DevOps Paradox

Exploring the importance of developer observability in a converging software development landscape, challenges developers face accessing relevant data, empowering developers with live debugging tools like Rookout, implementing non-breaking breakpoints for safe debugging in production, enhancing observability for real-world impact with practical tools, and integrating Rookout with Dynatrace for comprehensive monitoring.

Discussing the shift to infrastructure as code in DevOps, comparing manual processes with scripting and code-based practices. Exploring challenges in managing resources efficiently, state management in tools like Terraform vs. Ansible, and the importance of automation and controlled access in DevOps operations.

Explore the significance of platform engineering and the Platform Engineering Maturity Model in the tech industry. Decipher the term 'Fortnite Lee' in a light-hearted conversation. Learn about empowering users, aligning platforms with preferences, and organizational customization. Understand the risks of skipping maturity levels and the relevance of Cratix in platform engineering.

The podcast delves into the challenges and best practices of upgrading Kubernetes, emphasizing the importance of regular updates for stability and security. It discusses the process of upgrading, the significance of testing changes in smaller increments, and striking a balance between extreme node replacement and regular upgrade practices. The hosts also debate on managing Kubernetes versions in production vs. staging clusters.

#251: We're becoming more and more dependent on sophisticated systems that transport data from one part of our application to another. This infrastructure, often referred to as message brokers, is a vital backbone supporting many products we use daily. But are we fully leveraging their power and simplicity? In this episode, we speak with Valera Bronshtein, Director of Infrastructure at Memphis.dev, about event-based architectures and why using effective message brokers doesn't have to be hard or complicated.   Valera's contact information: Twitter: https://twitter.com/ValeraBronsht LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerabr/   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast/   Slack: https://www.devopsparadox.com/slack/   Connect with us at: https://www.devopsparadox.com/contact/

#250: Sure, we can use Generative AI to write code for us and generate cool pictures...sometimes. But who has the responsibility for making sure all that infrastructure stays up and running? Look no further than your favorite sysadmin or cloud engineer. There is nothing new under the sun... In this 250th episode, we have our friend Patrick Debois back on to talk about how he's researching we can use Generative AI beyond just the typical use cases that we see today and why understanding how to integrate all these new tools together may be more important than learning how to be a prompt engineer (whatever that means).   Patrick's contact information: X (Formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/patrickdebois LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickdebois/   YouTube channel:  https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast/   Slack: https://www.devopsparadox.com/slack/   Connect with us at: https://www.devopsparadox.com/contact/

#249: One of the prominent discussions in the software industry is the concept of 'build versus buy.' Often the argument focuses on creating a whole system from scratch or opting for pre-built solutions. But think about it. You never start from absolute zero. When you begin developing an application, it isn't devoid of pre-existing libraries or systems. It's about identifying the point on the spectrum from which you initiate your development journey. In this episode, we speak with Hadi Chami from LEADTOOLS about how the key factors such as pricing, licensing model, support, maintenance, and the impact on the end product play significant roles in making this 'build versus buy' choice.   Hadi's contact information: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hadi-chami-002234131/   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast/   Slack: https://www.devopsparadox.com/slack/   Connect with us at: https://www.devopsparadox.com/contact/

Explore the usage of chat GPT for DevOps and its limitations. Discuss the benefits and limitations of AI tools in DevOps. Mention of sponsored Cuban hot sauce and exclusive discount. Utilize Azure Open AI service and its connection to Microsoft Azure. Debate on the necessity of jumping into new technologies in DevOps. Navigating the curiosity around Kubernetes and the role of ChatGPT.

This podcast explores the realities of developer relations and how it is not just something you can buy off the shelf. It discusses the importance of building community in the tech industry and the underrepresentation of women and people of color in computer science. The paradox between the tech industry's claims of inclusivity and the lack of representation is also highlighted. The roles and responsibilities of product managers and technical salespeople are discussed, as well as the importance of building trust and fostering positive relationships.

#246: You may have been in the tech space for a number of years, but now you are ready to up-level and head down the path of being a DevOps Architect. However, you're not really sure where to begin. In this episode, Darin and Viktor give their opinions on where you should start and the two tools that you'll need to know how to use if you really want to capture a DevOps Architect role in an enterprise.   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts:  https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast/   Slack: https://www.devopsparadox.com/slack/   Connect with us at: https://www.devopsparadox.com/contact/