In this episode of The STEMINISTS Podcast, host Phoebe Goh sits down with Temitayo Sam-Andenekan, Senior Solutions Architect at NetApp, to unpack how virtualization has evolved from a focus on virtual machines to a broader, platform-driven approach. Together, they explore the growing intersection of Kubernetes, automation, and application modernization and why this shift is as much about business resilience as it is about technology.
Temi shares how organizations can bridge the gap between traditional workloads and containerized environments using Kubernetes, while avoiding common blind spots around security, scalability, and operational complexity. She also dives into a critical but often overlooked topic: data protection. From application-aware strategies to disaster recovery and portability, this conversation highlights why recovery, not backup, is the true measure of modern resilience.
You’ll also hear practical guidance on:
Adopting a unified platform for VMs and containers
Asking the right questions about recovery and resiliency
Planning cross-functional transformation across teams
Ensuring your data protection strategy is Kubernetes-native
Plus, Temi shares what’s inspiring her beyond the workplace, mentoring the next generation in coding, AI, and cybersecurity.
If you're navigating modernization, cloud-native platforms, or enterprise resilience, this episode is packed with insights to help you move from migration to true transformation.
Check out additional information here, just for you:
https://www.netapp.com/data-infrastructure-modernization/
https://www.netapp.com/blog/virtualization-technology-strategies/
Don't forget to connect with us!
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mekkacodes/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/phoebegoh/
USA