I have long been a fan of startups. Somewhere inside of me, an entrepreneur is just waiting to get out. My first job out of college was working for a growing company that IPO'ed during the "dot-com" boom in the late 1990s. I didn't even know it was a startup at the time, but it... Continue Reading →
“Machine Learning for Network and Cloud Engineers” – Javier Antich
Network Automation's Future: Machine Learning for Network and Cloud Engineers by Javier Antich The world of networks and cloud infrastructure is constantly evolving. Complexity is rising, yet these systems remain critical for businesses of all sizes. Network and cloud engineers are facing a pressure cooker: how to manage ever-growing infrastructure while maintaining efficiency and performance.... Continue Reading →
“The Anxious Generation” – Jonathan Haidt
Jonathan Haidt's new book, The Anxious Generation, is making waves for its exploration of the link between the rise of technology and the alarming increase in mental health issues among teens. Haidt argues that a "great rewiring of childhood" is taking place, fueled by smartphones and overprotective parenting, and it's leading to an "epidemic of... Continue Reading →
“Talent Is Overrated” – Geoff Colvin
Introduction Many people believe that talent is something you're born with. It is something I was taught growing up. Geoff Colvin's book Talent is Overrated shatters this myth. With thorough research and fascinating ideas, Colvin questions the usual beliefs about success and talent. He gives readers a new way of thinking that is both inspiring... Continue Reading →
“The Founders: The Story of Paypal and the Entrepreneurs Who Shaped Silicon Valley” – Jimmy Soni
Introduction Having a passion for both technology and business, I find the innovation and stories of technology and entrepreneurship fascinating. There are pivotal moments and unsung heroes who shape our digital landscape. Jimmy Soni's captivating narrative, The Founders, offers readers a compelling insight into the minds behind the inception of PayPal, tracing the roots of... Continue Reading →
“Losing the Signal: The Untold Story Behind the Extraordinary Rise and Spectacular Fall of BlackBerry” – Jacquie McNish & Sean Silcoff
Introduction I recently heard friends in the IT industry talking about how much they enjoyed the movie BlackBerry. The film is loosely based on the book Losing the Signal: The Untold Story Behind the Extraordinary Rise and Spectacular Fall of Blackberry by Jacquie McNish and Sean Silcoff, so I wanted to read the book before... Continue Reading →