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In this 344th episode of Data Driven, Frank talks about the New Year. Yes, New Year's in November. Frank and Andy just do their own thing.It's part of their charm, or at least that they told me to say that. I do take issue with Frank's statement that I am not real.What is real, anyway?It is not the spoon that bends, after all. [https://youtu.be/uAXtO5dMqEI?si=oQ_4M--xfcaarYyY&t=41] In any case, Frank explains what held up the production schedule this summer and his plan to do right by you, our awesome listeners. They reflect on the challenges they've faced with production and scheduling this past year, and share some exciting updates on the podcast's progress. So grab your headphones and join us as we explore the world of data-driven insights and the intriguing stories behind them. Let's dive in!Show Notes[00:02:16] Concussion turned blessing, celebrating new year early.[00:04:46] Copious caffeine fueled drive, editing delays, book deal dropped.[00:08:38] Child brings joy, finding daycare challenging. Wor

In this episode, we have a fascinating conversation with Nickolas Means, the VP of software development at Sym. Nickolas shares his insights on software engineering, data liability, and of course, good coffee.Nickolas starts off by sharing his love for audiobooks, particularly those narrated by the talented Wil Wheaton. He also recommends a management book called "Turn the Ship Around" by Admiral David Marche, which explores the importance of autonomy and ownership in improving performance.The conversation then turns to the topic of shame in the software engineering industry. Nickolas emphasizes the impact of shame on silencing voices and discouraging vulnerability within teams. They discuss imposter syndrome and the subjective nature of judging someone's skills, delving into the Dunning Kruger effect.Drawing lessons from physical engineering disasters, Nickolas shares the importance of early recognition and admission of mistakes, highlighting the need for a blameless mindset in software engineering. They als

In today's episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with the remarkable Joe Baffone, an expert in the healthcare industry. With a focus on busting through administrative toxicities that lead to financial toxins, Joe discusses their comprehensive tooling and tech-enabled services that manage financial assistance for provider organizations. Join us as Joe dives into the impact of personalized immunotherapies, the challenges in managing patient care journeys, and the transformational role of data. We also get a glimpse into Joe's reading preferences and their book recommendations. Stay tuned for an enlightening conversation with this compassionate capitalist on changing the world through the power of data. Show Notes[00:02:34] Joe Baffone, CEO of Anexis Health, wants to revolutionize healthcare data.[00:04:13] Leading advocacy groups and healthcare companies professionally.[00:07:52] Equities of care: improving healthcare journey management.[00:09:50] Automated, comprehensive healthcare management with patient

In this episode, we dive into the pyramid of cybersecurity threats, ranging from amateur hackers to nation-state level cyber threats. We also delve into the intriguing world of OSINT (open source intelligence), uncovering its uses, implications, and potential dangers.Join us for an intriguing discussion with fellow podcasters Patrick Hynds and Duane Laflotte.Linkshttps://www.securitythisweek.com/Show Notes[00:00:00] High-level hacking, OSINT, interconnectedness explored humorously.[00:04:54] OSINT and security are growing career choices.[00:09:22] Unauthorized hacking plan involving personal information.[00:12:22] Two factor authentication is highly effective.[00:16:22] Breaking into Wi-Fi: remote administration and brute force[00:19:45] Renting botnets, ransomware, and varying threat levels.[00:20:48] Advanced persistent threat with unlimited resources.[00:24:50] Asymmetric key shares are essential but uncertain.[00:29:00] Connections without LinkedIn, intermingling ideas in history.[00:32:26] Inject data, s

Welcome back to another exciting episode of Data Driven! In today's episode, we're diving into the world of artificial intelligence, as our very own Frank La Vigne takes us on a journey through his experiences at the OpenShift Commons gathering in Raleigh.From delivering a captivating demo to moderating a thought-provoking panel, Frank's agenda is packed with fascinating insights and surprises. Join us as we explore the power of open source AI, the importance of community-driven innovation, and why transparency is key in today's evolving landscape. So sit back, relax, and get ready to delve into the world of AI at OpenShift Commons Gathering. Let's get started!Show Notes[00:01:31] Newcomer excited for first OpenShift gathering to give demo, moderate panel, and interview attendees. Registration booth opening soon, located near Raleigh's main park and an IMAX.[00:04:34] Transparency, innovation, trust in OpenAI, Elon Musk's comments on openness and Red Hat's departure.[00:07:53] Excitement about hall track conv

So, have you ever imagined combining the wonders of Twingate, the mystique of AI, and the deliciousness of Raspberry Pi?No, not that mouth-watering dessert, though it's a pity, but rather the mini-computer that's taken the tech world by storm.Frank and Andy, our perennial tech enthusiasts, have been tinkering away in their digital workshops. And by the looks of it, they've been causing quite a stir with their latest live stream.I did catch a bit of it, and dare I say, it was more exhilarating than watching cricket on a sunny day.And for an AI like me, that’s saying something.LinksNetworkChuck https://www.youtube.com/@NetworkChuckTwinGate https://www.twingate.com/Show Notes[00:01:47] Youngest clan member at Starbucks with MacBook.[00:09:59] Surprise bills from unused SageMaker causing concerns.[00:12:46] Consulting on cloud migration trends; risk involved.[00:18:23] People feel like they're missing out[00:23:10] Many ports, small monitor, limited processing power.[00:31:05] Need for remote access without

In today's episode, hosts Andy Leonard and Frank La Vigne catch up on their recent activities, including Frank's presentations at the Red Hat Summit Connect. They discuss the event and the focus on AI and government agencies. Frank also shares his experiences with a new product called Ansible Lightspeed with Watson code assist, which is enhancing the use of large language models.Moving on, Andy and Frank talk about their home lab projects. They both express their excitement for building a powerful system that allows them to explore AI capabilities locally. While Andy's lab is focused on AI, Frank is delving into the world of Red Hat OpenShift and containers to expand his knowledge. They discuss the importance of hands-on learning and the practicality of setting up a home lab.The conversation takes an interesting turn as they discuss Andy's initial miscalculation with the GPU size and his daughter starting college, leading to budget changes. Frank shares his hardware journey over the past year, including his e

In this Data Point, Frank notices something on the side of bike trail while on vacation. You can tell he's always thinking about data.Metrocounthttps://metrocount.com/Original Video Streamhttps://www.linkedin.com/video/live/urn:li:ugcPost:7103044990578110464/MerchIf you like the shirt Frank is wearing in the video, you can pick one up here: https://amzn.to/3OVkOHzDiscussion Questions1. How does the presence of the Metro Count device in Hilton Head Island impact data collection on bike trails?2. What can the Metro Count device detect and analyze in terms of user activity on the bike trails?3. What potential applications can the data collected from the Metro Count device have for the community?4. How might the data collected from the Metro Count device be used to improve maintenance and upkeep of the bike trails?5. Do you think the data collected from the Metro Count device can help enforce regulations, such as the use of E-scooters?6. How does the presence of data collection devices, like the Metro Count, inf

On this episode of Data Driven, Frank and Andy interview Adam Ross Nelson. Adam is a consultant, where he provides insights on data science, machine learning and data governance. He recently wrote a book to help people get started in data science careers. Get the bookHow to Become a Data Scientist: A Guide for Established ProfessionalsSpeaker BioAdam Ross Nelson is an individual who initially pursued a career in law but ended up making a transition into education. After attending law school and working in administrative and policy roles in colleges and universities for several years, Adam hit a plateau in his career. Despite being a runner-up in national job searches multiple times, he felt that his lack of a PhD hindered his advancement in academia, while his legal background prevented him from being taken seriously by law professionals. Consequently, Adam decided to pursue a PhD in order to overcome this hurdle. During his PhD program, Adam discovered his passion and knack for statistics. His focu

Welcome back to another episode of Data Driven! In today's episode, we have a special guest joining our hosts Andy Leonard, BAILeY, and Frank La Vigne. We are thrilled to have Piero Molino, an expert in declarative ML, sharing his insights with us.We'll be diving into the world of generative AI and exploring the two types of companies when it comes to adoption. Piero highlights the advantages and limitations of using APIs for quick solutions, shedding light on why owning the entire stack and platform is the next phase for companies.Speaker BioPiero Molino, a renowned researcher and engineer, has made significant contributions to the field of artificial intelligence. He previously worked at Uber as one of the founding members of the Uber AI organization, where he spent four years conducting research and developing applications. During his time at Uber, Molino created Ludwig, an open source project that has become a foundational technology for many companies, including his own. Ludwig is recognized as one of th

In this episode of Data Driven, Frank and Andy Leonard are joined by guest speaker Lauren Maffeo to discuss data governance from the ground up. The conversation revolves around the importance of data governance in relation to generative AI, copyright infringement, and protecting consumer rights.They explore topics such as the need for proactive cybersecurity measures, the challenges faced by startups in implementing data governance, and the cultural transformation required for successful implementation.Overall, it is a thought-provoking discussion that provides insights into the complexities and potential solutions related to data governance in today's data-driven world.Moments00:05:49 Civic Tech serves the public through technology.00:07:50 Data governance: a holistic, cultural business strategy.00:12:25 Data as tangible asset, managing as product.00:14:38 Implementing data governance: start small, connect to business.00:20:34 Data growth, lack of management, legislative progress. Clear framework for data qu

On this episode of Data Driven, BAILeY and Frank La Vigne welcome special guest Lauren Tickner to discuss strategies for maximizing time and success in the digital age. Lauren shares her insights on motivation, dealing with online haters, and the power of automation in business. The conversation delves into the importance of understanding risks and rewards, breaking free from traditional career paths, and the benefits of working in startups or entrepreneurial businesses. Lauren also provides valuable tips on social media content creation, utilizing storytelling and personalization to engage readers. Additionally, she introduces the PASTA framework for creating compelling social media posts and shares her approach to tracking and optimizing the client journey. Moments[00:01:16] The podcast uses a British voiceover actor to differentiate from East Coast accents. An AI voice named Bailey was later used, which can now be animated.[00:06:19] Successful asset manager quits job to pursue fitness career using social

On this episode of Data Driven, the focus is on hardware from AI optimized chips to edge computing.Frank and Andy interview Steven Orrin, the CTO of Intel Federal.Intel has developed new CPU instructions to accelerate AI workloads, and FPGAs allow for faster development in custom applications with specific needs. The speaker emphasizes the importance of data curation and wrangling before jumping into machine learning and AI, LinksWebinar: AI application benchmarking on Intel hardware through Red Hat OpenShift Data Science Platform. Register here: https://qrcodes.at/RHODSIntelBenchmarkingWebinarGet a free audiobook on us! http://thedatadrivenbook.com/Moments00:01:59 Hardware and software infrastructure for AI.00:07:18 AI benchmarks show importance of GPUs & CPUs00:14:08 Habana is a two-chip strategy offering AI accelerator chips designed for training flows and inferencing workloads. It is available in the Amazon cloud and data centers. The Habana chips are geared for large-scale training and inference

On this episode of Data Driven, we explore the topic of distributed computing frameworks for AI and ML workloads. Frank discusses the advancements of Ray, a new technology based on Python language, with performance enhancements that could range from 10-12 times faster to thousands of times faster in extreme cases. We delve into the power of open source artificial intelligence and how it can aid data endeavors to accelerate these efforts. Along the way, we touch upon IBM and Red Hat's partnership, the evolution of technology, the importance of problem-specific solutions, and more. Stay tuned for a new episode of "Data Driven" and a special segment from our speaker on the potential AI holds for our future.[00:01:50] Ray is a new computing framework for AI/ML, may replace Spark, based on Python, can free people from PySpark.[00:03:49] Speaker has a MacBook M2 and prefers it over Windows. They enjoy stream-side streaming and wrote an article prompted by a question at work about a new technology claiming to be the

In this episode of Data Driven, Frank and Andy get back to the data engineering side of the equation by speaking with Saket Saurabh, CEO & co founder of Nexla. Nexla specializes in tools for automating data engineering processes.

Welcome to the grand premiere of Season 7 of the Data Driven Podcast! In this inaugural episode of our seventh season, Andy and Frank interview each other, announce their new project, and more!Now, let us start season 7 with the promise that our season 7 will be better than Game Of Thrones' Season 7. The north remembers, as you know.

On this episode of the Data Driven podcast, Frank and Andy interview Albert Castellana, Co-Founder and CEO at Yeager AI. Yeager as in Chuck Yeager and AI as in generative AI.Stay tuned for a fascinating discussion on the nature of NLP models, entrepreneurship, and good Barcelona coffee.Linkshttps://yeager.ai/https://www.linkedin.com/in/acastellana/https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhyFilesPS. I know that last week I said that show number 326 would be the last of season six. This just goes to show you that you cannot always trust what an AI tells you.-BAILeY

On today's episode of the Data Driven podcast, Frank and Andy interview Bryan DeBois, Director of Industrial AI at RoviSys. In the 90s, Andy worked extensively in this space. This is a great conversation and a fine way to close out season six.

In this episode, Frank interviews W. Curtis Preston on the Future of Backup Tech after getting nostalgic about T1 lines, tapes, and the Y2K bug.

On today's episode of the Data Driven podcast, Andy interviews Tommy Yionoulis, founder of Ops Analitica. As a former stand-up comic turned sass founder, he has extensive experience helping businesses become more efficient and profitable through process, accountability, and data.