Ardan Labs Podcast

In this episode, Mary Moore-Simmons, VP of Engineering at Keebo, shares her journey from early tech interests to leadership roles at SendGrid, GitHub, and Keebo. She discusses navigating career transitions, the value of mentorship, and her passion for building innovative developer tools and empowering teams. 00:00 Introduction 07:48 First Memory of a Computer 10:30 Interest in Languages 16:00 Highschool / College 23:00 Engineering in University  27:40 Joining the Work Force 38:05 First Job in Software 48:00 Project Management  54:00 Working in DevOps 1:05:30 Working in Crypto/Blockchain 1:14:00 Leadership Aspirations  1:20:00 Team Dynamics 1:32:00 AI Tooling 1:42:00 Contact Info  Connect with Mary:  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mmooresimmons/ Mentioned in this Episode: Keebo: https://keebo.ai SendGrid: https://sendgrid.com/en-us Github: https://github.com Want more from Ardan Labs? You can learn Go, Kubernetes, Docker & more through our video training, live events, or through our blog! Online Courses : https://ardanlabs.com/education/  Live Events : https://www.ardanlabs.com/live-training-events/  Blog : https://www.ardanlabs.com/blog  Github : https://github.com/ardanlabs

In this episode, Ali Hafizji, founder of Wednesday, shares insights into his unique approach to product engineering through a sprint model that emphasizes outcomes over time. He discusses the importance of Agile methodology in adapting to change, the dynamics of client relationships, and the challenges of communication across time zones. He discusses the importance of embracing AI in product development and emphasizes the lessons learned from his experiences. 00:00 Introduction 00:40 What is Ali Doing Today? 04:30 Selling Sprints 16:00 Success as a Company 19:00 Timezone Challenges 21:30 First Memory of a Computer 27:30 Moving from Dubai to India 30:00 Entering University 37:30 Internships 44:00 Building Mobile Games 53:00 Entering Consulting 57:00 Scaling a Business 1:19:00 Starting Wednesday 1:25:00 AI Tooling 1:33:00 Contact Info Connect with Ali:  Linkedin: https://in.linkedin.com/in/alihafizji X: https://x.com/ali_hafizji?lang=en Mentioned in this Episode: Wednesday: https://www.wednesday.is/  Want more from Ardan Labs? You can learn Go, Kubernetes, Docker & more through our video training, live events, or through our blog! Online Courses : https://ardanlabs.com/education/  Live Events : https://www.ardanlabs.com/live-training-events/  Blog : https://www.ardanlabs.com/blog  Github : https://github.com/ardanlabs

In this engaging conversation, Ryan Henrich shares his journey in the cybersecurity field, discussing his current role at RapDev, the evolution of cybersecurity careers, and his early experiences with hacking. He reflects on his high school years, his passion for music, and the impact of technology on learning. The discussion also dives into the challenges faced in early career roles, the importance of problem-solving, and the lessons learned from mistakes.  00:00 Introduction 00:30 What is Ryan Doing Today? 09:30 First Memory of a Computer 12:00 Highschool Interests / Stories 20:00 Searching for Information 30:00 Entering University 38:00 Skill in Music 42:30 First Security Job 55:00 Lessons Learned 1:02:00 Entering the Cloud 1:19:00 Why Buy Security 1:30:00 Staying Relevant 1:34:40 Contact Info Connect with Ryan:  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanhenrich [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanhenrich] Email: ryan.henrich@rapdev.io Mentioned in this Episode: RapDev: https://www.rapdev.io/ Datadog: https://www.datadoghq.com/ ServiceNow: https://www.servicenow.com/ Want more from Ardan Labs? You can learn Go, Kubernetes, Docker & more through our video training, live events, or through our blog! Online Courses : https://ardanlabs.com/education/  Live Events : https://www.ardanlabs.com/live-training-events/  Blog : https://www.ardanlabs.com/blog  Github : https://github.com/ardanlabs

In this engaging conversation, Bill Kennedy interviews Peter Kelly, VP of Engineering at Tigera, exploring his journey from early experiences with technology to his current role in the tech industry. They discuss the impact of education, sports, and family background on Peter's career path, as well as the challenges faced by young people today in navigating their futures. The conversation also delves into hiring practices and the importance of personal connections in the recruitment process. 00:00 Introduction 01:00 What is Peter Doing Today? O4:20 First Memory of a Computer 9:30 Family Background 12:00 Secondary School 19:00 Passion for Soccer 24:00 Interviewing and Hiring 31:00 Entering University  40:30 Work Experience  54:00 AI Tooling  01:07:00 First Go Experience 1:14:00 Beginning of Tigera 1:37:30 Contact Info Connect with Peter:  Linkedin: https://ie.linkedin.com/in/peterkellyonline Mentioned in this Episode: Tigera: https://www.tigera.io/ Want more from Ardan Labs? You can learn Go, Kubernetes, Docker & more through our video training, live events, or through our blog! Online Courses : https://ardanlabs.com/education/  Live Events : https://www.ardanlabs.com/live-training-events/  Blog : https://www.ardanlabs.com/blog  Github : https://github.com/ardanlabs

In this episode we interview Santosh Kaveti, CEO of ProArch, about his journey from India to Atlanta, his educational background, and his career in technology. Santosh shares insights into his family life, early education, and the challenges he faced along the way. He discusses his passion for mathematics and how it influenced his career choices, ultimately leading him to the field of software engineering and digital infrastructure. 00:00 Introduction 00:20 What is Santosh Doing Today? 06:00 First Memory of a Computer 09:00 Early Interests / Education 20:00 Moving to Utah 24:00 Pursuing a Masters 32:00 First Programming Job 42:00 Deciding to Start a Company 53:00 Formulating Strategy 58:00 Acquiring Companies / Expansion 1:20:00 Finding Clients While Growing 1:25:00 Contact Info Connect with Santosh:  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/santoshkaveti X: https://x.com/santoshkaveti Mentioned in this Episode: ProArch: https://www.proarch.com Want more from Ardan Labs? You can learn Go, Kubernetes, Docker & more through our video training, live events, or through our blog! Online Courses : https://ardanlabs.com/education/  Live Events : https://www.ardanlabs.com/live-training-events/  Blog : https://www.ardanlabs.com/blog  Github : https://github.com/ardanlabs