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The episode discusses Microsoft's evolving relationship with Linux and open-source, featuring an interview with Franck Pachot about Horizon DB and related technologies.

How time's have changed - the show starts with a look at Microsoft's history and much improved position on Linux and open-source, some questionable statements on open-source by Anthropic's CEO and a little house keeping. Then, Franck Pachot joins Mike to discuss Microsoft's newly announced Horizon DB, some Postgres goodness, Azure and the open-source of it all. Frank on LinkedIn HorizonDB Coder Radio Discord Alderon Games Mike on LinkedIn The Mad Botter Promo - say "Coder" in your note

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