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Join tech industry veterans Scott Hanselman and Mark Russinovich as they dive into the challenges and innovations of today’s fast-paced world. Whether you’re an experienced developer or simply curious about technology, each episode offers a fresh perspective on emerging trends, familiar topics, and insights that go beyond the strictly technical. From the latest in AI to effective ways to influence without authority, Scott and Mark set out to 'learn' something new in every episode, and they’re bringing you along for the ride. Join Scott and Mark for engaging discussions, expert advice, and a shared journey of learning and discovery. There's always something new to learn!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 6 days ago

    Scott & Mark Learn To...Process Explorer for Mac

    In this episode, Scott Hanselman and Mark Russinovich explore Mark's latest AI-assisted coding project: bringing the iconic Sysinternals Process Explorer to macOS. They discuss how AI dramatically accelerated development, where human expertise was still essential, and why building reliable software still requires careful iteration, debugging, and judgment. Along the way, they compare Windows and macOS internals and examine what these advances mean for the future of software development.    ZoomIt for Mac is now available here: Sysinternals ZoomIt for MacOS.    Takeaways:     What it took to bring Process Explorer to macOS Key differences between Windows and macOS system tools. Practical lessons for building with AI effectively   Who are they?      View Scott Hanselman on LinkedIn   View Mark Russinovich on LinkedIn      Watch Scott and Mark Learn on YouTube          Listen to other episodes at scottandmarklearn.to             Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts  Produced by Hangar Studios Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. 15 Jul

    Scott & Mark Learn To... Polypost: A Multi-Platform Post Editor

    In this episode, Scott Hanselman and Mark Russinovich explore the realities of vibe coding by walking through a few of Mark's recent AI-assisted projects, including Polypost, a tool for writing and formatting social media posts and a nearly feature-complete Mac version of ZoomIt. They discuss where AI excels, where it still struggles, and why building software has become less about writing code and more about guiding, testing, and refining an AI collaborator. Along the way, they share lessons on prompt engineering, user experience, debugging, and why human judgment remains essential even as AI accelerates development.    Polypost — multi-platform post editor    Takeaways:     Successful AI development still relies on human decision-making Mark shares the challenges and wins of building Polypost with AI The iterative process of prompting, testing, and refining that turns AI-generated code into production-quality software     Who are they?      View Scott Hanselman on LinkedIn   View Mark Russinovich on LinkedIn      Watch Scott and Mark Learn on YouTube          Listen to other episodes at scottandmarklearn.to             Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts    Produced by Hangar Studios Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. 1 Jul

    Scott & Mark Learn To...The Cutting Room Floor

    In this episode, Scott Hanselman and Mark Russinovich pull back the curtain on Microsoft's Build conference with a look at the cutting room floor of Mark's Inside Azure Innovations breakout session. They explore fascinating technologies that didn't make the final presentation, including AI-powered network repair agents, advanced data center cooling systems, supply chain security innovations, prompt injection defenses, and groundbreaking approaches to cloud infrastructure. Along the way, they discuss how major technology presentations are assembled, the challenge of choosing what to showcase, and the incredible engineering work happening behind the scenes at Microsoft.    See the innovations that did make the final cut in the recording of Mark’s Inside Azure Innovations talk at Microsoft Build 2026: Inside Azure Innovations with Mark Russinovich.    Takeaways:     How Mark decides what innovations make it into major conference presentations New technologies and tools being used to manage cloud infrastructure at scale Why some of the most interesting innovations never make it onto the conference stage   Who are they?      View Scott Hanselman on LinkedIn   View Mark Russinovich on LinkedIn      Watch Scott and Mark Learn on YouTube          Listen to other episodes at scottandmarklearn.to             Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts    Produced by Hangar Studios Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. 17 Jun

    Scott & Mark Learn To...Build from Vibes to Craft

    In this episode, Scott Hanselman and Mark Russinovich reflect on conversations from Microsoft Build before diving into a thoughtful debate about AI's impact on software engineering. They explore why coding is ultimately about clear specifications, testing, and evaluation, not just generating code and discuss whether AI will truly replace developers or simply change how software is built. Along the way, they compare AI-generated software to IKEA furniture versus custom craftsmanship, examine the future of junior engineers, and share their perspectives on quality, responsibility, and what it really means to ship software in an AI-driven world.     Takeaways:     How experienced engineers evaluate AI-generated code The critical role of testing, evaluation, and human oversight in AI-assisted development Why clear specifications are still the foundation of successful software projects.   Who are they?      View Scott Hanselman on LinkedIn   View Mark Russinovich on LinkedIn      Watch Scott and Mark Learn on YouTube          Listen to other episodes at scottandmarklearn.to             Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts  Produced by Hangar Studios Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. 3 Jun

    Scott & Mark Learn To...Double-Check References

    In this episode, Scott Hanselman and Mark Russinovich dive into a growing issue in AI-driven research: hallucinated references in academic papers. After scanning thousands of conference submissions, Mark uncovers widespread citation inaccuracies, sparking a broader conversation about accountability, cognitive surrender, and the risks of over-relying on AI tools. They explore where AI adds value versus where it erodes critical thinking, from academic writing to everyday coding and content creation. The conversation shifts into the realities of vibe coding, the tradeoffs of speed versus quality, and what it means to maintain taste and expertise in an AI-accelerated world, ultimately asking: if AI lowers the barrier to create, does it also lower the standard?     LLM Writing in Tech: Blogs and Articles      Takeaways:     AI hallucinations are already impacting academic research quality The future challenge isn’t using AI; it’s maintaining standards while using it There’s a growing tension between efficiency and craftsmanship     Who are they?      View Scott Hanselman on LinkedIn   View Mark Russinovich on LinkedIn      Watch Scott and Mark Learn on YouTube          Listen to other episodes at scottandmarklearn.to             Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts    Produced by Hangar Studios Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. 20 May

    Scott & Mark Learn To...Have Taste

    In this episode, Scott Hanselman and Mark Russinovich unpack the tension between subjective preference and objective usability, arguing that strong product instincts come from years of exposure, experience, and pattern recognition rather than innate talent. Through examples ranging from UI design to AI-assisted coding, they highlight how good decision-making requires both a holistic systems view and attention to detail. The conversation also examines the limits of accelerating expertise, the role of education in building foundational thinking, and why human judgment remains critical even as AI tools become more capable.    Takeaways:     Without clear intent and strong taste, outputs can drift or degrade Strong design decisions come from balancing small details  Good product instincts come from repeated exposure to patterns, tools, and decisions over time     Who are they?      View Scott Hanselman on LinkedIn   View Mark Russinovich on LinkedIn      Watch Scott and Mark Learn on YouTube          Listen to other episodes at scottandmarklearn.to             Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts    Produced by Hangar Studios Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. 6 May

    Scott & Mark Learn To... ZoomIt, Evolved

    In this episode, Scott Hanselman and Mark Russinovich ​​dive into the evolution of ZoomIt, exploring new features like panoramic screen capture, webcam overlays, and lightweight video editing tools. They discuss the technical challenges behind building these capabilities, especially stitching images across any application and how AI-assisted coding is accelerating development while introducing new edge cases. Along the way, the conversation blends deep technical insight with candid, behind-the-scenes moments, highlighting both the complexity of modern software development and the value of experimentation and iteration.     Takeaways:     ZoomIt is evolving into a more advanced, all-in-one screen tool Some of the most valuable moments in development and content come from failures AI-assisted coding can dramatically speed up development, but still requires close human oversight   Who are they?      View Scott Hanselman on LinkedIn   View Mark Russinovich on LinkedIn      Watch Scott and Mark Learn on YouTube          Listen to other episodes at scottandmarklearn.to             Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts    Produced by Hangar Studios Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. 22 Apr

    Scott & Mark Learn To...Sculpt, not Spec

    In this episode, Scott Hanselman and Mark Russinovich ​​explore how software development is evolving in the age of AI, challenging the idea that everything should start with a fully defined spec. They highlight a more iterative, sculpting approach to building, where continuous refinement, testing, and human judgment are essential and discuss the realities of AI-assisted coding, including edge cases, maintenance, and the limits of productivity gains.    Takeaways:     AI-assisted coding works best as an iterative process, not a one-shot, fully spec’d solution Edge cases and real-world usage quickly expose gaps that initial builds AI can accelerate development, but human review, testing, and bottlenecks still limit true productivity gains      Who are they?      View Scott Hanselman on LinkedIn   View Mark Russinovich on LinkedIn      Watch Scott and Mark Learn on YouTube          Listen to other episodes at scottandmarklearn.to             Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts  Produced by Hangar Studios Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Join tech industry veterans Scott Hanselman and Mark Russinovich as they dive into the challenges and innovations of today’s fast-paced world. Whether you’re an experienced developer or simply curious about technology, each episode offers a fresh perspective on emerging trends, familiar topics, and insights that go beyond the strictly technical. From the latest in AI to effective ways to influence without authority, Scott and Mark set out to 'learn' something new in every episode, and they’re bringing you along for the ride. Join Scott and Mark for engaging discussions, expert advice, and a shared journey of learning and discovery. There's always something new to learn!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Microsoft
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    45
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