DevOps
Explore the organizational team structure and vast umbrella of tools and technology created to facilitate and support it. Covering both tools and culture from internal and external viewpoints, by practitioners and analysts alike, these articles will help guide you on your adoption journey.
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Video
08 Apr 2024
Learn Jenkins: Tutorial for beginners
Jenkins is a popular open source CI/CD tool, and it's not hard to learn either. Learn to build your own CI/CD pipelines with this full Jenkins tutorial for beginners. Continue Reading
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News
04 Apr 2024
JetBrains IDEs add local AI code completion
JetBrains beats GitHub Copilot to an increasingly popular trend that circumvents copyright and data privacy concerns with cloud-based AI assistants. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Jun 2021
The root cause analysis process needs all IT hands on deck
What caused the problem and where? If IT needs to know, they'll need more than one team to find it. Take one of these three approaches to collaborative RCA for a clearer picture. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 May 2021
Open source effort seeks to build tech diversity into code
A CNCF initiative to build tech diversity directly into open source code and documentation takes shape as the industry faces pressure to become more inclusive. Continue Reading
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News
19 May 2021
Spurred by pandemic, BizDevOps becomes a reality
In diverse industries from healthcare to banking and manufacturing, nontechnical teams are adopting Agile approaches to work alongside digital tools once used primarily by engineers. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Mar 2021
Run a DevOps Dojo to improve training and culture
DevOps continues to reshape organizations through efficiency and collaboration. See why a DevOps Dojo is the next priority for your business. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Feb 2021
3 DevSecOps trends to keep an eye on
The future of DevSecOps isn't set, but these trends are shaping its course. Learn what changes -- and risks -- your IT organization should prepare for. Continue Reading
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News
09 Feb 2021
Elasticsearch license schism stirs open source funding fears
Elasticsearch license changes have forced a fork, which could broaden choices for IT buyers interested in that project. But worries also linger about open source sustainability. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Feb 2021
Conduct a blameless postmortem and focus on the problem
Postmortems don't need to be about who's at fault for a failure. Rather than point fingers, focus on the bigger picture. Nobody wants ridicule, but everyone wants a solution. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Dec 2020
What is SRE in DevOps and how do they work together?
Site reliability engineering and DevOps share a close relationship -- but it's not always clear what, exactly, that relationship is. Walk through the basics of SRE, and its place in DevOps methodologies. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Dec 2020
A day in the life: What does a site reliability engineer do?
Site reliability engineering is still a relatively new job role, and it's challenging to get a clear picture of the day to day. Learn what one SRE's role looks like with this profile. Continue Reading
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News
25 Nov 2020
Geek gifts 2020: Kits and gadgets for holidays at home
The holidays in 2020 are sure to be like no other. Our geek experts recommend ways to keep them entertained while keeping their distance. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Oct 2020
3 DevOps antipatterns to avoid at all costs
A DevOps initiative is not a single task, but an evolution of an organization's technology, processes and culture -- and without a collaborative mindset, it will likely fail. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Sep 2020
Build a DevOps culture using these key principles
Is your organization ready to adopt DevOps practices? There's a lot to it, so don't try to accomplish everything all at once. Start with these key ideas. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Sep 2020
5 DevSecOps best practices to prioritize
Successful DevSecOps isn't just about secure code -- it's securing the flows of data through code, methods and tools. Review these five security tips to button up your DevOps work. Continue Reading
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News
14 Sep 2020
DevSecOps strategy mimics cloud shared responsibility model
Real-world DevSecOps centralizes IT security around the CI/CD pipeline but defines separate roles that each IT constituency plays in securing apps and infrastructure. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Sep 2020
16 DevOps books to level up your skills
Is your organization and IT staff ready to tackle DevOps, from culture to strategies and toolchains? Start with these 16 books from learning DevOps basics to fine-tuning specific DevOps skills and practices. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Sep 2020
Top 15 DevOps blogs to read and follow
The DevOps community is big, but here are some of the top DevOps blogs to read that cover everything from tips for beginners, the latest news and how-tos. Continue Reading
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News
28 Aug 2020
How the DevOps model will build the new remote workforce
What IT pros expect from remote work post-COVID-19, and ways the DevOps model for collaboration and incident response can address its human and technical problems. Continue Reading
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News
07 Jul 2020
Open source license issues stymie enterprise contributions
Business and ethical pressures have given rise to new types of open source licenses in the last year, presenting challenges to enterprises that want to contribute to projects. Continue Reading
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News
06 Jul 2020
Open source contributions face friction over company IP
Software engineers who want to contribute to open source projects must convince conservative corporate legal departments it's worth the potential risk to corporate IP. Continue Reading
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Video
23 Jun 2020
Walk through 5 essential DevOps pipeline stages
A DevOps pipeline won't look the same in every organization, but the five phases outlined in this video play a prominent role in most software development and delivery lifecycles. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 May 2020
It's time to dismiss these 7 DevOps collaboration myths
DevOps is taking root in IT organizations across the globe -- but that doesn't mean it's well understood. Misconceptions persist, but they can be conquered. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 May 2020
Craft a DevOps transformation roadmap around these 5 milestones
As organizations embark on a DevOps journey, they can use these five milestones to ensure team members stay on track -- and collaborate efficiently along the way. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Apr 2020
Outsourced DevOps brings benefits, and risks, to IT shops
Lack certain DevOps skills? Consider outsourcing as a way to fill the gaps, but be sure to understand the potential risks, which vary with each DevOps pipeline stage. Continue Reading
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News
16 Apr 2020
COVID-19 remote work forces shift on SecOps strategy
Security risk was mostly an afterthought as businesses scrambled to support remote work in response to COVID-19, but SecOps is now at the top of IT shops' priority lists. Continue Reading
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News
17 Mar 2020
Coronavirus forces switch to remote work for DevOps teams
The new coronavirus pandemic will force most DevOps teams to work remotely and may also interfere with work schedules. Experts share advice on how to weather the disruption. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Feb 2020
Understand the role of infrastructure as code in DevOps
Infrastructure as code plays a prominent role in enterprise DevOps shops. Use this chapter excerpt to understand why -- and to learn the basics of some common IaC tools. Continue Reading
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Tip
30 Jan 2020
Build a DevOps feedback loop with these CI/CD tools
From Azure DevOps to Jenkins, DevOps teams can choose from a number of CI/CD tools to enable and maintain a continuous loop of feedback. Continue Reading
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News
12 Dec 2019
Dynatrace monitoring faces market ambivalence in NoOps push
Dynatrace is gung-ho about NoOps with training services and an open source tool for CI/CD automation, but may face skepticism from a wary enterprise IT audience. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Nov 2019
How to achieve continuous feedback in DevOps pipelines
Continuous feedback is critical to optimize DevOps processes. While tools can enable feedback loops, DevOps teams still must reduce unnecessary noise and continually measure success. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Nov 2019
Say 'yes' to NoOps with the right technology and team structure
Before embracing a NoOps model, be sure IT team members have a clear understanding of how the methodology changes the technologies they'll work with, along with their day-to-day roles. Continue Reading
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News
28 Oct 2019
DevOps security shifts left, but miles to go to pass hackers
DevSecOps has gone mainstream as companies bake security automation into app development, but experts say the toughest cybersecurity challenges remain unsolved. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Oct 2019
Acquire best practices with this system administration handbook
Often, books published about IT are obsolete the moment they hit the shelves: modern technology moves too fast for physical publishing. However, this particular volume aims for longevity. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Oct 2019
Gene Kim explores DevOps transformation in 'The Unicorn Project'
This chapter excerpt from Gene Kim's 'The Unicorn Project' touches on one of the book's core themes: Roadblocks occur when developers, ops and business leaders are misaligned. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 Sep 2019
Add shadow IT applications to the official DevOps toolchain
Sometimes developers and other IT team members install unapproved apps to fill a gap in the DevOps toolchain. These shadow apps are risky -- but give them a chance. Continue Reading
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Guide
19 Aug 2019
How to create a successful DevOps organizational structure
To build a DevOps organizational structure for speed and quality, align various skill sets with shared goals -- a process that requires a revolution, or evolution, of the status quo. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2019
BizDevOps tools await enterprise maturity
PagerDuty, Splunk and other vendors have added BizDevOps features to their IT management tools, but if they build it, will enterprises come? Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Jul 2019
When you create a DevOps workflow, avoid these missteps
How can DevOps help? And how can you apply it correctly? These are important questions to consider before you attempt to create a DevOps pipeline. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Jul 2019
Avoid chaos with an IT crisis management playbook
A minor IT issue can quickly snowball into a major catastrophe without a carefully constructed crisis management plan, but just what details should an organization include? Continue Reading
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News
01 Jul 2019
Elastic SIEM woos enterprises with cost savings
Elastic SIEM gains interest from former Splunk users, with the promise of cost savings and the prospect of centralized security analytics and IT monitoring data repositories. Continue Reading
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Tip
01 Jul 2019
5 DevSecOps interview questions employers are likely to ask
To land that DevSecOps dream job, prepare to answer questions not only about specific IT and security tools, but about DevOps team culture as a whole. Continue Reading
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News
21 Jun 2019
AI help desk software frees IT ops to take on SRE skills
A financial services company will retrain its help desk staff to be app developers and SREs, while AI handles the grunt work for the company's call center employees. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 May 2019
DevOps for networking hits chokepoints, tangled communications
NetOps complements DevOps in enterprises that need to scale application delivery efforts up and out. Networking tools -- and teams -- need to advance to find their place in CI/CD pipelines. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 May 2019
Change your application support process to juggle cloud and legacy IT
Legacy IT and cloud app architectures demand different application maintenance and support activities, but with some abstraction and automation, they coexist. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 May 2019
The DevOps paradigm shift: Avoid obsolescence in IT
DevOps is an appealing paradigm shift in IT, part and parcel with app componentization and containers. But despite the hype, IT pros still face a few hurdles to actual implementation. Continue Reading
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Tip
03 May 2019
Adapt IT operations skills for QA roles
IT admins who want to transition into a QA role can lean on their existing skill sets around data analysis, documentation and more, but the move still presents a learning curve. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Apr 2019
ICYMI: Advice for aspiring site reliability engineers
IT ops pros looking to land an SRE job can use these four articles to absorb the key responsibilities and challenges that site reliability engineering entails. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Apr 2019
Adjust IT operations roles and responsibilities for cloud
More organizations migrate to the cloud with each passing day. Learn how embracing soft skills can smooth the transition of dedicated ops staff to cloud industry roles. Continue Reading
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Infographic
16 Apr 2019
Enterprise DevOps growth evident in CI/CD, container data
CI/CD tool sets combine with containerization development to create fertile ground for IT organizations to grow into DevOps practices. Continue Reading
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News
26 Mar 2019
Site reliability engineer shift creates IT ops dilemma
Aspiring SREs find it hard to move away from tactical tasks to focus on strategic projects. Veteran SREs say the path to less toil begins with prioritization and automation. Continue Reading
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Opinion
30 Jan 2019
How ops teams stay relevant during a shift left in DevOps
IT operations administrators should not perceive the shift left in DevOps as a threat to their relevance, but rather as a catalyst for a change in their priorities. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Jan 2019
Hone your skills to be an IT infrastructure architect
IT architecture relies on most skills that sys admins have picked up already but also demands a few more. Learn the responsibilities and the requirements for this advancement. Continue Reading
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Opinion
18 Dec 2018
Without DevOps metrics, forget about DevOps glory
DevOps doesn't provide easy comparison points to quantify improvements. So how do you know if you're on the path to success or just spinning your wheels? Continue Reading
- 18 Dec 2018
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Tip
07 Dec 2018
Align KPIs for IT with corresponding business goals
It's easy for IT KPIs to take a back seat to those of the business or vice versa. Instead, explore these ways to maintain a working balance. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
20 Nov 2018
Gifts for geeks in 2018: analog edition
Gifts for geeks don't have to be digital. This year's suggestions feature a decidedly analog theme. Continue Reading
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Opinion
17 Oct 2018
Does DevOps for operations mean learning how to code?
What do operations folks need to know before they dive into DevOps? Automation is the key to a responsive environment, and users are your guiding light. Continue Reading
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News
16 Oct 2018
SRE model requires technical, organizational optimization skills
Practitioners categorize SRE job descriptions two ways -- by distributed systems architecture design that evolves rapidly, and also by the ability to optimize human workflows. Continue Reading
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Opinion
11 Oct 2018
DevOps to DevSecOps adjustment banks on cross-group collaboration
It takes collaboration across several levels -- between the C-suite and in cross-functional teams -- to successfully move to DevSecOps and meet compliance requirements. Continue Reading
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Opinion
28 Aug 2018
Get into DevOps with cross-functional skills and culture
There's no well-traveled path to a DevOps career. But it's not rocket science. Learn how to explain DevOps and master skills, such as CI/CD, and you'll be on your way. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Aug 2018
Most jobs in the IT industry pay well, but skills matter
A survey of tech professionals identified which IT skills are most in demand. Find out how salaries compare from region to region, and how expertise affects compensation. Continue Reading
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Opinion
23 Aug 2018
Emotional intelligence in the workplace makes a difference
Technologists need to know people as well as they know their craft. Applying emotional intelligence in the workplace helps convey ideas and change organizations. Continue Reading
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News
27 Jul 2018
Atlassian HipChat shutdown surprises enterprise IT pros
IT pros had been skeptical about Atlassian's Stride, but HipChat's disappearance leaves them with lingering questions about licensing and support. Continue Reading
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Opinion
25 Jul 2018
Workplace culture is about cultivating behaviors, not beanbags
To really do DevOps, organizations will have to address and cultivate more effective workflows. It's not as easy as bringing in beanbags and pingpong tables. Continue Reading
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Opinion
24 Jul 2018
Is the CTO the new standard for a DevOps leader?
For DevOps initiatives to work, they need support from the C-suite. With more companies focusing on products, not services, is the CTO the flagbearer of DevOps leadership? Continue Reading
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Opinion
25 May 2018
Forget the DevOps mindset, and change habits and behaviors instead
DevOps is not a state of mind, but rather a series of behaviors and practices. Expert Rob Lambert explains how a focus on habits can be a DevOps game-changer. Continue Reading
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Opinion
21 May 2018
DevOps goes to Washington: How DevOps in government works
From procurement to compliance and security, the federal government will face enormous challenges as it brings DevOps on board. Here's how what to expect. Continue Reading
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Opinion
18 May 2018
Why personal alignment is the secret sauce in top DevOps teams
It's not magic, exactly, but there is a little-known secret at the heart of successful DevOps teams. Try personal alignment to improve team performance. Continue Reading
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Opinion
17 May 2018
DevOps is a culture, but here's why it's actually not
What DevOps needs today isn't more culture or more technology. It needs standards to help companies do a better job with implementation. Expert Aymen El Amri explains. Continue Reading
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Opinion
03 May 2018
Why management thinks your DevOps implementation is great
Tech choices and testing are hard in DevOps, according to GitLab's 2018 Global Developer Report. But it turns out DevOps makes management happy. Here's why. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
25 Apr 2018
Chasing Grace Project spotlights women in tech
Poet Lauren Zuniga is featured in Episode 1 of the Chasing Grace Project, a documentary series about women in tech. Photo by Beth Pariseau, TechTarget Diversity Luncheons have popped up with ... Continue Reading
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Opinion
24 Apr 2018
It's time to convey the value of DevOps to your CFO
Take the DevOps lead and turn your CFO into your organization's strongest DevOps supporter. It's not as daunting as you think. DevOps aligns with business interests. Continue Reading
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Opinion
19 Apr 2018
Embrace change to make the DevOps operating model succeed
Operations pros have more to gain and less to lose from DevOps than they understand. Brian Kirsch offers the reasons why ops needs to get on board with DevOps. Continue Reading
- 12 Apr 2018
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Opinion
04 Apr 2018
Seven steps to move a DevOps team into the ML and AI world
Artificial intelligence and machine learning can bring a lot to the software development and deployment table. But patience and experimentation will be key to make it work in an enterprise. Continue Reading
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Tip
03 Apr 2018
IT's application support model depends on everyone outside IT
IT wants to reduce application outages, boost performance and make users more productive. The best way to achieve these goals is to welcome outsiders onto the app support team. Continue Reading
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Opinion
26 Mar 2018
'Accelerate' with the DevOps Research and Assessment team
DevOps success will require a focus on learning and an expectation of high-performance. The DORA team explains in its new book, 'Accelerate: The Science of DevOps.' Continue Reading
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News
09 Mar 2018
In Google Hangouts Chat, DevOps pros see ChatOps latecomer
Google Hangouts Chat could lead to interesting AI chatbot technology eventually, but G Suite users are already loyal to competitors, such as Slack. Continue Reading
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News
02 Mar 2018
DevOps incident management turns sys admins into SREs
DevOps practices begin with collaboration on application releases, but it's not until something goes wrong with those apps in production that true transformation takes place. Continue Reading
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Opinion
28 Feb 2018
Want a true DevOps culture change? Start with innovation
The more you fail, the more you learn. That's the secret of really innovative companies and it's the secret to DevOps, too. Expert David Savage explains. Continue Reading
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Opinion
26 Feb 2018
No roadmap? Become your team's DevOps specialist
DevOps should boost delivery and stability. Without a clear roadmap and strategic deployment of DevOps tools though, your organization won't enable continuous delivery. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Feb 2018
Help ops to begin a DevOps implementation the right way
DevOps can be difficult to get right, even with lots of experience. For those forging ahead for the first time, however, the hurdles can seem enormous. Stephen Bigelow explains. Continue Reading
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Opinion
22 Feb 2018
Rely on the DevOps methodology to avoid disaster
DevOps concepts rely on both developers and operations to uphold the stability of applications in production. One side can't do it alone. Continue Reading
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Opinion
20 Feb 2018
Could the DevOps process work better under a different name?
Intent-based DevOps is a small name change designed to bring development and deployment back to basics. Two industry experts offer their interpretations and suggestions. Continue Reading
- 20 Feb 2018
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Opinion
16 Feb 2018
Why not every DevOps strategy is worthy of your attention
DevOps advice is plentiful today. Some, like Cameron McKenzie, would say it is too plentiful. Here's his advice for weeding out the unworkable from the sensible. Continue Reading
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Opinion
09 Feb 2018
Forget grassroots: Why the CIO must be today's DevOps leader
DevOps from the ground up sounds like a great idea. Too bad it won't work, at least in an enterprise. David Savage explains why the CIO must lead the DevOps journey. Continue Reading
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Opinion
01 Feb 2018
Want a DevOps success story? Try employee net promoter score
The more likely an employee is to recommend an employer to a friend, the more likely the company is healthy and successful. Here's how to apply that practice to DevOps. Continue Reading
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News
30 Jan 2018
IT monitoring strategy, org discipline polish Nasdaq DevOps incident response
At Nasdaq, IT monitoring unified different teams' views of infrastructure, but cultural blocking and tackling are equally important to improve incident response. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Jan 2018
Are DevOps responsibilities in production unfair to developers?
When Nike.com gave developers live production support responsibilities, the shakeup unearthed fundamental questions about app design and support processes. Continue Reading
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Opinion
12 Jan 2018
It's critical to create the correct DevOps team structure
With new-to-DevOps enthusiasm, some companies go too far when it comes to creating teams or dividing responsibilities. Chris Tozzi outlines the warning signs of too much DevOps. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Jan 2018
IT ops pros predict routes to DevOps efficiency in 2018
Operations admins have a lot on their plates already, and they'll pile on more in 2018. These IT pros and analysts share what's coming and how to handle it. Continue Reading
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Opinion
08 Jan 2018
The future of DevOps in 2018? More people, more integration
From DataOps to function as a service, DevOps adoption is going to mean acquiring some new skills in 2018. Contributor George Lawton asks the experts. Continue Reading
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Opinion
04 Jan 2018
Be wary of DevOps evangelists preaching a culture change
There are many reasons to adopt DevOps, and there are many challenges involved in getting it right. But don't buy into the culture myth that many DevOps evangelists are selling. Continue Reading
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Tip
02 Jan 2018
Evaluate ChatOps tools and bots for the right fit
ChatOps is still a niche in IT operations and DevOps shops, but organizations that have set it up love it. That means you should join the fun and give it a try. Here's what you need to know about ChatOps tools. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Nov 2017
With continuous security, SecDevOps deconstructs CI/CD
Nothing is set in stone when an organization follows a DevOps methodology -- a DevOps security model pushes developers and ops to constantly retune, slow down and speed up. Continue Reading
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Opinion
05 Nov 2017
Systems thinking principles: Building a DevOps support model
It's time to embrace a DevOps support model. Everything we do has consequences, good or bad. We're interdependent. That's why no team should work in isolation. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Oct 2017
To build or to buy? That is the DevOps toolchain question
An organization should assess its strengths and weaknesses before choosing a DevOps toolchain. A pre-made pipeline is simpler than individually collected tools, but it sacrifices flexibility. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Oct 2017
ITSM processes must take this chance to help the business
ITSM implementations still have value in today's DevOps world, but only if admins can get their processes aligned with the grander business goals. Continue Reading
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News
22 Sep 2017
HashiCorp DevOps tools add Sentinel for IT policy management
As DevSecOps grows, policy as code will take over where infrastructure as code left off through new tools such as HashiCorp Sentinel. Continue Reading
