InfoQ Podcast

How to Use Apache Spark to Craft a Multi-Year Data Regression Testing and Simulations Framework

Presenters Vivek Yadav Source InfoQ podcast Stripe’s Secret Weapon: How Apache Spark Fuels Bulletproof Payment Systems 🚀 Ever wondered how companies like Stripe, which handle a mind-boggling amount of financial transactions every second, ensure their systems are absolutely rock-solid? It’s not just about clever coding; it’s about innovative testing strategies that go above and beyond. In a recent illuminating presentation, Vivek Yadav, an Engineering Manager at Stripe, pulled back the curtain on a rather unconventional yet incredibly effective use of Apache Spark – not for its usual analytical wizardry, but for something far more critical: large-scale regression testing and “what-if” scenario analysis for their core payment systems. Prepare to be amazed as we dive into how Stripe is leveraging this powerful tool to achieve unparalleled system integrity. ...

Cloud Security Challenges in the AI Era - How Running Containers and Inference Weaken Your System

Presenters Marina Moore Source InfoQ podcast Beyond the Container: Embracing MicroVMs and Confidential Computing for Unbreakable Security 🚀 Containers have revolutionized how we package and deploy applications, banishing the dreaded “it works on my machine” syndrome. But beneath the surface of this convenience lies a critical security challenge: the shared operating system kernel. If one container is compromised, the entire system can be at risk. Thankfully, the tech world is innovating at lightning speed, and new solutions are emerging to offer unprecedented levels of isolation and security. ...

Architecture Should Model the World as It Really Is: A Conversation with Randy Shoup

Presenters Michael Stiefel Randy Shoup Source InfoQ podcast From Failure to Fortitude: Architecting Resilient Software 🚀 Hey tech enthusiasts! Ever feel like the path to robust software is paved with… well, failures? You’re not alone! In a recent deep dive on “The Architects Podcast,” seasoned architect Randy Shout shared invaluable insights on how we can transform those inevitable missteps into powerful building blocks for truly resilient systems. Forget just patching bugs; we’re talking about architecting for the long haul, and it all starts with understanding why things break. ...

If You Can’t Test It, Don’t Deploy It: The New Rule of AI Development?

Presenters Magdalena Picariello Source InfoQ podcast Beyond the Buzz: Building Real-World AI That Delivers Value 🚀 The AI revolution is here, and it’s not just about theoretical breakthroughs anymore. We’re moving into an era where practical, scalable, and valuable AI implementations are the name of the game. But how do we get there? This isn’t about simply plugging in the latest model; it’s about a fundamental shift in how we approach software development when AI is involved. ...

Effective Error Handling: A Uniform Strategy for Heterogeneous Distributed Systems

Presenters Jenish Shah Source InfoQ podcast Level Up Your Microservices: Building a Universal Exception Library 🚀💡👨‍💻 Managing a fleet of microservices can quickly become a tangled web of duplicated code, inconsistent practices, and a whole lot of frustration. That’s precisely what one Netflix engineer experienced – and their solution is a brilliant example of how to build infrastructure that directly improves the developer experience. This post dives deep into the creation of a universal exception library, a powerful tool for streamlining error handling and boosting overall system resilience. ...