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- Managing Your Tech Stack: Why Knowing Where Everything Is Matters, with Akhil Bhaskar (00:21:03)
Most organizations don't discover what they have until crisis strikes. Akhil Bhaskar makes the case for software catalogs, scaffolding templates, and the "undifferentiated heavy lifting" that enables teams to move fast without breaking things. When a major security vulnerability hits, how quickly can you answer "How exposed are we?" For most organizations, it's a scramble. For Akhil Bhaskar's team, it took two hours to assess and four hours to fix—even though the Log4j vulnerability affected...
- Data Integration: Connecting Business Systems, with Fethi Rabhi and Alan Hsiao (00:25:24)
In this conversation, Jon Scheele, Fethi Rabhi, and Alan Hsiao discuss the complexities of data integration, particularly in the context of e-invoicing. They explore the challenges faced by businesses in automating invoicing processes, the importance of standards like PEPPOL, and the limitations of current systems. The discussion also touches on the future of invoicing, automation, and the potential impact of AI and blockchain technology on business processes. Takeaways Data integration is ...
- The hidden cybersecurity risks in our personal devices, with Joseph Yap (00:33:31)
In this episode, we dive into the world of home automation and the hidden security risks that come with it. Join us as Joseph Yap, a cybersecurity expert, shares his journey from a personal interest in smart homes to uncovering alarming vulnerabilities in everyday devices. Discover how convenience often comes at the cost of security, and learn practical steps to protect your home network from potential threats. Tune in to understand why your smart fridge might be more than just a kitchen appl...
- AI's Role in Business Strategy and Customer Experience, with Keith Carter (00:24:57)
In this conversation, Jon Scheele and Keith Carter explore the transformative impact of AI on business strategies, customer experiences, and career development. They discuss how organizations can leverage AI to enhance customer service, anticipate market moves, and foster creativity. Keith emphasizes the importance of actionable intelligence and the human element in AI-driven interactions, while also addressing the need for individuals to adapt and innovate in their careers amidst rapid techn...
- Navigating the Future of API and AI Gateways, with Buu Lam (00:09:21)
In this conversation, Jon Scheele and Buu Lam discuss the evolving landscape of API and AI gateways, the importance of security in technology, and the need for human oversight in AI-driven processes. They explore the challenges posed by evolving security threats and the necessity for individuals to adapt and embrace change in their careers. This interview features Jon Scheele speaking with Buu Lam, who is the Director of Community Evangelism at F5, at F5's App World event in Singapore. Key ...
- Unlocking Innovation through Standards and Platforms, with Erik Wilde (00:11:05)
In this conversation, Jon Scheele interviews Erik Wilde about the OpenAPI Initiative and its significance in the tech industry. They discuss the evolution of the OpenAPI Specification, the role of standards in fostering innovation, and the importance of building on standardized models. Erik emphasizes the concept of platform thinking and how it can drive market development, as well as the need for scaling API practices to enhance organizational capabilities. The discussion highlights the futu...
- Navigating geographic expansion with Jed Ng, Founder at Angel School (00:10:05)
In this conversation, Jed Ng discusses his journey from tech operator to angel investor, sharing insights on investment strategies, geographic focus, and the challenges startups face in different markets. He emphasizes the importance of having a clear exit strategy, understanding cultural differences, and the necessity of building a local team for successful market expansion. The discussion also highlights the role of angel networks in fostering a diverse investment ecosystem and the need for...
- Putting GenAI to work in software development, with Uli Hitzel (00:29:38)
In this conversation, Jon Scheele and Uli Hitzel discuss the transformative impact of generative AI on the software development landscape. Uli shares his journey into AI, emphasizing the importance of understanding language and how to apply Generative AI tools in coding and productivity. They explore various tools available for software developers, the significance of team management in adopting these tools, and the role of AI throughout the system development life cycle, including testing an...
- DevOps Resilience and Observability, with Buu Lam (00:12:48)
In this conversation, Jon Scheele and F5's Community Evangelist, Buu Lam discuss key themes in DevOps resilience and observability. They explore the ongoing shift to multi-cloud strategies, the importance of ecosystem partnerships, and the challenges organizations face in integrating new technologies. The discussion also highlights the significance of resiliency and observability in cybersecurity, emphasizing the need for organizations to be aware of various signals and data points to make in...
- API Security is critical for Cybersecurity with Chuck Herrin (00:43:34)
In this conversation, Jon Scheele and F5's Field CISO Chuck Herrin discuss the critical importance of API security in today's digital landscape, where API traffic constitutes a significant portion of overall internet traffic. They explore the unique vulnerabilities associated with APIs, the relevance of OWASP's Top 10 for API security, and the evolving threat landscape that organizations face. The discussion emphasizes the need for visibility and discovery of APIs, the risks posed by third-pa...
- The goals and the reality of DevOps, with Nilesh Gule (00:17:21)
Summary In this conversation, Jon Scheele and Nilesh Gule explore the complexities and evolution of DevOps, emphasizing its role in enhancing collaboration between development and operations teams. They discuss the importance of agility, automation, and the integration of testing and security within the development lifecycle. The conversation also touches on organizational structures and how they impact the implementation of DevOps practices, as well as the evolution of DevOps into platform ...
- Debugging Kubernetes using AI with Nilesh Gule (00:25:22)
Summary In this conversation, Jon Scheele and Nilesh Gule discuss the critical role of automation in DevOps, particularly through the use of Kubernetes. They explore the benefits and challenges of Kubernetes, emphasizing the complexities involved in debugging and managing Kubernetes clusters. Nilesh introduces K8sGPT, a generative AI tool designed to assist in diagnosing and resolving issues within Kubernetes environments. The discussion also touches on the future of Kubernetes management, h...
- Building Trustable AI: Navigating Governance, Documentation, and Human Judgment with Koo Ping Shung (00:23:57)
In this episode of the API Connections Podcast, Jon Scheele continues his deep dive into the complexities of AI governance with data scientist Koo Ping Shung. Following their discussion on AI bias and transparency, they explore the challenges organizations face in implementing robust data practices and the pivotal role of documentation in AI governance. Koo emphasizes the need for building trustable AI, arguing that trust, rather than strict adherence to governance or ethics alone, is the key...
- AI Governance for Trustable AI, with Koo Ping Shung, Part 1 (00:26:45)
This conversation between Jon Scheele and data scientist Koo Ping Shung is broken into two parts. In part one, we discuss the complexities of AI governance and the need for expertise across several disciplines to make it effective. We discuss bias in AI and the importance of transparency and a review mechanism to address that bias. And we discuss how it's up to all of us to gain AI literacy, so that we can ensure that AI works for us rather than against us. So enjoy part one. The conversatio...
- Adopting the Open Gateway APIs, with Alex Szomora, Senior Go-To-Market Project Manager at GSMA (00:28:40)
The conversation discusses the Open Gateway Initiative by GSMA, which aims to enhance interoperability between telecommunications carriers through the use of APIs. Alex Szomora, the Senior Go-To-Market Project Manager for GSMA's Open Gateway Initiative, shares her career path and how she came to be in her current position. The conversation also covers the objectives of the Open Gateway Initiative and the related Camara project under the Linux Foundation. The challenges and opportunities in ad...
- What VCs look for in API startups, with Chris Birrell, Managing Partner at Func Ventures (00:25:54)
Chris Birrell, an investor specializing in API startups, shares his insights on what he looks for before investing in API-enabled services. He discusses his background in computer science and his experience in the tech industry, which led him to become an investor. Chris introduces the 'SUPERIOR' Framework that he uses to evaluate API startups, focusing on attributes such as solving difficult problems, uncovering unique solutions, and pathways to profitability and exit. He also highlights the...
- India's Open Banking and API Product Management, with Abhijit Dey (00:35:23)
In this conversation, Jon Scheele interviews Abhijit Dey, VP of API Banking at Axis Bank, about Open Banking and Embedded Finance in India. They discuss the growth of Open Banking in India, the role of APIs in the banking industry, and the impact of digital transformation on customer experience. Abhijit shares his insights on the future of Open Banking, the importance of API governance, and the skills required to be an API Product Manager. Keywords open banking, embedded finance, India, APIs...
- The Interconnection of AI and APIs with Aki Ranin (00:29:28)
Aki Ranin, co-founder of Bambu, and currently CTO of Goldberry Wealth, discusses the interconnection between AI and APIs. He shares his journey in the AI data science space and explains how AI and APIs are intricately linked. Aki highlights the potential of large language models and AI agents in transforming industries and making AI-assisted tasks more efficient. He also discusses the challenges of discoverability and the importance of metadata in making information accessible to AI agents. A...