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Why Web3, Crypto, and Blockchain Still Struggle in the Real World
In this episode, Viktor talks with Vlad Trifa, founder of Zimt and co-founder of EVRYTHNG, about the challenges of applying Web3, crypto, and blockchain in real-world systems.
Inside the Yocto Project's Evolving Tooling: SBOMs, SPDX 3.0, and Secure Embedded Systems
In this deep-dive conversation, Viktor sits down with Joshua Watt (Garmin) and Ross Burton (ARM) to explore how the Yocto Project is redefining how we build, secure, and maintain embedded Linux systems at scale.
Startup Founder Lessons on Scaling Teams, Systems, and Culture with Kevin Henrikson
Learn how to scale your startup from 10 to 1500 people with Kevin Henrikson (Zimbra, Microsoft, Instacart). Discover proven strategies for managing acquisitions, building distributed teams, and creating scalable engineering cultures. Essential insights for technical founders and CTOs.
Reimagining CI/CD and Engineering Culture at Scale with Vlad A. Ionescu
In this deep-dive conversation, Viktor sits down with Vlad Ionescu, founder and CEO of Earthly, to unpack the evolution of CI/CD, why developer experience is broken, and what it will take to bring sanity back to software delivery at scale.
Europe's Battle for Tech Sovereignty: Why OpenStack Matters
In this timely conversation with Johan Christenson, founder of Cleura and board member of OpenInfra (overseeing Kata Containers and OpenStack), we dive into Europe's growing urgency around digital sovereignty and what it will actually take to build a competitive, homegrown cloud ecosystem. Johan, a long-time advocate for open source infrastructure, pulls back the curtain on why progress has been so slow and where things can shift.
The story behind the podcast
Hey there! I'm Viktor, a proud nerd and seasoned entrepreneur with a knack for quirky innovation. From launching YippieMove, a pioneering email migration service, to co-creating Blotter, a top 10 Mac App Store productivity app, my journey has been all about embracing uncharted opportunities. Now, I lead Screenly, a leading secure digital signage product trusted by NASA, and developed Anthias, a top-ranked open-source digital signage solution. "Nerding Out with Viktor" is where I dive into the tech world, breaking down complex concepts with leading experts. Join me for some fun and insightful conversations!
