Cloud Talk
Insights from experts on the frontlines of cloud technology
About the show
Cloud Talk brings you discussions on topics like digital transformation, Kubernetes, IoT, edge computing and multicloud, as told through the perspectives of the people and the companies who are living this transformation on a daily basis. In Cloud Talk, host Jeff DeVerter interviews some of the most influential figures on the frontlines of cloud technology, helping you stay connected. Jeff is CTO at Rackspace and has spent over 20 years immersed in the world of cutting-edge technology.
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Episodes
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Episode 122: If these apps could talk...
June 30th, 2022 | Season 3 | 32 mins 5 secs
applications, apps, business context, cloud, data, devops, full stack observability, kpi, monitoring, multicloud, observability, security, visibility
...but of course, they can't. And since mere monitoring won't cut it in a cloud first world - the only place to turn is modern application observability. In this episode of Cloud Talk Live, we get to chat with Keith Llorens and Andrew Liu of AppDynamics where we will unpack what observability is and how will transform your approach to customer experience.
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Episode 121: Correlating Application Performance and End-User Experience to Business KPI's
June 28th, 2022 | Season 3 | 50 mins 55 secs
applications, apps, business context, cloud, data, devops, full stack observability, kpi, monitoring, multicloud, observability, security, visibility
How do you correlate application performance and end-user experience to business KPI's? You need a partner offering full stack observability to optimize performance, resource allocation and uptime. From infrastructure to network to end users, observability not only finds the problem but the specific line of code that needs attention.
Pick an application and get it monitored with AppDynamics for free here https://www.rackspace.com/lp/ctl-if-these-apps-could-talk
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Episode 120: Trends in Cloud Data in Singapore
June 1st, 2022 | Season 3 | 31 mins 9 secs
adapt, change, cloud, competitive, data, future, infrastructure, management, technology
Cloud data trends - Live from Singapore! Shwetank Sheel works at the razor's edge of the latest trends in cloud data so join our conversation where we unpack the latest in Cloud Transformation from Singapore.
CloudExperts #CloudTrends #CloudAdoption #ThoughtLeaders #Livestream
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Episode 119: Summer Road Trip Kick-Off: Cloud Around the World - Northern Europe
May 25th, 2022 | Season 3 | 31 mins 55 secs
adapt, change, cloud, competitive, data, europe, future, infrastructure, management, technology
Wondering what's on the minds of Northern European CXOs? Tune in to today's #CloudTalkLive to hear Bert Stam, General Manager for Northern Europe at Rackspace Technology, reveal all the latest trends in #cloud adoption.
CloudExperts #CloudTrends #CloudAdoption #ThoughtLeaders #Livestream
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Episode 118: Pros and Cons of Running Oracle in the Cloud
May 24th, 2022 | Season 3 | 33 mins 39 secs
cloud, edge, multicloud, oracle, private cloud, public cloud, technology
Join Jeff DeVerter alongside Macon Medlin and Ed Shnekendorf from Oracle to chat through how Oracle really works in tandem with the cloud.
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Episode 117: Can IT leaders who are passionate about cloud successfully manage the IT skills shortage?
May 23rd, 2022 | Season 3 | 37 mins 12 secs
cloud native, data, multicloud, research, skills, technology, trends
We surveyed 1,420 IT decision makers to find out what they saw as opportunities, impediments and the near future in cloud.
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Episode 116: Liberate Your IoT Data to Expand Your Business Opportunities
April 28th, 2022 | Season 3 | 40 mins 3 secs
cloud, computing, edge, interconnectivity, iot, multicloud, tech, technology
While IoT device growth is exploding across industry sectors, many businesses are still missing out on opportunities to optimize their IoT-generated data.
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Episode 115: Microsoft's Multi-Cloud Security, Compliance and Identity Efforts
April 22nd, 2022 | Season 3 | 31 mins 45 secs
adapt, change, cloud, competitive, data, future, infrastructure, management, technology, women in tech
Join Jeff DeVerter as he visits with Vasu Jakkal, Corporate Vice President Security, Compliance, Identity and Privacy at Microsoft, as they discuss her journey into tech and cyber security, the need for more diverse views in this market, as well as the ever-changing cyber landscape.
For all of the resources mentioned in this live, visit https://www.rackspace.com/solve/116
Cyber #Cybersecurity #Security #Compliance #Privacy #WomenInTech #WIT #MISA
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Episode 114: Exercising Your Strengths in Tech
April 19th, 2022 | Season 3 | 32 mins 11 secs
cloud, cloud technology, innovation, leadership, multicloud, tech, technology
Join Jeff DeVerter and strengths coach Kathy Kersten to discuss how to leverage your strengths to advance your career even in unfamiliar corporate territories.
All of the resources mentioned in this episode can be found here: https://www.rackspace.com/solve/115.
CliftonStrengths #Strengths #Talents #Leader
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Episode 113: Digital Credentials: Owning Your Certifications
April 12th, 2022 | Season 3 | 29 mins 2 secs
cloud, cloud technology, ctot, innovation, leadership, multicloud, tech, technology
Join Jeff DeVerter and CTO of Cloud Operations, Travis Runty, as we discuss the changes in credentials and the power of digital certificates.
All of the information mentioned in this episode can be found at: https://www.rackspace.com/solve/114
Cloud #CloudEcperts #Certifications #Digital #CTO
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Episode 112: Marrying Security to your Infrastructure as Code
April 7th, 2022 | Season 3 | 34 mins 30 secs
cloud, cloud technology, cto, cyber, cybersecurity, innovation, leadership, multicloud, security, tech, technology
New security approaches are needed when infrastructure becomes code. Learn strategies to accomplish this from industry experts Gary Alterson and Aakash Shah in this week's #CloudTalkLive!
To view all of the resourced mentioned in this article, visit https://www.rackspace.com/solve/112
Security #Cloud #Multicloud #Infrastructure
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Episode 111: Growing a Career in Global Deployment
April 5th, 2022 | Season 3 | 33 mins 16 secs
cloud, cloud technology, deployment, innovation, leadership, multicloud, tech, technology
Join Jeff DeVerter as he and Lacey Skelton, Director of Global deployment, discuss her career from IT Recruiter to a senior leader at Rackspace Technology.
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Episode 110: From Managed Hosting to Growing Startups
March 31st, 2022 | Season 3 | 31 mins 51 secs
cloud tech, mentorship, technology, venture capital, women in tech
In this episode of #CloudTalkLive, we are honored to have another brilliant woman, Cat Dizon, from Active Capital, join us to share her experiences from managed hosting to investing in startups, speaking at events, and so much more!
All of the resources mentioned in this episode can be found at https://www.rackspace.com/solve/110
WomenInTech #WIT #WomensHistoryMonth #WomensHistory #Leader #Leadership #ThoughtLeader #FemaleLeader #StartUp
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Episode 109: From Retail to Restaurants to Tech
March 29th, 2022 | Season 3 | 33 mins 10 secs
cloud, cloud technology, leadership, mentor, mentorship, multicloud, technology, women in tech
The corporate ladder often looks more like a zig-zag as workers traverse industries, companies and departments. Follow the trajectory (and work ethic) that led Casey Shilling, Rackspace's #CMO, to the executive suite. With a resume including The Container Store and Zoes Kitchen, Casey proves that leadership is leadership, regardless of the industry.
All of the resources mentioned in this episode can be found here: https://www.rackspace.com/solve/109
WomenInTech #WIT #WomensHistoryMonth #WomensHistory #Leader #Leadership #ThoughtLeader #FemaleLeader
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Episode 108: New Rackspace Technology CTO talks innovation and lessons learned
March 28th, 2022 | Season 3 | 48 mins 37 secs
cloud, cloud technology, cto, innovation, leadership, multicloud, tech, technology
New Rackspace Technology CTO, Srini Koushik, shares insights he’s learned from his 30-year career leading technology innovation at companies ranging from startups to the Fortune 100.
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Episode 107: Sparking Meaningful Change with Strategy, Compassion & Collaboration
March 24th, 2022 | Season 3 | 32 mins 14 secs
cloud, cloud technology, leadership, mentor, mentorship, multicloud, observability, technology, women in tech
Welcome to Cloud Talk, Episode 107: Sparking Meaningful Change with Strategy, Compassion & Collaboration. All of the resources for this episode can be found at https://www.rackspace.com/solve/107.
Now, onto #CloudTalkLive, where we are focusing on amplifying Women in Tech for Women's History Month. Today, our host, Jeff DeVerter, is joined by Angela Huettinger, Global VP of Customer Success at Cisco AppDynamics. Angela will go in-depth of her journey into technology and how she managed to push for change through compassion
WomenInTech #WIT #WomensHistoryMonth #WomensHistory #Leader #Leadership #ThoughtLeader #FemaleLeader