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Welcome to The DevOps Toolchain Show – your go-to podcast for mastering the evolving world of DevOps! Previously known as The TestGuild Performance and SRE Podcast, we dive deep into the latest trends, must-know tools, and cutting-edge techniques shaping modern software delivery. Join industry experts, engineers, and thought leaders as we uncover insights on automation, performance testing, security, CI/CD, AI in DevOps, and everything in between. Whether you're a DevOps practitioner, SRE, or testing professional, this show equips you with actionable knowledge to optimize your workflow and stay ahead in an ever-changing tech world. We got you covered!
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Welcome to The DevOps Toolchain Show – your go-to podcast for mastering the evolving world of DevOps! Previously known as The TestGuild Performance and SRE Podcast, we dive deep into the latest trends, must-know tools, and cutting-edge techniques shaping modern software delivery. Join industry experts, engineers, and thought leaders as we uncover insights on automation, performance testing, security, CI/CD, AI in DevOps, and everything in between. Whether you're a DevOps practitioner, SRE, or testing professional, this show equips you with actionable knowledge to optimize your workflow and stay ahead in an ever-changing tech world. We got you covered!
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1 How to Grow your Career in Cybersecurity with Grant McCracken 33:10
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn today's episode, we discuss cybersecurity with Grant McCracken, a seasoned expert with over 13 years of experience in ethical hacking and executive-level cybersecurity roles. As the founder of Dark Horse Security, Grant shares his journey into the field, practical advice for aspiring ethical hackers, and actionable tips for organizations navigating the challenges of security in the AI era. From hands-on learning resources like Hack the Box and bug bounty programs to the real risks and rewards of using AI-generated code, Grant demystifies the realities of modern security threats. He also offers a peek into the social engineering tactics at events like DEFCON, explains why having a vulnerability disclosure program is crucial, and reveals how even small companies can build stronger defenses. Whether you're just dipping your toes into cybersecurity, managing DevOps security at your company, or curious about how AI is reshaping the security landscape, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss. Tune in to hear why effective communication may be the most powerful security skill of all—and get tips you can put to work right away in your DevOps journey. Try out Insight Hub free for 14 days now: https://testguild.me/insighthub . No credit card required.…
1 Aligning DevOps Teams for API Quality with Temil Sanchez 24:44
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWelcome back to the DevOps Toolchain podcast! In this episode, host Joe Colantonio is joined by Temil Sanchez, a Product Manager at SmartBear, for a deep dive into how quality truly becomes a team effort—especially when aligning development, QA, and product teams within agile API environments. Together, they explore the evolution and surge in API adoption, the unique challenges of collaborating on APIs in agile settings, and the importance of closing feedback loops to deliver reliable software faster. Temil shares his journey from QA engineering to product management, offers insights on bridging the gaps between technical and non-technical roles, and provides details on how SmartBear’s new API Hub aims to unify teams across the API lifecycle. Additionally, discover the latest platform innovations, including contract testing, collaboration features, and AI-powered design tools that make API quality accessible to everyone—developers, testers, and even product managers. If you’ve ever struggled with fragmented processes or siloed teams in your API projects, this episode is packed with practical tips and tools to level up your DevOps practice. Listen up! Head over to https://testguild.me/apihub to learn more and get started.…
1 Overcoming Mobile Testing DevOps Challenge (Episode 3 of the SmartBeat Employees - Mobile Testing) with Todd McNeal 33:21
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedToday, we’re talking all about mobile testing in DevOps with special guest Todd McNeal, co-founder of Reflect—a cutting-edge AI-powered test automation tool now part of the SmartBear family. Todd breaks down the dynamic shifts happening in mobile testing, from the challenges of manual processes to the game-changing adoption of low-code, no-code, and pure AI-driven automation. We explore how Reflect’s AI approach is making mobile app testing more resilient, maintainable, and accessible across both iOS and Android, even for highly visual and complex interfaces, such as Flutter apps. Additionally, the conversation explores the integration of performance, UX, and exploratory testing into your pipeline, as well as what the future may hold for AI and automation in mobile DevOps. If you’re looking for practical insights to supercharge your DevOps mobile test automation strategy—and maybe a sneak peek at what’s on the horizon—this episode is packed with expert advice and firsthand experiences. Tune in and discover new ways to bring more speed, reliability, and efficiency to your mobile DevOps toolchain! Try it out at https://testguild.me/mobiledevops…
1 Will AI Replace DevOps Engineers, BI and More with Mark Koelsch 29:50
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, hosts Joe Colantonio and Mark Koelsch explore AI-driven business intelligence and its impact on today’s industries. Try out Insight Hub free for 14 days now: https://testguild.me/insighthub. No credit card required. Tune in as they unpack how AI, once a niche discipline, has exploded into mainstream business conversations since the emergence of tools like ChatGPT. They cut through the buzz and fear around AI, discussing real-world applications, compliance challenges, and common misconceptions. Whether you’re looking to leverage AI in business intelligence, concerned about data privacy regulations like HIPAA, or curious about how your DevOps team should use these evolving technologies, this episode is packed with actionable advice and industry insights. Get ready for candid takes, practical tips, and plenty of stories from the frontline of AI-powered innovation—brought to you by leaders who have seen the landscape evolve over decades.…
1 Observability at Scale with AI with Jacob Leverich 36:47
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode of the DevOps Toolchain podcast, Joe Colantonio sits down with Jacob Leverich, cofounder and Chief Product Officer at Observe, to explore how AI and cutting-edge data strategies are transforming the world of observability. With a career spanning heavyweight roles from Splunk to Google and Kuro Labs, Jacob shares his journey from banging out Perl scripts as a Linux sysadmin to building scalable, data-driven solutions that address the complex realities of today’s digital infrastructure. Tune in as Joe and Jacob explore why traditional monitoring approaches are struggling with massive data volumes, how knowledge graphs and data lakes are breaking down tool silos, and what engineering leaders often get wrong when scaling visibility across teams. Whether you’re a tester, developer, SRE, or team lead, get ready to discover actionable insights on maximizing the value of your data, the true role of AI in troubleshooting, and practical tips for leading your organization into the future of DevOps observability. Don’t miss it! Try out Insight Hub free for 14 days now: https://testguild.me/insighthub . No credit card required.…
1 The Rise of Agentic AI: Transforming DevOps and Testing with Bridges Smith 31:02
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, host Joe Colantonio dives deep into the future of AI in DevOps with Bridges Smith, the VP of Product Management for AI at SmartBear. With over 25 years of experience leading innovations in product development, machine learning, and AI, Bridges brings a wealth of firsthand insights on how AI is rapidly evolving and shaping how developers and testers work. Together, Joe and Bridges explore the shift from basic generative AI to the rise of agentic AI. These AI systems can make decisions and automate more complex tasks within DevOps and testing pipelines. They discuss the importance of keeping humans in the loop, how AI is tackling mundane and repetitive tasks to free up creativity, practical strategies for successfully integrating AI tools, and what metrics you should track to measure real gains. You’ll also hear about SmartBear’s unique approach to embedding AI directly into workflows—accelerating testing, documentation, and observability—plus real-world use cases where these advancements are already making a difference. Whether you’re optimistic or skeptical about AI’s impact on the software industry, this episode is packed with actionable insights on future-proof your skills and embrace what’s next in DevOps and AI. Tune in, learn what’s hype and what’s real, and get ready to take your DevOps toolchain to the next level! Visit their AI hub to see how AI is shaping the future of software testing: https://testguild.me/aihubs…
1 AI in Testing: Innovation or Just Noise? with Fitz Nowlan 35:36
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedToday, special guest Fitz Nowlan, VP of AI and Architecture at SmartBear, dives deep into the ever-evolving world of AI in software testing. Get resource: What is OpenTelemetry Guide: https://testguild.me/TelemetryGuide This episode is packed with insights from Fitz, who shares his front-row perspective on what’s genuinely innovative versus what’s just hype in today’s AI-powered DevOps landscape. Fitz also tackles hot topics like MCP servers, agentic AI, and the game-changing impact of AI-driven self-healing in test automation. He explores how leading tools like Playwright and Selenium integrate MCP servers, discusses the challenge of identifying meaningful AI features, and highlights practical strategies for evaluating new tech without getting lost in industry buzzwords. Fitz also offers a behind-the-scenes look at SmartBear’s approach to customer-driven innovation, the evolution of visual and intent-based testing, and how agentic AI might soon revolutionize the role of QA teams. Whether you’re curious about the pitfalls of flaky tests, the future of test data generation, or simply how to keep up with today’s breakneck pace of change, this episode promises actionable insights you won’t want to miss.…
1 Making Performance Testing Accessible for All with k6 Studio with Mark Meier and Tom Miseur 29:50
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this awesome installment, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Mark Meier and Tom Miseur from Grafana Labs to dive deep into the world of performance testing and how their brand new open source Grafana k6 Studio is making these powerful practices accessible for everyone on your team—from developers to QA and SREs. Try out Insight Hub free for 14 days now: https://testguild.me/insighthub . No credit card required. Listen in as they discuss the evolution of k6 from a developer-first tool to one built for seamless collaboration across teams, the challenges of performance testing in modern DevOps pipelines, and practical advice for avoiding common pitfalls like the dreaded million virtual user myth. You’ll also get an insider’s look at how k6 Studio simplifies recording, scripting, and correlating test scenarios and how it compares to longtime industry players like JMeter. Discover the team’s vision for the future, including enhanced browser testing features, integration with Grafana Cloud, and thoughts on leveraging AI to accelerate performance testing efforts. If you’re ready to learn actionable strategies for making performance testing a team sport (not just a developer or QA silo) and want to hear tips on integrating load testing into your CI/CD pipelines, this episode is a must-listen! Check Out Grafana k6 Studio: https://grafana.com/docs/k6/latest/k6-studio/ Watch k6 Studio demo: https://testguild.me/dzebxa…
1 Scaling ML Infrastructure Like a Pro with Elliott Clark 32:23
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, we delve into scalable machine-learning infrastructure with our special guest, Elliott Clark. Elliott is a seasoned DevOps expert and the founder of Batteries Included. Having played a pivotal role in building one of the largest online transaction processing systems and leading the ad infrastructure team at Meta, Elliott is perfectly poised to share his immense knowledge on scaling infrastructure and the intricacies of machine learning systems. Join us as we discuss the critical aspects of performance testing, leveraging production traffic for testing environments, and the cultural elements pivotal to scaling teams efficiently. We'll also explore how Elliott's company, Batteries Included, strives to bring enterprise-level infrastructure to mid and small-sized companies by automating the essential yet often mundane DevOps tasks. Whether you're in the early stages of building infrastructure or looking to enhance your machine learning systems, this episode offers actionable insights and future-forward thinking to help your efforts become more successful. Try out Insight Hub free for 14 days now: https://testguild.me/insighthub . No credit card required.…
1 Automation - First DevOps Focus with Kedar Kulkarni 30:28
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWelcome to another exciting episode of the DevOps Toolchain podcast, where we delve into the dynamic world of DevOps, automation, and cloud infrastructure. Today, we're thrilled to have Kedar Kulkarni, a DevOps and cloud infrastructure expert, join us. Kedar has a wealth of experience in CICD, Kubernetes, and what he calls 'automation first' DevOps. He co-authored a popular IT automation ebook and created the AT-CasC framework, an integral part of Red Hat's automation stack. In this episode, we explore his unique approach to infrastructure test automation and the impact of his work in shaping how teams think about testing infrastructure as code. We'll dive deep into GitOps and explore open-source tools, learning what it really takes to build DevOps frameworks that matter. Along the way, Kedar shares insights on the significance of infrastructure as code, how to build a successful opensource project, and his thoughts on the future of DevOps practices. Whether you're a DevOps professional or just dipping your toes into the field, you won't want to miss this conversation. Tune in as we journey through the essentials of building efficient, scalable, and user-friendly DevOps frameworks that help you stay ahead in the game. Try out Insight Hub free for 14 days now: https://testguild.me/insighthub. No credit card required.…
1 DevOps Transformation: Culture, Strategy, and Lessons Learned with Derek Ferguson 36:36
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode of the DevOps Toolchain podcast, host Joe Colantonio chats with Derek Ferguson, the Chief Software Officer at Fitch, about the dynamic world of DevOps transformation. They explore the intersection of technology and strategy, emphasizing how to navigate regulatory landscapes while fostering innovation. Derek shares insights from his diverse career, from his early days in the tech industry to leading the creation of the ESG-focused Sustainable Fitch platform. Tune in to discover Derek's perspective on marrying traditional financial metrics with environmental data, the evolving role of AI in development and production, and adopting new tools like Terraform to create seamless DevOps pipelines. Try out Insight Hub free for 14 days now: https://testguild.me/insighthub . No credit card required.…
Today, we're diving deep into the fascinating world of API security with our special guest, Jeremy Snyder. Checkout SmartBear Insight Hub: https://testguild.me/insighthub Jeremy is the founder and CEO of Firetail.io and an expert in cloud security, API security, and much more. With his extensive experience working for a primary cloud provider and his passion for cybersecurity, Jeremy shares his insights into the challenges and risks associated with APIs. In this episode, Jeremy discusses the "API Vector" concept, the vulnerabilities present in in-house microservices, and how modern AI can complicate and enhance cybersecurity efforts. Stay tuned as we explore these critical topics and learn practical DevOps techniques to help secure your APIs in today's fast-evolving tech landscape. If you want to bolster your knowledge and defenses around API security, this episode is a must-listen!…
1 How Google Improved Developer Experience with Hugo Santos 40:21
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedToday, listen in and discover how Google transformed its developer experience to deliver features at lightning speed. Hugo Santos, the founder and CEO of Namespace Labs, previously helped build Google's microservices platform that powers essential tools like search, photos, and Google Assistant. He shares insights from his extensive experience at Google, offering a glimpse into innovative strategies and technologies that continue to shape developer workflows. From discussing the intricacies of Google’s internal platforms to his new venture at Namespace Labs, this episode promises a deep dive into improving developer efficiency and collaboration. Tune in to discover how these advancements may influence your own DevOps practices! Try out Insight Hub free for 14 days now: https://testguild.me/insighthub . No credit card required.…
1 Unlocking AI in DevOps with IBM's Watson xCode with Keri Olson 31:43
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode of the DevOps Toolchain podcast, host Joe Colantonio welcomes Keri Olson, Vice President of Product Management, AI for Code at IBM. Try SmartBear Insight Hub: https://testguild.me/insighthub Keri, an expert in AI-powered software development solutions, shares insights on the transformative impact of generative AI in various business functions, particularly in software development and IT processes. Discover how IBM's Watson X platform, designed to build and deploy generative AI across enterprises, is revolutionizing application modernization, especially for legacy systems like mainframes. Listen in as Keri explains the unique features of Watson xCode Assistant and how it's enabling businesses to streamline their software development lifecycle. Whether you're curious about deploying AI for code or understanding the future of AI in DevOps, this episode is packed with actionable insights and expert advice.…
1 DevOps Culture and Practice with Tim Beattie 32:20
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn this episode, our expert guest, Tim Beattie, will help us discover the intricacies of effective DevOps culture and practices. As the CEO and co-founder of Stellafai, Tim draws on over twenty years of industry experience and his comprehensive understanding of blending agile, lean, and intent-based leadership. He shares insightful stories from his journey, from his serendipitous introduction to DevOps practices in a smaller consulting firm to his impactful tenure as the global head of products for Red Hat Open Initiative Labs. Emphasizing the critical intertwining of people, process, and technology, Tim reveals how these elements, when harmonized, can drive meaningful, high-performing outcomes. We also explore the role of metrics, continuous learning, and the mindful use of AI as enablers of DevOps success. Whether you're new to DevOps or looking to refine your team's approach, this episode offers actionable insights to help transform your practices and outcomes. Join us as we unlock the potential for innovation and collaborative success in your DevOps journey.…
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