News, analysis and business insights from Devex, the media platform for the global development community.
…
continue reading
Software developers, platform engineers, and sysadmin/operators listen to the biweekly Ambassador podcasts in order to learn how to build cloud platforms and create an effective developer experience (DevEx) for deploying container-based applications to Kubernetes. We also discuss best practices for releasing functionality via continuous delivery pipelines, and we investigate the latest developer tooling, API gateway technology (e.g Envoy), and service mesh implementations. We interview pract ...
…
continue reading
This is a weekly podcast focused on developer productivity and the teams and leaders dedicated to improving it. Topics include in-depth interviews with Platform and DevEx teams, as well as the latest research and approaches on measuring developer productivity. The EE podcast is hosted by Abi Noda, the founder and CEO of DX (getdx.com) and published researcher focused on developing measurement methods to help organizations improve developer experience and productivity.
…
continue reading
Our software craftspeople discuss all things related to technology, agile, software development, and much more.
…
continue reading
Welcome to The Aid Market Podcast, where international development and humanitarian aid organizations connect to learn about funding trends and market insight. Join us as we hear from foreign aid leaders with USAID and other large donors, with updates and insight on their work. We explore topics including localization, artificial intelligence, proposal and grant funding best practices, and analyze data sources like the USAID Business Forecast. The Aid Market podcast is your comprehensive gui ...
…
continue reading
MIIS Radio seeks and integrates diverse perspectives from MIIS and the greater Monterey community. By digging into wicked problems facing students and members of our community, we enrich our understanding of issues faced here in Monterey and beyond. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/miis-radio/support
…
continue reading
EEBO Metrics create a line of sight from engineering excellence to business outcomes. It is a framework that establishes a correlation between engineering excellence and business outcomes through fully-modeled performance indicators that cover software development and deployment in production on one side and business outcomes on the other. This channel was earlier named LUSWIG (Let Us See Where It Goes). We used to start with a topic, mostly technology-oriented, with the idea, ’Let Us See Wh ...
…
continue reading
Former MSc Development Management candidate at LSE Department of International Development Temi Phyllis Pratt interviews professionals working in the field of International Development.
…
continue reading
Devex Book Club Sanjay Purohit V2 by DevexAutor: Devex
…
continue reading
1
Ep 32: USAID Market Chat with Christy & Chuck
30:39
30:39
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
30:39
Konektid Chief Operating Officer, Christy Hollywood, and CEO of Pope International and former Senior USAID staff member, Chuck Pope, discuss key trends in the USAID market and the impact of the upcoming election. The discussion included insight on USAID solicitation delays; localization; new partners and barriers to entry into the USAID Market; and…
…
continue reading
1
[ES] Desmitificando la Inteligencia Artificial con Jaume Barrios
48:01
48:01
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
48:01
En este nuevo episodio, hablamos con Jaume Barrios, Software Engineer en Cuatroochenta, para repasar la fascinante historia de la Inteligencia Artificial (IA) y cómo ha estado presente en nuestras vidas durante años sin que lo supiéramos. Exploramos los casos en los que la Inteligencia Artificial es realmente útil y cómo ha transformado la industri…
…
continue reading
1
This Week in Global Dev: #63: A look at MCC, and burnout in global development
33:48
33:48
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
33:48
As the U.S. Millennium Challenge Corporation marks its 20th anniversary, we discuss our latest article on the agency. While MCC has invested $17 billion in 47 countries since its founding, we contemplate whether the agency has lived up to its founders’ lofty aims of holding countries accountable for good governance and rooting out corruption.Meanwh…
…
continue reading
1
K8s and the cloud- chat with Civos kunal kushwaha
28:54
28:54
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
28:54
We’re pleased to share that the "Livin’ on the Edge" podcast is back for Season 4 after our summer hiatus! With it, we have one new host, Jacob Caddy, and myself (Kay James) will also return as a fellow host. This season, we’re still going to be highlighting all the best Kubernetes practices, but we’re also going to be diving deeper into the world …
…
continue reading
1
This Week in Global Dev: #62: The uneven localization landscape, and an investigation at USAID
44:25
44:25
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
44:25
This week we take an in-depth look at USAID’s localization report. While in certain countries the agency has already significantly surpassed its localization target, in others it is struggling to get close to it. We discuss why that might be and contemplate how USAID can get closer to channeling 25% of its eligible dollars to local levels by 2025.O…
…
continue reading
1
Ep 31: Chemonics President & CEO on the Aid Market: Jamey Butcher
1:01:03
1:01:03
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
1:01:03
Welcome to The Aid Market Podcast, where international development and humanitarian aid organizations connect to learn about funding trends and market insight. Join us as we hear from foreign aid leaders with USAID and other large donors, with updates and insight on their work. We explore topics including localization, artificial intelligence, prop…
…
continue reading
1
This Week in Global Dev: #61: What's happening at the DNC, and women's leadership in development
35:00
35:00
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
35:00
This week we are at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. We delve into what we are hearing on the sidelines of the event, particularly how U.S. vice president and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris would approach foreign policy and assistance. In this week’s episode we also discussed our exit interview with outgoing British I…
…
continue reading
1
This Week in Global Dev: #60: Public health emergency in Africa, and staffing crises at NGOs
32:32
32:32
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
32:32
This week the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization both declared mpox as a public health emergency. This is the first time the Africa CDC declared a public health emergency as it aims to increase its autonomy. There have been more than 17,000 suspected cases across the African continent, more than the …
…
continue reading
1
This Week in Global Dev: Special episode: Putting the 'human' back in humanitarianism
38:02
38:02
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
38:02
In a world of growing humanitarian needs, the Aurora Humanitarian Initiative is shining a light on those who risk their own lives to save others.Founded in 2015 to commemorate the Armenian Genocide, the Aurora Prize awards $1 million annually to an individual whose actions have made a significant impact in preserving human life in the face of adver…
…
continue reading
1
This Week in Global Dev: #59: Harris’ approach to foreign policy, & challenges to localization
35:02
35:02
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
35:02
After U.S. President Joe Biden opted not to run for reelection, his vice president, Kamala Harris, seems poised to become the official nominee of the Democratic Party. We explore how she would approach U.S. foreign policy, as well as provide an update on Project 2025. We also discuss our exclusive story in which we reported that the Biden administr…
…
continue reading
1
Ep 30: USAID and Localization: Progress Report and What’s Next
54:12
54:12
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
54:12
Senior Advisor for Localization in the Office of the USAID Administrator, Sarah Rose joins Mike Shanley to discuss how localization and locally led development works within USAID. Sarah explains how USAID measures success and why partnerships and working with local communities is critical to meeting their goals. She explains how USAID partners with…
…
continue reading
1
This Week in Global Dev: #58: The role of INGOs in localization, and the future of PEPFAR
35:57
35:57
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
35:57
As localization continues to be a hot topic in global development, nearly every international nongovernmental organization seems to be rethinking their role in the aid sector, and debating how, when, and if they should continue showing up. We discuss how INGOs are aiming to rebalance the equation between INGOs and local groups, and whether the refo…
…
continue reading
1
[ES] Comunicación efectiva con stakeholders
27:04
27:04
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
27:04
En este nuevo episodio, discutimos una habilidad primordial para el día a día de cualquier profesional: la comunicación efectiva. Mantener conversaciones claras y productivas con nuestros stakeholders es crucial para alinear intereses, resolver conflictos y asegurar el éxito y la dirección clara de proyectos. Sin embargo, diferentes factores pueden…
…
continue reading
1
Ep 29: Ambassador Mark Green: Former USAID Administrator, President & CEO of the Wilson Center
46:07
46:07
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
46:07
Former USAID Administrator and President & CEO of the Wilson Center, Mark Green joins Mike Shanley to discuss various topics around USAID. Mark explains his role as the USAID Administrator and the importance of USAID. He talks about humanitarian funding and how it affects long term development funding. Mark describes the war in Ukraine, and what it…
…
continue reading
1
This Week in Global Dev: #57: Humanitarian cowboys, untied aid, and the future of Dutch aid
36:32
36:32
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
36:32
Is the era of the “humanitarian cowboy” over? This week, Devex contributor Lauren Evans wrote a piece analyzing what’s become of this common aid worker stereotype — often a charismatic, risk-taking white male who moves from one disaster or conflict zone to the next — and whether, in the era of localization, there’s still room for them in the humani…
…
continue reading
1
Exploring Developer Productivity with AI: Insights from Airbnb, GitHub, and Jumio
35:25
35:25
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
35:25
In this week's episode, Abi is joined by industry leaders Idan Gazit from GitHub, Anna Sulkina from Airbnb, and Alix Melchy from Jumio. Together, they discuss the impact of GenAI tools on developer productivity, exploring challenges in measurement and enhancement. They delve into AI's evolving role in engineering, from overcoming friction points to…
…
continue reading
1
Ep 28: Ambassador Cindy Courville - 1st US Ambassador to the African Union
37:20
37:20
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
37:20
Ambassador Cindy Courville joins Mike Shanley to discuss her work as the first Ambassador for the African Union. She talks about what it was like to enter into that role and how she worked with African Leaders to ensure their voices were heard, as well as what it meant to them to have someone assigned to Africa. Ambassador Courville describes the w…
…
continue reading
1
This Week in Global Dev: #56: Trump’s Approach To Foreign Aid And The UK's New Development Minister
33:55
33:55
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
33:55
The Republican-led U.S. House of Representatives has proposed drastic cuts to foreign aid and United Nations funding in a 2025 budget bill that it passed last week, including ending funding to Ukraine. While the bill is unlikely to make it through the Democratic-led Senate, the House bill is something of a blueprint for the months ahead and how a n…
…
continue reading
1
S3 Ep 16: K8s Monitoring & Observability with Grafana's Vasil Kaftandzhiev
30:55
30:55
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
30:55
On the latest Livin’ on the Edge podcast (and my last episode for Season 3), I interviewed Vasil Kaftandzhiev, a fellow Product Manager at Grafana. We explored the importance of observability in IT systems, particularly in the context of cloud infrastructure and Kubernetes management. Observability is the constant monitoring of the system and of bu…
…
continue reading
1
This Week in Global Dev: #55: What do the elections across Europe mean for global development?
22:34
22:34
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
22:34
This week British voters head to the polls to elect the country’s new prime minister, with the Labour Party set to end 14 years of Conservative rule. While Keir Starmer’s government is not planning to immediately restore development spending to 0.7% of gross national income, nor reestablish The Department for International Development, we discuss w…
…
continue reading
1
This Week in Global Dev: #54: A Look At WHO Foundation's Work, And Gavi’s New Replenishment Target
35:10
35:10
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
35:10
This week we look back at an article we wrote earlier this month on the WHO Foundation, which has funneled $24 million to the World Health Organization since its launch in 2020. We examine the foundation’s strategy, including its plans to ensure that donor funding to WHO is seamless and aligned with its priorities. Also on the topic of global healt…
…
continue reading
1
[ES] Potenciando la eficiencia organizacional a través de la DevEx con Dani Latorre
48:28
48:28
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
48:28
En este episodio, nos sentamos con Dani Latorre, Platform Lead en Genially, para explorar su labor maximizando la eficiencia de los distintos equipos de desarrollo y mejorando su Developer Experience. Conversamos sobre las diversas iniciativas que pueden implementarse, cómo identificar problemas para establecer prioridades y las formas de lograr un…
…
continue reading
1
Ep 27: Michael Nyenhuis, CEO, UNICEF USA
1:00:39
1:00:39
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
1:00:39
Michael Nyenhuis, CEO of UNICEF USA joins Mike Shanley to discuss the work UNICEF does both in the USA and globally. Michael discusses the various partnerships between UNICEF USA and governments, local organizations, as well as private sectors. He highlights the importance of funding and explains why flexibility from donors is key, so that UNICEF c…
…
continue reading
1
This Week in Global Dev: #53: What a Trump presidency would mean for U.S. foreign aid
35:05
35:05
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
35:05
This week we take a look at Republicans’ approach to foreign policy if Donald Trump were to win in the upcoming U.S. presidential elections in November. From implementing cuts to changing the United States’ foreign aid priorities, we dig into what a second Trump presidency would mean for the global development sector. We also reported on new data f…
…
continue reading
1
How SiriusXM revamped their platform and developer experience | Jared Wolinsky
40:58
40:58
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
40:58
In this week's episode, Abi welcomes Jared Wolinsky, Vice President of Platform Engineering at SiriusXM, to delve into the inner workings of platform engineering at SiriusXM. Jared sheds light on their innovative approach to prioritizing projects, emphasizing alignment with overarching business goals. They explore how these strategies boost develop…
…
continue reading
1
Ep 26: USAID Contracting: What’s Next?
50:32
50:32
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
50:32
Jami Rodgers, Senior Procurement Executive, Chief Acquisition Officer, and Director for USAID Management Bureau’s Office of Acquisition and Assistance joins Mike Shanley to discuss his new role with USAID. Jami talks about the incredible work that his team has done and how they are adapting to change. Jami discusses the strategies and ideas that he…
…
continue reading
1
This Week in Global Dev: #52: A Look At The Humanitarian Crisis In Haiti And Addressing Malnutrition
36:11
36:11
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
36:11
This week we take a look at the humanitarian crisis in Haiti, where 578,000 have been displaced, mostly due to violence. We explore what is being done to address the hardships faced by the affected population, including bringing essential food supplies, as well as discuss what life is like on the ground. On the topic of food insecurity, we also dig…
…
continue reading
1
S3 Ep15: Women in APIs & API Strategies feat. Claire Barrett
24:43
24:43
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
24:43
On the latest Livin on the Edge Episode, Kay James sat down with Women in APIs and APIsFirst, Claire Barrett to discuss the following: - the Women in APIs program with apidays- Trends and strategies in the API space- Tackling common challenges that women face in the industryFor more, visit getambassador.io/podcasts.…
…
continue reading
1
Ep 25: General George W. Casey, Jr.: Development & Defense; Geopolitics; Leadership
1:03:21
1:03:21
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
1:03:21
General Casey, Former Chief of Staff, U.S. Army joins Mike Shanley to discuss the role of the US military and USAID in US foreign policy. They discuss how organizations that work in peace building and high conflict settings can better understand the military, their perspectives, and how they can most effectively engage with countries that need aid.…
…
continue reading
Dinker and Sachin talk about Value & Value Stream Mapping. You can access the mentioned Mural here: https://www.eebo.org/getstarted.html Notes & Mentions: • The Async-First Playbook by Sumeet Gayathri Moghe (https://www.amazon.in/Async-First-Playbook-Collaboration-Techniques-Software/dp/8119847709/) • This channel was earlier named LUSWIG (Let Us S…
…
continue reading
1
This Week in Global Dev: #51: U.S. Lawmakers Spar Over Aid, & Debt Relief For Small Island States
34:13
34:13
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
34:13
This week we reported on a House foreign affairs subcommittee hearing in which Republicans tried to paint the U.S. government’s entire approach to foreign assistance as wasteful and counterproductive — but they faced pushback from Democrats who argued that human rights grants are critical in the global contest between democracy and autocracy. The h…
…
continue reading
1
Developer Experience at American Express | Michelle Swartz (American Express)
45:00
45:00
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
45:00
In this episode, Michelle Swartz, Vice president of Developer Enablement American Express, shares insights on improving developer experience. She discusses the creation of an onboarding bootcamp and the development of the AmEx Way Library for better knowledge management. Michelle explains how AmEx balances standardization and flexibility with the c…
…
continue reading
1
Devex @ World Health Assembly: WHO's progress in addressing sexual misconduct cases
23:15
23:15
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
23:15
In 2020, media reports and an independent investigation revealed one of the largest sexual misconduct scandals in U.N. history, in which more than 50 women accused ebola aid workers — including World Health Organization staffers — of sexual exploitation and abuse during the 10th Ebola outbreak in the Democratic of Congo. At last year’s World Health…
…
continue reading
1
This Week in Global Dev: #50: An Update From The 77th World Health Assembly
28:23
28:23
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
28:23
This week Devex’s editorial team was on the ground in Geneva, Switzerland, closely following the conversations taking place at the 77th World Health Assembly. As well as attending the summit itself, we also hosted Devex CheckUp @ WHA 77, our very own event happening on the sidelines of the main event.From following the pandemic treaty negotiations …
…
continue reading
1
S3 Ep 14: The Four P’s of Platform Engineering for Prosperity Insights feat. Erik Wilde
20:34
20:34
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
20:34
In our latest Livin’ on the Edge podcast, I chatted with Erik Wilde, well known OpenAPI Initiative ambassador and Principal Consultant at INNOQ, as well as the host of the popular YouTube channel, “Getting APIs to Work.” After both of us attended APIDays New York a few weeks ago, we realized that platform engineering continues to be the talk of the…
…
continue reading
1
Devex @ World Health Assembly: Strengthening Africa's health security
16:22
16:22
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
16:22
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the health of populations across Africa were put at risk because of dysfunctional global health systems. For example, African nations were at the back of the queue for medical countermeasures, including vaccines. In the wake of the pandemic, leaders across the continent have worked to build stronger health systems — bu…
…
continue reading
1
Devex @ World Health Assembly: Can the pandemic treaty deliver on equity?
17:25
17:25
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
17:25
A two-year negotiation process for a pandemic treaty concluded on Friday without reaching a consensus, as countries remained divided on numerous provisions, including technology transfer and equitable access to medical products. This week, health officials at the 77th World Health Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland, will need to determine the next ste…
…
continue reading
En este nuevo episodio, Kristian Muñoz e Ismael Séndros, ambos Software Craftspeople en Codurance, nos presentan diversas estrategias de testing, evaluándolas desde la perspectiva de negocio. Nos presentan lo que ellos denominan la pirámide de testing ampliada, ofreciendo una visión más profunda de las diferentes etapas de la pirámide de testing qu…
…
continue reading
1
This Week in Global Dev: #49: A Historic Visit To D.C., & The Reauthorization Of The Farm Bill
35:05
35:05
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
35:05
This week we report on Kenyan President William Ruto’s visit to Washington, D.C., the first by an African leader since 2008. We dig into what the occasion means for the relationship between Kenya and the wider African continent, including whether it will lead to closer economic ties between the United States and Africa as a whole. During the conver…
…
continue reading
1
DORA, SPACE, and DevEx: Choosing the right framework | Laura Tacho + Abi Noda
39:35
39:35
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
39:35
This week’s episode is a recording from a recent event hosted by Abi Noda (CEO of DX) and Laura Tacho (CTO at DX). The episode begins with an overview of the DORA, SPACE, and DevEx frameworks, including where they overlap and common misconceptions about each. Laura and Abi discuss the advantages and drawbacks of each framework, then discuss how to …
…
continue reading
1
Ep 24: USAID's Office of Transition Initiatives: 30 Years of Responding to Political Crises
31:12
31:12
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
31:12
Brittany Brown, Acting Assistant to the Administrator of USAID’s Bureau for Conflict Prevention and Stabilization, joins Mike Shanley to discuss the Office of Transition Initiatives (OTI). OTI has been an ongoing effort for 30 years, and Brittany shares some of their successes with working in other countries. Localization is a large aspect of the w…
…
continue reading
1
This Week in Global Dev: #48: French Gates’ Next Chapter, & A Platform To Increase Transparency
40:27
40:27
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
40:27
This week marked a significant development in the philanthropic world with Melinda French Gates resigning from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to focus on the "next chapter" of her philanthropy. As part of the separation agreement with her former husband Bill Gates, French Gates will receive an additional $12.5 billion for her work on behalf of…
…
continue reading
1
S3 Ep 13: Your Devs Want Effortless Auth feat. Keith Casey
34:34
34:34
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
34:34
In our latest Livin’ On the Edge podcast episode, I interviewed Keith Casey, senior product manager at Pangea and one of the co-authors of API Developer Weekly. Pangea offers security services in a single platform of API-based security services that can be stacked onto an existing tech stack. We explored authentication and authorization as crucial …
…
continue reading
1
This Week In Global Dev: #47: What We Expect From The EU Elections & Allegations Against Africa CDC
35:39
35:39
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
35:39
The European Parliamentary elections will take place next month, and with anti-aid and anti-migrant parties poised to make big gains, there are fears for the future of the world's second-largest development budget. According to one senior Brussels politician, the controversial swiping of €2 billion from the development pot to fund a crackdown on il…
…
continue reading
1
The science behind DORA | Derek DeBellis (Google)
47:50
47:50
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
47:50
In this week's episode, we welcome Derek DeBellis, lead researcher on Google's DORA team, for a deep dive into the science and methodology behind DORA's research. We explore Derek's background, his role at Google, and how DORA intersects with other research disciplines. Derek takes us through DORA's research process step by step, from defining outc…
…
continue reading
1
This Week in Global Dev: #46: A new Africa Club, Europe's development agenda, and USAID's struggles
32:33
32:33
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
32:33
This week we discuss the establishment of the Africa Club by the African Union, an initiative that the continent’s leaders hope will drive reform of the global financial architecture. With African states currently spending more on debt repayments than they are on health care or climate action, the goal is for the alliance to leverage more funding f…
…
continue reading
1
Devex @ World Bank-IMF: What's at stake in the World Bank's IDA replenishment?
25:01
25:01
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
25:01
IDA, or International Development Association is the world bank’s fund for the poorest countries. IDA provides grants and low-cost loans that countries can use for a variety of needs from health to education to infrastructure. This year it's up for replenishment and so the bank is going to donors to ask for a new influx of capital.In this episode, …
…
continue reading
1
Book Club: #11: Juan M. Lavista Ferres On AI For Good
43:01
43:01
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
43:01
Juan M. Lavista Ferres got his start with AI for good in an unlikely way: He really didn’t want to go hiking.While working at Microsoft running randomized control experiments, Ferres had a colleague who was raising money for research on sudden infant death syndrome, or SIDS, to which he had lost a child. The campaign involved climbing the Kilimanja…
…
continue reading
1
This Week in Global Dev: #45: The Value Of Cash Transfers And USAIDs Budget Boost
35:28
35:28
Na później
Na później
Listy
Polub
Polubione
35:28
Last week we were the media partner at the Global Inclusive Growth Summit hosted by the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth. The conference focused on how access to financial services are key to helping drive global development in low- and middle-income countries. During one of the events, Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley stressed the importa…
…
continue reading