Max Veytsman
About Max Veytsman
Max Veytsman is a co-founder of Rubysec and a software developer known for his advocacy of developer happiness in programming languages. He has extensive experience in security aspects like MongoDB ransomware attacks and uses tools like Nmap for port scanning.
Max Veytsman Co-founder of Rubysec
Max Veytsman is the co-founder of Rubysec, a company associated with security in the Ruby programming language ecosystem. His contributions include building the initial version of Appcanary using Clojure before transitioning to Ruby. Max has extensive experience in programming languages and their impact on developer productivity and happiness.
Max Veytsman at RubyConf 2016
In November 2016, Max Veytsman delivered a talk at RubyConf, where he shared his insights and experiences from the software development and programming community. His talks often reflect on the ideology of 'developer happiness' and the importance of enjoyable programming languages and tools.
Max Veytsman's Perspective on Programming Languages
Max Veytsman advocates for programming languages and tools that prioritize fun and developer happiness. He has a critical view on the 'Simple != Easy' concept by Rich Hickey, emphasizing the need for programming environments that make coders enjoy their work. Max returned to Ruby due to its familiar environment and its emphasis on making programming a gratifying experience, despite his critiques on Ruby's tooling.
Max Veytsman on MongoDB Ransomware and Port Scanning
Max Veytsman has discussed his experiences with MongoDB ransomware attacks, highlighting the significance of effective security measures in software development. He advocates for the use of port scanning tools like Nmap to enhance security. His expertise underlines the importance of proactive security practices to prevent vulnerabilities.
Max Veytsman's Insights on Distributed Systems and Clojure
Max Veytsman has shared his thoughts on the complexities and challenges associated with distributed systems. He has also expressed difficulties in adapting to Clojure due to the community's values, eventually deciding to return to Ruby. His discussions often focus on the lessons learned from switching between different programming languages and paradigms.