Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats 746: Infrastructure for TS Devs: Kubernetes, WASM and Containers with David Flanagan
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Mar 22, 2024 David Flanagan, a Kubernetes engineer and content creator, breaks down the complexities of Kubernetes, Docker, and WebAssembly. He discusses the importance of server management for developers and the advantages of bare metal setups. Flanagan shares insights on achieving high uptime and explores the unique capabilities of WebAssembly beyond browsers. He also touches on practical applications of ARM and x86 architectures, innovative home automation with Raspberry Pis, and resources for getting started with Kubernetes.
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Self-Hosting Considerations
- Consider hosting your own servers if cloud costs become excessive.
- Bare metal servers offer cost savings after exceeding free tiers.
Bare Metal Explained
- Bare metal means directly interacting with hardware without virtualization.
- Cloud providers offer bare metal, but usually, users work with VMs.
Virtualization Layers
- VPS and virtual machines often use a hypervisor for added security.
- This isolates user code from the host kernel for safety.