Vibe Coding: The Future of Software Development with Gene Kim🎙️
Join us for an inspiring episode of Code to Cloud as Kevin Evans chats with Gene Kim, renowned author of The Phoenix Project and the visionary mind behind his newest work, Vibe Coding. Gene unpacks how this fresh approach is reshaping software development—making coding faster, more autonomous, and genuinely fun.
With over 26 years of experience, Gene reflects on the evolution of DevOps, shares lessons from his journey, and looks ahead to the exciting future of AI-assisted coding. Don’t miss this thought-provoking conversation at the intersection of innovation, culture, and technology.
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Jack Barsky: Lessons from a Former KGB Sleeper Agent (SWOB Archive)🎙️
In this special throwback, we revisit one of our most compelling conversations on Security Without Borders. Hosted by Derek Smith and Kevin Evans, this session features Jack Barsky, a former KGB sleeper agent who lived undercover in the United States for a decade during the Cold War.
Born in East Germany, Jack was recruited by the KGB and sent to the U.S. under a stolen identity. His mission: to live an ordinary life, build credibility, and be ready for future assignments — all while hiding in plain sight. Today, Jack shares how his experiences in espionage shaped his perspective on trust, deception, and modern cybersecurity.
From Cold War spycraft to enterprise security challenges, this episode bridges history and technology for anyone passionate about how intelligence tradecraft influences the way we think about digital defense today.
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👤 Derek Smith: LinkedIn
👤 Kevin Evans: LinkedIn
👤 Jack Barsky: LinkedIn
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Code To Cloud Presents: The Merge, Conversations at the Crossroads of Tech (Oct)🎙️
In this episode of Code to Cloud, hosts Kevin Evans and Guil Lima welcome two special guests: Chris Ayers from Microsoft and Caleb Fedyshen.
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Chris shares his remarkable journey—from writing code in second grade to becoming an international speaker and recognized Azure expert. Caleb brings his passion for innovation to the table, highlighting his work on iOS and Apple Watch projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible.
Together, the group dives into DevOps, AI, and the power of critical thinking in coding, while also exploring the latest in Raspberry Pi projects and the nostalgia of retro gaming.
Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just starting your tech journey, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and cross-continental perspectives.
👉 Tune in for a conversation that connects people, platforms, and passion for technology.
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AI, Cloud, and Career Resilience with Steve Buchanan🎙️
In this episode of Codetocloud, host Kevin Evans welcomes his long-time friend and mentor, Steve Buchanan. They dive into Steve’s journey through the tech industry, discussing his experiences with layoffs, leadership, and the evolving landscape of AI and cloud technologies. Steve shares insights on career resilience, the importance of owning your career path, and the opportunities that lie within the ever-changing tech world. Tune in for an engaging conversation filled with personal anecdotes and professional wisdom.
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Philippe Burns: Uniting Canada's Tech Scene with Tech Thursday🎙️
Join us in this episode of Code to Cloud as we dive into the inspiring journey of Philippe Burns, the visionary behind Tech Thursday. 🚀
Discover how Tech Thursday is transforming Canada’s tech landscape by fostering community and innovation across cities like Calgary, Winnipeg, and beyond. Philippe shares insights into the unique challenges and opportunities in Western Canada’s tech ecosystem, the power of community-driven events, and the exciting future of tech in Canada.
👉 Don’t miss this engaging conversation that highlights the spirit of entrepreneurship, collaboration, AI, energy innovation, and community growth.
Topics Covered
The origins and growth of Tech Thursday
Building a tech community in Western Canada
The role of AI and energy in driving innovation
Insights into Canada’s diverse tech ecosystems
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🔗 LinkedIn: Philippe Burns
🌐 Tech Thursday: techthursday.ca
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Code to Cloud — Ship It. Scale It. Secure It.
Learn how to build, secure, and scale in the cloud.
Each week, Code to Cloud dives deep into the technologies and strategies driving modern cloud computing, AI platforms, DevSecOps, and platform engineering — with insights you can apply right now.
Hosted by Kevin Evans, Senior Solutions Engineering Lead at Microsoft and fractional CTO at Code to Cloud, every episode features experts across the spectrum — from cloud architects and AI platform engineers to startup founders and security leaders who’ve built real-world systems at scale.
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