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Lead Product Manager rejoins Nic and I to continue the automation discussion and we focus on automated scalability. Automated scalability refers to the capacity of a system to automatically adjust resources to meet demand. MongoDB Atlas has this capability, built-in. Rez helps us understand exactly how this works, and how we might use it to enhance the cost structure and flexibility of our apps.  Read More About Cluster Autoscale: https://docs.atlas.mongodb.com/cluster-autoscaling/

Ep. 26 Automated Database Management Part 2 - Autoscalability

In this episode of the MongoDB Podcast, we feature Chris Dellaway, a MongoDB Community Champion and the recipient of the 2023 William Zola Award. Chris shares his journey with MongoDB, starting from his initial engagement in 2016 to achieving dual certification. He discusses the motivations behind his active participation in MongoDB forums and Stack Overflow, emphasizing the value of community support and knowledge exchange. Chris's contributions to the MongoDB community, his role in shaping the Associate Atlas Administrator exam, and his involvement with MongoDB University are highlighted. Additionally, the conversation covers significant MongoDB developments, including the launch of Atlas and its impact on database management. Chris also provides insights into the Toronto MongoDB User Group, revealing the importance of user groups in learning and networking. This episode offers a deep dive into the experiences of a MongoDB community leader, shedding light on the significance of community awards and the continuous evolution of MongoDB technology.Links:<ul><li>William Zola Award -&nbsp;<a href="https://mdb.link/episode-210-zola" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://mdb.link/episode-210-zola</a></li><li>MongoDB University -&nbsp;<a href="https://mdb.link/episode-210-university" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://mdb.link/episode-210-university</a></li><li>MongoDB .local NYC -&nbsp;<a href="https://mdb.link/episode-210-dotlocal-nyc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://mdb.link/episode-210-dotlocal-nyc</a></li><li>MongoDB .local Toronto -&nbsp;<a href="https://mdb.link/episode-210-dotlocal-toronto" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://mdb.link/episode-210-dotlocal-toronto</a></li><li>MongoDB User Group Toronto - March 26th -&nbsp;<a href="https://mdb.link/episode-210-toronto-mug" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://mdb.link/episode-210-toronto-mug</a></li><li>Chris on the community -&nbsp;<a href="https://mdb.link/episode-210-chris" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://mdb.link/episode-210-chris</a></li></ul>

MongoDB Community Champion and William Zola Award Winner

Chris Dellaway

MongoDB Consulting Engineer

In this episode of the MongoDB Podcast, we feature Chris Dellaway, a MongoDB Community Champion and the recipient of the 2023 William Zola Award. Chris shares his journey with MongoDB, starting from his initial engagement in 2016 to achieving dual certification. He discusses the motivations behind his active participation in MongoDB forums and Stack Overflow, emphasizing the value of community support and knowledge exchange. Chris's contributions to the MongoDB community, his role in shaping the Associate Atlas Administrator exam, and his involvement with MongoDB University are highlighted. Additionally, the conversation covers significant MongoDB developments, including the launch of Atlas and its impact on database management. Chris also provides insights into the Toronto MongoDB User Group, revealing the importance of user groups in learning and networking. This episode offers a deep dive into the experiences of a MongoDB community leader, shedding light on the significance of community awards and the continuous evolution of MongoDB technology.
Links:

William Zola Award - https://mdb.link/episode-210-zola
MongoDB University - https://mdb.link/episode-210-university
MongoDB .local NYC - https://mdb.link/episode-210-dotlocal-nyc
MongoDB .local Toronto - https://mdb.link/episode-210-dotlocal-toronto
MongoDB User Group Toronto - March 26th - https://mdb.link/episode-210-toronto-mug
Chris on the community - https://mdb.link/episode-210-chris

Ep. 210 Chris Dellaway: MongoDB Community Champion and William Zola Award Winner

In this episode of the MongoDB Podcast, we feature Chris Dellaway, a MongoDB Community Champion and the recipient of the 2023 William Zola Award. Chris shares his journey with MongoDB, starting from his initial engagement in 2016 to achieving dual certification. He discusses the motivations behind his active participation in MongoDB forums and Stack Overflow, emphasizing the value of community support and knowledge exchange. Chris's contributions to the MongoDB community, his role in shaping the Associate Atlas Administrator exam, and his involvement with MongoDB University are highlighted. Additionally, the conversation covers significant MongoDB developments, including the launch of Atlas and its impact on database management. Chris also provides insights into the Toronto MongoDB User Group, revealing the importance of user groups in learning and networking. This episode offers a deep dive into the experiences of a MongoDB community leader, shedding light on the significance of community awards and the continuous evolution of MongoDB technology.
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William Zola Award - https://mdb.link/episode-210-zola
MongoDB University - https://mdb.link/episode-210-university
MongoDB .local NYC - https://mdb.link/episode-210-dotlocal-nyc
MongoDB .local Toronto - https://mdb.link/episode-210-dotlocal-toronto
MongoDB User Group Toronto - March 26th - https://mdb.link/episode-210-toronto-mug
Chris on the community - https://mdb.link/episode-210-chris

Join us in this enlightening episode of the MongoDB Podcast as we sit down with Ricardo Mello, a distinguished developer within the MongoDB community. Dive deep into Ricardo's fascinating journey into MongoDB, from his initial steps to becoming a pivotal part of the community. In our conversation, we explore the intricacies of deploying MongoDB Atlas instances, the strategic importance of replication for data consistency, and the potential for local on-premise instances. Ricardo shares his personal insights on overcoming challenges, engaging with public speaking, and his valuable contributions through the Guest Author Program. Whether you're a seasoned MongoDB user or just starting out, Ricardo's experiences and advice offer a wealth of knowledge on navigating the MongoDB landscape, embracing community, and the power of sharing knowledge. Tune in to discover how to leverage MongoDB for your projects, learn best practices, and get inspired by the journey of a fellow MongoDB enthusiast.Links:<ul><li><a href="https://mdb.link//community-ji2RxQKkKww" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://mdb.link//community-ji2RxQKkKww</a></li><li><a href="https://medium.com/predict/understanding-mongodb-replication-a-step-by-step-tutorial-on-building-a-replica-set-cluster-b4267e4e2737" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://medium.com/predict/understanding-mongodb-replication-a-step-by-step-tutorial-on-building-a-replica-set-cluster-b4267e4e2737</a></li><li><a href="https://medium.com/predict/mongodb-compass-optimizing-performance-with-indexes-and-explain-plan-3fc15914a4a7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://medium.com/predict/mongodb-compass-optimizing-performance-with-indexes-and-explain-plan-3fc15914a4a7</a></li><li><a href="https://itnext.io/mongodb-relational-migrator-e84c49220cef" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://itnext.io/mongodb-relational-migrator-e84c49220cef</a></li><li><a href="https://itnext.io/mongodb-atlas-charts-importing-json-file-and-crafting-powerful-visualizations-915e20759a89" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://itnext.io/mongodb-atlas-charts-importing-json-file-and-crafting-powerful-visualizations-915e20759a89</a></li></ul>

Senior Software Engineer with over 13 years of experience in backend development, also a member of the MongoDB Creators group.

Ricardo Mello

Backend Developer na C6 Bank

Join us in this enlightening episode of the MongoDB Podcast as we sit down with Ricardo Mello, a distinguished developer within the MongoDB community. Dive deep into Ricardo's fascinating journey into MongoDB, from his initial steps to becoming a pivotal part of the community. In our conversation, we explore the intricacies of deploying MongoDB Atlas instances, the strategic importance of replication for data consistency, and the potential for local on-premise instances. Ricardo shares his personal insights on overcoming challenges, engaging with public speaking, and his valuable contributions through the Guest Author Program. Whether you're a seasoned MongoDB user or just starting out, Ricardo's experiences and advice offer a wealth of knowledge on navigating the MongoDB landscape, embracing community, and the power of sharing knowledge. Tune in to discover how to leverage MongoDB for your projects, learn best practices, and get inspired by the journey of a fellow MongoDB enthusiast.
Links:
https://mdb.link//community-ji2RxQKkKww
https://medium.com/predict/understanding-mongodb-replication-a-step-by-step-tutorial-on-building-a-replica-set-cluster-b4267e4e2737
https://medium.com/predict/mongodb-compass-optimizing-performance-with-indexes-and-explain-plan-3fc15914a4a7
https://itnext.io/mongodb-relational-migrator-e84c49220cef
https://itnext.io/mongodb-atlas-charts-importing-json-file-and-crafting-powerful-visualizations-915e20759a89



Ep. 209 Navigating the MongoDB Landscape with Ricardo Mello: Insights, Experiences, and Community Contributions

Navigating the MongoDB Landscape with Ricardo Mello: Insights, Experiences, and Community Contributions

Join us in this enlightening episode of the MongoDB Podcast as we sit down with Ricardo Mello, a distinguished developer within the MongoDB community. Dive deep into Ricardo's fascinating journey into MongoDB, from his initial steps to becoming a pivotal part of the community. In our conversation, we explore the intricacies of deploying MongoDB Atlas instances, the strategic importance of replication for data consistency, and the potential for local on-premise instances. Ricardo shares his personal insights on overcoming challenges, engaging with public speaking, and his valuable contributions through the Guest Author Program. Whether you're a seasoned MongoDB user or just starting out, Ricardo's experiences and advice offer a wealth of knowledge on navigating the MongoDB landscape, embracing community, and the power of sharing knowledge. Tune in to discover how to leverage MongoDB for your projects, learn best practices, and get inspired by the journey of a fellow MongoDB enthusiast
Links:
https://mdb.link//community-ji2RxQKkKww
https://medium.com/predict/understanding-mongodb-replication-a-step-by-step-tutorial-on-building-a-replica-set-cluster-b4267e4e2737
https://medium.com/predict/mongodb-compass-optimizing-performance-with-indexes-and-explain-plan-3fc15914a4a7
https://itnext.io/mongodb-relational-migrator-e84c49220cef
https://itnext.io/mongodb-atlas-charts-importing-json-file-and-crafting-powerful-visualizations-915e20759a89



In this episode, we dive into the world of generative AI and its impact on the tech industry with a special focus on DocsGPT, an innovative open-source documentation assistant developed by Arc53. Our guest, Alex Tushynski (alex@arc53.com), co-founder of Arc53, will discuss the journey from conception to implementation of DocsGPT, how MongoDB Atlas has been instrumental in this process, and the future of AI in enhancing user experiences.

Alex Tushynski 

Founder at Arc53

In this episode, we dive into the world of generative AI and its impact on the tech industry with a special focus on DocsGPT, an innovative open-source documentation assistant developed by Arc53. Our guest, Alex Tushynski (alex@arc53.com), co-founder of Arc53, will discuss the journey from conception to implementation of DocsGPT, how MongoDB Atlas has been instrumental in this process, and the future of AI in enhancing user experiences.


Ep. 208 AI Powered Chat for Your Documentation: DocsGPT

AI Powered Chat for Your Documentation: DocsGPT

Join us as we delve into the innovative world of AI with Gradient and MongoDB Atlas. We'll discuss how Gradient's Accelerator Blocks, combined with MongoDB Atlas's capabilities, are simplifying and enhancing AI development. Learn about the integration of these technologies and their impact on various industries, particularly finance and healthcare.Key Themes:<ul><li>Introduction to Gradient's Accelerator Blocks</li><li>Integration with MongoDB Atlas and its Benefits</li><li>Impact on AI Development Speed and Cost-Efficiency</li><li>Applications in Finance and Healthcare</li></ul>Resources:<ul><li><a href="https://mdb.link/gradient" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Building AI With MongoDB: How Gradient Accelerator Blocks Take You From Zero To AI in Seconds</a></li></ul>

Chris is the Co-Founder and CEO at Gradient, who most recently led Studio AI at Netflix and was an architect of early domain expert LLMs for content production and intelligence. Prior to joining Netflix, Chris held a variety of leadership roles at Pinterest, Opendoor, and Meta. Chris started his career in finance and holds a dual bachelors degree in computer science and business, and a master degree in computer science from UPenn.

Christopher Chang

Co-founder and CEO

Join us as we delve into the innovative world of AI with Gradient and MongoDB Atlas. We'll discuss how Gradient's Accelerator Blocks, combined with MongoDB Atlas's capabilities, are simplifying and enhancing AI development. Learn about the integration of these technologies and their impact on various industries, particularly finance and healthcare. Key Themes: Introduction to Gradient's Accelerator Blocks Integration with MongoDB Atlas and its Benefits Impact on AI Development Speed and Cost-Efficiency Applications in Finance and Healthcare.  Read more: https://mdb.link/gradient


Ep. 207 Revolutionizing AI Development with Gradient and MongoDB Atlas: The Power of Accelerator Blocks

Revolutionizing AI Development with Gradient and MongoDB Atlas: The Power of Accelerator Blocks

Join us as we delve into the innovative world of AI with Gradient and MongoDB Atlas. We'll discuss how Gradient's Accelerator Blocks, combined with MongoDB Atlas's capabilities, are simplifying and enhancing AI development. Learn about the integration of these technologies and their impact on various industries, particularly finance and healthcare.
Key Themes:
Introduction to Gradient's Accelerator Blocks
Integration with MongoDB Atlas and its Benefits
Impact on AI Development Speed and Cost-Efficiency
Applications in Finance and Healthcare


In this insightful episode of the MongoDB Podcast, host Michael Lynn is joined by Vin Vashishta, a seasoned AI advisor, author of "From Data to Profit," and the founder of vSquared. Vin brings nearly three decades of expertise in strategy, leadership, software engineering, and applied machine learning to the table. The conversation delves into the transformative power of data, the challenges and opportunities presented by AI and machine learning, and the evolving landscape of software development. Vin shares his vision on the importance of transitioning from managing data to managing knowledge, the role of domain expertise in an AI-driven future, and practical advice for businesses and software developers to adapt and thrive in this rapidly changing environment. The episode concludes with a focus on continuous improvement and the necessity for individuals and organizations to anticipate and prepare for the technological advancements that lie ahead. For those looking to understand how to leverage data for profit and navigate the complexities of the AI revolution, this episode offers valuable insights and guidance.

Vin Vashishta is the author of ‘From Data To Profit’ (Wiley 2023). It’s the playbook for monetizing data and AI. Vin is the Founder of V-Squared and built the business from client 1 to one of the world’s oldest data and AI consulting firms. He also teaches courses on AI Strategy and Product Management. His background combines nearly 30 years in strategy, leadership, software engineering, and applied machine learning.

Vin Vashishta

Founder & AI Advisor

In this insightful episode of the MongoDB Podcast, host Michael Lynn is joined by Vin Vashishta, a seasoned AI advisor, author of "From Data to Profit," and the founder of vSquared. Vin brings nearly three decades of expertise in strategy, leadership, software engineering, and applied machine learning to the table. The conversation delves into the transformative power of data, the challenges and opportunities presented by AI and machine learning, and the evolving landscape of software development. Vin shares his vision on the importance of transitioning from managing data to managing knowledge, the role of domain expertise in an AI-driven future, and practical advice for businesses and software developers to adapt and thrive in this rapidly changing environment. The episode concludes with a focus on continuous improvement and the necessity for individuals and organizations to anticipate and prepare for the technological advancements that lie ahead. For those looking to understand how to leverage data for profit and navigate the complexities of the AI revolution, this episode offers valuable insights and guidance.


Ep. 206 Navigating the Data Revolution: A Conversation with Vin Vashishta

Navigating the Data Revolution: A Conversation with Vin Vashishta

In this insightful episode of the MongoDB Podcast, host Michael Lynn is joined by Vin Vashishta, a seasoned AI advisor, author of "From Data to Profit," and the founder of vSquared. Vin brings nearly three decades of expertise in strategy, leadership, software engineering, and applied machine learning to the table. The conversation delves into the transformative power of data, the challenges and opportunities presented by AI and machine learning, and the evolving landscape of software development. Vin shares his vision on the importance of transitioning from managing data to managing knowledge, the role of domain expertise in an AI-driven future, and practical advice for businesses and software developers to adapt and thrive in this rapidly changing environment. The episode concludes with a focus on continuous improvement and the necessity for individuals and organizations to anticipate and prepare for the technological advancements that lie ahead. For those looking to understand how to leverage data for profit and navigate the complexities of the AI revolution, this episode offers valuable insights and guidance.`


Join us on this exciting episode of the MongoDB Podcast as we delve into the groundbreaking partnership between MongoDB and Patronus AI. We're honored to have Anand Kannappan, the innovative mind behind Patronus AI, to discuss how this collaboration is pushing the boundaries of AI technology. Discover how Patronus AI's unique features, like Evaluation Runs, Adversarial Testing Sets, and Benchmarking, are setting new standards in AI model performance. Anand will also shed light on the cutting-edge Retrieval-augmented Generation Analysis and how it ensures reliability in AI-driven solutions. Whether you're an AI enthusiast, a developer, or just curious about the future of technology, this episode offers a deep dive into the intersection of AI and database technology, highlighting how MongoDB's versatile platform is playing a crucial role in shaping the AI landscape.

Anand is co-founder and CEO of Patronus AI, the industry-first automated AI evaluation and security platform to help enterprises catch LLM mistakes at scale. They are backed by Lightspeed Venture Partners, Gokul Rajaram, Replit CEO Amjad Masad, and Fortune 500 executives and board members. Previously, Anand led ML explainability and advanced experimentation efforts at Meta Reality Labs, and exited a quant hedge fund backed by Mark Cuban.

Anand Kannappan

Co-founder and CEO of Patronus AI

Join us on this exciting episode of the MongoDB Podcast as we delve into the groundbreaking partnership between MongoDB and Patronus AI. We're honored to have Anand Kannappan, the innovative mind behind Patronus AI, to discuss how this collaboration is pushing the boundaries of AI technology. Discover how Patronus AI's unique features, like Evaluation Runs, Adversarial Testing Sets, and Benchmarking, are setting new standards in AI model performance. Anand will also shed light on the cutting-edge Retrieval-augmented Generation Analysis and how it ensures reliability in AI-driven solutions. Whether you're an AI enthusiast, a developer, or just curious about the future of technology, this episode offers a deep dive into the intersection of AI and database technology, highlighting how MongoDB's versatile platform is playing a crucial role in shaping the AI landscape.


Ep. 205 Exploring the Edge of AI: MongoDB's New Frontier with Patronus.AI

Exploring the Edge of AI: MongoDB's New Frontier with Patronus.ai

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Ep. 26 Automated Database Management Part 2 - Autoscalability

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