discussing Cost capitalisation and platform engineering with Alper

In this episode, we’re joined by Alper, Head of Platform Engineering at Choco, a leading food-tech startup based in Berlin. Alper shares his journey from freelance game development to leading platform engineering teams, offering unique insights into building scalable systems, optimizing costs, and improving developer experience. We dive deep into the metrics that matter for platform engineering, how to balance leadership with personal life, and what it takes to future-proof engineering workflows. Alper’s practical advice and real-world stories make this episode a must-watch for anyone in tech leadership. What we discuss: ✔️ The role of platform engineering in scaling teams and managing costs ✔️ How to simplify and optimize developer experience ✔️ Metrics that drive success in platform engineering ✔️ In-office vs. remote collaboration and its impact on team dynamics ✔️ Lessons from balancing leadership and parenthood ✔️ Future-proofing infrastructure and workflows to do more with less Connect with Alper on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alper Connect with Himanshu on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/hsaxena2 If you’re passionate about engineering leadership, platform engineering, or tech innovation, this episode is packed with actionable insights to elevate your team’s performance! Subscribe for more engineering success stories and tools to help you build high-performing teams.