Changelog Master Feed CI/CDagger (Ship It! #133)
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Dec 6, 2024 Gerhard Lazu, a software engineer and the mastermind behind the Dagger project, dives deep into the evolution of CI/CD pipelines. He discusses the advantages of using a general-purpose programming language for automation, breaking away from traditional YAML configurations. The conversation highlights the necessity of solid documentation to boost team collaboration and the benefits of Dagger's GraphQL API in cloud technology. Gerhard also reflects on navigating language choices and the balance between cloud and on-premises solutions for developers.
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ShipIt Origin
- Gerhard Lazu started ShipIt! after years of infrastructure work at Changelog.
- The show stemmed from blog posts and a realization that their experiences warranted a dedicated podcast.
Summarize Work
- Summarize your work concisely to gain clarity and identify key takeaways.
- Reflecting on past experiences helps understand impact and future direction.
Gerhard's Career Path
- Gerhard Lazu worked with RabbitMQ at VMware, dealing with distributed systems challenges.
- He transitioned to Dagger after seeking a return to the startup environment.