DevOps Paradox

#314: Geoffrey Huck joins Darin and Viktor to discuss the ins and outs of building a speaking career, starting from small meetups and leading up to major conferences. He shares his personal experiences, tips on overcoming fear of public speaking, and the importance of community engagement in the developer industry. Geoffrey emphasizes the need to keep slides minimal and engaging, and highlights the benefits of starting with small p...

#313: In this episode, Darin shares his recent experiences using AI tools Cursor and Claude Code to improve and refactor Jenkins plugins. After receiving a recommendation to try out Cursor for code improvements, he tests it alongside Claude Code, comparing their functionalities and effectiveness. He describes his process and observations, noting that both tools helped identify performance improvements in the code. While Cursor prov...

#312: In this episode, the discussion focuses on the complexities and strategic considerations of migrating from VMWare to platforms like KubeVirt and OpenStack. Kevin Jackson, Director of Product Management at Trilio, joins the discussion to share insights on the challenges, benefits, and operational implications of such migrations. Topics include the intricacies of managing virtualization and cloud environments, the potential pit...

#311: In this episode, Viktor and Darin delve into the transformative impact of AI on project development. Viktor discusses how AI tools like Claude Code and Taskmaster have significantly reduced the time required for project development, bringing it down from a month to just a few days. They explore the components of AI-driven development, such as LLMs, agents, and MCP servers, and the roles they play. Viktor shares his personal e...

#310: In this episode, Darin and Viktor sit down with Tim Beattie, co-founder and CEO of Stellafai, to chat about the myths and realities of DevOps and Agile in today's workplaces. They dive into how DevOps and Agile should be seen more as philosophies rather than just titles on a business card. Tim shares his take on why roles like DevOps Engineer can actually create more silos and how the real goal should be about breaking down t...

#309: In this episode, Darin and Viktor discuss their personal experiences and insights related to the rapid advancements in AI technology, particularly focused on AI agents like GitHub Copilot, Cursor, and Claude Code. They examine the paradigm shift in development practices due to these technologies, providing a critical evaluation of their effectiveness and efficiency. The conversation delves into the role of agents, how they op...

#308: In this episode, hosts Darin and Viktor are joined by guest Ricardo Castro to delve into the complexities and misconceptions surrounding Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Deployment (CD). The discussion begins with Ricardo's insights from a previous talk on the overestimation of automated systems in CI/CD and transitions into a broader conversation about the true essence of CI/CD practices. Key points include the cri...

#307: In this episode, Darin and Viktor discuss a blog post from Fairwinds about Kubernetes in 2025. Key topics include the ongoing rise in Kubernetes and Docker adoption, the future of container use, Kubernetes use cases, developer sentiment towards Kubernetes, and predictions on container management, multi-cloud strategies, and the role of AI in DevOps. They also touch on the importance of resource optimization over purely cost o...

#306: In this episode of DevOps Paradox, we delve into the role of GraphQL in modern APIs with guest Sophia Willows from Rye. They discuss the pros and cons of using GraphQL versus REST and gRPC, highlighting the efficiencies and complexities each brings to API development, especially in developer tools. They tackle common misconceptions and usage pitfalls of GraphQL, offering valuable insights into its optimal application. Sophia ...

#305: In this brief and emotional update, Darin addresses the hiatus in the show following the passing of his wife, Valorie, on March 19th, 2025. He announces that new episodes will resume on July 9th, 2025, and thanks the audience for their patience and support during this difficult period. Darin also highlights the nonprofit organization Father's House, encouraging listeners to donate in lieu of other support.

Valorie Pope obitua...

#304: As we continue to navigate the complexities of modern work environments, the debate surrounding remote work versus in-office setups remains a hot topic. Companies are constantly reevaluating their strategies when it comes to talent retention, with the return to office being a significant point of discussion.

On one hand, working in an office provides the opportunity for direct human interaction. This option can be particularl...

#303: In today's digital realm, command-line interfaces (CLI) are lifelines for developers, embodying the efficiency and power required to manage complex tasks.

The goal in designing a CLI is not to overwhelm users with command intricacies but to allow them to navigate operations seamlessly and intuitively.

In this episode, we speak with Wesley Beary, a founding engineer at Anchor, about their journey of developing a robust CLI for...

#302: As individuals, engineers may feel that the day-to-day tasks and projects they undertake are not life-changing. After all, if an engineer has an off day, it doesn't mean they're suddenly out of the job market. However, when we look at the larger picture from a business standpoint, the stakes are significantly higher.

Companies that choose to ignore or delay engaging with emerging technologies might find themselves in precario...

#301: How many applications are in your organization that need to be kept up to date? More than likely, that number is every application needs to be kept up to date, if for no other reason than to keep your security teams happy. It gets even worse if you have 10s, 100s or even 1000s of applications. How do you make this manageable?

In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan Schneider from Moderne to discuss OpenRewrite, a large-sca...

#300: Innovation and technology are constantly shifting the landscape of various industries, and the rise of AI is no exception. The term "AI Native Engineer" is becoming more prevalent. This shift denotes not just an evolution in the technological tools at our disposal but a transformation in how engineers engage with these tools to enhance productivity and innovation.

In this episode, our friend Patrick Debois joins us to talk ab...

#299: The ability to efficiently manage and analyze data is crucial in today's rapidly evolving tech landscape. One innovative solution that addresses this need is ModelKit. ModelKits are built on existing standards, ensuring compatibility with the tools your data scientists and developers already use.

In this episode, Darin and Viktor speak with Gorkem Ercan, CTO at Jozu, about KitOps, the open source DevOps project built to stand...

#298: Throughout numerous conferences, experts have often proclaimed that choosing the right culture is paramount over the selection of tools. However, it’s an oversimplification to deem one right over the other. Tools and culture share a symbiotic relationship, each influencing and reshaping the other.

In this episode, Darin and Viktor try to settle this debate.

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#297: In today's digital landscape, ensuring secure and efficient access to systems is crucial. Authorization plays a vital role in granting the right access levels — but how can businesses implement it effectively?

In this episode, we speak with Alex Olivier, co-founder & CPO at Cerbos, about how Cerbos presents an adaptable solution that streamlines access control and governance by externalizing authorization logic and focusing o...

#296: As we step into 2025, the tech landscape is marked by a myriad of opportunities and challenges, with artificial intelligence taking center stage. While AI is firmly entrenched in our daily lives, other technological advances and industry trends also demand our attention.

In this episode, Darin and Viktor make their tech predictions for 2025.

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