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CloudTech Talks – Your Go-To Cloud Podcast.
CloudTech Talks is the podcast where we explore all things related to cloud technology. Join us as we delve into the latest developments and trends in the cloud, including cloud FinOps, cloud security, cloud migration strategies, and more. Each episode features cloud prodigies as guests from the industry, who share their insights, experiences, and practical tips to help you navigate the complexities of the cloud. We’ll also discuss real-world use cases and success stories, highlighting how businesses leverage the cloud’s power to transform their operations and drive innovation. Whether you’re a cloud engineer, a business leader, or simply curious about the cloud, CloudTech Talks has something for you. So, tune in, subscribe, and join us on this exciting journey into cloud technology.
Listen to the trending topic on Agentic AI to stay abreast in the industry.
In this episode, Ilyas, Senior Technical Program Manager from Microsoft will be covering some of the key aspects on the topic,
What is Agentic AI and how is it different from the traditional models?
How is Agentic AI revolutionizing the cloud?
Real-world examples of Agentic AI systems solving cloud infrastructure challenges.
Goutam, Director of Engineering, Ascendion is continuing on the topic.
Key takeaways in this episode:-
Real-world use cases where FOCUS has significantly streamlined FinOps processes
The learning curve for practitioners new to FOCUS and the resources available
Listen to Goutam Mukherjee, Director of Engineering, Ascendion answering some of the key questions on the topic – “The Role of FOCUS in cloud finops evolution”. At the end, you’ll understand,
What is FOCUS, and why was it created by the FinOps Foundation?
What are the benefits of FOCUS adoption to the stakeholders (Consumers, Vendors, CSPs)?
What are the main components of the FOCUS specification, such as metrics, and datasets?
Part 2 on “How Platform Engineering Reduces Cognitive Load”, featuring Shannon Eldridge Kuehn hosted by Sindhu Priya Dhanabalan is now ready to listen to!
Key takeaways:
We had Shannon Eldridge Kuehn, Cloud Engineering Lead at AHEAD as our guest hosted by Sindhu Priya Dhanabalan. Shannon added intriguing insights on topic – “Streamlining Developer Focus: How Platform Engineering Reduces Cognitive Load”
Key takeaways include,
In this episode, we continue our exploration of empowering Cloud FinOps professionals with Dustin Mullenix, Director of Cloud FinOps at KPMG.
Tune in to discover:
Where Cloud FinOps practitioners fit into the overall cloud FinOps journey.
Mullenix’s expert advice for companies just starting with Cloud FinOps and those already on their way, including strategies for improvement and success.
In this episode, we’re joined by Dustin Mullenix, Director of Cloud FinOps at KPMG, as he addresses essential questions like:
How can you identify the right Cloud FinOps professionals?
How important are negotiation skills for Cloud FinOps practitioners?
What role has gamification played in enhancing FinOps at KPMG?
Is it more effective to train finance professionals in Cloud FinOps or to equip tech experts with FinOps skills?
Mirhaz continues in this epsiode on,
His experience in successful product and cloud finOps alignment
His take on future of product alignement with cloud finops
In this episode, Mirhaz Pradhan, Cloud FinOps Lead from Direct Line Group addresses,
What are the key values of product management, and how do they intersect with FinOps
How can product managers balance customer focus with cost efficiency while aligning with FinOps?
What challenges arise in aligning product goals with FinOps?Listen to the full episode now.
Choo Yang Tan, Cloud FinOps Program Manager at Araza, in this episode will address several key questions, including:
Finance to Cloud finops – How the shift is helping?
What are the best practices for RDS, EC2 and S3 optimization?
What quick fixes can deliver immediate Cloud FinOps results?
Is cloud repatriation becoming more intense?
FinOps for GenAI or GenAI for FinOps—which comes first?
Manpreet covers in this episode,
Right time to begin GreenOps practices
GreenOps and FinOps – the correlation
Future of GreenOps
In this enlightening episode, we explore the emerging concept of GreenOps, a blend of sustainability and operational excellence in cloud services. Manpreet Singh, Senior Principal Infrastructure Engineer at Mphasis, joins us to detail:
The definition of GreenOps
Common misconceptions surrounding GreenOps
Know more on cloud finops in public sector from Arvind Sashtry. In this episode, he continues on,
Top 3 challenges in cloud cost optimization for public sector organizations
His success story
Future of cloud finops for public sector organizations
Listening to this episode featuring Arvind Shastry, FinOps Manager, Transport for NSW, will make you understand,
Primary goals of implementing cloud finops in NSW transport
Ideal ways to reduce cloud waste in public sector organisations
Listen to our expert guest Rajesh Natesan, Cloud Consultant sharing,
Typical cloud cost optimization issues in IT Services industry
Key priorities for effective cloud cost optimization
Rate Vs Usage – What deserves priority?
Integrated view of managing both on-prem and cloud
Shift left finops – Rajesh’s take
Finops for GenAI and GenAI for FinOps
Ever thought of switching from non-technical background to cloud finops and worried about the success? Hear it from Donal Bourke who has proved it already. This discussion covers,
– Donal’s fascinating journey from finance to cloud
– How non-technical professionals can offer unique perspectives to the cloud conversation
– Impact of macro-economic trends on cloud spending accountability and the rising phenomenon of cloud repatriation
– Top 3 tips for acing the FinOps certification exams
Hear what Erol Kavas has to say in Part 2 of “Strategies for multi-cloud cost optimization”.
This episode covers,
– Real world examples of successful multi-cloud cost optimization,
– Serverless computing, Edge computing, AI-driven cloud computing – Erol’s take
Check out on this insightful episode on multi-cloud cost optimization featuring Erol kavas, Director, EPAM Systems. He addressed,
Key drivers behind rapid multi-cloud adoption
Challenges in multi-cloud cost optimization
Importance of centralized cost managment and governance policy
Effectiveness of resource tagging and organization
Implement Cloud FinOps with a touch of Gamification.
Listen to the full episode hosted by Sindhu Priya Dhanabalan where Brian McCumber, a cloud finops leader, shares his thoughts on,
– Challenges in motivating Engineers to take meaningful action
– A case-study on gamification for finops
– A brief on his recent book – “Gamification – How to host a finops hackathon?”
Pankaj Bajaj, Certified FinOps Professional from HashiCorp in this episode briefs about,
Dont miss Part – 2 of “How to embrace cloud in 2024?” featuring Arvind Purushothaman from EY. You’ll hear in this episode,
Contributions businesses make towards fostering sustainable cloud practices adoption
Recommendations for businesses to get the best out of their efforts on cloud
Top 3 approaches business should avoid in 2024 on their cloud.
Research areas in cloud companies should invest in 2024
How prepared is your cloud this year?
Hear the top actionable tactics to embrace the cloud effectively from Arvind Purushothaman, Cloud Leader from EY.
This episode holds,
Major cloud trends to expect in 2024
Best ways to optimize cloud expenses this year
Madhu Kumar and Kelly is back with the intriguing topic. You’ll understand from this episode,
Listen to thought provoking insights from Kelly Looney, SVP of Engineering, Tide.co on,
Here comes the other episode with David Linthicum.
This fireside chat Part 2 between Madhu Kumar, Founder & CEO – Amadis and David Linthicum covers,
What the enterprises should choose NOT to do in the upcoming 2 to 3 years?
David’s views on the young talent’s urge to learn the new technologies skipping the fundamental engineering concepts?
Are you updated on the recent cloud trends? Hear from one of the most trusted “Cloud Visionary” himself – David Linthicum
This fireside chat between Madhu Kumar, Founder & CEO – Amadis and David Linthicum covers,
Views on cloud adoption rate in next 3 to 5 years
What’s happening in the industry cloud and where are we now?
Cloud native migration trends in the next five years
Back with Part 2 of “Unpacking the Evolution of AI in Cloud Services” with Janakiram MSV on CloudTech Talks- Your Go-To Cloud Podcast.
This episode covers,
– Latest strategies of hyperscalers on AI
– A sneak peek of the book by Janakiram MSV – “Mastering Generative AI with Open AI” on Kodecloud.
Listen to Janakiram MSV as he unleashes all the recent strategies of the hyperscalers like Azure, AWS and GCP towards AI. Some of the key discussion points are,
Why the hyperscalers want to invest in AI?
What are the key differences between conventional AI models and foundational models?
Listen to Yugesh Deshpande‘s strategies for seamless cloud migration. You’ll hear in this episode,
Listen to what the cybersecurity expert and a thought leader, ABHISHEK BANSAL has to say about ZTA architecture principles and how it can maximize your cloud ROI.
This episode covers,
Ready for more insights on optimizing your Kubernetes costs? Tune in to our latest episode, “Kubernetes Cost Optimization Part 2,” back again with Govardhan.
In this episode, you’ll hear.
Are you navigating the complex world of Kubernetes Cost Management? Dive in to this episode our guest Govardhana Miriyala Kannaiah discuss the nuances of optimizing your Kubernetes expenses.
This episode covers,
Don’t miss the continuation of Episode 6.
This episode focuses on,
Listen to this hot panel discussion of seasoned cloud experts – Abhishek Bansal (IAM Leader & Cloud Security Specialist), Arun Dhanaraj (VP of Cloud Practices, Global Bank), discussing the indispensable parts of successful Cloud Operations hosted by Madhu Kumar (Founder & CEO – Amadis Technologies). While there are many, this episode focuses on Security and WAF.
Check out this episode where Chetan Walia – Cloud Consulting & Director, Tech Mahindra, explained in detail about,
This episode will help you understand how to make your cloud cost optimization process faster and more effective. Hear it from the expert himself – Madhu Kumar. You’ll get to know,
Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how by embracing Cloud FinOps, organizations can drive innovation enhance operational efficiency, and achieve financial transparency in their cloud journey. This episode covers,
Catch up with the more strategic practices explained by Sitanshu Upadhyay to make your cloud cost-effective. This episode is a continuation of Is the cloud really cost-effective? (Part 1). Listen to this after completing it for better understanding.
Join us as we dive into the pros and cons of cloud computing with Sitanshu Upadhyay (Manager – Cloud Strategy & Migration, Deloitte), and unpack the hidden costs and potential savings that come with migrating to the cloud. Whether you’re considering moving to the cloud or optimizing your existing cloud infrastructure, this episode is a must-listen!
Are you a cloud practitioner looking for tips to draft an efficient cloud budget for 2023? This episode is just for you. Listen to the expert insights to kickstart your financial year and optimize your cloud budget.
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