In this special episode from AWS re:Invent 2024, Jon Myer sits down with AWS Chief Evangelist Jeff Barr to discuss his incredible 20-year journey writing the AWS Blog. Jeff shares insights about starting the technical blog in 2004, his commitment to accuracy and authenticity, and his exciting plans for the future. Learn about Jeff's impact on the AWS community, his experience at re:Invent, and the promise of purple hair that might signal his eventual retirement. Key Takeaways: 🌟 Started AWS Blog in 2004 - 3,300+ posts later 📝 Transitioning to deeper technical content in 2024 💜 Watch for purple hair - it signals retirement! 🤝 Values community connections at re:Invent 🔨 Plans to return to hands-on building 🎯 Always tests services before writing ⚡ Prefers live content over recorded sessions 🤳 Loves meeting AWS community at events Timeline: 0:00 - Introduction and welcome 0:28 - Jeff's purple hair retirement promise 0:45 - Discussion about enjoying technical evangelism 1:30 - Impact of AWS blogs on developers 2:03 - History of AWS Blog starting in 2004 3:02 - Evolution of technical blogging 4:08 - Jeff's approach to authenticity in writing 7:01 - Commitment to testing services personally 8:18 - Discussion about 20 years of blogging 9:04 - Future plans and "back to builder" moment 10:42 - Exploring new focus areas 13:28 - Live vs recorded content preference 14:29 - Working with released services 16:32 - Re:Invent preparation and work-life balance 17:35 - Favorite aspects of re:Invent 19:51 - The expo and community experience 20:32 - Social media impact and selfies 21:17 - Closing thoughts and future possibilities 22:09 - Wrap-up 🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1 📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyer Website: https://jonmyer.com LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSF Like my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k #aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization

Join Michael Levan and Mark from Codiac for an in-depth discussion about the evolution of proprietary software and how modern solutions are breaking down traditional barriers. Learn how Codiac's approach to platform engineering is revolutionizing the way organizations handle multi-cloud deployments and discover why centralized, decentralized orchestration might be the future of cloud computing. Key Takeaways: 🔄 Evolution from traditional proprietary systems to modern interoperable solutions 🚀 Codiac's innovative approach to platform engineering 🌐 Centralized configuration with decentralized deployment capabilities 🔧 Simplified multi-cloud management strategies 🎯 Real-world applications across different workload types 💡 Future of cloud infrastructure management 🛠️ Breaking down traditional deployment barriers Timeline: 0:00 - Introduction and setup 2:07 - Historical context of proprietary software 3:16 - Evolution of cloud provider integration 4:10 - Modern layered architecture discussion 6:20 - Terraform providers and API limitations 8:12 - HashiCorp Terraform Cloud insights 10:35 - Kubernetes configuration management 13:41 - Platform engineering challenges 15:33 - GPU workload considerations 17:38 - Codiac's architectural approach 19:05 - Cloud provider differences 21:10 - Future of cloud infrastructure 22:29 - Closing thoughts and contacts Essential viewing for cloud architects, platform engineers, and technology leaders looking to understand the future of cloud infrastructure management and deployment strategies. 🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1 📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyer Website: https://jonmyer.com LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSF Like my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k #aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization

Join Jon Myer and CloudSmart's GM Tre Vance for an in-depth discussion about marketplace-led growth strategies and maximizing AWS Marketplace success. Learn how CloudSmart Insights is helping partners optimize their marketplace presence, drive customer acquisition, and leverage data-driven insights for better business outcomes. Plus, discover the power of AWS Marketplace integration and how it's revolutionizing software procurement. Key Takeaways: 📊 Comprehensive marketplace analytics with 75+ KPIs 🚀 Strategic approach to AWS Marketplace success 💡 Simplified procurement through AWS integration 📈 Data-driven insights for business growth 🔄 Automated offer campaigns and management 🎯 Enhanced customer acquisition strategies 💪 Robust partner program alignment Timeline: 0:00 - Introduction and welcome 0:20 - Trey's role at CloudSmart 0:57 - AWS Marketplace overview 2:31 - Traditional vs marketplace sales comparison 4:02 - Value proposition for customers 5:52 - CloudSmart Insights dashboard features 7:30 - AWS commitment benefits 8:47 - Partner program alignment 10:01 - Product feature leverage 11:30 - Key metrics and analytics 13:14 - Dashboard visualization capabilities 14:21 - Product onboarding optimization 15:40 - The LEGO analogy 17:21 - Getting started with CloudSmart 19:37 - Validated Path solution 21:13 - Closing thoughts A must-watch for organizations looking to optimize their AWS Marketplace presence and drive business growth through marketplace-led strategies. 🔔 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the notification 🔔 ✔ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/jonmyer/?sub_confirmation=1 📱 Social Media Twitter: https://twitter.com/_JonMyer Website: https://jonmyer.com LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-myer/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wjJzdIwctq4o4pTXM2KSF Like my sounds? Here's my audio source: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/fj9o9k #aws #awscloud #podcast #podcasting #costoptimization #finops #cloudcost #cloudoptimization