Join hosts Joel Moses, Oscar Spencer, and Matt Yacobucci as they dive deep into the world of formal verification with special guest Chris Fallin. In this episode of WebAssembly Unleashed, the team discusses the importance of formal verification in software development, particularly for WebAssembly. Chris, a co-author of the Cranelift compiler and Mozilla alum, explains the concept of formal verification, its significance, and how it can be applied to ensure software correctness and security. The conversation covers a range of topics including type safety, the use of SMT solvers, the challenges in formally verifying compilers, and the potential role of AI in generating formally verified code. Don't miss this insightful discussion if you're keen to learn about cutting-edge techniques to make software more reliable and secure.
00:00 Welcome to WebAssembly Unleashed
00:57 Community Updates
01:41 Guest Introduction: Chris Fallin
02:18 What is formal verification and why is it important?
03:10 Formal Verification in WebAssembly
06:28 Challenges and Real-World Applications
07:52 Tools and Techniques for Verification
20:22 Future Directions and Broader Implications
28:21 AI and Formal Verification
30:44 Lack of Formal Verification Consequences
Did you miss the WebAssembly Unleashed episode 16 with Bruce Gain? Check it out here: https://youtu.be/Gjd8l1Sz9qY?si=QGixwObXJgvex9DS
For more from F5's Office of the CTO visit the following sites:
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Matthew Yacobucci | https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-yacobucci-323b4b2/
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Join hosts Joel Moses, Oscar Spencer, and Matt Yacobucci as they dive deep into the world of formal verification with special guest Chris Fallin. In this episode of WebAssembly Unleashed, the team discusses the importance of formal verification in software development, particularly for WebAssembly. Chris, a co-author of the Cranelift compiler and Mozilla alum, explains the concept of formal verification, its significance, and how it can be applied to ensure software correctness and security. The conversation covers a range of topics including type safety, the use of SMT solvers, the challenges in formally verifying compilers, and the potential role of AI in generating formally verified code. Don't miss this insightful discussion if you're keen to learn about cutting-edge techniques to make software more reliable and secure.
00:00 Welcome to WebAssembly Unleashed
00:57 Community Updates
01:41 Guest Introduction: Chris Fallin
02:18 What is formal verification and why is it important?
03:10 Formal Verification in WebAssembly
06:28 Challenges and Real-World Applications
07:52 Tools and Techniques for Verification
20:22 Future Directions and Broader Implications
28:21 AI and Formal Verification
30:44 Lack of Formal Verification Consequences
Did you miss the WebAssembly Unleashed episode 16 with Bruce Gain? Check it out here: https://youtu.be/Gjd8l1Sz9qY?si=QGixwObXJgvex9DS
For more from F5's Office of the CTO visit the following sites:
Blogs - https://www.f5.com/company/octo
Reports - https://www.f5.com/services/resources/reports
Meet Your Hosts:
Joel Moses | https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelmoses/ | https://community.f5.com/users/joel_moses/398372
Oscar Spencer | https://twitter.com/oscar_spen | https://www.linkedin.com/in/oscarspen/
Matthew Yacobucci | https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-yacobucci-323b4b2/
Exploring Quantum Computing, AI, Networking and Cryptography at AppWorld 2025
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Exploring Quantum Computing, AI, Networking and Cryptography at AppWorld 2025
Join us as we dive into the exciting world of quantum computing and AI at App World 2025, held at the fabulous Fontainebleau in Las Vegas. Aubrey from DevCentral hosts a fascinating discussion with Daniela Pontes and Brett Wolmarans from F5. They explore the latest advancements in AI, the impact of quantum computing on cybersecurity, and what the future holds for post-quantum cryptography.
Discover how F5 is leveraging AI to optimize and secure applications, and learn about the recent release of the AI gateway. Daniela delves into the looming threat of quantum computing on current cryptography standards, explaining the importance of transitioning to quantum-resistant algorithms and even a little on quantum networking. Stay tuned for insights on how industries like finance and healthcare are preparing for a quantum future. Don't miss this episode full of expert knowledge and cutting-edge technology!
Discover how F5 is leveraging AI to optimize and secure applications, and learn about the recent release of the AI gateway. Daniela delves into the looming threat of quantum computing on current cryptographic systems, explaining the importance of transitioning to quantum-resistant algorithms. Stay tuned for insights on how industries like finance and healthcare are preparing for a quantum future. Don't miss this episode full of expert knowledge and cutting-edge technology!
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Join hosts Joel Moses, Oscar Spencer, and Matt Yacobucci as they dive deep into the world of formal verification with special guest Chris Fallin. In this episode of WebAssembly Unleashed, the team discusses the importance of formal verification in software development, particularly for WebAssembly. Chris, a co-author of the Cranelift compiler and Mozilla alum, explains the concept of formal verification, its significance, and how it can be applied to ensure software correctness and security. The conversation covers a range of topics including type safety, the use of SMT solvers, the challenges in formally verifying compilers, and the potential role of AI in generating formally verified code. Don't miss this insightful discussion if you're keen to learn about cutting-edge techniques to make software more reliable and secure.
00:00 Welcome to WebAssembly Unleashed
00:57 Community Updates
01:41 Guest Introduction: Chris Fallin
02:18 What is formal verification and why is it important?
03:10 Formal Verification in WebAssembly
06:28 Challenges and Real-World Applications
07:52 Tools and Techniques for Verification
20:22 Future Directions and Broader Implications
28:21 AI and Formal Verification
30:44 Lack of Formal Verification Consequences
Did you miss the WebAssembly Unleashed episode 16 with Bruce Gain? Check it out here: https://youtu.be/Gjd8l1Sz9qY?si=QGixwObXJgvex9DS
For more from F5's Office of the CTO visit the following sites:
Blogs - https://www.f5.com/company/octo
Reports - https://www.f5.com/services/resources/reports
Meet Your Hosts:
Joel Moses | https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelmoses/ | https://community.f5.com/users/joel_moses/398372
Oscar Spencer | https://twitter.com/oscar_spen | https://www.linkedin.com/in/oscarspen/
Matthew Yacobucci | https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-yacobucci-323b4b2/