#147 - Chris Williams: The Art of Cloud Therapy and Embracing Vulnerability

Pybites Podcast

Welcome back to the Pybites podcast! In this exciting episode, we delve into the world of cloud computing and personal growth with the remarkable Chris Williams, a renowned AWS Hero and "cloud therapist."
Discover Chris's unique approach to demystifying cloud technology and how he uses his skills to solve complex problems in this field. We'll explore:
- The fascinating role of a "cloud therapist" applied to challenges in cloud computing.
- Chris’s insights on effective communication and his top tips for mastering this skill.
- The mindset that has propelled Chris to success and how you can adopt it.
- The power and importance of being open to vulnerability and admitting when you’re wrong.
- Insights from the vBrownBag show and how it's shaping tech discussions.
- Chris's journey as an AWS Hero and what it means for tech professionals.
- The impact of AI and latest tech trends on our world, and how Chris uses it for coding.
- Chris also shares a cool personal hobby and book tip.
Don’t miss this engaging discussion and Chris’s final piece of invaluable advice. And if you like what you hear, remember to like, subscribe and share this episode with fellow tech enthusiasts!
Chapters:
00:00 Intro podcast
01:30 Intro Chris Williams
02:51 Win of the week
04:21 Cloud therapist
07:20 Communication
09:00 Crucial mindset
13:15 Communication resource (tip)
15:21 Willingness to be wrong
15:59 Pybites ad segment
16:43 AWS hero
18:40 vBrownBag podcast
21:56 Unexpected benefit of show
23:45 Mentoring advice
27:30 Tech trends and AI
29:45 Using AI for coding
32:00 Digital photography
33:32 Books - Deep work
37:50 Final piece of advice
39:00 Wrap up / outro
Links:
- vBrownBag
- Reach out to Chris:
- on X
- on LinkedIn
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