This week on The Data Stack Show, it’s a first for the show as the conversation between producer Brooks Patterson and Co-Host John Wessel was recorded in a Waymo on the way to the airport from Data Council in Oakland, California. Join the guys on the road as they discuss their experiences at the Data Council focusing on the evolving landscape of data technology and the impact of AI on data stacks. Key topics include the enduring significance of PostgreSQL, the role of open source in innovation, and the importance of user experience in data interfaces. They also highlight diverse insights from founders, ranging from seasoned executives to first-time entrepreneurs, showcasing the dynamic nature of the data industry. Come along for the ride on this week’s episode. 

This week on The Data Stack Show, the episode was recorded in front of a live audience as Brooks Patterson, Eric Dodds, and Chandler Van De Water from the Rudderstack team join Thomas Kuckoff of Omron Automation to explore the intricacies of product development and the transformative role of AI. Eric emphasizes the importance of understanding customer pain points and the complexities of coordinating product development teams. Thomas discusses the stages of product development in hardware and industrial automation, stressing a commercial mindset. Chandler highlights the significance of design and continuous customer feedback. The conversation also touches on AI’s potential to streamline processes and enhance product development, setting the stage for future discussions on AI’s impact. Don’t miss this great conversation!

This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric and John welcome microservices expert Mark Fussell. Mark is Founder & CEO at Diagrid and Co-Creator of Dapr. In this conversation, the group explores the evolution of software architectures, focusing on the shift from monolithic to microservices systems. With over 20 years at Microsoft, Mark shares insights from his work on projects like Dapr and Azure Service Fabric. The discussion also covers the challenges developers face today, the importance of leveraging existing technologies to avoid reinventing the wheel, and the role of AI in enhancing productivity. Mark highlights how tools like Dapr simplify microservices development and emphasizes the need for continuous innovation in software architecture. Don’t miss this great conversation!

This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric and John welcome Willz Tolbert, Co-Founder & COO at Readyy. Willz shares his entrepreneurial journey from real estate brokerage to tech innovation, discussing his experiences building MapSheet and his current AI-powered startup, Readyy.ai. Listeners will learn how AI is transforming sales research, providing insights into more efficient account preparation, and bridging the gap between technological automation and human expertise in the sales process. The conversation emphasizes creating centralized data repositories for better customer engagement and highlights the need for innovative solutions to streamline data management. The group also provides valuable insights into the intersection of real estate and technology, showcasing the potential for transformative industry practices and so much more.