Brian Childress API & Security Specialist
The podcast features an interview between host Michael Bernzweig and guest Brian Childress, an accomplished software architect and fractional CTO. Childress discusses his background starting as a software developer and rising to senior technical roles designing complex systems.
Now operating as a fractional CTO, Childress works with startups and small/medium businesses to solve problems with their software products. He helps companies tackle challenges like scaling systems for growth, improving code quality, addressing security vulnerabilities, leveraging AI/data innovations, and more.
Childress explains how consistency, thoughtful naming conventions and clear terminology make APIs easier to use and expand. He emphasizes access control as a top application security priority to restrict data and functionality access appropriately.
On building secure applications, Childress advises incorporating security discussions into the development process to create a "security culture." He recommends developers learn basic application security concepts using resources like the OWASP Top 10 common vulnerabilities list.
Childress shares insights on joining existing development teams mid-project, praising their efforts to date and evaluating knowledge to determine the best path forward. This thoughtful approach allows him to provide maximum value without disrupting team cohesion.
Learn more about Brian Childress
Now operating as a fractional CTO, Childress works with startups and small/medium businesses to solve problems with their software products. He helps companies tackle challenges like scaling systems for growth, improving code quality, addressing security vulnerabilities, leveraging AI/data innovations, and more.
Childress explains how consistency, thoughtful naming conventions and clear terminology make APIs easier to use and expand. He emphasizes access control as a top application security priority to restrict data and functionality access appropriately.
On building secure applications, Childress advises incorporating security discussions into the development process to create a "security culture." He recommends developers learn basic application security concepts using resources like the OWASP Top 10 common vulnerabilities list.
Childress shares insights on joining existing development teams mid-project, praising their efforts to date and evaluating knowledge to determine the best path forward. This thoughtful approach allows him to provide maximum value without disrupting team cohesion.
Learn more about Brian Childress
Creators and Guests
Host
Michael Bernzweig
Michael Bernzweig is a tech entrepreneur and podcast host. He founded Software Oasis in 1998, pioneering software distribution. Now, he connects businesses with top tech consultants and hosts the Software Spotlight, Career Spotlight, and Consulting Spotlight podcasts, providing valuable insights to professionals.
