107. Tech Without Limits: Innovating Through Open Source - with Nico Vermeir
In this episode, we talk with Nico Vermeir, a senior application architect and Microsoft MVP. He shares his journey from support technician to application architect, highlighting how passion and persistence helped him succeed without a formal degree. We discuss his involvement in Techorama, his contributions to the tech community and Open Source projects, and the balance between commercial goals and collaboration. Nico also touches on personal interests like brewing beer and listening to thrash metal, showing the human side of tech. About this episode, and Nico Vermeir in particular: you can find Nico on LinkedIn, or visit his website, Nico's Digital Footprint. Via this Spotify link, you can find his list with focus music.About Betatalks: watch our videos and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn and Bluesky.
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106. Where AI and Software Engineering Meet: Breaking the Black Box - with Megan Bloemsma
In this episode, we talk with Megan Bloemsma, who is a Data and AI specialist. We discuss the evolving tech landscape, stressing the importance of collaboration between data scientists and software engineers. She critiques the indiscriminate use of AI and advocates for more thoughtful, selective technology deployment. Megan also highlights the need for diversity in tech, sharing her experience as a woman in a male-dominated field, and emphasizes the ethical concerns surrounding AI. About this episode, and Megan Bloesma in particular: you can find Megan on LinkedIn, and GitHub. Or visit her website: MeganBloemsma.comAbout Betatalks: watch our videos and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn and Bluesky.
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105. AI's Coding Breakthrough: Unstructured to Understood - with Andreas Wänqvist
In this episode of Betatalks, Andreas Wänqvist shares his journey from reluctant web developer to AI architect at Voyado, an Aurelia core team member, and Microsoft MVP. We discuss AI’s evolution in software development, from early skepticism about GitHub Copilot to embracing it as a game-changing assistant. Through personal stories and professional insights, we explore AI’s role in enhancing user experiences beyond simple chatbot implementations. Touching on Andreas' background with Aurelia and web frameworks, he highlights the rapid pace of technological change while remaining optimistic about AI’s potential to simplify tasks, automate processes, and unlock new possibilities.About this episode, and Andreas Wänqvist in particular: you can find Andreas on LinkedIn, and Twitter.About Betatalks: watch our videos and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn and Bluesky.
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104. Decoding Software: Learning Through Experience - with Shawn Wildermuth
In this episode, we talk with Shawn, a consultant, architect, and Microsoft MVP, who thrives on learning and sharing knowledge about .NET, JavaScript, and more. His early experiences with computers fostered a mindset of curiosity, helping him navigate tech trends with a pragmatic approach. As an instructor, he prioritizes storytelling, hands-on examples, and learning from mistakes. In this episode, he shares insights on software evolution, abstractions, and the value of diverse perspectives.About this episode, and Shawn Wildermuth in particular: you can find Shawn on LinkedIn, or Bluesky. Check out his awesome videos or visit his website.About Betatalks: watch our videos and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn and Bluesky.
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103. Integrating AI in C#: Trade-offs and Best Practices - with Panu Oksala
In this episode, we talk with Panu, a Microsoft MVP and CTO at Adafy Oy. He shares his passion for technology and his hands-on role balancing coding, Azure tasks, and team engagement. We discuss Microsoft's latest AI developments, comparing Semantic Kernel and AI Extensions, and the challenges of integrating AI models. Panu also reflects on the evolution of C#, warning against the "lava layer anti-pattern". Outside of tech, his hobby of gold digging provides a refreshing contrast with a strong belief in the transformative power of technology.About this episode, and Panu Oksala in particular: you can find Panu on LinkedIn, or Bluesky. Or, visit his website Panu Oksala - C#, Fabric, Azure, Data, AI, Passion.About Betatalks: watch our videos and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn and Bluesky.
Welcome to Betatalks the podcast, in which we talk with friends from the development community. We chat not only about technology, but what drives them, inspires them and makes them unique. Rick (Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft) and Oscar (CTO at Virtual Vaults), invite developers, makers, Open Source maintainers and other amazing people from the .NET and Azure development community. Looking for more content? Have a look at our Betatalks video's.
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