Segment 1: The Intersection of AI, Developer Relations, and Data Management
- Carter, in April 2024, you mentioned a session about building a search engine with Bindi Pankhudi featuring demos of Airbyte and DataStax Astra DB. Could you walk us through how these technologies can be used together in real projects? What makes them complementary? [10 mins]
- You emphasized Python's role in your project. What are the Python frameworks or libraries that are essential in your current projects, and why? [10 mins]
- What challenges do you face while integrating these technologies and how do you address them? [5 mins]
- Moving forward, how do you see AI influencing developer relations and the tools developers use? [5 mins]
Segment 2: Building and Leading a DevRel Team at DataStax
- You talked about building out the DevRel team at DataStax, especially around projects involving AI. How do you identify the right talent and what qualities do you look for? [10 mins]
- How has the role of developer relations evolved with the rise of AI technologies? [10 mins]
- Could you share a successful case study or project from your team that exemplifies effective developer relations practices? [5 mins]
- What tools and strategies do you employ to engage with and grow the developer community? [5 mins]
Segment 3: Importance of Developer Experience (DevX) in B2B Platforms
- Reflecting on your experience in February 2023, how do you define 'thin layer' in the context of developer experience? [10 mins]
- What tangible benefits have you seen from investing in DevX, such as quick starts, docs, SDKs, debugging, and testing? [7 mins]
- Are there particular metrics or feedback mechanisms you use to measure the success of DevX enhancements? [6 mins]
- Could you discuss a project where focusing significantly on DevX improved the overall success or reception of a platform? [7 mins]
Segment 4: The Role and Future of A/B Testing in Product Management
- Referencing your tweet from March 26, 2023, where does A/B testing fit into your overall product strategy? [10 mins]
- How do you structure A/B tests to ensure they are effective and reliable? [10 mins]
- Can you share an example where A/B testing led to a significant pivot or enhancement in a product you were developing? [5 mins]
- Looking ahead, what are some emerging techniques or technologies you see enhancing A/B testing practices?