Welcome to Cloud Control, the podcast where we delve into the world of cloud computing and explore the experiences of industry professionals. In this episode, our host Shon Harris sits down with Chaitra Vadilapuli, co-founder and CMO of Meylah, a leading tech company. Chaitra is a renowned thought leader with a passion for digital transformation and economic inclusion. Join us as we uncover Chaitra's journey in the tech industry, discuss the evolution of cloud computing, and gain valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by women in the field. Get ready for an engaging and enlightening conversation on the power of the cloud.

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Guest: Chaitra Vedullapalli, co-founder and CMO of Meylah https://www.linkedin.com/in/chaitrav / https://twitter.com/cvedulla

Host: Shon Harris, Developer Relations Lead, Spot by NetApp @inkedtater / swharr

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Timestamped Chapter Summary

00:00 - Introductions

01:22 - Chaitra's Entry into Cloud Computing

03:26 - Comparing Corporate Cultures: Insights into the differences between working at Oracle and Microsoft

04:01 - Strategic Initiatives at Oracle and Microsoft

06:40 - Early Days of Azure: Reflections on Microsoft's strategic response to AWS and the development of Azure

08:30 - Evolution of Cloud Marketplaces

10:05 - How cloud computing has transformed enterprise hardware procurement and strategy

11:05 - Democratization of Technology via Marketplaces

14:20 - Leveraging Marketplaces for Tech Innovation

18:44 - Using Films for Tech Advocacy: Chaitra discusses her innovative approach to using films as a marketing tool in the tech space

22:30 - Challenges and Opportunities for Women in Tech

26:22 - Success Stories from Women in Cloud

29:58 - Encouraging Male Participation

32:21 - Role of AI in Changing Industry Dynamics

37:09 - Future of Cloud and Wise Technology Use