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Stop Fighting Kubernetes to Go Multi Region

Every engineering leader eventually asks the same question: What happens if my cloud region goes down? This isn't unheard of, or even rare, and the stakes are obvious. A single-region deployment might work fine on day one, but it leaves you exposed: one outage, one fiber cut, or one bad update from your provider, and your application is offline. In some cases, your entire business could be at risk. That's why recently, multi-region architecture has become the gold standard.

Database Monitoring Challenges Every DevOps Engineer Should Know

Databases form the critical foundation of modern applications, and maintaining their performance and reliability is essential for operational efficiency and user satisfaction. Effective database monitoring however presents numerous challenges. Modern systems produce extensive metrics, operate across diverse environments, and must scale in line with growing workloads, all while ensuring compliance and security.

From Productivity to Performance: SQL Prompt's Next Chapter with AI

For nearly 20 years, SQL Prompt has been a trusted companion for database professionals, helping them write cleaner code, reduce errors, and save time. From its earliest days, the focus has been on productivity while removing the repetitive, mundane tasks that slow people down. It’s been about building the reliability and performance that developers and DBAs depend on every day and that story doesn’t stop here.

Cloud vs Colocation: Choosing the right solution for your business

When you’re planning your IT strategy, deciding between cloud computing and colocation services isn’t always simple. Each option comes with its strengths and potential pitfalls. And with tech at the heart of most modern operations, knowing where to house your data and infrastructure is a big decision, and one that could shape your business's future. So, which one is best for your business: cloud computing vs colocation?

Simple Talk Podcast - Coffee Chat with Tom Hodgson

Steve Jones is at Redgate’s Cambridge, UK headquarters once again, this time joined by Tom Hodgson, Innovation Lead on Redgate’s Foundry team. Tom gives an overview of The Foundry, which is Redgate’s innovation hub, offering some insight on what they do and what they’re working on (spoiler: it involves AI)! Also, hear Tom’s thoughts on AI & LLMs in general – including why sometimes just the basic version of a model is enough.

From insight to impact: Key takeaways from our DORA webinar with Nathen Harvey

For most engineering leaders, getting a DORA dashboard up and running feels like a huge win. You can finally track performance, compare it to industry benchmarks, and report on your progress. But then a nagging question settles in: how do you actually make the numbers go up? That frustration points to a common gap between the dashboard and the daily engineering practices that drive those outcomes.

Canonical achieves IEC 62443-4-1 compliance in Industrial Automation and Control Systems

Canonical is proud to announce it has achieved compliance with IEC 62443-4-1 for cybersecurity in Industrial Automation and Control Systems (IACS). Building on Canonical’s existing ISO/SAE 21434 certification, this milestone expands Ubuntu’s leadership in securing critical infrastructure at the intersection of IT and operational technology (OT) environments.

Wipe It Clean, Sell It Smart: The Right Way to Retire Your Servers

Selling servers is about more than moving hardware, it's about controlling risk. Inside every decommissioned unit sits sensitive data most businesses forget to address. Deleting files or formatting disks doesn't erase information. That oversight can cost millions, damage trust, or lead to serious legal consequences. Before a sale, every server must go through proper data sanitization. This process isn't just technical, it's strategic. It protects your clients, your team, and your brand. This guide walks you through the process, from data erasure methods to resale pricing. The goal.

Why AIX Automation Starts with Better Monitoring: How Galileo Powers Smarter Action

If your automation can’t trust the data it’s acting on, it’s not automation. It’s a guess. That’s why AIX automation monitoring is the foundation for success. Many teams encounter this gap when trying to automate AIX operations. Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform (AAP) and Event-Driven Ansible (EDA) can absolutely streamline routine tasks, like expanding filesystems or tuning adapters. But every playbook still depends on one thing: accurate, real-time monitoring.