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Infrastructure is Fundamental: Learn Your Hybrid Cloud ABCs

In 21st-century business, computing is what makes daily operations, competitive advantage, and strategic growth possible. The foundation that enables this is a hybrid cloud infrastructure that supports business requirements, delivers a suitable user experience, and stays on budget. Mastering the ABCs of infrastructure performance management (IPM) will put you on the road to long-term success.

The Azure Hybrid tour

In this episode of our podcast, join us as we explore the world of hybrid and multi-cloud with Thomas, Senior Program Manager & Chief Evangelist for Azure Hybrid at Microsoft. Discover the significance of hybrid and multi-cloud in the enterprise market, learn about Microsoft's solutions for on-premise to cloud transition, and gain insights into the challenges and benefits of multi-cloud strategies. Thomas also shares valuable advice on continuous learning and embracing change in the tech industry. Tune in now for a deep dive into the dynamic world of Azure and cloud technology.

What is Azure CAF?

In this captivating podcast episode, dive into the world of Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) with Mustafa Toroman, a seasoned Solution Architect and Microsoft Azure MVP. Gain valuable insights into CAF's importance for effective cloud adoption. Mustafa's expertise in cloud computing, Azure, and DevOps shines through as he shares practical advice. Explore implementing CAF, upskilling teams, and managing process changes. Discover Mustafa's successful author career with nine books, including "Hands on Cloud Administration in Azure." Tune in for expert insights and firsthand experiences in cloud adoption and Azure.

Understanding Azure Storage SAS Tokens

Azure Storage offers a robust set of data storage solutions including Blob Storage, Queue Storage, Table Storage, and Azure Files. A critical component of these services is the Shared Access Signature (SAS), a secure way to provide granular access to Azure Storage services. This article explores the intricacies of Azure Storage SAS Tokens.

AWS ECS Monitoring | Breaking out of the observability vendor lock-in with SigNoz

In the not-too-distant past, the debate was between on-prem and cloud-native. You’re now faced with the choice of choosing between the different cloud infrastructure providers, and inevitably, someone will throw in the phrase “vendor lock-in”. And not having a response for the famed “vendor-lockin” sometimes leads to building things that are much more complex than required basis the stage that the product is in.

Why Cloud Did Not Kill the Data Center

Migrating to a cloud model would reduce costs and let me focus on consumption pricing; reduce complexity by moving backend software and hardware support to the provider; and increase agility by letting my developers use all those nifty new tools that were emerging daily from cloud providers. The data center was heading the way of the dinosaurs! All was good. Everyone was happy. Well, in theory anyway. Until reality kicked in.

Why Cost Optimization Should Be More Like Pulling Levers, Not Using Scissors

The cloud, as we know it today, was created as recently as 2006. For most of its lifespan since then, companies have been throwing money at cloud services with abandon. The competitive edge gained by having the newest, best, and most powerful tools at their disposal made it worthwhile for companies to spend ever-increasing amounts without too much worry.

C-Suite's Step-by-Step Guide to Successful AWS Transitioning- Part 2

After in Part 1 we have covered the first critical steps to complete before migrating to Amazon Web Services (AWS)- Cloud Adoption Readiness Assessment (CARA). We will continue Once you’ve assessed your readiness, it’s essential to develop a comprehensive cloud strategy aligning with your business goals and objectives. The strategy should cover key areas – including security, reliability, compliance and operational excellence.

Cloud Reverse Migration: A Comprehensive Guide

The rapid technological advancements in the last decade led to a massive migration of data and applications from on-premise environments to the cloud. While this cloud migration trend dominated the IT world, a recent paradigm shift has emerged that’s moving in the opposite direction – ‘Cloud Reverse Migration’ or ‘Cloud Repatriation’.