Security as Code: Building Developer-First Security Tools with David Mytton

Tech on the Rocks

In this episode, we chat with David Mytton, founder and CEO of Arcjet and creator of console.dev.

We explore his journey from building a cloud monitoring startup to founding a security-as-code company. David shares fascinating insights about bot detection, the challenges of securing modern applications, and why traditional security approaches often fail to meet developers' needs.

We discuss the innovative use of WebAssembly for high-performance security checks, the importance of developer experience in security tools, and the delicate balance between security and latency.

The conversation also covers his work on environmental technology and cloud computing sustainability, as well as his experience reviewing developer tools for console.dev, where he emphasizes the critical role of documentation in distinguishing great developer tools from mediocre ones.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to David Mytton and Arcjet
07:09 The Evolution of Observability
12:37 The Future of Observability Tools
18:19 Innovations in Data Storage for Observability
23:57 Challenges in AI Implementation
31:33 The Dichotomy of AI and Human Involvement
36:17 Detecting Bots: Techniques and Challenges
42:46 AI's Role in Enhancing Security
47:52 Latency and Decision-Making in Security
52:40 Managing Software Lifecycle and Observability
58:58 The Role of Documentation in Developer Tools

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