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The Data Coffee Break Podcast
Christian Silva & Marc Montanari
31 episodes
9 months ago
Send us a text Ever wondered how cycling from London to Paris could inspire an in-depth discussion about AI? Join us as Marc shares his scenic adventure along the charming Avenue Vert, setting the stage for a captivating exploration into the world of open-source large language models (LLMs). Christian and Marc delve into the heart of AI, examining the strengths and limitations of open models like Mistral, Meta's Llama, and Google's Gemma compared to closed systems such as GPT, Gemini or Claud...
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Send us a text Ever wondered how cycling from London to Paris could inspire an in-depth discussion about AI? Join us as Marc shares his scenic adventure along the charming Avenue Vert, setting the stage for a captivating exploration into the world of open-source large language models (LLMs). Christian and Marc delve into the heart of AI, examining the strengths and limitations of open models like Mistral, Meta's Llama, and Google's Gemma compared to closed systems such as GPT, Gemini or Claud...
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The Data Coffee Break Podcast
#31 - Open vs. Closed LLMs: A Strategic Guide
Send us a text Ever wondered how cycling from London to Paris could inspire an in-depth discussion about AI? Join us as Marc shares his scenic adventure along the charming Avenue Vert, setting the stage for a captivating exploration into the world of open-source large language models (LLMs). Christian and Marc delve into the heart of AI, examining the strengths and limitations of open models like Mistral, Meta's Llama, and Google's Gemma compared to closed systems such as GPT, Gemini or Claud...
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1 year ago
24 minutes

The Data Coffee Break Podcast
#30 - To RAG or not RAG
Send us a text Grab your mug, it's Data Coffee Break time with Christian and Marc! ☕️ This episode, we're brewing up a hot topic: RAG vs. Giant Context Windows. You might be wondering, what in the world is RAG and why should I care? Well, settle in because we're about to break it down for you, no matter if you're an AI rockstar or just dipping your toes into the data pool. We'll be chatting about the latest news in the wild world of AI, then diving deep into this whole RAG situation. Is the f...
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1 year ago
23 minutes

The Data Coffee Break Podcast
#29 - Data and AI Trends for 2024 with Ivan Coelho
Send us a text One year after our first attempt to predict the data trends of 2023, we look back into our prediction and reflect on how this year was transformative. Then, we gear back into 2024 with a heated debate with Ivan Coelho, our infamous guest, to dissect what could be a transformative year for the Data and AI space. Tune in and listen to our take for 2024 and some tips along the way. Some interesting reading: https://sloanreview.mit.edu/article/five-key-trends-in-ai-and-data-scienc...
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1 year ago
40 minutes

The Data Coffee Break Podcast
#28 - LangChain, LlamaIndex and RAG - Let's define
Send us a text Join Marc and Christian in our first episode of 2024 as we dive into an exhilarating discussion exploring the nuances between two groundbreaking frameworks - LangChain and LlamaIndex. ☕📊 In this episode, we've brewed up the perfect blend of insight and clarity for all levels of familiarity with frameworks for GenAI. Whether you're a seasoned data wizard or just dipping your toes into the vast ocean of data science, this episode promises to serve up a stimulating exp...
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1 year ago
28 minutes

The Data Coffee Break Podcast
#27 - Let's talk about AI with Natalia Koupanou
Send us a text Buckle up for a caffeinated conversation as we dive deeply into the fascinating world of AI with our AI expert guest, Natalia Koupanu! A seasoned AI practitioner and director. In this episode, Marc and Christian switch on their curiosity engines and get Natalia to share her AI wisdom. We kick things off with MLOps – yes, we'll break down the tech jargon for you! Then, we move on to the exciting universe of Generative AI, where Natalia paints a picture of how AI sparks creativi...
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2 years ago
33 minutes

The Data Coffee Break Podcast
#26 - The Great Demo Talk with Ivan Coelho
Send us a text Demos, you see, are more than just showing off cool stuff. They're your secret weapon for getting your message across, winning hearts, and nailing your goals. So, whether you're in pre-sales, consultancy, or want to level up your presentation game, this episode is for you! Ivan, our recurrent guest and a demo legend, spills the beans on why having good discovery and a purpose behind your demo is the game-changer. Sometimes, it's not about flashy graphics; it's about saying the...
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2 years ago
43 minutes

The Data Coffee Break Podcast
#25 - Mastering Storytelling
Send us a text Hey there, coffee lovers! Ready for another awesome episode of the Data Coffee Break Podcast? Get excited because Marc and Christian are back with a data talk on "Mastering Storytelling." Brew a fresh cup, kick back, and join us as we dive into the world of storytelling – the secret sauce that turns bland data into gripping tales. Prepare to amp up your storytelling skills with tips and tricks that Marc and Christian will provide. And guess what? It's not all about number...
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2 years ago
19 minutes

The Data Coffee Break Podcast
#24 - Asking Your Data the Right Question with David Sigerson
Send us a text In this episode, Marc and Christian are joined by David Sigerson to explore the critical role of asking the right questions in data-driven decision-making and data literacy, the evolution of Machine Learning models, and the importance of focusing on business problems rather than technology. Are you looking to hone your data-driven skills become more data literate. and understand the difference between statistics and machine learning models? Then this episode is for you! ...
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2 years ago
42 minutes

The Data Coffee Break Podcast
#23 - Changing job? Here is our data interview advice
Send us a text As the demand for data professionals continues to skyrocket, organisations need to find the right individuals with the skills, knowledge, and mindset to excel in the field. In this episode, Marc and Christian share their insights and discuss the key factors to consider and best practices when interviewing for data roles. Whether you're a hiring manager seeking guidance on identifying top-notch data talent or an aspiring data professional looking to ace your next interview, this...
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2 years ago
39 minutes

The Data Coffee Break Podcast
#22 - Finding the next Data Unicorn with Andrea Vasco
Send us a text Andrea joins Marc & Christian to explore the qualities and attributes that make a startup stand out from the crowd, discussing the essential ingredients for creating a unicorn in the data space. In this episode, they touch upon the importance of a strong team, effective leadership, and a clear vision, as well as the significance of timing and market dynamics in determining the trajectory of a startup. From product-market fit and scalability to company culture, they dive i...
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2 years ago
41 minutes

The Data Coffee Break Podcast
#21 - Data Mesh vs Data Fabric
Send us a text Data Mesh and Data Fabric are gaining popularity in the industry, but many people still need to decide which one to choose. In this episode, Marc and Christian will explore the key differences, similarities, pros and cons of these two approaches to managing data within the organisation. Both aim to improve data accessibility and collaboration but take different paths to achieve this goal. For example, data Mesh emphasises the importance of decentralisation and dis...
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2 years ago
25 minutes

The Data Coffee Break Podcast
#20 - Data Contracts Friend or Foe?
Send us a text Data Contracts have become an increasingly important concept in the world of data management, but the term itself is still relatively new for many people. In this episode, Christian and Marc examine the term's origins and explore why this trend has become such a critical concept for data-driven organisations. They discuss the different types of Data Contracts and how they work together to ensure your data is reliable and trustworthy. They also explore the use cases for Data Con...
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2 years ago
23 minutes

The Data Coffee Break Podcast
#19 - The Data Economy: How to Monetise your Data with Alex Eskinasy
Send us a text As companies sit on mountains of data, the insights and value generated are reaching new heights for most. But the next level is to take advantage of this private data and monetise it to service clients, partners and customers. Data monetisation is the perfect next step for an organisation to generate substantial insights and new revenue streams. But this comes at the cost of implementation and requires strong leadership to make such an endeavour successful. In this episode, Ch...
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2 years ago
30 minutes

The Data Coffee Break Podcast
#18 - Big Brother? No, just Data Observability
Send us a text Data Observability is an essential practice for anyone working with data, but many people still need to become familiar with it. In this episode, Marc and Christian introduce the topic and explore what sets Data Observability apart from Data Quality. They discuss the pillars of Data Observability and examine how they work together to ensure your data is always reliable and trustworthy. Finally, Marc shares some best practices for getting started with Data Observability. So whet...
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2 years ago
23 minutes

The Data Coffee Break Podcast
#17 - What is Data Engineering?
Send us a text Marc and Christian explore the exciting world of data engineering. In this episode, we'll introduce data engineering and discuss data engineers' tasks, including data ingestion, transformation, storage, and analysis, with tools such as Apache Spark and other data processing and analysis tools. Data engineering is critical to the data lifecycle, transforming raw data into usable insights and intelligence. As data becomes increasingly important in business and technology, the ro...
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2 years ago
20 minutes

The Data Coffee Break Podcast
#16 - The real challenges in Data Engineering with Denis Zaboronsky
Send us a text Denis Zaboronsky shares his insights on some of the critical challenges data engineers face in their day-to-day work. In this episode, we discuss the intricacies of data quality, the real value of real-time analytics and the critical importance of data security and data opps, particularly in the age of big data and cloud computing. Denis is a senior data engineer interested in working towards greener technologies. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denis-zaboro...
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2 years ago
38 minutes

The Data Coffee Break Podcast
#15 - Technical Sales? Focus on Delivering Value
Send us a text A technical sale involves selling products or services that require a high level of technical expertise or knowledge. But how do we stay away from the feature comparison and cost conversation? In this episode, hosts Marc and Christian dive into the world of technical sales to discuss the importance of understanding customer pain points, the role of storytelling in conveying the value of a product or service and the importance of knowing how to handle objections. So let'...
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2 years ago
24 minutes

The Data Coffee Break Podcast
#14 - When Data Becomes a Product
Send us a text In this episode, we explore the emerging trend of data products and why they matter in today's business world. Many companies are shifting their focus from traditional data analytics to creating data products that provide tangible value to their customers. We delve into the differences between data products and Data as a Product (DaaP), their key characteristics and how you can start building data products, including the importance of data governance, user-centric design, and t...
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2 years ago
21 minutes

The Data Coffee Break Podcast
#13 - Biotech Analytics, saving the world with Data with Amber Hilton
Send us a text Amber shares her insights and expertise on the importance of biotech analytics and how it helps drive progress in the medical industry. In this episode, we discuss the importance of biotech and how it differs from Medtech. We also delve into the process of collecting and regulating data in the biotech industry and the skill set needed for data professionals looking to get into the biotech analytics field. Join Marc and Christian to learn more about biotech analytics's role and ...
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2 years ago
34 minutes

The Data Coffee Break Podcast
#12 - Top Data Trends for 2023 with Ivan Coelho
Send us a text Happy New Year, data community! We wish you a successful and data-driven year in 2023. For this episode, we sit in person with Ivan Coelho (Solution Consultant in the data and work management industry) to discuss some data trends for 2023. As you will discover, not all topics, we are discussing receive the stamp of data trend from our point of view. Potential data trends we discussed in this episode: Data Mesh and Data FabricReal-time analyticsData as a Service (DaaS)Semantic L...
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2 years ago
37 minutes

The Data Coffee Break Podcast
Send us a text Ever wondered how cycling from London to Paris could inspire an in-depth discussion about AI? Join us as Marc shares his scenic adventure along the charming Avenue Vert, setting the stage for a captivating exploration into the world of open-source large language models (LLMs). Christian and Marc delve into the heart of AI, examining the strengths and limitations of open models like Mistral, Meta's Llama, and Google's Gemma compared to closed systems such as GPT, Gemini or Claud...