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A podcast exploring innovation behind our day to day technology, tech news, how-stuff-works and everything surrounding them.

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November 15, 2024Episode 1558 min

015 - [Interview] Secrets of the Sky: Cracking the Cloud Code

🌥️ Secrets of the Sky: Cracking the Cloud Code 🌥️ In this episode of Glitch, we unravel the mysteries of cloud computing with tech enthusiast Hardik Ruparel. From turning a love for FIFA into a passion for distributed systems to using the cloud for social good, Hardik shares stories that prove the cloud is more than just storage—it's a game-changer. We explore:✨ How cloud tech powers everything from Google Photos to global education.✨ The role of AI and security in shaping the future of the cloud.✨ Practical advice for budding techies looking to break into the field. Whether you’re a tech newbie or a pro, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and a glimpse into the boundless potential of the digital sky. You can contact Hardik in following email : hardikruparel14@gmail.com 💡 Key takeaway: The cloud isn’t just tech—it’s transforming how we live, learn, and innovate. 🎧 Tune in now to uncover the secrets behind the digital sky!

August 27, 2024Episode 1421 min

014 - A.I: Differentiating disruptors from the disrupted [Part 1/4]

Ever wondered if AI is the new Picasso or if it's just rewriting the rules of creativity? Join me in my episode to explore how generative AI is shaking up the creativity world and pushing the boundaries of innovation in software engineering. In this thought-provoking episode, I embark on a journey to explore one of the most profound questions of our time: "Can machines really be creative?" As generative AI applications like ChatGPT and Co-Pilot push the boundaries of what technology can achieve, we delve into the heart of what creativity truly means. Join me as I discuss the nature of creativity itself, examining how imagination fuels the extraordinary capabilities of the human brain. We'll uncover the astonishing ways in which human intelligence operates, contrasting it with the abilities of large language models and why these models, despite their advancements, still fall short of achieving human-level general intelligence. Throughout this episode, we challenge the notion that AI could ever fully replicate the depth of human creativity and intelligence. And finally, stay tuned until the end for an exciting update about our Patreon community, where you can get even more involved in the conversation. [ Time Stamp @ 17:00 ] This is just the beginning of a fascinating exploration into the intersection of creativity, intelligence, and the future of AI. Don't miss it! **Drop your thoughts below!** 👇 Are you excited, skeptical, or a bit of both? Can't wait to hear your take! Stay tuned, and don't forget to hit that follow button so you don't miss out! 🎧 Links: ------ 1) Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/GlitchPodast 2) Website: ivkrm.com Book reference: ----------------- 1) Consciousness by Anil Seth 2) A brief history of intelligence by Max Bennett

February 22, 2024Episode 447 min

013 - [Interview] Disrupted Classrooms - Navigating Glitches in Education

In this episode, we take an unconventional turn as we address a critical glitch in the heart of our society – the education system. And who better to guide us through this complex landscape than our special guest, Suhaina Sultan, a seasoned expert in primary education with a decade of hands-on experience. As we navigate through the conversation, the first question on the table is, "What exactly is an education system?" Suhaina dives into the intricate web that makes up our current educational structure and sheds light on how it may be experiencing a glitch, a deviation from its intended purpose. 💡 Key Takeaways: Unveiling the nuances of the education system. Reflecting on the role of classrooms in nurturing creativity. Questioning the need for a rigid curriculum. Examining the connection between curriculum and effective learning. Evaluating the goals of modern education. Scrutinizing the influence of curriculum on the overall system. Discussing the challenge of providing individual attention in classrooms. Offering an honest opinion on the current state of education. Considering the validity of homeschooling as an alternative. 🎧 Tune in and Join the Conversation! This episode promises to be a riveting exploration of the glitches within our education system. So, whether you're an educator, a parent, or simply curious about the future of education, don't miss out on this enriching conversation. Tune in to Glitch and join us on this journey of unraveling the complexities within the heart of our education system. Remember, every glitch is an opportunity for improvement. Let's navigate the intricacies together and pave the way for a more dynamic and effective education system. Stay tuned, stay curious! 🚀✨ More about Suhaina: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suhainasultan/ Time Stamps: 01:22 - Introduction 03:00 - Start of Interview 04:00 - What exactly is an education system 05:00 - Do you think the classrooms foster the experimentation thought process in a child 06:30 - Do we need a curriculum based skeletal system at this age? 11:00 - Where is the nexus happening between curriculum and a child's learning? 15:50 - What are we trying to achieve in present day's education system? 20:00 - Why should a curriculum determine the education system? 25:00 - Problem statement: How does a teacher give individual attention in a classroom? 32:00 - Honest opinion about the reality of education system. 39:00 - Home schooling, is that a valid opinion ? 46:00 - Outro and End Note

October 30, 2023Episode 332 min

012 - A.I and ChatGPT - The Tech behind the 'Hype'

In this episode, we're peeling back the layers of AI, focusing on the tech behind the 'Hype,' and exploring the fascinating landscape of what it means to be human when we're sharing the digital stage with AI, particularly our good old friend, ChatGPT. I wanted to discuss topics like: 🧑‍💻 What Makes Us Human? Is there a distinct line between humans and machines, or is it all just a big blur? We'll tackle this question and explore how AI challenges our perceptions of humanity and the boundaries of our existence in the digital age. 🧠 What is Consciousness? We start our journey by probing the age-old question: What is consciousness, and can machines ever truly possess it? We'll delve into the tantalizing possibility of artificial consciousness. Buckle up, it's going to get a bit philosophical! 💻 The Tech Behind ChatGPT Ever wondered what's going on behind the screens of ChatGPT? I'll take you through the technical intricacies of how this AI marvel works, from natural language processing to deep learning architectures. 🔌 AI and Our Digital Society Our chat wouldn't be complete without discussing the societal implications. We'll discuss the impact of AI, from ethics and privacy to the potential for a harmonious coexistence between humans and AI. Also as I promised, there are few of the books I referred and thought worth sharing: Genius Makers - Cade Metz What Computers Still Can’t Do - Hubert Dreyfus The Alignment Problem - Brian Christian The Road to Conscious Machines - Michael Wooldridge Get ready to have your mind twisted, expanded, and maybe even a little glitched. Let's dig deep into the tech that's shaking our world!

July 12, 20236 min

003 - Alan Turing and the tangled invention of computing

“We can only see a short distance ahead, but we can see plenty there that needs to be done” - Alan TuringIn today’s episode of Glitch we will be talking about this great mathematician Alan Turing and why he is known as the Father of modern computers.Turing's legacy is huge. We live in a world full of computers, thanks to the work of Alan Turing. The basic principle of the modern computer—the idea of controlling the machine's operations by means of programming instructions and storing it in the computer's memory—was conceived by Alan Turing.Turning machines are the blueprint of the modern day computers, anything from your desktop to your smart phones or the computers in the international space station are based on the Turing’s model. Anything that can be computed can in principle be done by Turning machine. If a Turning machine can’t compute it, it’s not computable. Even though the model was conceived more than 90 years ago, Currently there are no working model for computation is more powerful than Turing’s. Reach out to me @ https://www.ivkrm.com/Support the show (https://paypal.me/ivkrm?locale.x=en_GB)

July 11, 2023Episode 217 min

011 - Unwinding Threads - the 'Twitter Killer'

Welcome, dear listeners, to another captivating episode of our podcast! Today, we're diving headfirst into the vibrant world of social media, but hold onto your hats because we're taking a detour from the beaten path with a delightful twist. Buckle up for a wild ride as we explore "Threads", the hippest social media application on the block. I wanted to discuss about what exactly it is and how the future of this application is going to be. So get ready to thread the needle of social media greatness. Let's dive in and weave some magic together!

January 10, 2023Episode 114 min

010 - Revenge of Reality - Tech bubble burst 2022

The tech industry has enjoyed seemingly unstoppable growth over the past decade, but in 2022 it finally hit an immovable object: a slowing worldwide economy.      In simple terms are we (software engineers ) screwed? With companies like Meta, Amazon and Twitter companies announcing their large scale layoffs in past few months, the ultimate question arises - Is FAANG f**ked? Join me in this episode to know a software engineer's point of view on what is exactly happening behind the screens. Where I go through my analysis of what has happened to big tech over the last few months and what the future holds for software engineers.

June 19, 2022Episode 925 min

009 - Season 1 Finale - Questions and Answers

This is a freestyle episode I wanted to have and call it the final episode of season one. I thought I would talk more on my personal side, what I do for a living, how it all started and why I chose to record a podcast and what were my expectations when I started this podcast. Also I wanted to have a few questions from my audience answered in this episode. I posted about this in my various social media platforms and I have quite a few interesting questions. You can jump on to the time stamps for specific questions if you are interested :) Why do people who code always prefer dark and text based interactions, can't you guys develop your own fancy graphics user interfaces and make your life easier? And the most important part: why do you hit the enter key so hard?! (03.17) Why do coding people have to bring in complex technical keywords and references from your work life in a normal conversation? (05.32) Do machines have a brain of their own and can they think ? (07.25) Why do you people need so many monitors when you work?(10.10) Can you hack my Instagram? (12.22) Will you fix my computer? (13.39) Do you always carry a screwdriver?(13.54) How does the internet work? And how does it have all the answers? (14.41) What mobile phone do you use? And do you trust your mobile/pc? (16.09) Are the technologies shown in sci-fi movies possible in reality? What are a few which you think is pure fiction and they went overboard with their imagination? (17.24) Are you an alien? (19.21) Why does life sucks? (19.44) What is your take on God? Do you believe in god? (20.06) Website: https://ivkrm.com/

March 26, 202211 min

008 - Cryptocurrencies : The raise of disruptive technology!

Since human beings evolved, currency has been an important part of our lives. Now as technology improves more advanced, more people are buying things online and using credit cards. We are at a point where we don't see our money anymore. Now it all converges to an entry in a spreadsheet. In this episode I want to talk about where exactly crypto currency fits in with the financial bubble. As a tech geek, it’s the concept of Blockchain which is the key technology behind the crypto coins like bitcoins! What exactly are block chains? How does crypto-mining help in earning money? How this is going to be an disruptive technology? Join me in this episode to answer all the above questions.This is not an episode where I would be discussing the investment options on crypto currencies and which currencies you should be investing on.Support the show (https://paypal.me/ivkrm?locale.x=en_GB)

October 4, 20217 min

007 - A World ruled by algorithms

They are everywhere!Algorithms are in the social media apps we use everyday, in search engines, even in dating apps!In this episode, we will talk about what they actually are? How they work ? Who makes them?Should we be worried about them and can they think for themselves!We can’t ask for change or know that there is something that needs changing if we don’t understand it. Nor can we have reasonable conversations to ask for things to change without a basic understanding of things.We don’t need an algorithm free future. But we can start to confront our own, very human, biases as we code and create it!Following the below link let's Buzzsprout know I sent you, also gets you a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and helps support our show.https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1245728Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://paypal.me/ivkrm?locale.x=en_GB)