Adam Jacob focuses on reimagining infrastructure-as-code with System Initiative as collaborative, open-source software.
System Initiative aims to revolutionize infrastructure management through digital twins, real-time collaboration, and diverse tech stack.
Deep dives
Adam Jacob's Journey in Software and Technology
Adam Jacob discusses his journey into software and technology, starting as a systems administrator and later becoming a co-founder and CTO at Chef. He reflects on the evolution of internet infrastructure and his focus on solving infrastructure problems, culminating in his current role as the CEO at System Initiative.
The Evolution of Computing Infrastructure
Adam Jacob delves into the changes in computing infrastructure since the inception of Chef, highlighting the shift from individual servers to richer services provided by APIs. He explores the impact of technologies like Kubernetes in simplifying infrastructure management and acknowledges the persistent application of outdated principles in adapting to modern landscapes.
System Initiative's Innovative Approach
Adam Jacob outlines the unique approach of System Initiative to revolutionize infrastructure management through digital twins and real-time collaboration. By building high-fidelity models of cloud infrastructure and leveraging a diverse tech stack including Postgres, Rust, and TypeScript, System Initiative aims to streamline configuration management and provide faster feedback loops. This innovative solution targets enhancing collaboration and efficiency in infrastructure operations.
Join the Community of Innovators
Adam Jacob invites tech enthusiasts dissatisfied with traditional approaches to join System Initiative's open-source community. Early adopters can explore the platform's capabilities, experiment with new solutions, and contribute to shaping the future of infrastructure management. With an emphasis on collaborative problem-solving and a vision for a more effective work environment, System Initiative aims to ignite creativity and drive innovation in the tech industry.
Adam is the cofounder and former CTO of Chef, which provides DevOps automation tools that help configure, deploy, and manage application infrastructure, including security and compliance.
Adam’s new venture, System Initiative, reimagines infrastructure-as-code as collaborative, open-source software. See what they’re up to on their blog, starting with Adam’s article DevOps without papercuts.
If you’re interested in playing with a developer build of System Initiative, submit your information here. You can also join System Initiative on Discord (and keep an eye on their open positions).
