Some important context..
> A long-time IBMer, Chamberlin is now semi-retired, but finds time to fulfill a role as a technical advisor for NoSQL company Couchbase.
> A long-time IBMer, Chamberlin is now semi-retired, but finds time to fulfill a role as a technical advisor for NoSQL company Couchbase.
With a resume and history like his, he can get a role as a technical advisor pretty much anywhere he wants at any time.
The fact that he chose a NoSQL firm is an extremely strong vote of confidence in NoSQL.
Life's full of nuances.