The Real Measure of Success in Platform Engineering | MassDriver CEO Cory O'Daniel
The Real Measure of Success in Platform Engineering | MassDriver CEO Cory O'Daniel
And why Gen AI tools significantly boost dev productivity.
It’s time we recognize the idea of a ‘Golden Path’ is unrealistic.
In this episode of Dev Interrupted, host Dan Lines is joined by Cory O'Daniel, CEO of MassDriver, to discuss Cory’s provocative article 'DevOps is Bullshit'.
Together they discuss why many organizations struggle with DevOps implementation, the impact of cloud technology on traditional operations, and how internal developer platforms are reshaping the industry.
“DevOps is Bullshit.”
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2. Gen AI tools can significantly boost developer productivity
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4. That platform that was promised ▶️
This week’s guest on the podcast declared, “DevOps is bullshit.”
Kaspar von Grünberg, CEO at Humanitec, joined us last year on the podcast to declare, “DevOps is dead.” We’re not sure if Cory and Kaspar are friends (if not, they’re a match made in heaven), but we do know both are great interviews.
Hit play on Kaspar’s episode ⏬