Distributed Application Architecture (Scale-Out Architecture) for IT

The distributed application architecture topic center offers advice and tips for IT operations professionals handling new application types and the methods by which distributed, scale-out applications are deployed. These include virtualization containers and microservices, event-driven computing, and cloud application management.

January 26, 2022 26 Jan'22
Weaveworks Magalix buy points to GitOps beyond Kubernetes

The merger between the GitOps platform company and a policy-as-code startup amounts to a bet that declarative code is about to become the new standard for IT management.
January 11, 2022 11 Jan'22
VMware Tanzu GA gives Cloud Foundry pros a Kubernetes leg up

VMware Tanzu Cloud Foundry users plan to move forward with the TAP Kubernetes platform, but VMware will be challenged to unseat Red Hat, SUSE and other competitors.
December 21, 2021 21 Dec'21
Fintech startup passes SOC 2 audits with serverless security

Undertaking SOC 2 audits in a serverless security environment came with up-front challenges, but the company's former chief security architect predicts long-term advantages.
December 03, 2021 03 Dec'21
Deutsche Telekom preps Kubernetes 5G core with GitOps

GitOps will help the German mobile carrier manage IT automation for its 5G SA app on a large internal Kubernetes platform with minimal staff needed to do hands-on administration.

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event handler

In programming, an event handler is a callback routine that operates asynchronously once an event takes place. Continue Reading
The Red Hat ecosystem: Then vs. now

Red Hat remains one of the most influential open source companies. Linux no longer stands at the center of the Red Hat ecosystem -- but it hasn't disappeared from it either. Continue Reading
BPEL (Business Process Execution Language)

BPEL (Business Process Execution Language) is an XML-based language that allows web services, APIs and human processes in a service-oriented architecture (SOA) to interconnect and share data in a business workflow. Continue Reading

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The ups and downs of low-code microservices development

Low-code may not be the most sophisticated of development techniques, but it can often fit the bill for software teams looking to build microservices applications. Continue Reading
The pros, cons and challenges of containerized microservices

Containerized microservices are certainly a popular deployment approach, but are they the best? They can be, provided you overcome the unique challenges they present. Continue Reading
Build on the Anywhere Operations trend with composability

The ability to access infrastructure remotely is crucial for IT organizations to meet business initiatives. Composable infrastructure is one way to support this model. Continue Reading

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

Choose the best Docker image for the job at hand

There are a lot of varied options for container images. And although that freedom of choice breeds flexibility, it can also make it easy to choose the wrong one. Continue Reading
How to reduce the cost of Kubernetes

Is your Kubernetes bill getting out of hand? Luckily, there are ways to reduce costs. Take these five steps to lower costs without losing functionality. Continue Reading
How viable is open source service mesh?

The open source vs. proprietary service mesh debate has a lot of gray area, and the best fit for an org might fall into that spectrum. Here's what to consider before you decide. Continue Reading

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How to tackle container orchestration challenges

Container orchestration brings many benefits, like improved productivity and security, but before those advantages can be realized, IT teams must overcome several hurdles. Continue Reading
Boost Docker API security to protect ports

Unguarded Docker APIs can let in unwanted visitors and expose data to hackers. To shield your Docker environment, follow these best practices -- and avoid common pitfalls. Continue Reading
How to work with Azure DNS zones

Microsoft's hosting service for DNS domains is an option for organizations with a heavy Azure investment that want the benefits associated with a cloud service. Continue Reading