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Container isolation compels IT orgs to rewrite security practices

IT organizations hear plenty of myths about isolation and security when they compare containerization vs. virtualization. One DevOps and containerization consultant sets the record straight in this podcast.
How dev, ops and execs should treat automated QA testing

A QA tester gives the lowdown on what developers, IT operations and management should know about QA testing, automation, tools and training, and DevOps.

Dissect DevOps problems with this expert podcast

Two experts, Stephen Hendrick and Chris Riley, bust common DevOps myths and share advice to alleviate common DevOps problems.
New era of container technology with Docker, Kubernetes

Docker's dominance in the world of container technology caught Google's eye as the company steps up its open source containerization with Kubernetes.
Docker 1.0 the beginning of the end for virtualization?

Docker continues to steal the cloud spotlight with its latest lightweight release, but what does it mean for the future of heavyweight virtualization?
End users matter most with today's performance management

Application performance management tools focus on the end-user experience and use readily available data and autodiscovery to fulfill those goals.
Cloud app containerization all the rage -- but is it anything new?

Docker's app containerization has made waves since AWS announced its support. In this podcast, David Linthicum talks with the former dotCloud CEO.
IT shops embrace workload automation tools for cloud computing

Workload automation tools will have a bright future with the increased adoption of cloud computing. Find out why in this podcast Q&A.
IT personnel grapple with business uptime demands: Podcast Q&A

A survey finds the high availability demands of business technology means IT personnel have difficulty finding a balance between work and life.

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Dive into functional testing and non-functional testing approaches

Don't get trapped in a white or black box -- or the gray area in between. Here's why functional and non-functional app testing ...

Use intrusive testing to push software to, and past, its limits

Grab your sledgehammer and get to work with destructive software testing. Here's how to use these intrusive methods to identify ...

IBM expands patent troll fight with its massive IP portfolio

IBM has contributed more than 80,000 patents to the LOT Network, a group of more than 600 companies that IBM has joined to fight ...

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Low-code development combats microservices complexity

Software developers are in a constant battle with complexity. Microservices hold promise as ready-to-assemble app components, but...

Weigh these RPA benefits and challenges against APIs

APIs are a safe, reliable way for applications to execute a workflow. But they're not always available. Here's how to craft an ...

Advantages of monolithic architecture that prove it isn't dead

Don't rush to break up a monolith too quickly without considering what you might lose in the process. We examine why a monolithic...

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Reduce cloud latency for remote employees and offices

Latency remains an issue for cloud users with remote facilities. See how SD-WAN and satellites can improve network performance ...

AWS multi-account management best practices with Control Tower

With the help of AWS Control Tower, organizations who own and operate multiple cloud accounts can manage them all under one roof ...

Beat vendor lock-in with a cloud exit strategy

Without a comprehensive cloud exit strategy, an organization might fall victim to vendor lock-in and find itself dependent on ...

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AWS security faces challenges after a decade of dominance

After a decade of dominating the public cloud market and influencing cloud security, AWS is faced with new challenges stemming ...

AWS AI tools focus on developers

AWS sells many AI products, tools and services aimed at developers, including several for AI newcomers, such as DeepRacer, ...

Perform an AWS security assessment with these tips and tools

Cloud security is an ongoing process that demands regular checks for potential vulnerabilities. Use tools such as Amazon ...

TheServerSide.com

Don't ever put a non-Java LTS release into production

Development teams should avoid non-long-term support releases at all costs. Pay attention to the Java release cycle to make sure ...

Public API strategy considerations for enterprise adoption

As organizations look for more cost-effective ways to manage data, an evolving landscape with APIs has made the technology more ...

Ideas on how to hold a successful code hackathon

Want to host a hackathon? Here are some ideas on what a company can do to host an event that solves problems and reenergizes the ...

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Top data center skills admins can use in 2020

The 2019 tech job sector saw consistent growth and job availability. In 2020, admins should develop expertise on cloud ...

Organizations try to predict the effect of 5G infrastructure

With more 5G and IoT devices emerging, admins must prepare their data centers to support low-latency apps and edge computing with...

Top infrastructure and operations technology myths of 2019

Admins are consistently evaluating technology to improve I&O efficiency. Cost, integration and business goals are key components ...

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Explore native and third-party VM automation tools' features

VMware and Microsoft offer native tools that provide VM automation capabilities, but admins should also look at third-party ...

Use multiple Dockerfiles for complex application configuration

Dockerfiles can help with application configurations, but there are some questions you must consider, such as how many ...

An introduction to VMware vRealize Operations Cloud

VMware is set to release a cloud-based management software as a service in 2020, which uses predictive analytics and AI features ...