In today's technological landscape, the synergy between Cloud Native technologies and Artificial Intelligence (AI) opens the stage to a myriad of unexplored challenges and opportunities. Dynamic, always-on and highly scalable infrastructures, typical of the Cloud Native paradigm, seamlessly integrate with AI's need to rapidly prototype solutions and access vast computational resources. The convergence of these two worlds has exposed some gaps in the Cloud Native ecosystem that need to be addressed. At the same time, AI opens numerous opportunities for innovation that are yet to be explored. This talk will delve into the Cloud Native Artificial Intelligence (CNAI) paradigm as a holistic approach to unlocking the full potential of the cloud in managing AI workloads and aim to anticipate the growth opportunities that lie ahead for the Cloud Native world.
Graziano is a software engineer and passionate about agile development and product management. Formerly a developer of distributed systems in enterprise environments and a product manager, he focuses on sharing the myriad beauties of the cloud-native world. Active in international... Read More →
Rob Harding, Pax8, Director of AWS Technical Strategy Logan McRae, Pax8, Sr. Manager of Cloud Generation
Join Rob Harding, Pax8 Director of AWS Technical Strategy, and Logan McRae, Pax8 Sr. Manager of Cloud Generation, as they provide valuable insights into how becoming part of the AWS Partner Network (APN) can unlock new opportunities by leveraging the Pax8 Marketplace. Pax8 serves as a trusted resource for AWS programs, funding access, solution consultants and more -- empowering you to grow your business, increase efficiencies, and reduce risk. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn practical strategies for leveraging these resources and maximizing your AWS investment.
Collin Pike, Point of Rental Software, Chief Architect and Head of Cloud Engineering
In the ever-evolving landscape of cloud technology, it's easy to get caught up in the race for the latest and greatest innovations. However, true success lies not in mirroring the giants but in strategically enhancing your products to meet your customers' needs effectively. This session, "You Don't Need to be Apple: Innovate Small. Modernize Big.," delves into the importance of prioritizing improvements in ease of deployment, scalability, and usability over the pursuit of cutting-edge technology in every aspect of your platform.
This session will explore the pitfalls of blindly chasing the latest trends and the benefits of focusing on merging those trends into incremental innovation. Attendees will gain valuable insights into:
- Understanding Customer Needs as an Engineer: Discover why understanding your customers' pain points and addressing them through incremental improvements is key to long-term success.
- Prioritizing Usability and Scalability: Learn how prioritizing ease of deployment and scalability can lead to greater customer satisfaction and retention, even without the flashiest features.
- Balancing Innovation with Practicality: Explore strategies for striking the right balance between innovation and practicality, ensuring that your cloud products remain relevant and competitive without overextending your resources.
- Case Studies and Best Practices: Dive into real-world case studies and best practices from companies that have successfully modernized their cloud products by focusing on incremental innovation and customer-centric improvements.
Whether you're a startup looking to establish a foothold in the market or a seasoned player aiming to stay ahead of the curve, "You Don't Need to be Apple: Innovate Small. Modernize Big." will equip you with the insights and strategies needed to thrive in today's rapidly evolving cloud ecosystem. Discover how prioritizing the right kind of innovation can propel your cloud products to new heights of success.
Chief Architect and Head of Cloud Engineering, Point of Rental Software
With expertise in IT infrastructure, cloud solutions, and cybersecurity, Collin specializes in designing secure, scalable cloud architectures and leading high-impact teams towards achieving compliance with top industry standards. He actively contributes to technology and security... Read More →
