🚨 New Podcast Alert! 🎙️

We’re thrilled to launch Off The Algorithm, a podcast where we break away from the hype and dive into the forces shaping the software engineering industry.

In our first episode, Better AI Engineer, our CEO Boris Portman and CIO Marc Boudria explore how AI is reshaping the way companies build software teams, the skills engineers need to stay ahead, and what the future of AI-driven development looks like.

🔊 Whether you're a tech leader or an engineer, this conversation will challenge how you think about AI, talent, and the future of software development.

Better AI Engineer

Live set of original music created for a show with the one and only Cazayoux on july 4th 2025 at Flamingo Cantina 

Cazayoux abstractness Live Set of original world and dub music

Live set created for the monthly "Burn" event in Austin TX.  A mix of Djing and live dub production.  Hope you enjoy, bee sure to follow my on instragram, Twitch, youtube and bandcamp at abstractamcr :)

August Burn Set

From finance to fractional CTO, Christopher Esplin’s journey is a masterclass in reinvention. In this episode, we explore how he built his first SaaS from scratch, why being a generalist accelerates early success, and how to lead remote teams built on trust and autonomy. Packed with lessons on innovation, leadership, and learning from failure, this conversation is a must-listen for entrepreneurs and tech leaders. Tune in!

When to build, when to buy, when to walk away

What if the real innovation in tech isn’t flashy features, but smarter cloud cost management? In this episode, Marc Boudria sits down with Asaf Zamir, engineer, fractional CTO, and founder of Cloud Expat, to reveal how optimizing cloud infrastructure can unlock massive growth. From bridging the gap between DevOps and finance, to taming multicloud headaches, Asaf shares the strategies that turn what seems like “backend grunt work” into game changing innovation. If you care about scaling smarter, cutting waste, and making tech work for humans and businesses alike, this conversation is a must-listen.

The Hidden Side of Cloud Innovation: Cost, Waste & Optimization

Set out to make something quick for a piece of video content i had made. Figured i would flesh the rest of it out.  Enjoy. :) 

This Saturday [ FREE DOWNLOAD ]

What does it really mean to innovate in tech today?
In this episode, we unpack why so many companies get stuck in “innovation theater” — chasing trends without creating real impact — and explore what true innovation actually looks like. You’ll hear how to cut through the hype surrounding AI agents and envision future-proof systems that capture, organize, and apply knowledge for lasting value.
Tune in for sharp insights and a redefined vision of innovation, one that turns real impact into lasting ROI.


Beyond Innovation Theater: Uncovering Real-World Value in Tech

Still needs to be mixed and mastered a bit more so this is not the final product.  

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Off The Algorithm is a podcast series by BetterEngineer, the pioneer in creating high-impact tech teams from Latin America that values expertise beyond the resume. This series is all about challenging conventional tech narratives, cutting through the hype, and exploring fresh perspectives that mainstream discussions often overlook. If you’re ready to think differently about technology, innovation, and the future of AI, you’re in the right place. Tune in and break free from the algorithm.

Better AI Engineer

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