Whether you're building your first app or scaling to millions of users, The MongoDB Podcast brings you the conversations worth having. Developers, founders, and technical leaders share how they architect systems, navigate hard decisions, and build with AI.
Watch this episode as a video on Spotify! In this episode of the MongoDB Podcast, host Jesse Hall sits down with Karthik Kalyanamaran, Co-Founder and CTO of Langtrace AI, to discuss how engineering teams are building reliable AI products. Moving from traditional, deterministic software engineering to the non-deterministic world of Large Language Models requires an entirely new approach to debugging, testing, and monitoring. Karthik shares his journey from scaling observability infrastructure at Coinbase to creating Langtrace AI, an open-source LLM application observability platform built on…
Watch this episode in Video Format on Spotify . Are autonomous agents about to replace your traditional CRM? In this episode, Anaiya Raisinghani (Sr. Tech. Evangelist, AI Startups & Ventures at MongoDB) sits down with Ishan Mukherjee, Co-Founder and CEO of ROX. They dive under the hood of ROX, the world’s largest-scale revenue agent company that is building AI to handle the end-to-end revenue cycle autonomously.Ishan breaks down his founder journey—from Amazon Robotics to Apple's Knowledge Graph—and opens up about the technical realities of building AI agents today.What you’ll learn in this…
Watch this episode as a video on Spotify ! In this episode, Luis Pazmino, Industry Principal for Financial Services at MongoDB, sits down with Saurabh Khandelwal from Capgemini to explore how financial institutions can transform payments data into a strategic revenue engine. The conversation dives into GenPAL , Capgemini’s solution powered by MongoDB’s modern data platform, and how it enables organizations to move beyond data storage toward real-time intelligence, AI-driven insights, and data monetisation . In this episode, we discuss: • Evolving Payments Landscape: Key shifts shaping data…
Watch this episode in video format on Spotify! If you're building Python applications on MongoDB and still writing raw queries by hand, you're leaving a lot of developer productivity on the table. Beanie, the async-first ODM built on Pydantic, was created to fix exactly that — and this episode goes deep on how and why it works. You'll learn how Beanie maps Python objects to MongoDB documents without sacrificing atomicity or performance, why async-first design matters for modern Python stacks, how schema migrations actually work in a document database, and what the deprecation of Motor means…
Are you still relying on OCR for your enterprise AI? You're losing critical context. In this episode, Anaiya Raisinghani (Sr. Tech. Evangelist, AI Startups & Ventures at MongoDB) sits down with Adityavardhan Agrawal, Co-Founder and CEO of Morphik. They dive deep into how Morphik is helping developers and enterprises understand complex, unstructured data and automate high-leverage workflows. Adi breaks down the limitations of standard RAG pipelines and reveals why they turned to Vision Language Models (VLMs) to process complex documents like architectural floorplans. What you’ll learn in this…
Read more about Capgemini's Digital Cloud Platform → https://cloud.mongodb.com/ecosystem/c... In this episode of the MongoDB Podcast, Apoorva is joined by Vinay Makkaji from Capgemini and Farid Mohammad from MongoDB to discuss how enterprises are powering the next wave of Agentic AI applications. The conversation explores the shift from AI experimentation to real-world deployment, including AI agents, RAG architectures, and large-scale data modernization.They also unpack how the MongoDB–Capgemini partnership enables organizations to build scalable, production-ready AI solutions through…
Are you trying to figure out if your team should build an AI model from scratch or integrate an off-the-shelf solution? You aren’t alone. In this episode of the MongoDB Podcast, Shane McAlister sits down with Akshaya Murthy, Director of AI Transformation at Zendesk, to decode the maze of building enterprise AI products. They dive into why integrating is often the winning move for speed-to-market, the hidden costs of custom models, and why bad data will break even the most perfect transformer model. What you’ll learn in this episode: The Build vs. Buy Calculus: Why lower Total Cost of…
In this episode, Michael Lynn (MongoDB) and Yang Li (Google Cloud) break down the architectural blueprint for building intelligent, production-grade applications. Move beyond simple RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) and explore the world of AI Agents. What you’ll learn: The Google Cloud AI stack: Vertex AI, Agent Space, and Model Garden. Deep-dive integration: Connecting MongoDB Atlas with BigQuery and Dataflow. Real-world Demo: Building a grocery store AI assistant using Gemini and Vector Search. Startup Perks: How to access up to $350k in Google Cloud credits and $10k in MongoDB credits.
Everyone's talking about AI taking over coding jobs, but what's the real story? Shane McAllister and DataCamp's Richie Cotton dive into the "vibe coding" phenomenon and expose the biggest misconceptions developers have about AI. Learn how to shift your mindset from a pure coder to a "vibe curator" and future-proof your career. Don't miss the full video discussion, available to watch now in the Spotify app.
In this live episode we’ll explore how Cisco harnesses the power of MongoDB Atlas Vector Search to enable cutting-edge AI capabilities across various projects. We’ll dive into its pivotal role in solutions like Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and the Agentic Framework, demonstrating how it serves as the backbone for efficient and scalable data retrieval. Learn how MongoDB Atlas Vector Search empowers Cisco to bridge the gap between unstructured data and intelligent AI-driven insights, fueling innovation across various use cases.
How do you test a GenAI application that's constantly changing? In this episode, Shane talks to Leonard Tang, co-founder of Haize Labs, about why traditional testing fails for LLMs and how to adopt a new evaluation strategy. Leonard introduces "fuzzing"—a powerful technique for discovering edge cases, improving reliability, and building AI you can actually trust. He also gives a live demo of the Haize Labs platform, so be sure to watch the video version on YouTube or Spotify to see it in action.
In this event, Shane McAllister will cover how Albert Podusenko got introduced to MongoDB and in 2016 decided to start a company using MongoDB as primary database behind their server, handling everything: From model states and real-time event generation to maintaining episodes and storing historical data.In this show we'll talk about: How to make a product out of research. Walk through it's journey that culminated with the creation of Lazy Dynamics. Show how they utilize MongoDB with demos and examples.
Is building the backend for your AI application slowing you down? In this episode of the MongoDB Podcast, host Jesse Hall sits down with Srikar and Jimmy, the creators of Daemo AI, a revolutionary tool designed to eliminate the tedious "plumbing" of backend development. Discover how Daemo AI is building upon deprecated MongoDB features like Realm App Services, creating a more powerful and flexible solution for developers. We dive deep into their tech stack, including Next.js, Deno, and Express , and explore why they chose MongoDB for its speed and flexibility in AI applications. Plus, you'll…
🔴 LIVE: How MongoDB Atlas Is Redefining Elasticity for Cost-Optimized PerformanceWelcome to this special episode where we explore the cutting-edge elasticity features in MongoDB Atlas—designed to help organizations optimize costs without sacrificing performance.Whether you're a software engineer, DevOps lead, or IT decision-maker, this conversation will show you how to scale smarter, faster, and more reliably.
Is waiting months for employee feedback a thing of the past? Dive into the future of work with Shane McAllister and L10 founders, Zyrian Chung and Keith Chan . Discover how their AI-powered platform collects daily insights to transform workplace culture, empower managers, and address issues like silent quitting before they escalate. Learn how real-time feedback and AI can create more engaged and productive teams, and get a peek into the tech (including MongoDB) that makes it possible. Stop guessing, start understanding your team today! TAGs: #EmployeeEngagement, #AIinHR, #WorkplaceCulture,…
✨ Heads up! This episode features a demonstration of the SnapLogic UI and its AI Agent Creator towards the end. For the full visual experience, check out the video version on the Spotify app! ✨ (Episode Summary) Tired of tangled data spread across multiple clouds, on-premise systems, and the edge? In this episode, MongoDB's Shane McAllister sits down with Peter Ngai, Principal Architect at SnapLogic, to explore the future of data integration and management in today's complex tech landscape. Dive into the challenges and solutions surrounding modern data architecture , including: Navigating…
**(Note: Spotify listeners can also watch the screen sharing video accompanying the audio. Other podcast platforms offer the audio-only version.)** In this episode of MongoDB Podcast Live, host Shane McAllister is joined by Sachin Hejip from Dataworkz. Sachin will showcase “Dataworkz Agent Builder” which is built with MongoDB Atlas Vector Search, and demonstrate how it can use Natural Language to create Agents and in turn, automate and simplify the creation of Agentic RAG applications. Sachin will demo the MongoDB Leafy Portal Chatbot Agent, which combines operational data with unstructured…
**(Note: Spotify listeners can also watch the screen sharing video accompanying the audio. Other podcast platforms offer the audio-only version.)** Struggling with millions of unstructured documents, legacy records, or scattered data formats? Discover how AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and MongoDB are revolutionizing data management in this episode of the MongoDB Podcast.Join host Shane McAllister and the team as they delve into tackling complex data challenges using cutting-edge technology. Learn how MongoDB Atlas Vector Search enables powerful semantic search and Retrieval Augmented…
MongoDB staff developer advocate Jesse Hall teams up with Storecraft creator Tomer Shalev to dissect how this open-source commerce platform leverages MongoDB for scalable, AI-driven workflows. Watch them live-code integrations (vector search, dynamic pricing, email automation) and explore real-world use cases—from custom discount logic to OpenAI-powered product recommendations. Perfect for developers building modular, future-proof commerce solutions.
Ever wondered how companies like Amazon or Pinterest deliver lightning-fast image search? Dive into this episode of MongoDB Podcast Live with Shane McAllister and Nenad , a MongoDB Champion, as they unravel the magic of semantic image search powered by MongoDB Atlas Vector Search ! 🔍 What You’ll Learn : Why semantic search is a game-changer for AI-driven applications (spoiler: it’s all about meaning , not just keywords!). How to transform images into vectors (embeddings) and store them alongside your data —no clunky ETL pipelines required! A live demo showcasing real-time image search on a…
🔥 How can AI transform customer retention and drive revenue growth? In this episode of The MongoDB Podcast , join host Shane McAllister and Samir Agarwal , Chief Product Technology Officer at Agmeta, as they dive into the future of AI-driven customer insights. Discover how Agmeta leverages MongoDB Atlas Vector Search and cutting-edge AI tools to predict churn, personalize customer experiences, and unlock hidden value in customer interactions. 🔹 Key Takeaways: Why traditional customer surveys fail—and how AI extracts real-time insights from calls, chats, and transcripts. The role of…
Welcome to MongoDB Podcast with host Shay McAlister! In this engaging episode, we dive into the transformative realm of AI in revenue operations, featuring our special guest, Fabio, Senior Software Development Engineer at MongoDB. Discover how AI is revolutionizing rev ops through Mops AI, a tool born from innovative hackathons. Fabio shares insights on leveraging MongoDB's own tools and advanced technologies like OpenAI and Atlas Vector Search to optimize tedious processes and enhance data utilization. Perfect for developers, AI enthusiasts, and tech innovators, this episode offers deep…
In this episode of MongoDB TV, join Shane McAllister along with MongoDB experts Sabina Friden and Frank Sun as they explore the powerful observability suite within MongoDB Atlas. Discover how these tools can help you optimize database performance, reduce costs, and ensure reliability for your applications. From customizable alerts and query insights to performance advisors and seamless integrations with enterprise tools like Datadog and Prometheus, this episode covers it all. Whether you're a developer, database administrator, or just getting started with MongoDB, learn how to leverage these…
Join us as we conclude our exciting day at Local London! In this final segment, we reflect on the highlights of the event, including key announcements, insightful discussions, and the innovative features showcased throughout the day. Our hosts share their thoughts on the importance of developer productivity, the impact of AI on various industries, and the future of MongoDB's offerings. Whether you missed the event or want to recap the key moments, this episode is packed with valuable insights and a look ahead at what's next for MongoDB.
In this episode, we sit down with industry experts to discuss how MongoDB is revolutionizing the insurance sector through data modernization and AI integration. Discover how MongoDB's document model simplifies data processing, enhances developer productivity, and reduces friction in application development. Learn about the exciting advancements in vector search and unstructured data handling that are set to transform customer experiences in insurance. Whether you're in the industry or just curious about the future of data management, this episode is packed with valuable insights and…
In this episode, we explore the exciting advancements in MongoDB's Atlas CLI and Docker support with a leading expert in developer tools. Discover how these features streamline local development, enabling faster feedback loops and efficient testing environments. Learn about the integration with existing Docker tools, the benefits of running MongoDB locally, and the future enhancements on the horizon. Whether you're a developer looking to optimize your workflow or just curious about the latest in MongoDB, this episode is packed with valuable insights to elevate your development experience.
In this episode, we dive into the world of queryable encryption with our security specialist. Discover how this innovative feature protects sensitive data while allowing for secure querying without exposing any information. Learn about its applications in industries like banking, healthcare, and government, and how it ensures that even in the event of a data breach, your crown jewels remain safe. We also discuss the recent advancements, including range queries and future enhancements like full-text search. Whether you're a developer or a security professional, this episode provides valuable…
Join us for an insightful discussion with a MongoDB expert as we delve into the intricacies of data modeling and design reviews. With over a decade of experience, our guest shares valuable strategies for optimizing data models, avoiding common pitfalls, and ensuring successful implementations. Learn about the importance of aligning your data structure with application needs and discover practical design patterns that can enhance your MongoDB projects. Whether you're new to MongoDB or looking to refine your skills, this episode is packed with actionable insights to elevate your data modeling…
Join us in this engaging conversation with a MongoDB Community Champion as we explore the transformative capabilities of Atlas Search. With nearly a decade of experience using MongoDB at scale, our guest shares insights on managing billions of documents and achieving impressive performance benchmarks. Learn how Atlas Search simplifies data management by eliminating complex pipelines and enhancing efficiency. Whether you're a developer or a data enthusiast, this episode highlights the benefits of leveraging MongoDB's latest features for your projects. Don't miss out on these valuable insights!
Are you ready to revolutionize your approach to time series data? In this episode, we unveil the groundbreaking advancements in MongoDB's time series capabilities that are set to transform how developers manage and analyze high-volume data. Discover how the latest features enhance performance, streamline data ingestion, and simplify querying like never before. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting out, this episode is packed with insights that can elevate your projects to the next level. Don't miss out on the future of data management!
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