Empower professionals to perform better with AI

Adopting cloud technology to gain velocity and agility in the marketplace allows companies to focus on what matters most. However, this transition isn't without its risks.

In this episode of Data (R)evolution, hosts Janki Patel Westenberg and Francesco Tisiot are joined by Dave Li, former Senior Software Engineer at Helthjem, and Oded Valin, Co-Founder & CEO at EverSQL, to discuss the application of AI in database management, the importance of expertise in cloud adoption, and the need for streamlined tools in an increasingly data-driven world.

Key takeaways:

  • Balance expert partnerships with internal knowledge to tackle scalability and performance efficiently.
  • Trust AI recommendations to improve efficiency but maintain user control to avoid unexpected costs.

Podcast series: Data (R)Evolution

Topics around data, innovation and economics in a rapidly-changing cloud world.

Data drives innovation and revolutionizes the tech world. Data (R)evolution, powered by Aiven, explores the intersections of data, AI, innovation, and economics through the ever-evolving landscape of cloud technology. Led by hosts Francesco Tisiot and Janki Patel Westenberg, navigate this digital revolution in conversation with experts at the forefront of change.

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Hosts

Francesco Tisiot

Field CTO & Head of DevEx, Aiven

Francesco Tisiot, Field CTO & Head of DevEx at Aiven, is dedicated to helping customers achieve success through data-driven innovation. Francesco believes that technology should be an enabler, not a barrier, and works closely with clients to understand their unique needs and develop tailored solutions that deliver measurable results. A seasoned technologist with a proven track record, Francesco is a trusted advisor to organizations across industries.

Janki Patel Westenberg

Head of Product Growth and Marketing

Over the last 10 years, Janki has successfully led technical partnerships collaborating with Google Cloud and AWS to build database and caching solutions for gaming and media. Additionally, she has spearheaded GTM strategy partnered with AWS' product leadership for 19 AWS Analytics and Database services for multiple industries. Janki also is a proud alumna from University of Wisconsin-Madison (Go Badgers!)...fun fact, she studied Genetics and did research before moving to the cloud industry!

Guests

Oded Valin

GM Israel, Aiven

Oded is the co-founder & CEO of EverSQL, now EverSQL by Aiven. Previously, Director of Growth Technologies @ WeWork, Director of Product Management @ CyberArk (NASDAQ:CYBR) while having a key role in CyberArk's IPO and expansion. Oded also served as Mentor @ Harvard Business School

Dave Li

Senior Software Engineer, Helthjem

Dave Li is an experienced Senior Software Engineer with a background in web development and system engineering. Dave has held various positions such as Business Unit Manager, System Engineer, and Web Developer at companies specializing in enterprise web solutions and website development. Dave graduated from Hogeschool Leiden with a degree in Life Sciences and Bioinformatics.