Matt Carey's AI Journey: From Windsurfing to London’s AI Meetups

Join Miko Pawlikowski on HockeyStick as he chats with Matt Carey, an AI engineer at StackOne, AWS Community Builder, organizer of AI Demo Days, and OpenUK AI Advisory Board member. In this episode, Matt shares his unique path from competitive windsurfing to AI engineering, the challenges of transitioning from outdoor sports to indoor coding, and his passion for building a strong AI community in London. They delve into the vibrant AI scene in London, the importance of open-source advocacy, and the exciting innovations happening in Web AI and browser-based LLMs. Matt provides insights into his work with StackOne and offers advice for aspiring AI engineers and startup enthusiasts.

0:00 Introduction to the Episode

0:39 Matt Carey's Windsurfing Journey

1:58 Transition from Windsurfing to AI

4:34 AI Scene in London

5:21 AI Demo Days and Meetups

10:42 AWS Community Builder Experience

14:58 OpenUK AI Advisory Board

18:02 Exciting Innovations in the London Startup Scene

25:51 Navigating Funding and Incubators in London

26:30 Influential Figures and Cool Projects to Follow

28:56 The Role of AI Engineers at StackOne

33:09 The Fun and Chaos of Tech Twitter

Exploring Quantum Computing with Johan Vos!

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Join Miko Pawlikowski on HockeyStick as he delves into the fascinating world of quantum computing with Johan Vos, author of "Quantum Computing in Action" and co-founder of Gluon. Discover what makes quantum computing special, its implications for future technology, potential impacts on security, and how to future-proof your career in a quantum-driven world. Johan explains complex concepts like superposition and entanglement in simple terms and discusses real-world applications and the future of quantum hardware. Don't miss this comprehensive guide to understanding the next big leap in computing!

0:00 What Makes Quantum Computing Special?

1:49 Quantum Computing vs Classical Computing

4:17 Real-World Applications of Quantum Computing

6:25 Understanding Qubits and Superposition

10:02 Quantum Entanglement Explained

13:54 Quantum Computing Hardware and Simulators

26:06 Programming Quantum Computers

42:38 Future of Quantum Computing

48:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Think Like a Software Engineering Manager - insights with Akanksha Gupta

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Join Miko Pawlikowski on this episode of HockeyStick as he delves into the world of software engineering management with Akanksha Gupta, author of "Think Like a Software Engineering Manager". Explore Akanksha's journey from software engineer to engineering manager and gather valuable insights on making the transition, thriving in the role, and avoiding common pitfalls. Learn about essential skills such as delegation, career discussions, and maintaining team morale, along with practical strategies for hiring, managing attrition, and personal growth.

0:00 Intro

0:24 Meet Akanksha Gupta: Author and Engineering Manager

1:09 The Journey from Engineer to Manager

1:34 Writing the Book: Inspiration and Challenges

4:31 Deciding to Transition: Promotion vs. Lateral Move

9:09 Navigating the People Aspect of Management

15:19 Key Traits of a Good Engineering Manager

34:52 Continuous Learning and Self-Growth

40:00 Final Advice for Aspiring Engineering Managers