Ep 14:

On this episode, Shon and Phoebe speak with Rosemary Wang from Hashicorp, a seasoned expert in infrastructure automation, as she shares her journey from networking and telecommunications to mastering the art of cloud migrations and infrastructure as code (IaC). Discover insights into the significance of networking knowledge in cloud automation, the transformative power of IaC, and the pivotal role of community and education in advancing cloud operations.

Spot by NetApp is a leading provider of software that empowers CloudOps teams to get the most out of their cloud. Our solutions help organizations optimize and automate their cloud use to maximize the value and availability of their cloud infrastructure while minimizing waste.

Guest: Rosemary Wang, Developer Advocate, Hashicorp

@joatmon08
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosemarywang/

Hosts: Shon Harris, Developer Relations Lead, Spot by NetApp
@inkedtater
https://www.linkedin.com/in/swharr/

Phoebe Goh, principal Architect, NetApp
@phoebegoh
https://www.linkedin.com/in/phoebegoh/

00:00 - Introduction to the Episode and Guests

01:01 - Rosemary Wang's Journey into Cloud and Infrastructure as Code

06:37 - The Evolution of Cloud Technologies and Best Practices

11:43 - Challenges and Insights in Deploying Infrastructure as Code

15:00 - Embracing Immutability and Ephemeral Infrastructure for Reliability

19:03 - The Shift to Testing in Production for Efficiency

23:28 - Addressing the Gaps in Infrastructure Security and Best Practices

28:27 - Innovations in Security for Infrastructure as Code

34:14 - Community Contributions and the Ecosystem Around Terraform

39:15 - The Reality of Hybrid Cloud Environments and Terraform's Role

43:54 - Rosemary's Personal Journey and Advice for Aspiring Technologists

50:24 - Engaging with the Community and Learning Resources

56:29 - Unique and Creative Uses of Terraform in Everyday Life