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Automate Your Network Deployments With The New Megaport Terraform Provider

For cloud architects and network engineers, Terraform needs no introduction. Long acclaimed as a leader in the Infrastructure as Code (IaC) space, this tool is often used over vendors’ own automation tools, which tend to be an afterthought for most cloud services. For those with IaC skills, the rewards of using Terraform are plentiful. Users can provision and manage their cloud infrastructure with full customisation and rapid automation.

Moving from Netdata to MetricFire for Budget-Friendly Monitoring

Netdata and MetricFire are commonly used monitoring tools, each offering unique features and capabilities for monitoring processes. Netdata provides a comprehensive solution for tracking system metrics and ensuring optimal performance. MetricFire stands out for its budget-friendly approach to monitoring, allowing organizations to efficiently manage their resources without compromising on quality.

Differences between DevSecOps and DevOps

Many businesses in the current market have integrated both DevOps and agile to stay ahead of the competition. A recent report showed that 97% of companies have now shifted to using agile development methods. By implementing the two concepts, businesses achieve higher customer satisfaction levels and more brand loyalty. One element that makes it possible to achieve these goals is process automation.

Maximize Uptime & Minimize Stress: Powerful Monitoring Solutions

Selecting the right observability solution is essential for maintaining the performance and reliability of your IT infrastructure. With countless options available, making an informed decision can be challenging. This webinar will provide you with a comprehensive guide to navigating this complex process. We'll explore the critical factors to consider, such as scalability, ease of use, integration capabilities, and cost-effectiveness. You'll gain insights into best practices for evaluating and implementing monitoring tools that align with your business goals and technical requirements.

RPA Realities: How Investing in the Right Tech Actually Saves You Money

Ah, RPA—the new-wave miracle cure for mundane tasks, cost-cutting, and boosting efficiency. Robotic Process Automation (RPA) is hailed as a game changer for businesses looking to streamline operations and improve efficiency. By automating repetitive and mundane tasks, RPA allows employees to focus on more strategic, value-added activities. Yet, as anyone who’s ventured into its world knows, implementing RPA isn’t all sunshine and rainbows.

JFrog & Qwak: Accelerating Models Into Production - The DevOps Way

We are collectively thrilled to share some exciting news: Qwak will be joining the JFrog family! Nearly four years ago, Qwak was founded with the vision to empower Machine Learning (ML) engineers to drive real impact with their ML-based products and achieve meaningful business results. Our mission has always been to accelerate, scale, and secure the delivery of ML applications.

Use the Gremlin API to add Chaos Engineering to your pipeline

Did you know you can use the Gremlin API to integrate resiliency tests into your CI/CD pipeline? Our partner Nagarro has even made it part of their shift left package. "What we do is shift left and add a chaos stage to the pipeline. We have created the shift left accelerator package. It integrates with load tests and Gremlin APIs to set up the test scenario.

Patch or Perish: Secure Your Data Center with Firmware Management

Firmware is the permanent software programmed into a device’s read-only memory. It provides the low-level control for the device’s specific hardware. In a data center, firmware is embedded in various components such as servers, storage devices, and networking equipment. Firmware management involves the processes and tools necessary to update, maintain, and monitor these firmware systems.