# Season 3 Episode 8 | From Server Room to CEO: Matt Butcher on Cloud, Edge & AI

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Podcast: [Humans In AI](https://stenobird.com/podcast/humans-in-ai-7060225)
Published: 2025-08-21T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/humansinai/episodes/Season-3-Episode-8--From-Server-Room-to-CEO-Matt-Butcher-on-Cloud--Edge--AI-e374frb
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Duration seconds: 3725

## Resource

In this conversation, Matt Butcher, CEO of Fermyon Technologies, shares his unique journey into the world of software engineering, starting from an unexpected job in a server room to leading a company focused on the next wave of cloud computing. He discusses the evolution of Fermyon, the challenges faced in the market, and the importance of developer experience in creating serverless functions. The conversation highlights the significance of adapting strategies to meet the needs of both developers and enterprise clients in a rapidly changing technological landscape.Matt Butcher also discusses the evolution of content delivery networks, particularly focusing on Akamai's innovations in edge computing and serverless functions. He shares insights on the challenges of transitioning from an engineering role to a CEO, emphasising the importance of company culture and the right team dynamics. The discussion also touches on the future of cloud computing, AI, and the significance of strategic partnerships in driving business success.🎧 The Humans In AI podcast releases new episodes every Thursday at 12pm!

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