Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Lin Sun, a trailblazer in the software industry and a key contributor to the open source community. From her early days at IBM to her current role at Solo.io, Lin shares her experiences, challenges, and insights into the world of open source.

Key Highlights:

Lin's role as a CNCF ambassador and her contributions to projects like Istio, KGateway, and K-agent. The balance between open source contributions and commercial success. Lin's transition from a large corporation to a startup environment. Her passion for AI and the future of agentic AI in cloud-native technologies. The importance of adaptability and building connections in the tech industry.

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Join Kevin Evans as he welcomes Danielle Gifford, Managing Director at PwC Canada, to discuss the evolving landscape of AI in business and education. Danielle shares insights on AI literacy, the importance of understanding AI’s capabilities, and how businesses can integrate AI effectively. They also explore the role of AI in academia and its impact on the next generation.

Key Takeaways:

• AI’s role in business: Understanding what AI can and cannot do is crucial for effective integration.

• The importance of AI literacy: Educating teams on AI’s potential and limitations.

• AI in academia: Preparing the next generation to use AI responsibly and effectively.

• Personal use of AI: How Danielle and Kevin use AI in their daily lives for learning and problem-solving.

Guest: Danielle Gifford, Managing Director at PwC Canada

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In this debut episode of The Merge, hosts Kevin Evans and Guil Lima explore the intersection of AI and IT infrastructure. Dive into conversations on the transformative power of AI, the real-world challenges of integrating emerging technologies, and the strategies organizations can use to harness AI effectively.

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