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The Evolution of Infrastructure from Code • Adam Keller, Elad Ben-Israel & Eric Johnson
Sep 20, 2024
Join Adam Keller, Senior Technologist at AWS, Elad Ben-Israel, Co-Founder of Wing and creator of the AWS CDK, and Eric Johnson, Principal Developer Advocate for Serverless at AWS, as they discuss the evolution of cloud development. They delve into the shift from Infrastructure as Code to Infrastructure Plus Code, emphasizing the role of powerful tools like the CDK and Wing. The conversation highlights the challenges of managing complex tech solutions, the importance of better abstractions, and how generative AI can streamline operational processes for developers.
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Quick takeaways
- The transition from traditional Infrastructure as Code to Infrastructure Plus Code highlights the integration of infrastructure with application development for streamlined deployments.
- The emergence of opinionated tools in cloud development reflects the necessity for guided best practices while allowing for customization to meet unique organizational needs.
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Understanding Infrastructure as Code
Infrastructure as code (IaC) simplifies the process of provisioning cloud resources by allowing developers to define their desired infrastructure state in a centralized manner. Previously, infrastructure provisioning involved manual configurations and scripting, which often led to inconsistencies and challenges in managing changes. IaC tools, such as CloudFormation and Terraform, enable developers to use declarative languages like JSON or YAML to clearly define and track infrastructure changes. This approach transforms the way developers interact with infrastructure, moving from manual processes to automated deployments that ensure infrastructure is consistently managed.
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