How Alberta is Leading Canada’s AI Revolution — with Janak Alford🎙️
🎙️ In this episode of the Code to Cloud Podcast, Janak Alford, Deputy Minister of Technology and Information at the Government of Alberta, explores the transformative power of AI and innovation.
Learn how AI is reshaping public service, empowering small businesses and individuals, and driving Alberta’s digital economy. Janak shares insights on the importance of fostering a culture of building, embracing creativity, and navigating the challenges and opportunities of emerging technology. Gain a glimpse into the future of work with AI and discover strategies for innovation and productivity.
🎙️ Host: Kevin Evans
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GitHub MCP Explained: The Future of AI + Automation (with Microsoft Experts)🎙️
In this episode of the Code to Cloud Show, Kevin Evans and Anthony Bartolo from Microsoft dive into GitHub MCP (Model Context Protocol)—exploring how it’s transforming AI, automation, and developer workflows. From real-world use cases to security insights and practical tips, discover how you can start using MCP today.
📚 Resource: Mastering GitHub Copilot for Paired Programming
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Vibe Coding: The Future of Software Development with Gene Kim🎙️
Join us for an inspiring episode of Code to Cloud as Kevin Evans chats with Gene Kim, renowned author of The Phoenix Project and the visionary mind behind his newest work, Vibe Coding. Gene unpacks how this fresh approach is reshaping software development—making coding faster, more autonomous, and genuinely fun.
With over 26 years of experience, Gene reflects on the evolution of DevOps, shares lessons from his journey, and looks ahead to the exciting future of AI-assisted coding. Don’t miss this thought-provoking conversation at the intersection of innovation, culture, and technology.
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Jack Barsky: Lessons from a Former KGB Sleeper Agent (SWOB Archive)🎙️
In this special throwback, we revisit one of our most compelling conversations on Security Without Borders. Hosted by Derek Smith and Kevin Evans, this session features Jack Barsky, a former KGB sleeper agent who lived undercover in the United States for a decade during the Cold War.
Born in East Germany, Jack was recruited by the KGB and sent to the U.S. under a stolen identity. His mission: to live an ordinary life, build credibility, and be ready for future assignments — all while hiding in plain sight. Today, Jack shares how his experiences in espionage shaped his perspective on trust, deception, and modern cybersecurity.
From Cold War spycraft to enterprise security challenges, this episode bridges history and technology for anyone passionate about how intelligence tradecraft influences the way we think about digital defense today.
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Code To Cloud Presents: The Merge, Conversations at the Crossroads of Tech (Oct)🎙️
In this episode of Code to Cloud, hosts Kevin Evans and Guil Lima welcome two special guests: Chris Ayers from Microsoft and Caleb Fedyshen.
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Chris shares his remarkable journey—from writing code in second grade to becoming an international speaker and recognized Azure expert. Caleb brings his passion for innovation to the table, highlighting his work on iOS and Apple Watch projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible.
Together, the group dives into DevOps, AI, and the power of critical thinking in coding, while also exploring the latest in Raspberry Pi projects and the nostalgia of retro gaming.
Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just starting your tech journey, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and cross-continental perspectives.
👉 Tune in for a conversation that connects people, platforms, and passion for technology.
Code to Cloud — Ship It. Scale It. Secure It.
Learn how to build, secure, and scale in the cloud.
Each week, Code to Cloud dives deep into the technologies and strategies driving modern cloud computing, AI platforms, DevSecOps, and platform engineering — with insights you can apply right now.
Hosted by Kevin Evans, Senior Solutions Engineering Lead at Microsoft and fractional CTO at Code to Cloud, every episode features experts across the spectrum — from cloud architects and AI platform engineers to startup founders and security leaders who’ve built real-world systems at scale.
You’ll get:
Proven approaches to cloud-first infrastructure and automation
Deep dives into AI-powered platforms and intelligent delivery pipelines
Playbooks for platform engineering, security, and scaling
Career stories and lessons from top builders and tech leaders
No fluff. No theory. Just the knowledge and tactics to help you ship faster, scale smarter, and grow your career in the cloud era.
🎧 New episodes weekly
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