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July 16, 2025 111 mins

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In this episode of The TechTual Talk, hosts HD and Cybershortieee chat with guest Kierra Dotson, the Data Conversationalist. They discuss TV show writing, data analytics, AI, cybersecurity scams, career pivots in tech, job scams, networking, and salary expectations. Kierra shares her journey in computer science and data, offers tips for breaking into data roles, and explores the importance of adaptability and continuous learning in the tech world. #data #ai #cloudengineering

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00:00 Introduction

03:10 College Journey and Challenges

05:40 Sociology Insights and Career Path

22:41 Importance of Internships

26:15 Understanding Data and Analytics

35:14 Discussing the FCC and Acronyms

39:10 Differences Between Data Analyst, Engineer, and Scientist

43:01 Exploring DevOps and Cloud Engineering

46:37 Debating the Need for Advanced Degrees in AI

49:26 Anthropic's Claude and AI Hallucinations

55:16 This or That: AI Edition

01:01:03 Understanding Kubernetes and Cloud Engineering

01:13:01 Kubernetes Pod Management and Scaling

01:13:37 Automating Docker Image Cleanup

01:14:40 Meetings and Collaboration in DevOps

01:15:17 Reflecting on Skills and Business Acumen

01:16:42 Social Media Presence and Engagement

01:18:13 Networking and Community in Tech

01:22:32 Hiring Practices and DEI in Tech

01:33:34 AI Regulation and Ethical Concerns

01:39:55 Career Opportunities in Data and AI

01:42:38 AI Influencers and Agents

01:49:56 Conclusion and Contact Information


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