Listen "#12 - Thomas Bouldin, Google Tech Lead, Scaling Cloud Infrastructure & AI"
Episode Synopsis
Get ready for an insightful episode featuring Thomas Bouldin, the visionary Staff Tech Lead at Google and Firebase. Thomas’s career spans tech giants like Microsoft, Facebook, and now Google, where he leads the development of scalable cloud infrastructure and groundbreaking products like Firebase App Hosting and Cloud Functions for Firebase. Beyond his impressive technical achievements, Thomas is also a passionate scuba diving instructor, finding balance between his high-profile career and his love for teaching others.In this episode, Thomas shares his unique leadership approach, emphasizing the importance of documentation, delegation, and fostering growth within his teams. He dives into the future of cloud infrastructure, the challenges of scaling massive systems, and how AI and edge computing are transforming the tech landscape. Thomas also offers a glimpse into how his personal experiences, including his passion for scuba diving, have influenced his approach to leadership and problem-solving.What You’ll Learn:•Thomas’s leadership style: Growing people to grow products and the art of delegation 💼🗣️•Building scalable infrastructure: Insights on managing cloud systems with petabytes of data ☁️📊•AI’s evolving role: How AI and edge computing are shaping the future of tech 🤖📈•Overcoming challenges: Key lessons from building Parse and Firebase under immense pressure 🔧💡•Work-life balance: How scuba diving helps Thomas stay grounded and energized 🌊🤿•The future of cloud & AI: Thomas’s predictions on how AI and cloud will transform businesses 📉✨•Personal philosophy: Never stop learning and finding meaning in both work and life 🧠🌟Don’t miss this compelling conversation where Thomas shares valuable insights into the future of cloud infrastructure, AI, and the importance of balancing passion with profession. Tune in, subscribe, and learn how leadership and technology can drive meaningful impact.#AI #CloudInfrastructure #Leadership #ThomasBouldin #Google #TechFuture #Innovation #Scalability #WorkLifeBalance #ScubaDiving
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