The Merge: Tech Insights and Adventures – November Episode🎙️
In this episode of The Merge, hosts Kevin Evans, Chris Ayers, and Guil Lima dive into a whirlwind of tech adventures. From navigating the latest tech conferences to tackling the challenges of maintaining high uptime in complex IT infrastructure, they cover it all.
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The team shares their excitement for upcoming events, including hackathons and AI-focused conferences, along with personal anecdotes from their travels. They reflect on the evolution of technology, the lessons learned along the way, and the power of community engagement in shaping the tech world.
Whether you’re a cloud-native engineer, platform builder, or just passionate about tech, this episode delivers insights, stories, and inspiration for navigating the ever-changing tech landscape.
Tune in and join the conversation!
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Chapters 📖
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:03:00 – Chris Ayers’ Conference Adventures
00:09:00 – Collectibles and Conferences
00:15:00 – Tech Infrastructure Challenges
00:21:00 – Driving on Thin Ice
00:27:00 – Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts
Whether you’re just starting out in tech or already a seasoned engineer, this episode is full of insights, stories, and practical takeaways.
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Platform Ops: Simplifying Complexity in the Cloud Era🎙️
Join Kevin Evans and Derek Smith as they dive into the evolving world of Platform Ops. Explore how organizations can simplify complexity, harness the power of AI, and drive efficiency in cloud operations.
From tackling networking challenges to uncovering the future of AI in logistics, this episode is packed with actionable insights for tech enthusiasts, leaders, and professionals looking to stay ahead in today’s fast-moving landscape.
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How Alberta is Leading Canada’s AI Revolution — with Janak Alford🎙️
🎙️ In this episode of the Code to Cloud Podcast, Janak Alford, Deputy Minister of Technology and Information at the Government of Alberta, explores the transformative power of AI and innovation.
Learn how AI is reshaping public service, empowering small businesses and individuals, and driving Alberta’s digital economy. Janak shares insights on the importance of fostering a culture of building, embracing creativity, and navigating the challenges and opportunities of emerging technology. Gain a glimpse into the future of work with AI and discover strategies for innovation and productivity.
🎙️ Host: Kevin Evans
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GitHub MCP Explained: The Future of AI + Automation (with Microsoft Experts)🎙️
In this episode of the Code to Cloud Show, Kevin Evans and Anthony Bartolo from Microsoft dive into GitHub MCP (Model Context Protocol)—exploring how it’s transforming AI, automation, and developer workflows. From real-world use cases to security insights and practical tips, discover how you can start using MCP today.
📚 Resource: Mastering GitHub Copilot for Paired Programming
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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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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.
You’ll get:
Proven approaches to cloud-first infrastructure and automation
Deep dives into AI-powered platforms and intelligent delivery pipelines
Playbooks for platform engineering, security, and scaling
Career stories and lessons from top builders and tech leaders
No fluff. No theory. Just the knowledge and tactics to help you ship faster, scale smarter, and grow your career in the cloud era.
🎧 New episodes weekly
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