How sovereign does your cloud actually need to be?

In this episode of DevOps Sauna, Pinja Kujala and Kalle Sirkesalo unpack the different levels of digital sovereignty, from basic EU data residency and access control to operational independence, jurisdictional immunity, and fully air-gapped infrastructure.

They explore how GDPR, NIS2, DORA, the EU AI Act, and other European regulations are changing cloud strategies, why greater sovereignty comes with significant costs and trade-offs, and how organizations can decide what level of control they genuinely need.

If you're navigating cloud compliance, regulated industries, data sovereignty, or the growing tension between innovation and digital independence, this episode offers a practical framework for thinking about where to draw the line.

Why do so many transformations fail? In this episode of the DevOps Sauna, Jess Fraser-Darling joins Pinja Kujala to explore the why, how, and what of successful organizational change. They discuss leadership, measurable outcomes, employee agency, incentives, and why AI, Agile, DevOps, and technology should be enablers of transformation, not the goal itself.

AI costs can change fast, especially when tokens, premium models, and agentic workflows enter the picture. In this episode, Pinja Kujala and Henri Terho discuss AI FinOps, why AI spending is harder to predict than cloud costs, and how organizations can build visibility, governance, and smarter cost controls around AI usage.

Pinja Kujala and Kalle Sirkesalo discuss AI maturity through the lens of private equity, exploring how portfolio companies can benchmark AI adoption, measure DevOps ROI, improve feedback loops, and move beyond tool usage toward real organizational maturity.

Software is becoming cheaper to build, but customer value is becoming harder to create. Henri Hämäläinen explains why organizations must evolve beyond traditional structures and embrace a new model centered around Explore, Engineer, and Evolve to fully realize AI's potential.

As AI makes writing code faster, cheaper, and more accessible than ever, the real question is no longer how quickly we can build, but what truly creates value. In this episode, we explore how software development is changing when code becomes abundant, why human judgment matters more than ever, and which skills will separate great technologists from the crowd in the age of AI.

In this episode of The DevOps Sauna, Pinja Kujala is joined by Alexandra Aldershaab to explore why psychological safety remains one of the most important ingredients of high-performing teams.

They discuss why psychological safety is not about avoiding disagreement, how respectful feedback drives growth, why silent teams can be dangerous, and how leaders and team members can create environments where people feel safe to speak up, challenge ideas, learn from mistakes, and innovate together.

Whether you're a developer, engineering leader, DevOps practitioner, or anyone working in modern software teams, this conversation offers practical insights into building stronger, more resilient teams.

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna, Pinja Kujala is joined by Senior UX Designer Ray Pohjanheimo to explore the intersection of vibe coding, AI-generated applications, and user experience design.

They discuss tools like Lovable, the rise of AI-assisted prototyping, why beautiful interfaces don’t always mean good UX, and where human designers still play a critical role in accessibility, usability, and user understanding. From rapid experimentation to the risks of “design by committee,” this conversation dives into how UX is evolving in the age of AI-built software. 

AI adoption isn’t just about tools, it’s about people.

In this episode, Pinja Kujala is joined by Satu Kivioja-Ronkainen and Dmitry Tayya to explore what really shapes how AI works inside organizations. From fear and curiosity to unclear policies and uneven skill levels, the biggest challenges aren’t technical, they’re human.

We talk about why psychological safety, learning pace, and inclusion matter more than ever, and why the most successful AI strategies start with people, not technology.

Security has long been treated like a necessary expense—but what if that thinking is holding your business back?

In this episode, Pinja sits down with Kalle Sirkesalo to challenge the traditional narrative around security. Instead of focusing on risk avoidance and compliance, they explore how security can actively drive revenue, accelerate AI adoption, and enable faster, safer innovation.

From the ROI trap of fear-based thinking to the reality of AI-powered development pipelines, this conversation dives into why organizations that treat security as a growth enabler—not a blocker—are the ones that scale.

You’ll learn:

• Why security loses funding—and how to flip the narrative
• How AI is reshaping both risk and opportunity
• What “built-in” security actually looks like in modern pipelines
• Why developer experience and security must evolve together
• A practical way to align security with business goals

Security isn’t just about preventing loss—it’s about unlocking what’s possible. 

Everyone says they have observability—but are they actually using it?

In this episode, Pinja and Stefan unpack the gap between collecting data and creating real value. From DevEx and faster debugging to experimentation and business insights, observability only works when it’s treated as a product—not just a dashboard.

If your observability stack feels more like noise than insight, this one’s for you.

AI agents are evolving fast, but are we actually ready for them?

In this episode, we explore the real state of agentic AI and what it means for the future of work. From Anthropic’s latest research to real-world adoption gaps, we unpack where the technology is today versus where it’s heading. 

We dive into how AI is already transforming coding, knowledge work, and even everyday tasks like creating slides, while raising bigger questions about jobs, productivity, and human collaboration.

Will AI replace roles, or create entirely new ones? And how should organizations adapt before the gap between capability and adoption gets even wider?

AI copilots are everywhere in software development today. But the real transformation is only beginning.

In this episode of DevOps Sauna, Pinja and Stefan explore the Agentic Shift — the move from AI assistants that respond to prompts toward autonomous agents that can pursue goals, make decisions, and act independently inside complex systems.

They discuss what it really takes for organizations to move from AI copilots to AI coworkers, including data readiness, governance, security, and organizational maturity. Because deploying autonomous agents is not just a technical challenge — it’s also about responsibility, guardrails, and understanding the risks of letting AI operate with increasing autonomy.

You’ll also hear how concepts like domain-driven design, bounded contexts, and incident response automation may shape the first real use cases for autonomous AI agents in DevOps environments.

If your organization is experimenting with AI today, this conversation will help you understand what the next phase of AI adoption actually looks like.

AI is moving fast. Regulation is catching up.

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna, Pinja and Stefan are joined by Nora Fosse from Eficode to break down what AI governance really means in 2026.

With the EU AI Act coming into force and fines up to 7% of annual turnover, governance is no longer optional. But is it a brake on innovation or the engine that enables scale?

They explore the four pillars of AI governance and why, in the age of autonomous agents, hope is not a strategy.

AI is everywhere, but the real cost often stays hidden.

In this episode of DevOps Sauna, Pinja and Stefan dive into AI FinOps and explore why GPUs are expensive and why so much AI infrastructure ends up underutilized. They unpack hidden costs like idle hardware, power consumption, networking, and data movement, and explain why traditional Cloud FinOps doesn’t fully apply to AI workloads.

They also discuss how Kubernetes and Dynamic Resource Allocation (DRA) can help improve GPU utilization, and why visibility, ownership, and organizational maturity matter just as much as tooling.

Internal developer platforms are no longer just technical tooling. In this episode, Pinja and Stefan explore why your internal developer platform should be treated like a customer-facing product.

They discuss user-centric platform design, adoption and shadow platforms, lifecycle management, roadmapping, and continuous improvement. From developer experience and security to cost visibility and business alignment, this episode breaks down what it really means to build and run an IDP that people actually want to use.

If you’re building a platform, build it like you mean it.

In this episode of DevOps Sauna, Pinja Kujala and Stefan Poulsen break down the six key trends shaping the software development lifecycle in 2026.

From the move from AI copilots to autonomous agents, to governance, regulation, cloud sovereignty, platform engineering, and AI cost optimization, this episode offers a practical look at what these shifts mean for modern organizations.

A must-listen for CTOs, C-level leaders, and anyone working across DevOps and platform engineering.

In this episode of DevOps Sauna, Pinja and Stefan unpack what a good incident response actually looks like, from the moment an issue is discovered to recovery, communication, and learning afterward.

They dive into real-world incident management practices: defining incident severity, assigning the right roles, running mock incidents, validating backups, and communicating clearly without panic. The conversation also tackles one of the hardest topics in engineering culture: blameless postmortems and psychological safety.

If you care about DevOps, security, platform engineering, or building resilient teams that learn from failure rather than hide it, this episode is for you.

Who really controls your cloud, and why does it matter now?

In this episode of DevOps Sauna, Pinja and Stefan dive into Europe’s growing shift toward sovereign cloud. They explore what’s driving the conversation, from data sovereignty and GDPR to geopolitical uncertainty and upcoming EU regulations. The discussion breaks down how different countries approach sovereign cloud, what this means for cloud providers and enterprises, and how DevOps teams are affected in practice.

From Kubernetes and managed services to AI workloads and vendor lock-in, this episode helps you understand why sovereign cloud is becoming a strategic concern and what organizations should consider as control, compliance, and ownership take center stage in cloud strategy.

Open source powers nearly everything we build today—but what is it actually worth? Pinja and Stefan discuss Harvard’s $8 trillion estimate, how widely open source is used, and why central registries are under pressure. They touch on security risks, supply chain attacks, and what the EU Cyber Resilience Act means for companies using OSS. Finally, they look ahead at how AI and coding assistants might reshape open source development.

In this episode of DevOps Sauna, Pinja and Stefan talk about what truly makes a developer platform successful—and why forcing adoption never works.

They explore the “coffee and cookie principle,” the importance of trust between developers and platform teams, and how to create platforms people actually want to use.

Topics include building developer trust, identifying platform ambassadors, balancing freedom and governance, and strengthening collaboration across teams.

Whether you’re building your first internal platform or refining an existing one, this episode offers practical insights and real-world stories from the field of platform engineering.

What does it take to make AI truly trustworthy? Pinja and Stefan talk with Lofred Madzou, CEO of Skillmind, about responsible AI, governance, and strategy—plus why organizational culture matters more than hype. Lofred also shares his inspiring work with the African Olympiad Academy, nurturing the next generation of science innovators across Africa.

DevOps “culture” gets blamed for everything—so what is it, really? Pinja and Eficode consultant Dan Khurram cut through the buzzwords to define culture in practical terms: how decisions get made, what behaviors are acceptable, and how teams talk about uncertainty and failure. They compare textbook “DevOps culture” to actual corporate culture, then borrow lessons from high-stakes domains like aviation and healthcare on learning from incidents instead of hiding them. Along the way: onboarding as your first culture signal, Microsoft’s “learn-it-all” shift, and three takeaways you can apply now—don’t call it a culture change, define your “why” for your context, and start locally so good habits spread. If your transformation feels like more ceremonies than substance (hello, Jira), this episode gives you a clearer map. 

In this month’s DevOps Sauna news roundup, Pinja and Stefan unpack the biggest stories shaking the software world. Atlassian made major moves with billion-dollar acquisitions of DX and the AI-powered browser company behind Arc and Dia. GitHub tightens supply chain security after recent NPM attacks, while open source communities tackle burnout and project handovers.

The duo then dives into the shifting AI landscape—from XAI’s massive layoffs and declining corporate AI adoption to NVIDIA’s staggering $100 billion investment in OpenAI. They also discuss GitHub Copilot’s new tech-debt-fighting agents and Kubernetes’ long-awaited Dynamic Resource Allocation going GA.

Tune in for sharp insights, lighthearted banter, and the human touch that even AI can’t replace.

Are password changes really keeping us secure? Is writing passwords in a notebook always bad? Can Apple devices really not get viruses? In this episode of DevOps Sauna, Pinja and Darren take on some of the most common myths around cybersecurity. From password managers, MFA, and VPNs, to cloud security, insider threats, and even the risks of random USB sticks—no misconception is safe. Join us as we separate fact from fiction and uncover how security really works in practice.

In this episode, Pinja and Darren take a critical look at the state of DevSecOps through the lens of three recent industry reports from Snyk, Checkmarx, and Datadog. From “shift left” gone wrong, to the cultural gaps between development and security teams, to metrics that don’t always measure what matters—what’s really happening with security in DevOps today?

They discuss whether DevSecOps is truly “dead,” or simply in need of a reset, and explore practical steps teams can take to rebuild trust, reduce friction, and embed security as a natural part of development. Plus: the risks AI introduces into DevOps security, and why small steps can still make a big difference.

In this episode of DevOps Sauna, Pinja and Darren sit down with Eficode’s Lead AI Consultant, Henri Terho, to unpack the hype and realities around artificial intelligence in business. They explore why so many AI projects fail, what true success looks like, and how companies can actually see return on investment. From data quality challenges and security concerns to the legal landscape and the so-called “AI bubble,” the conversation digs into both the risks and the opportunities of AI transformation. Whether you’re curious about strategy, implementation, or the future of work, this episode sheds light on how organizations can make AI truly pay off.

A major security incident shook the JavaScript world when malicious code was discovered in 20 widely used NPM packages, collectively downloaded over 2 billion times per week. In this episode, Pinja and Darren break down what happened, how a phishing email led to the breach, and why human error remains one of the biggest risks in cybersecurity.

They explore the scope of the attack, its surprisingly small financial impact, and the broader lessons around open-source trust, dependency management, and the need for SBOMs. Plus, they discuss how tools like DependencyTrack can help developers protect their software supply chains, and why transparency in mistakes—like that shown by maintainer Josh Junon—is essential to building a stronger security culture.

In this episode of DevOps Sauna, Pinja and Darren dive into one of the most pressing topics of our time: the ethics of AI. From copyright infringement and data usage to environmental impact and corporate responsibility, they unravel the hidden costs behind today’s AI boom.

They explore how big tech handles data, the consequences of AI monopolies, and why regulation is a double-edged sword. Most importantly, they discuss what individuals, companies, and the industry at large can do to ensure AI is used ethically and responsibly.

If you’ve ever wondered whether AI can be ethical—or how you can use it more responsibly—this conversation is for you.

In this summer catch-up episode of DevOps Sauna, Darren and Pinja dive into the biggest tech and culture stories of the past months. From OpenAI’s failed Windsurf deal and Google’s licensing swoops, to Sam Altman calling AI a bubble and GitHub’s leadership shake-up, they explore how AI, security, and open-source are reshaping the industry. They also unpack Nvidia’s $4 trillion milestone, US and EU AI regulation battles, and a surprising study on insecure code releases. And to close on a lighter note, they celebrate the global spread of Finnish sauna culture—now floating on rivers in Australia.

As summer holidays roll in, Pinja and Darren take a step back from the usual deep dives into DevOps to reflect on the past six months of the DevOps Sauna. From endless AI debates and myth-busting episodes (“Is Jenkins dead?”) to accessibility, platform engineering at the edge, and even a full episode on sauna culture, they revisit the highlights, surprises, and fun along the way. They also share some of Eficode’s recent wins, welcome a new CEO, and admit to pulling off a very Finnish April Fools’ episode. Join us for a lighter, summer-ready conversation that celebrates both the serious and the silly moments from the podcast so far.

In this episode, we celebrate winning Atlassian’s Partner of the Year – World-Class Software Development award and explore what it truly means. CTO of Managed Services Kalle Sirkesalo joins Darren and Pinja to discuss how Eficode transforms the way teams build software—focusing on culture, tools, processes, and people over code. From AI and platform engineering to security and feedback loops, we unpack how to create lasting impact in modern software development.

In the final episode of their mini-series on platform engineering at the edge, Darren and Pinja dive deep into the often-overlooked security risks of edge and IoT environments. From car key hacks and USB-based keyboard attacks to ransomware targeting medical devices and smart cities, they reveal how proximity and physical access change the rules of cybersecurity. You’ll also hear practical ways to secure your edge platforms, the role of platform engineering in remote monitoring, and how upcoming EU regulations like NIS2 and the Cyber Resilience Act may shape the future.

Darren and Pinja continue their series on platform engineering on the edge by diving into some of the most fascinating real-world use cases. From software updates on the Voyager space probes and Antarctic research stations to cars, planes, and even grocery delivery robots, they explore how platform engineering makes these edge deployments reliable, self-healing, and secure. This episode is full of stories and lessons on what it takes to manage software far beyond traditional data centers and clouds.

Darren and Pinja break down the basics of platform engineering on the edge, from the “boring” to the truly remote and unreachable. They explore how GitOps, Kubernetes, and infrastructure as code enable reliable software updates in spotty or disconnected environments—whether in cars, factories, ships, or even Mars rovers—and why getting edge engineering right matters now more than ever.

Darren and Pinja dive into the risks of “vibe coding,” discussing how AI-generated code, supply chain attacks, and typosquatting increase security challenges, and explore practical ways to secure dependencies and prepare for the future of AI-driven development.

Patrick Debois, known as the father of DevOps, joins Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala to discuss the future of software development, the evolving role of AI in the SDLC, and how developer experience and human judgment fit into an increasingly automated world.

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala sit down with Jamie Dobson to explore his new book Visionaries, Rebels, and Machines—a high-energy journey through the breakthroughs and lucky accidents that pushed technology from steam engines to today’s AI-powered cloud.

Learn how adopting AI-led DevOps practices can supercharge your teams and set your organization on the path to becoming truly AI-native:
 https://www.eficode.com/services/ai-success-roadmap-for-software-development

Celebrating the 200th episode of the DevOps Sauna podcast, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala are joined by longtime Eficodeans, Ilari Nurmi, Henri Hamalainen, and Marko Klemetti, to reminisce and celebrate the history of Eficode and the company's 20th anniversary.

NOTE: This episode was recorded to celebrate our company’s 20th anniversary and features a conversation with Ilari, who—at the time—was serving as Eficode's CEO. Since then, Ilari has moved on from the company.

We want to take a moment to thank him for his incredible leadership over the past six years, a period marked by remarkable growth. His impact on our journey will be lasting, and we’re grateful to have captured his reflections during such a meaningful milestone.

In this episode of the DevOp Sauna, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala are joined by Magnus Sundset, who gives an in-depth look into the origins of IT service management and how the latest tools and principles will affect it in 2025.

Learn how mastering ITSM improves service delivery in your organization:

https://www.eficode.com/mastering-itsm-to-improve-service-delivery

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala discuss the latest stories and developments in the DevOps space in May 2025, including Klarna, Microsoft, OpenAI buying Windsurf, and new legal legislations such as the Take It Down Act and European Vulnerability Database.

Learn how to adopt the best DevOps practices to drive software delivery performance successfully:

https://www.eficode.com/devops-transformation

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala discuss DevOps itself, covering its history, impact, and whether we'll need to change the name of this podcast in the future.

Adopt the best practices for success by driving software delivery performance with a DevOps transformation:

https://www.eficode.com/devops-transformation

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna podcast, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala discuss and debunk the infamous question, "Is Agile dead?", highlighting how Agile is utilized in organizations today and how important it remains.

Master Agile development and collaboration within your teams using the best practices and principles:
https://www.eficode.com/agile-practices

In this special episode of the DevOps Sauna, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala are joined by Markus Tihumäki (Accessibility Specialist and Business Developer) and Toni Laakso (Accessibility Specialist) to discuss everything accessibility in celebration of World Accessibility Awareness Day.

Design and create future-proof, user-centered digital services with Eficode:
https://www.eficode.com/services/design-and-build-digital-services

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala discuss the latest stories and developments in the DevOps space in April 2025, including OpenAI and ChatGPT, open source vs. commercial software, and the new reveals at Atlassian Team '25.

Learn how to adopt the best DevOps practices to drive software delivery performance successfully:

https://www.eficode.com/devops-transformation

In this special episode of the DevOps Sauna podcast, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala take some time away from DevOps to analyze the history and legacy of a critical component of Finnish culture: The sauna.

Check out all the episodes of the DevOps Sauna on our website:

https://www.eficode.com/devops-podcast

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna podcast, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala are joined by Sofus Albertsen, a DevOps Advocate and a Kubernetes expert, to discuss Kubernetes in Edge computing, highlighting various topics including PlanetScale and GitOps.

Reach your DevOps goals with us, a Kubernetes-certified provider:

https://www.eficode.com/solutions/kubernetes

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala are joined by Dan Khurram to discuss The Future of Software conference on March 26, 2025. They highlight their favorite talks, their experience, and what they learned at the event.

Reach your business goals with the right DevOps mindset and tooling:
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In this episode of the DevOps Sauna, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala discuss the latest stories and developments in the DevOps space in March 2025, including recent developments with xAI and the coming end of Opsgenie.

Reach your business goals with the right DevOps mindset and tooling:
https://efcd.co/3RwCYkt

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala discuss the reveal of an exciting new technology created by Eficode: SUAMI (Single Unified AI Metrics Indicator).

Find out more about Eficode's groundbreaking measurement system designed to quantify the unquantifiable.

https://efcd.co/3EeyQT4

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala review Jenkins, its history, and its current state, highlighting its benefits and future impact on the software industry. Additionally, Darren and Pinja share their thoughts and experiences on relevant talks and topics from The DEVOPS Conference.

Jumpstart your continuous journey with Jenkins and Eficode:

https://www.eficode.com/solutions/jenkins-ci

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala are joined by Szilárd Széll (DevOps Transformation Lead and Senior Consultant at Eficode), who shares his experience working in testing and quality assurance, his award as Tester of the Year in Finland, and his thoughts on the current landscape.

Sign up for The Future of Software in London (March 26, 2025):
https://www.thedevopsconference.com/london

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala are joined by Heidi Waterhouse (Transformation Advocate and Marketing Advisor) to discuss her upcoming book, Progressive Delivery.

Sign up for The Future of Software in London (March 26, 2025):
https://www.thedevopsconference.com/london

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala discuss the latest stories and developments in the DevOps scene in February 2024, including Le Chat and the Majorana 1 processor.

Sign up for The Future of Software in London (March 26, 2025):
https://www.thedevopsconference.com/london

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala discuss the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act, its history, and the importance of cybersecurity as a whole.

Sign up for The Future of Software in London (March 26, 2025):
https://www.thedevopsconference.com/london

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala are joined by Lauri Palokangas and Henri Hämäläinen to discuss the history of The DEVOPS Conference and highlight why events like The Future of Software are important to the software industry.

Sign up for The Future of Software in London (March 26, 2025):
https://www.thedevopsconference.com/london

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala are joined by Heikki Hämäläinen and Hannah Waller to reminisce on the history of DevOps, The DEVOPS Conference, and what to look forward to in The Future of Software.

Sign up for The Future of Software in London (March 26, 2025):
https://www.thedevopsconference.com/london

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala round up the latest industry news for January 2025, including current stories on DevOps, technology, and AI.

Sign up for The Future of Software in London (March 26, 2025):
https://www.thedevopsconference.com/london

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala are joined by Henri Terho to discuss DeepSeek, the newest AI model released from China that's been making headlines on social media. They also share their thoughts on what open source means for AI in general.

Sign up for The Future of Software in London (March 26, 2025):
https://www.thedevopsconference.com/london

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna, Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala discuss the concept of psychological leadership and how to identify psychological challenges in the workplace and implement solutions for them to improve work, processes, and morale in your organization.

Sign up for The Future of Software in London (March 26, 2025):
https://www.thedevopsconference.com/london

In this episode of DevOps Sauna, Darren and Pinja share their thoughts on liminal spaces and ideas on how transitional spaces can be applied to software development.

Darren and Pinja also note that AI is shifting the software development landscape, highlighting the trends organizations will need to adapt to stay on top.

For more information, check out our DevOps trends 2025 guide:
https://www.eficode.com/guides/devops-trends-2025

This DevOps Sauna episode discusses the impact of AI and Bots on social media.

Darren Richardson and Pinja Kujala discuss the impact of artificial intelligence and bot accounts on social media platforms like X and Bluesky and the wider implications AI will have on these platforms in the future.

Sign up for The Future of Software in London (March 26, 2025):
https://www.thedevopsconference.com/london

This episode of the DevOps Sauna gives a recap on all of the speaker talks and topics at The Future of Software in Helsinki.

Marc and Darren sit down with Pinja Kujala to discuss all of the fun and exciting talks at The DEVOPS Conference, as well as share their own stories and experiences with each of the speakers and organizations that came.

Sign up for The Future of Software in London (March 26, 2025):
https://www.thedevopsconference.com/london

This episode recaps all the speaker talks and topics at The DEVOPS Conference 2024 in Copenhagen and Stockholm.

Marc and Darren sit down and discuss all of the fun and exciting talks at The DEVOPS Conference, from stories on how value stream management empowers DevOps to how Observability 2.0 is changing the software landscape.

Sign up for The Future of Software in London (March 26, 2025):
https://www.thedevopsconference.com/london

In this episode of DevOps Sauna, Marc and Darren discuss the latest stories in DevSecOps, including using AI for automating governance and an increased focus on companies using RAG models to help leverage internal documentation to streamline DevSecOps tasks.
 
Marc and Darren also highlight other developments, including IBM acquiring HashiCorp, updates to Terraform and the IO domain, and the OpenSSH "regression" vulner 

For more content related to security, check out this episode on our DevOps Sauna podcast covering GitHub SBOMs, AI tools from Microsoft and GitLab, JetBrains Aqua, recent cyber threats, and more: https://www.eficode.com/devops-podcast/devops-news-innovations-and-cybersecurity-insights

Transform your software development with AI by prioritizing security in the fast-paced development lifecycle. Learn from our page: https://www.eficode.com/transforming-software-development-with-ai-and-devops

In this episode, Darren and Marc are joined by Dan Grøndahl and Emma Dahl-Jeppesen.

Emma and Dan advocate for a product-driven approach to platform engineering, with clear boundaries and purpose to prevent team burnout—a shift from traditional, sometimes ambiguous DevOps roles.

They humorously explore “10 things we hate about platform engineering,” touching on issues like the build vs. buy dilemma and the risk of rebranding DevOps teams without adopting true platform practices.

They also stress the importance of intentional, user-centered approaches, and Marc highlights the challenge of avoiding "leaking abstractions" that overburden developers.

With Emma’s “annoyance-driven development” tip, encouraging asking “why” to uncover user needs, the session wraps up with anticipation for deeper discussions at The DevOps Conference: https://www.thedevopsconference.com/?utm_campaign=The%20DEVOPS%20Conference%2022&utm_source=Podcast

Check out our ultimate guide to platform engineering: https://www.eficode.com/platform-engineering

This episode delves into the key topics surrounding security, SBOMs (Software Bill of Materials), AI, and the seamless integration of security tools into DevOps.

Priyanka Syal emphasizes the importance of transparency in both software and training data, especially as AI introduces new challenges around ethics and security. Darren adds that many organizations are still struggling with basic security hygiene and SBOMs, but the advent of AI amplifies the urgency to track dependencies.

The discussion highlights that companies, big or small, must embrace security measures proactively. Security, done right, should be woven seamlessly into every phase of development without hindering creativity or innovation.

Learn how DevOps supports the use of AI and more from our page on transforming software development with AI and DevOps: https://www.eficode.com/transforming-software-development-with-ai-and-devops

Don't miss The DevOps Conference in Stockholm and Copenhagen in November: https://www.thedevopsconference.com/?utm_campaign=The%20DEVOPS%20Conference%2022&utm_source=Podcast

In this episode, Marc and Darren chat with Charity Majors, co-founder and CTO of Honeycomb. They explore how Charity balances a public role in tech, her thoughts on leadership, and the importance of building diverse, inclusive teams.

Charity opens up about her journey with Honeycomb, her personal life, and why she values hiring junior engineers.

The conversation also touches on the future of AI in engineering and career paths, including the engineering-manager pendulum.

If you'd like to hear Charity speak at The DevOps Conference in Stockholm and Copenhagen in November, there's still time: https://www.thedevopsconference.com/?utm_campaign=The%20DEVOPS%20Conference%2022&utm_source=Podcast

In this episode of DevOps Sauna, Marc and Darren are joined by Dan Khurram to discuss a white paper that originated from a collaborative workshop focused on AI scenarios. The workshop, which involved various experts, explores the potential impacts of AI on businesses.

The conversation delves into the process behind creating the white paper, the different AI scenarios examined, and the balance between positive and negative impacts of AI.

A key focus in the discussion is the "AI for all" scenario, where they explore ethical considerations, governance challenges, and the ways AI could shape business operations and the workforce in the future.

Get the white paper here: https://www.eficode.com/ai-driven-product-organizations-of-the-future

Discover how DevOps supports the use of artificial intelligence and more: https://www.eficode.com/transforming-software-development-with-ai-and-devops

In this episode of DevOps Sauna, Marc and Darren discuss the recent arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov by French authorities over allegations of failing to moderate criminal activities on the platform.

They explore the complexities of Telegram's encryption practices, noting that while the platform claims to offer secure communication, its lack of default end-to-end encryption raises concerns.

The conversation delves into the broader implications of platform security, comparing Telegram with other messaging apps like WhatsApp and Signal.

For more content related to security, check out this episode on our DevOps Sauna podcast covering GitHub SBOMs, AI tools from Microsoft and GitLab, JetBrains Aqua, recent cyber threats, and more: https://www.eficode.com/devops-podcast/devops-news-innovations-and-cybersecurity-insights

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Helen Beal, a renowned expert in DevOps and Value Stream Management (VSM), steps into the sauna with Marc and Darren to discuss the significance of experimentation in production environments and the role of leadership in driving successful DevOps transformations.

Helen also explores the evolution and importance of Value Stream Management in modern DevOps practices and shares insights from working with organizations to improve their software delivery processes and how to effectively measure and manage value streams.

This episode is a preview of the themes and discussions that will be explored at The DevOps Conference in Stockholm and Copenhagen in November 2024.

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Everything you need to know for a successful DevOps transformation can be found here: https://www.eficode.com/devops-transformation

Marc and Darren discuss the recent CrowdStrike root cause analysis (RCA) following a significant incident where an update to their Falcon sensor caused around 8 million Windows computers to crash.

The incident was traced back to an error in the software update that expected 20 inputs but received 21, leading to widespread blue screen crashes. The importance of thorough testing, including exploratory and canary testing, to catch issues before widespread deployment is covered by Marc and Darren, who also discuss the pressures in security software development. Rapid responses are critical, and this can lead to oversights.

One of the key takeaways is the high quality and transparency of CrowdStrike's RCA, which provided a detailed timeline, technical explanations, and a third-party review. Marc and Darren advocate for shifting from traditional "root cause analysis" to a "contributing factors analysis" to avoid placing blame and encourage open communication and learning from mistakes.

In this insightful episode, find out why fostering a generative organizational culture that encourages learning and transparency is so important, especially in security-focused development environments.

Watch our webinar to see how DevOps practices and tools help you integrate security and compliance into your software development: https://www.eficode.com/events/compliance-and-security-in-the-devops-world

Take our DevSecOps assessment to reveal where you are and how to secure your pipelines, toolchain, and products both now and in the future: https://www.eficode.com/services/devsecops-assessment

In this season finale, Marc and Darren take a reflective journey through the most compelling episodes of late, encapsulating key themes in DevOps, AI, and security while reflecting on the insights shared by notable guests such as Amanda Brock and Cheryl Hung.

They revisit key discussions on topics such as the challenges of AI in infrastructure, the importance of psychological safety, and the evolving landscape of open source software.

Our hosts also delve into lighter moments, including an April Fool’s satire and lessons from everyday life, tying them back to the broader themes of technology and innovation.

This finale not only recaps the season but also sets the stage for the exciting developments ahead in the world of DevOps.

What do the virtues of the warrior and DevOps have in common? Find out how Wu De serves as a guiding framework in many situations in life, including DevOps consultancy: https://www.eficode.com/blog/become-a-wu-de-devops-consultant

We created an in-depth overview of AI and DevOps and how you can transform your software development: https://www.eficode.com/transforming-software-development-with-ai-and-devops

In this episode of DevOps Sauna season 4, Darren and Marc delve into key DevOps and security updates, focusing on GitHub's potential new standard for SBOMs and its collaboration with JFrog. They joke about their reliance on ChatGPT, given its recent outage, and discuss the concerning frequency of cyber attacks, referencing significant breaches such as Ticketmaster's.

Among the several topics covered in this episode are Microsoft's AI integration in DevOps workflows, GitLab's new AI tools, OpenTofu's recent security-enhanced release, JetBrains' new Aqua IDE for test automation, and GitHub's artifact attestations for supply chain security.

With all this talk of security, Marc and Darren address the recent PyTailor malware threat before wrapping up with GDPR and data protection issues in the UK, underscoring the importance of robust security measures.

Get the latest on GitLab, GitHub Enterprise Server, Jenkins, Artifactory, Xray, and SonarQube LTS in our Root release blog post: https://www.eficode.com/blog/root-whats-new-june-2024

Watch our webinar and learn how to maximize your software development with GitLab's AI-powered DevSecOps platform: https://www.eficode.com/events/gitlab-ai-platform-devsecops-event

Dan Plumbley, Eficode's first GitLab champion, joins hosts Marc and Darren for an episode exploring GitLab. The discussion highlights GitLab's holistic approach, incorporating project management, CICD pipelines, and security features within a single platform.

Dan covers the integration of open-source tools that provide a seamless user experience with minimal context switching. The introduction of GitLab's AI offering, Duo, is also explored, showcasing its capabilities in code suggestions, security assessments, and refactoring, which enhance code quality and maintainability.

The trio touches on GitLab's evolution from an underdog to a leader in the DevOps space, with notable adoption by major global entities.

Our webinar will help you maximize your software development with GitLab's AI-powered DevSecOps platform: https://www.eficode.com/events/gitlab-ai-platform-devsecops-event

No matter your experience with DevOps tooling, we can enhance your experience and capabilities: https://www.eficode.com/root/gitlab

In this episode, Marc's anecdote about resolving a stuck bike axle underscores the importance of having diverse tools and approaches when tackling problems—a principle that extends to security where relying solely on one method can lead to vulnerabilities.

Exploring the value of diverse strategies, redundancy, and rapid feedback loops in both mechanical problem-solving and security practices, our hosts emphasize the necessity of layered security, likening it to an onion with multiple defensive layers to deter threats like the Akira ransomware.

Darren and Marc advocate for frequent testing across multiple levels to ensure the early detection of issues. They highlight the importance of addressing internal vulnerabilities caused by human error and draw parallels between security practices and mechanical problem-solving methodologies.

Whether you're an IT professional, software developer, or anyone interested in improving project security, this discussion offers valuable strategies and perspectives to mitigate risks effectively.

Gain a better understanding of how DevOps and cultural practices intertwine: https://www.eficode.com/guides/devops-for-executives

For DevOps and cultural practices, information on driving successful DevOps transformations, and more, head to our page: https://www.eficode.com/devops-transformation

In this episode, Marc and Darren are joined by Sven Peters, Developer Advocate at Atlassian, discussing enhancing developer joy and productivity. Sven emphasizes that developers often understand their own problems, and management should listen to them. He discusses the increased cognitive load from responsibilities like observability and being on duty for microservices. Introducing "developer joy," Sven describes it as the balance of progress, quality, and value. He stresses reducing wait times and addressing unique team challenges.

Sven highlights bridging the gap between developers and product managers through techniques like project kickoffs and feature leads to ensure developers understand the problems they are solving. He also underscores the necessity of contextualizing metrics for assessing productivity. The conversation explores the creative aspect of software development, differentiating it from mechanical processes.

AI's impact on development is also covered with predictions into how it will change team dynamics, reduce traditional sprint planning, and alter team roles.

Platform engineering is a valuable practice in simplifying development and creating a conducive environment for innovation and enjoyment. Check out our page to learn more: https://www.eficode.com/platform-engineering

Adapt for the future of AI-powered software development using our guide: https://www.eficode.com/guides/devops-trends-2024

In this episode, Marc and Darren are joined by colleagues Henri and Kalle to discuss the proactive role of DevOps in integrating AI into organizations. They emphasize the importance of robust security measures to manage risks and highlight the benefits and challenges of using AI, particularly large language models (LLMs), for apps like customer support and content creation.

They address the complexities of data integration and governance and the need for automated solutions to handle the scalability of AI. Its role in improving human-computer interaction and the importance of maintaining data accuracy and security are also discussed. Marc emphasizes clear data governance practices similar to GDPR, advocating for transparency through an AI bill of materials. Henri and Kalle discuss the necessity of advanced DevOps practices, including specification-driven development and CI/CD pipelines for efficient IT processes.

The conversation covers integrating requirements early into development value streams and maintaining rigorous verification and validation, particularly in secure environments, underscoring the proactive role of DevOps safety nets in enhancing software engineering.

Extend your learning with our blog post on the four guiding principles of a healthy DevOps culture: https://www.eficode.com/blog/the-four-guiding-principles-of-a-healthy-devops-culture

Transform your software development with AI and DevOps using the information on our page: https://www.eficode.com/transforming-software-development-with-ai-and-devops

Darren and Marc discuss the EU AI Act, the world's first regulation on artificial intelligence development. The Act, aimed at controlling and putting guardrails on AI development, is seen as a step towards addressing potential risks associated with AI, such as manipulation, bias, and exploitation. While acknowledging the Act's spirit of protecting against AI misuse, they express concerns about its potential impact on innovation, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the AI space. They anticipate challenges in interpretation and enforcement, as well as potential lawsuits shaping the Act's implementation and effectiveness. Additionally, they ponder how the Act might affect marketing practices, emphasizing the need for transparency in AI systems and their interactions with people. The discussion also touches on the complexities of regulating AI and the implications for various industries and use cases.

Learn more about AI in software development on our page: https://www.eficode.com/transforming-software-development-with-ai-and-devops

Get the key DevOps and machine learning trends for your software development processes from our guide: https://www.eficode.com/transforming-software-development-with-ai-and-devops

In this episode of DevOps Sauna, Marc and Darren are joined by Eficode UX and Accessibility Lead Annika, who emphasizes the importance of considering accessibility requirements and various user needs from the outset of any project. She shares her journey into accessibility work, highlighting its significance and intersection with user experience (UX). Annika discusses the technical aspects of accessibility, the importance of meeting minimum standards, and the necessity of manual testing alongside automated tools. The conversation delves into the impact of accessibility on users with impairments, the prevalence of accessibility needs, and upcoming legislation mandating accessibility in various sectors. Eficode's efforts in promoting accessibility are mentioned, along with practical tips to improve accessibility in your digital services.

Join in the conversation at The DEVOPS Conference in Copenhagen and Stockholm and experience a fantastic group of speakers: www.thedevopsconference.com/?utm_campai…rce=Podcast

Learn about our monthly Unicorn Stable sessions—open to all employees with an idea to pitch—and the innovations that have come from it.

Marc and Darren discuss various topics, including the implications of edge computing on DevOps, the emergence of AI-generated code, controversies surrounding open-source licenses, the rise of start-ups focused on automating DevOps tasks, the widespread use of AI among developers, and the need for responsible innovation with Generative AI. They also touch on challenges in DevOps leadership and the importance of fostering a supportive environment for talent. Ultimately, while there are complexities and challenges in these areas, there's also optimism about the potential for positive change and innovation.

Join in the conversation at The DEVOPS Conference in Copenhagen and Stockholm and experience a fantastic group of speakers: www.thedevopsconference.com/?utm_campai…rce=Podcast

Prepare for the future of AI-powered software development with our DevOps Trends 2024 guide.

In this episode, Marc and Darren host Cheryl Hung, Senior Director of Infrastructure Ecosystem at Arm and founder of Cloud Native London. They discuss Arm's expanding role beyond mobile devices into data centers and infrastructure, highlighting increased software support for Arm processors. The conversation touches on trends like GitOps, WebAssembly (Wasm), and the shifting landscape of open-source licensing models. Cheryl also encourages community engagement and sharing knowledge through meetups and speaking opportunities. Overall, the episode offers insights into the evolving tech landscape and the importance of collaboration and open discourse.

Join in the conversation at The DEVOPS Conference in Copenhagen and Stockholm and experience a fantastic group of speakers: www.thedevopsconference.com/?utm_campai…rce=Podcast

If you’re interested in getting new ideas for products with rapid time-to-market, check out our blog post.

In this episode of the DevOps Sauna podcast, Amanda Brock, CEO of OpenUK, explores the impact of AI-generated code on open source software. She addresses licensing complexities, ownership issues, and maintainer responsibilities. The discussion also covers the misuse of open source in AI contexts and concerns about regulations like the Cyber Resilience Act and the EU AI Act. Amanda emphasizes community engagement in setting standards to ensure fair regulation. She highlights the necessity of users complying with laws over licenses and the trend of shifting liability onto commercializers. Legal complexities around Generative AI and managing security vulnerabilities in sectors like government, finance, and healthcare are also discussed. Darren, Marc, and Amanda reflect on AI's broader implications for job displacement and the importance of expertise and discernment but remain optimistic about the positive impacts, such as more informed decision-making.

Join in the conversation at The DEVOPS Conference in Copenhagen and Stockholm and experience a fantastic group of speakers: www.thedevopsconference.com/?utm_campai…rce=Podcast

Discover the power of GitHub Copilot for transforming your software development with AI pair programming.

Darren and Marc discuss the concept of repatriation in DevOps in this episode of DevOps Sauna, advocating for a return to manual deployment and bare metal servers. They discuss the importance of treating servers like pets rather than cattle, emphasizing hands-on care and control over automated processes. They also touch on topics such as maintaining server room temperature, manual cable management, the value of monoliths in software development, and the idea of allowing servers to "work from home" rather than relying on cloud-based solutions.

Join in the conversation at The DEVOPS Conference in Copenhagen and Stockholm and experience a fantastic group of speakers: www.thedevopsconference.com/?utm_campai…rce=Podcast

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In this episode, Marc and Darren explore stress in IT, covering the signs, types, and management strategies. They share personal experiences and offer practical tools like the three and four-panel methods for addressing stress-inducing situations. They advocate for seeking professional help, breaking the stigma around mental health conversations, and promoting psychological safety in the workplace. Overall, their conversation underscores the importance of recognizing and addressing stress to foster well-being in both personal and professional spheres.

Join in the conversation at The DEVOPS Conference in Copenhagen and Stockholm and experience a fantastic group of speakers: www.thedevopsconference.com/?utm_campai…rce=Podcast

Learn how to foster a healthy and balanced DevOps culture with the help of blameless postmortems.

In this episode, Marc and Darren discuss the feasibility and implications of creating a fully open source toolchain for software development. They explore various aspects of the toolchain, including version control, compliance, secure storage, documentation, task management, and more.

Specific tools and their suitability for different purposes within the toolchain are explored. Darren evaluates options such as Gitea and GitLab for version control, SonarQube, and Aqua Security tools for compliance, and HashiCorp Vault for secure storage. Challenges in finding suitable replacements for commercial tools like Confluence for documentation and Jira for task management are also touched upon.

Throughout the episode, trade-offs between open source and commercial solutions, such as cost, ease of use, and support, are acknowledged. Underestimating the technical investment required to maintain open source toolchains is cautioned against, while software-as-a-service (SaaS) platforms are suggested as a suitable alternative.

Darren and Marc advocate for a pragmatic approach to toolchain selection, recognizing the benefits and limitations of both open source and commercial offerings. They emphasize the importance of considering factors such as scalability, support, and ease of integration when making decisions about software development toolchains.

Join in the conversation at The DEVOPS Conference in Copenhagen and Stockholm and experience a fantastic group of speakers: www.thedevopsconference.com/?utm_campai…rce=Podcast

Whether you need a single tool installation or a highly scalable, complete end-to-end toolchain, we can provide it.

This episode explores the concept of value stream mapping, emphasizing transparency, prioritization, and continuous improvement to optimize value creation within organizations. Through discussions on feedback loops and breaking down silos, Marc and Darren empower listeners with insights to enhance their software development processes and foster a culture of innovation and collaboration.

Join in the conversation at The DEVOPS Conference in Copenhagen and Stockholm and experience a fantastic group of speakers: www.thedevopsconference.com/?utm_campai…rce=Podcast

Darren and Marc discuss incident response in cybersecurity in this episode, with a focus on the importance of disconnecting rather than shutting down during security incidents.

They cover the four phases of incident response: Discovery, analysis, action, and postmortem, highlighting the shift in cybersecurity from prevention to effective response due to the inevitability of breaches.

They look at the complexity of achieving a perfectly secure system and stress the importance of continuous improvement and preparation in cybersecurity practices.

Join in the conversation at The DEVOPS Conference in Copenhagen and Stockholm and experience a fantastic group of speakers: www.thedevopsconference.com/?utm_campai…rce=Podcast

Want to know how your teams can get a grip on their service incidents? Read our blog post.

Marc and Darren address the resistance to change within organizations when it comes to adopting new technology. They cover the challenges of traditional command and control hierarchies in modern workplaces, emphasizing the importance of involving knowledge workers in the change process for successful adoption.

Also highlighted is the need for flexibility in selecting tools. They caution against tooling bias and stress the importance of management and developer buy-in for effective change management.

The role of platform ownership and the importance of security considerations in change management is also covered.

Marc and Darren conclude the episode with a reminder of the ongoing need for adaptation and growth in today's rapidly evolving landscape.

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Find out how we helped Nokia define operational models, processes, and system changes.

In this podcast episode, Marc and Darren discuss platform engineering, with a focus on how to start building an effective platform from scratch in 2024. They emphasize the importance of erasing past mistakes, standardizing tooling, and gaining management buy-in.

Marc and Darren advocate a balanced approach that prioritizes getting software running quickly in a production-like environment to facilitate rapid feedback loops, and  touch on investment, resistance to change, and the need for software to be adaptable to new platforms.

Join in the conversation at The DEVOPS Conference in Copenhagen and Stockholm and experience a fantastic group of speakers: www.thedevopsconference.com/?utm_campai…rce=Podcast

Check out our ultimate guide to platform engineering.

Darren and Marc highlight the importance of going all in on a platform transformation, emphasizing the need for commitment and investment.

They discuss the shift towards internal developer platforms and the challenges of overcoming ill-defined areas in platform engineering.

The conversation touches on common pitfalls, including the delay in considering security, tooling bias, and the tendency to try to build a perfect system instead of focusing on iteration.

Find out how to address these pitfalls by considering security early on, cultivating a DevOps culture centered around user feedback and positive reinforcement, abandoning the pursuit of a perfect system in favor of iterative development, and adopting all-in-one platforms like GitLab and GitHub.

Join in the conversation at The DEVOPS Conference in Copenhagen and Stockholm and experience a fantastic group of speakers: www.thedevopsconference.com/?utm_campai…rce=Podcast

Check out our ultimate guide to platform engineering.

Marc and Darren are joined by Andrew Martin, founder and CEO of control-plane.io, to discuss the challenges of securing Kubernetes for different user levels and the evolution of security practices in DevOps.

They emphasize collaboration between development and security teams and the importance of tools like OSCAL for automating security testing. Andrew addresses solutions for securing Kubernetes, such as network policies, RBAC, and container security management. He highlights the significance of log integration for security incident management and tools like Kubesec and bad robots for analysis. He also touches on configuring Linux security modules and the role of security monitoring in container security.

Join in the conversation at The DEVOPS Conference with a fantastic group of speakers, an engaging worldwide online audience, and a live audience in London of practitioners and decision-makers.

With our advanced Kubernetes application deployment cloud training, you can extend your team's application packaging and deployment skills using cloud-native tooling.

In this episode, Marc and Andy are joined by the VP of Engineering at Showpad, Patrick Debois. They discuss GenAI and the metaverse, emphasizing their significance in the industry.

Patrick reflects on his famous quote about DevOps breaking silos and how the industry has evolved from large to smaller, more collaborative teams. They delve into DevOps with security, the evolution of collaboration among teams, and the challenges of working with external SAS vendors.

Patrick shares his thoughts on the future of AI, the metaverse, and the concept of "reality as code," as well as collaboration, understanding different perspectives, and the continuous evolution of technology.

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Discover how integrating DevOps and AI can lead to transformative outcomes.

In this episode, Andy, Marc, and Pinja discuss their experiences at The DEVOPS Conference Scandinavia 2023. They highlight several key themes and speakers from the event, including transformations, AI, Developer Experience (DX), and platform engineering. Some notable speakers mentioned include those from Saxo Bank, Adobe, HSBC, Spotify, and Syntasso. They emphasize the importance of attending such conferences for the valuable insights and networking opportunities they provide.

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Marc and Andy discuss initiatives related to open source in the context of AI with Amanda Brock, who highlights the importance of open source as a means of transparency and accountability, allowing people to inspect and understand the code they use.

They also touch on topics like investing in open source as a way to support the global tech economy, the right to repair, and the challenges of ownership and liability in AI derivatives.

Amanda emphasizes the need for transparency in open data and building enthusiasm to convince others of the benefits.

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Learn about our commitment to open-source and research.

David Keane shares insight with Marc and Andy into the challenges of implementing DevOps at scale in HSBC.

Learn about the positive impact of DevOps on cost control and security for gaining buy-in, along with the importance of breaking down silos, promoting collaboration, and fostering a culture of accountability.

David also tells of the lever of change following a 48-hour system outage that prompted improved collaboration between IT and business teams.

-The DEVOPS Conference - Stockholm (October 23, 2023): efcd.co/3PlK1uZ
-The DEVOPS Conference - Copenhagen (October 25, 2023): efcd.co/3ERSsJn

David and Ronnie from WirelessCar join Marc and Andy in the DevOps Sauna, focusing on helping teams with DevOps and team development.

In a thought-leadership experiment, David and Ronnie stress the importance of involving the whole team when someone takes the initiative to solve a problem.

They also discuss the DevOps Health Radar from SAFe, continuous improvement, fostering a culture of collaboration and collective ownership, creating a safe space where team members feel comfortable contributing without fear of failure, and more.

-The DEVOPS Conference - Stockholm (October 23, 2023): efcd.co/3PlK1uZ
-The DEVOPS Conference - Copenhagen (October 25, 2023): efcd.co/3ERSsJn

Marc and Andy are joined by Cisco Senior Developer Advocate Adrienne Tacke. They discuss her upcoming talk on code reviews and more at The DEVOPS Conference in Scandinavia. Also covered:

• The challenges of measuring developer productivity using DevOps Research and Assessment (DORA) metrics
• Code reviews, team dynamics, and the potential pitfalls of over-relying on narrow metrics for evaluating teams and individuals
• The importance of considering the broader context and environment in which development teams operate
• Team complaints and promoting accountability
• Improving team collaboration, code quality, and overall productivity in a development environment

In this pregame podcast for the DEVOPS Conference Scandinavia, Marc introduces special guest Pinja Kujala. Along with Andy, they discuss the upcoming DEVOPS Conference Live, scheduled for October 23rd and 25th, 2023, in Stockholm and Copenhagen.

Get the lowdown on keynote speakers and their topics, from the practical use of AI in software development to the importance of security in the development process and building with empathy—crucial in creating a positive developer experience (DevX).

There's a connection between software development and cooking in that both require a certain level of creativity and experimentation. Juan Pablo Buriticá uses culinary analogies to explain software development principles and shares best practices for team success with Marc and Andy.

The DevOps Conference: https://hubs.li/Q021CcMw0

We've been talking about open source quite a bit lately. Loft Labs launched a brand new project called DevPod, built to help you spin up a dev environment wherever you want. Lian Li, Developer Advocate at Loft Labs, is here to help us find out more about it.

-Cloud native development training: https://hubs.li/Q01W_4S00
-Previous episode with Bill Mulliganon Stories about how eBPF is used today: https://hubs.li/Q01W_wt60-
Global Diversity CFP day on twitter: https://twitter.com/gdcfpday
-The Kuberoke community: https://kuberoke.love/

"Good software is built by happy, well-supported people", Rust Foundations, an independent non-profit organization dedicated to stewarding the Rust programming language. Most open-source software developers are paid professionals, usually working in corporations or enterprises, but they may be working anywhere. And it may or may not be the hobby project that they're working on. It's often their main line. What is the Rust Foundation in terms of also supporting open source? We've invited Rebecca Rumbul, Rust Foundation's CEO, to learn more.-Open source today, with Anais Urlichs, Developer Advocate at Aqua Security and CNCF Ambassador of the year from 2021: 

https://hubs.li/Q01WCyss0-How companies can approach open source contributions, a podcast episode with GitHub: https://hubs.li/Q01TNn3g0-Open source projects at Eficode: https://hubs.li/Q01WCzCn0