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Canonical Kubernetes 1.28 is now generally available

Following the release of upstream Kubernetes on 15th of August, Canonical Kubernetes 1.28 is generally available in the form of MicroK8s, with Charmed Kubernetes expected to follow shortly. We consistently follow the upstream release cadence to provide our users and customers with the latest improvements and fixes, together with security maintenance and enterprise support for Kubernetes on Ubuntu.

Troubleshooting and Fixing Kubernetes CrashLoopBackOff

In this post, we'll dive into what CrashLoopBackOff actually is and explore the quickest way to fix it. Fasten your seat belts and get ready to ride. Everyone working with Kubernetes will sooner or later see the infamous CrashLoopBackOff in their clusters. No matter how basic or advanced your deployments are and whether you have a tiny dev cluster or an enterprise multi-cloud cluster, it will happen anyway. So, let’s dive into what CrashLoopBackOff actually is and the quickest way to fix it.

Unveiling Komodor's Network Mapping Capability

I am happy to share that thanks to the power of the open-source community, and our friends over at Otterize, we have now enhanced our Kubernetes offering for developers with another visual aid to streamline operations and troubleshooting – Dependencies Map. The Otterize network mapper is a zero-config tool that aims to be lightweight and doesn’t require you to adapt anything in your cluster.

Prometheus vs. AppDynamics

‍In the fast-evolving landscape of technology and software applications, ensuring optimal performance and reliability has become paramount. This article delves into two powerful tools that facilitate effective monitoring and management of digital systems: Prometheus and AppDynamics. With a focus on different aspects of application performance, these tools offer distinct advantages to businesses aiming to elevate their user experiences and operational efficiency.

More than downtime: the explicit costs of poor incident management

A cold fact of SaaS Life™ is that you can’t make money when your product or website doesn’t work — and those lost dollars add up fast. Downtime, SLA breach paybacks, compliance fines, and other explicit costs are the easiest to quantify and they’re what most people think of when they think about incidents.

The Growing Adoption of LLMs in Production in the Enterprise

In today's fast-paced business landscape, Large Language Models (LLMs) have emerged as powerful tools with unimaginable potential, revolutionizing various industries, driving innovation and efficiency. In this blog, we will delve into the enterprise use cases of LLMs, highlighting how companies like Walmart, Stellantis, and Commvault are leveraging this technology to enhance customer experiences, streamline processes, and democratize content creation.

Advance Azure message failure tracking for efficient business transaction management

In today’s fast-paced business world, organizations rely heavily on data to make wise decisions and streamline operations. Efficiently managing and accessing critical information, such as customer data, orders, and bills, is essential for the success of any business. Serverless360 Business Activity Monitoring offers advanced search capabilities and many other features that empower businesses with a self-service portal to find and retrieve relevant data quickly and easily.

What Is Universal Artifact Management, and Why Is It Beneficial?

Dive into the world of universal artifact management with our comprehensive guide. Discover the role of Cloudsmith in streamlining software artifact management, the advantages of a cloud-native approach, and the tangible benefits of a dedicated platform for software distribution. Navigating the software development world can sometimes feel like deciphering a new language.

Reduce MTTR with Grafana, Grafana k6, and Prometheus: Inside DHL's observability stack

Each year, more than 296 million packages are shipped around the world via DHL and their premium service, Time Definite International. And at DHL Express Switzerland, a local unit of the international logistics and shipping company, the IT team provides solutions for tracking customs clearance progress, analytics, mobile and optical character recognition (OCR) scanning, and warehouse management on every package that moves through Switzerland.

From Novice to Ninja: A Deep Dive into Managing Permissions with AzCopy

AzCopy, a command-line utility designed by Microsoft, is the bridge that links data transfer and data management within Azure. Targeting seasoned professionals, it offers a granular level of control, especially when it comes to permissions. Managing permissions is not just about controlling access; it’s about maintaining the integrity of data, ensuring compliance, and optimizing operational efficiency.