan/   Whether you are a C-Suite Leader of today or tomorrow, take charge of your career with confidence and leverage the insights of The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track.  To learn more about The CEO's Compass, you can get your copy here: https://amzn.to/3AKiflR    Other episodes you'll enjoy: C-Suite Goal Setting: How To Create A Roadmap For Your Career Success - http://bit.ly/3XwI55n Natalya Berdikyan: Investing in Yourself to Serve Others on Apple Podcasts -http://bit.ly/3ZMx8yw Questions to Guarantee You Accomplish Your Goals - http://bit.ly/3QASvymSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Elixir Wizards, Xiang Ji and Nathan Hessler join hosts Sundi Myint and Owen Bickford to compare actor model implementation in Elixir, Ruby, and Clojure. In Elixir, the actor model is core to how the BEAM VM works, with lightweight processes communicating asynchronously via message passing. GenServers provide a common abstraction for building actors, handling messages, and maintaining internal state. In Ruby, the actor model is represented through Ractors, which currently map to OS threads. They discuss what we can learn by comparing models, understanding tradeoffs between VMs, languages, and concurrency primitives, and how this knowledge can help us choose the best tools for a project. Topics discussed in this episode: Difference between actor model and shared memory concurrency Isolation of actor state and communication via message passing BEAM VM design for high concurrency via lightweight processes GenServers as common abstraction for building stateful actors GenServer callbacks for message handling and state updates Agents as similar process abstraction to GenServers Shared state utilities like ETS for inter-process communication Global Interpreter Lock in older Ruby VMs Ractors as initial actor implementation in Ruby mapping to threads Planned improvements to Ruby concurrency in 3.3 Akka implementation of actor model on JVM using thread scheduling Limitations of shared memory concurrency on JVM Project Loom bringing lightweight processes to JVM Building GenServer behavior in Ruby using metaprogramming CSP model of communication using channels in Clojure Differences between BEAM scheduler and thread-based VMs Comparing Elixir to academic languages like Haskell Remote and theScore are hiring! Links mentioned in this episode: theScore is hiring! https://www.thescore.com/ Remote is also hiring! https://remote.com/ Comparing the Actor Model and CSP with Elixir and Clojure (https://xiangji.me/2023/12/18/comparing-the-actor-model-and-csp-with-elixir-and-clojure/) Blog Post by Xiang Ji Comparing the Actor model & CSP concurrency with Elixir & Clojure (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIQCQKPRNCI) Xiang Ji at ElixirConf EU 2022 Clojure Programming Language https://clojure.org/ Akka https://akka.io/ Go Programming Language https://github.com/golang/go Proto Actor for Golang https://proto.actor/ RabbitMQ Open-Source Message Broker Software  https://github.com/rabbitmq JVM Project Loom https://github.com/openjdk/loom Ractor for Ruby  https://docs.ruby-lang.org/en/master/ractor_md.html Seven Concurrency Models in Seven Weeks: When Threads Unravel (https://pragprog.com/titles/pb7con/seven-concurrency-models-in-seven-weeks/)by Paul Butcher Seven Languages in Seven Weeks (https://pragprog.com/titles/btlang/seven-languages-in-seven-weeks/) by Bruce A. Tate GenServer https://hexdocs.pm/elixir/1.12/GenServer.html ets https://www.erlang.org/doc/man/ets.html Elixir in Action (https://pragprog.com/titles/btlang/seven-languages-in-seven-weeks/) by Saša Jurić Redis https://github.com/redis/redis Designing for Scalability with Erlang/OTP (https://www.oreilly.com/library/view/designing-for-scalability/9781449361556/) by Francesco Cesarini & Steve Vinoski Discord Blog: Using Rust to Scale Elixir for 11 Million Concurrent Users (https://discord.com/blog/using-rust-to-scale-elixir-for-11-million-concurrent-users) Xiang's website https://xiangji.me/ Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy (https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/feeling-good-the-new-mood-therapy-by-david-d-burns/250046/?resultid=7691fb71-d8f9-4435-a7a3-db3441d2272b#edition=2377541&idiq=3913925) by David D. Burns Special Guests: Nathan Hessler and Xiang Ji.

In this episode of the Micro Binfie Podcast, Andrew Page and Lee Katz interview Titus Brown about his journey from studying math and physics as an undergrad to becoming a bioinformatician focusing on metagenomics and software development. Topics discussed: Titus' background in math, physics, digital evolution research, and developmental biology His transition into bioinformatics to analyze the influx of genomic data in the 1990s Developing early tools for comparative genomics and sequence analysis The philosophy of creating usable software with good documentation Work on transcriptomics, metagenomics, and k-mers at Michigan State Digital normalization and dealing with large sequencing datasets Moving to UC Davis and continuing work on metagenomics and software like khmer and sourmash Thoughts on challenges around data reuse and accessibility in science. Papers: Spacegraphcats - https://genomebiology.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13059-020-02066-4 Sourmash - https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2022.01.11.475838v2 IBD exploration - https://dib-lab.github.io/2021-paper-ibd/

Today on Elixir Wizards, Manuel Rubio, author of Erlang/OTP: A Concurrent World and Dan Plyukhin, creator of the UIGC Actor Garbage Collector for Akka, join host Dan Ivovich to compare notes on garbage collection in actor models. The discussion digs into the similarities and differences of actor-based garbage collection in Erlang and Akka and introduces Dan's research on how to perform garbage collection in a distributed actor system. Topics discussed: Akka is akin to Erlang actors for the JVM using Scala, with similar principles like supervision trees, messages, and clustering Erlang uses generational garbage collection and periodically copies live data to the old heap for long-lived elements Actor GC aims to determine when an actor's memory can be reclaimed automatically rather than manually killing actors Distributed actor GC is more challenging than object GC due to the distributed nature and relationships between actors across nodes Challenges include reasoning about failures like dropped messages and crashed nodes GC balance requires optimization of resource release and CPU load management Immutability helps Erlang GC, but copying data for messages impacts performance Research into distributed actor GC is still ongoing, with opportunities for improvement Fault tolerance in Erlang relies on user implementation rather than low-level guarantees Asynchronous messages in Erlang/Elixir mean references may become invalid which is similar to the distributed GC approaches in Dan's research Idempotent messaging is recommended to handle possible duplicates from failures Help your local researcher! Researchers encourage communication from practitioners on challenges and use cases Links mentioned: Erlang/OTP Volume 1: A Concurrent World by Manuel Rubio https://altenwald.com/en/book/en-erlang-i  Scala https://www.scala-lang.org/  Akka Framework https://github.com/akka  JVM (Java Virtual Machine) https://www.java.com/en/download/  The BEAM VM https://www.erlang.org/blog/a-brief-beam-primer/ Hadoop Framework https://hadoop.apache.org/   Pony Programming Language https://www.ponylang.io/  SLSA Programming Language https://wcl.cs.rpi.edu/salsa/#:~:text=SALSA%20 Paxos Algorithm https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paxos(computerscience)  Raft library for maintaining a replicated state machine https://github.com/etcd-io/raft  Dan's Website https://dplyukhin.github.io/  Dan Plyukhin on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dplyukhin  Dan Plyukhin's YouTube channel: https://m.youtube.com/@dplyukhin UIGC on GitHub https://github.com/dplyukhin/UIGC  Manuel's Website https://altenwald.com/  Manuel Rubio on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MRonErlang Special Guests: Dan Plyukhin and Manuel Rubio.

On This Week in Enterprise Tech, Chris Heard, CEO of Olive Technologies talks about how businesses can factor in total cost of ownership when looking to buy a software solution. For the full episode, visit twit.tv/twiet/568 Host: Curtis Franklin Guest: Chris Heard You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our podcasts at https://podcasts.twit.tv/ Sponsor: GO.ACILEARNING.COM/TWIT