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Last time, we talked about the technology that revolutionized control programming. What could possibly match up against that? In one word: Connectivity. The advent of the internet was a leap in scale for many spaces including AV. On this episode of A State of Control, we look at how this one change changed everything about AV as we know it. Host: Steve Greenblatt & Rich Fregosa Guests: Dan Feldstein – CrestronMike Leitensdorfer – Communitronics CorporationGeorge Tucker – Corporate AVPeter Knapp – Extron See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is a new kind of A State of Control. But if we're going to do things right, we have to start all the way at the beginning. Join us for a journey in control programming, from humble starts to multi-million dollar corporations. Dive into the history of control. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host: Steve Greenblatt & Rich Fregosa Guests: Dan Feldstein – CrestronMike Leitensdorfer – Communitronics CorporationGeorge Tucker – Corporate AVPeter Knapp – Extron See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As more devices and solutions get connected to the network, security is more important than ever. What was once 'nice to have' is essential if you want to keep your systems running. On this episode we look at securing the network and ensuring that you and your clients data are safe. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Every month, A State of Control dives into a specific topic as it pertains to the control space of AV. We gather a panel of experts to talk about the best practices for integrators, end-users and programmers to learn and grow. This week we are joined by Rich Fregosa from Fregosa Design and Paul Konikowski from Cronos Consulting. Host: Steve Greenblatt Guests:Rich Fregosa – Fregosa DesignPaul Konikowski – Cronos Consulting See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Code ownership has been a discussion between programmers and clients since we've been typing things into terminals. But today, we will most definitely pin down the eternal question: Who owns the code? Is it the modules themselves, the UI or just the uncompiled spaghetti left on floor? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Every month we dive deep into a topic surrounding the AV programming and control system space. We discuss these topics with a panel of experts. Joining Steve and Rich this week is Mike Krejci from CTI and Tom Mclaughlin of Dobil Laboratories. Host: Steve Greenblatt Guests: Rich Fregosa – Fregosa DesignMike Krejci – CTITom Mclaughlin – Dobil LaboratoriesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Every year, Crestron holds their Masters event for certified professionals in the AV industry. Programmers and designers come together for three days to educate themselves on the latests technology and work with peers in the business. This year the show was held in Madrid, May 13-15. Our guests talk about their experiences at the show, and what this event means on a larger scale for the control space in AV and programmers. The video version of this podcast can be found here. A State of Control is a show dedicated to the AV programmer. Every month we dive into a topic and discuss it amongst experts in the field. Joining us this week is Ryan Gray from Yavapai College, Leon Appleby from mtc, and Tim Albright of AVNation. Host: Steve Greenblatt Guests: Leon Appleby – mtcRyan Gray – Yavapai CollegeTim Albright – AVNation See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Artificial Intelligence is less of a sci-fi concept these days. Unfortunately, it's instead just become more of a buzzword. Not to mention the defining lines between what consists of machine learning and generative computations. Rather than dig into that, we're here to discuss the programming side of things. Control programming is already a kind of setup to turn complex machinations into easily understood commands. By that nature, is AI something that can help our side of the industry or is it a hinderance? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Every month we dig into a topic concerning the programming side of the AV industry. We hold discussions important to programmers and what affects their work every single day. On this episode hosts Steve Greenblatt and Rich Fregosa are joined by Dave Hatz of CTI and Sumanth Rayancha from PepperDash Technology. Host: Steve Greenblatt Guests: Rich Fregosa – Fregosa DesignDave Hatz – CTISumanth Rayancha – PepperDash Technology See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

To be honest, automation is kind of AV's thing. We program devices of all kinds to serve functions in a simple way. But how does automation come down to the actual programming part? Do we insist on custom code or look for configuration-based programming tools for assistance? Does AI even get a say in this matter? One this episode of a State of control, we'll break the advantages and drawbacks to both methods and explore the future of AV programming.  The video version of this podcast can be found here. Every month, we take a deep dive into topics surrounding control AV and programming. Alongside co-host Uncle Richie, Steve Greenblatt discusses what matters with a panel of experts in the AV programming space. Joining us this week is (AVNation's AV Professional Of The Year) Britt Yenser from Northampton Community College and Brian Magrogan of Verrex. Host: Steve Greenblatt Guests: Rich Fregosa – Fregosa DesignBrian Magrogan – VerrexBritt Yenser – Northampton Community College See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The video version of this podcast can be found here. Many years ago, students were told that "they wouldn't have a calculator in their pocket" at all time. Not only do we have calculators in our pockets, we have vast amounts of information and technology right at our fingertips. Tech evolves at a considerable rate, and the same applies to the programming side of things. What does the future hold for AV and control programming? Rich Fregosa takes the helm for this episode and joins Nick Miller and Patrick Murray to talk about where we've come from and where we're heading. Host: Rich Fregosa Guests: Nick Miller – Nick on LinkedInPatrick Murray – Patrick on LinkedIn See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How does one become an AV programmer? It's not as easy an answer as you think. There are multiple facets to consider from manufacturer training to specific languages and more. To have this in-depth conversation, we are joined by Rich Fregosa from Fregosa Design, Erica Carroll of Charbett Strategies and Britt Yenser from Northampton Community College to talk about the journey to AV programming. Host: Steve Greenblatt Guests: Rich Fregosa – Fregosa DesignErica Carroll – Charbett StrategiesBritt Yenser – Northampton Community College See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

One of the best parts about technology, especially software, is adaptability. Thanks to the internet we can run upgrade and modify systems to suit the needs of clients and customers on the fly. But updates aren't the be-all end-all. After all, one of the biggest shutdowns we saw from last year, CrowdStrike, came from a faulty update. On this episode, we talk to Brian Magrogan from Verrex and Raj Singh from the University of Southern California to takling about standards when it comes to upgrading systems. Host: Steve Greenblatt Guests: Brian Magrogan – VerrexRaj Singh – USC See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Integration is the foundation of the AV industry. Connecting different solutions and systems to make one cohesive unit is what makes AV so important for any space. Application Programming Interfaces, or APIs are one of those building blocks to exchange data and collaborate actions between devices, and the power of those APIs are only more important as technology evolves. On this episode we talk to manufacturers about partnerships and allowing systems to work together, and what that means for the AV market at large. Host: Steve Greenblatt Guests: Rich Fregosa – Fregosa DesignAndrei Vesa – ShureShane Roma – Legrand See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Out of the many things that the internet and networking in general has brought to AV, it's remote monitoring and support. No longer do you need to send out a team to diagnose a problem- Integrators can quickly respond and sort out the problem from afar. It's become so useful that it's considered a necessity rather than a luxury. We discuss critical features and factors to consider when preparing a system for remote monitoring. A State of Control is dedicated to the technical aspects of the AV industry. Each month we discuss topics integral to AV programmers and integrators. Steve Greenblatt and Rich Fregosa are joined by Nick Miller from Watermark Estate Management Services and Craig Underwood from Moravian University. Host: Steve Greenblatt Guests: Rich Fregosa – Fregosa DesignCraig Underwood – Moravian UniversityNick Miller – Watermark Estate Management Services See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As technology and networks expand, we are relying more on software solutions for control in AV systems. But what's the impact of moving to these systems for programmers? We look at what AV professionals should understand about virtual control and its use for networked AV. On this episode of A State of Control, we are joined by Brian Magrogan from Verrex and Mike Krejci from CTI to discuss the role of virtual control in AV. This show looks at what programmers and AV professionals need to know about the evolving technology of our industry. Host: Steve Greenblatt Guests: Rich Fregosa – Fregosa DesignBrian Magrogan – VerrexMike Krejci – CTI See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In July, CrowdStrike systems went down, causing over 8 millions systems to crash. It turns out the error was not caused by a virus, international attack or otherwise- Just a faulty update being pushed out. For a programmer, that is the number one nightmare. We sort out just what happened and what it takes to keep your systems going even in the event of imminent peril. On this episode of A State of Control, Steve Greenblatt and Rich Fregosa are joined by James King and Paul Konikowski to discuss the Crowdstrike Outage. We look at the potential risks of relying on cloud-based systems, worst-case scenarios, and responsibility in events like this. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Adapting to evolving technologies is one of the greatest assets a programmer can have. Not just for business sake, but platforms as well. Making informed decisions about control programming platforms and what integrators need to know for their projects. On this month's A State of Control, Steve Greenblatt and Rich Fregosa are joined by Neil Silver & Tony Howard of Centro. They discuss what integrators needs to consider when looking at new control platforms, the impact on programmers, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.