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Simplify Kubernetes Resource Management with KRO by AWS
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Learn how kro by AWS can simplify the creation and management of complex Kubernetes resources.
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Guide to Setting Up Kubernetes 1.31 with containerd v2 and Cilium
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An authoritative, step-by-step guide to setting up Kubernetes 1.31 with containerd v2 runtime and Cilium for advanced networking.
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Enhancing Kubernetes Security with User Namespaces
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Exploring the benefits and implementation of user namespaces in Kubernetes for improved security and flexibility.
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Kubernetes Testing: From clusters, operators to CRDs and more 🧪
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Speed Up Microservices Development with Dapr on AWS EKS
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Learn how to accelerate your microservices development on AWS EKS using Dapr. Simplify and secure your distributed applications with ease.
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Dynamic Resource Allocation in Kubernetes
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Improve Network Performance with Topology Aware Routing in Amazon EKS ✒
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Discover how topology aware routing in Kubernetes can reduce costs and improve network performance.
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A Battle of Lightning-Fast In-Memory Databases in the Real World ⚡
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Scaling Trillions of Messages: Discord's Journey from Cassandra to ScyllaDB with Rust-Powered Solutions 🚀
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EKS cluster upgrades: A Step-by-Step guide to a secure Process
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Comprehensive step-by-step guide to securely upgrade your EKS clusters, ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining best practices throughout the process.
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Securing Your Kubernetes Cluster with OPA Gatekeeper: The Power of Policy-as-Code 🛡️
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Building a fortress in Kubernetes: How OPA Gatekeeper and Policy-as-Code keep your cluster safe.
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Introducing Kubernetes Validation with Common Expression Language (CEL) ☯
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Simplify complex validations in Kubernetes with Common Expression Language (CEL) and Kyverno policies.
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Werf: Pioneering the Future of CI/CD - A Close Look at the CNCF's Noteworthy Addition to the DevOps Landscape 🚀
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An insight into the rising star of the CNCF project, Werf, and its impact on the future of CI/CD in the DevOps landscape.
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OWASP Kubernetes Top 10: A Comprehensive Guide 🛡️
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Explore the OWASP Kubernetes Top 10, a prioritized list of risks to help security practitioners, system administrators, and software developers secure their Kubernetes environments.
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FinOps in practice: Simplify AWS cost Control through Automated EC2 and RDS Management 💰
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Master the art of multi-account, multi-region EC2 and RDS instance savings with automated management strategies, driving efficiency and cost savings.
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Kubernetes Node Security: The Role of Kubelet Authorization 🔐
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Understand the critical role of Kubelet authorization in securing Kubernetes nodes, a must-know for Kubernetes admins.
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Discover the Potential of Serverless Computing with OpenFaaS and Kubernetes as Catalysts for Change 🐋
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Explore how OpenFaaS and Kubernetes are orchestrating a serverless symphony, driving innovation and efficiency in cloud-native environments.
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Explore the Service discovery: A Deep Dive into Consul on Kubernetes for Service Mesh and Discovery 🔍
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Discover the tech-forward approach to service discovery with a deep dive into Consul on Kubernetes, exploring its role in service mesh and discovery.
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Kubernetes RBAC: Privilege Escalation Exploits and Mitigations 🔒
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Understand the risks of privilege escalation in Kubernetes RBAC and learn effective mitigation strategies to secure your cluster.
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Hidden Gems: A Few Things You Might Not Know About Kubernetes 💎
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Explore the lesser-known aspects of Kubernetes, uncovering hidden features and tips that can enhance your cloud-native experience.
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Discover Cluster.dev: A Simple Solution for Cloud Infrastructure Management ☁️
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Explore how Cluster.dev simplifies cloud infrastructure management with declarative configurations, making it easier to manage AWS and Kubernetes environments.
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Kubernetes & DNS: A Guide to CoreDNS and ExternalDNS in AWS EKS cluster🐳
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Dive into the essentials of Kubernetes DNS with this guide on CoreDNS and ExternalDNS, covering the basics and advanced configuration in AWS EKS cluster.
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Container Runtimes and CRI: A Technical Overview 🛠️
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Dive deep into the evolution of container runtimes and the Container Runtime Interface (CRI), exploring their technical intricacies and advancements.
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Prometheus Restart Troubles: Managing Memory Overload 🧠
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Docker Image Optimization: A Toolbox of efficient Tricks
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Discover simple yet effective tricks to optimize your Docker images, reducing size and improving performance for your containerized applications.
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Flagger: Progressive Delivery for Kubernetes with GitOps, FluxCD, and Istio 🚀
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Learn how Flagger enhances application release safety with progressive delivery, leveraging GitOps, FluxCD, and Istio for Kubernetes environments.
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How to Easily Run WebAssembly Workloads on Amazon EKS with SpinKube and containerd
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Discover how to effortlessly run WebAssembly workloads on Amazon EKS using SpinKube and containerd, simplifying your deployment process.
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Kubernetes Networking with Ambient: Istio's Sidecarless Innovation ☸
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Explore the revolutionary sidecarless approach in Istio for connecting Kubernetes services, enhancing performance and simplifying networking.
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Kubernetes Cost Optimization Made Easy: Efficient Tools for Streamlining FinOps 💰
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Discover effective strategies and tools for optimizing costs in your Kubernetes environment, making FinOps simpler and more efficient.
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Kubernetes Pod Priority and Preemption: How to Ensure Your Critical Pods Get the Resources They Need 🚀
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Learn how to manage pod priorities and preemption in Kubernetes to ensure that your critical applications receive the resources they need, even under resource constraints.
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In-Place Kubernetes Pod Resource Resizing Feature: A Deep Dive 🔍
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Explore the in-place resizing feature for Kubernetes pods, allowing dynamic resource adjustments without downtime, enhancing application performance and resource management.
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Chaos Engineering on Kubernetes: A Beginner's Guide: Revel In Chaos
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Discover the fundamentals of chaos engineering and how to implement chaos testing in your Kubernetes environment to enhance resilience and reliability.
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ConfigMap and Secret Data Reloading Made Simple with Reloader 🔄
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Learn how to simplify the updating of ConfigMaps and Secrets in Kubernetes with Reloader, ensuring your applications always use the latest configuration.
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LazyDocker: The Docker Management, User-Friendly Tool That Will Save Your Time 🐳
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Learn how LazyDocker simplifies Docker management, making it user-friendly and efficient for developers looking to save time.
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Understanding storage in Kubernetes 💾
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Explore the intricacies of storage in Kubernetes, including types, configurations, and best practices for managing data in containerized environments.
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How to Package and Deploy a Lambda Function as a Container Image
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How to package and deploy AWS Lambda functions as container images, enabling greater flexibility and customization beyond built-in runtimes.
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Kubernetes Cluster autoscaler: automatically scale your AWS EKS cluster for cost savings and performance
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CVE Vulnerability Database: What It Is and How to Use It in DevSecOps
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Discover the importance of the CVE Vulnerability Database in DevSecOps and learn how to effectively integrate it into your security practices.
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Kubernetes Autoscaling: Achieving Scalability and Efficiency
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Learn how to effectively scale your Kubernetes pods both vertically and horizontally using Horizontal Pod Autoscaler (HPA) and Vertical Pod Autoscaler (VPA) for optimal resource utilization.
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Pack: Dockerfile-less deployment to Kubernetes with Cloud Native Buildpacks
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eks-node-viewer: A Tool for Visualizing Dynamic Node Usage in EKS Clusters 🚀
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Explore how eks-node-viewer helps visualize dynamic node usage in EKS clusters for better optimization.
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VictoriaMetrics: A Guide, Comparing It to Prometheus, and Implementing Kubernetes Monitoring
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Explore the capabilities of VictoriaMetrics as a powerful time-series database, its comparison with Prometheus, and how to effectively implement monitoring in Kubernetes.
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Never Get Caught Blind: Securing Your Monitoring Stack with a Dead Man Switch 👀
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How to enhance the security of your monitoring stack using a dead man switch, ensuring that your systems are always under watchful eyes.
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How ARC Zonal Shift Enhances Application Availability in Amazon EKS
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Learn how ARC Zonal Shift improves application availability in Amazon EKS during outages.
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Vault: OIDC Authentication with Okta
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Explore how to implement OIDC authentication with Okta in Vault to enhance security and streamline access control for your applications.
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How to protect your Docker applications with secure base images, ensuring consistency and reliability in your cloud environment.
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Turning Kubernetes into a Developer-Friendly Platform with Cyclops ⛵️
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Turning Kubernetes into a Developer-Friendly Platform with Cyclops.
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Skaffold: Automate Your Kubernetes Deployments and Save Time 🐳
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Discover how Skaffold streamlines Kubernetes deployments, automating container image updates and saving valuable time.
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Submariner: Bridging the Gap Between Kubernetes Clusters
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Explore how Submariner enables seamless connectivity between Kubernetes clusters.
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Sign and Verify Container Images with Docker, Cosign, and Kyverno: A Complete Guide
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Learn how to secure your CI/CD pipelines by signing and verifying container images using Docker, Cosign, and Kyverno.
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Auditing Tetragon Logs for Better eBPF Log Analytics in Kubernetes Clusters 🐝
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Explore how to audit Tetragon logs for enhanced eBPF log analytics in Kubernetes.
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The Power of Paved Roads: Netflix's Approach to Empowering Developers with Freedom and Responsibility
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Discover Netflix's innovative approach to empowering developers through the concept of paved roads, fostering both freedom and responsibility.
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Learn how to leverage Amazon EKS, KEDA, and Karpenter for scalable and cost-effective event-driven workloads.
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Pod Scheduling in Kubernetes: Control the Placement of Your Pods ☸️
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Explore effective strategies for pod scheduling in Kubernetes to optimize resource utilization.
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Ephemeral Environments for Cost-Effective and Reliable CI/CD Pipelines with Kubernetes 🐳
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Discover how ephemeral environments can enhance your CI/CD pipelines using Kubernetes.
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Data on Kubernetes: Part 7 - K8ssandra: Bring Apache Cassandra to Kubernetes
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Discover how K8ssandra simplifies the management of Apache Cassandra on Kubernetes for seamless data handling.
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Data on Kubernetes: Part 6- Strimzi for running Apache Kafka
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Learn how to use Strimzi to run Apache Kafka on Kubernetes for efficient data streaming.
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KubeArmor: A Cloud-Native Runtime Security Enforcement System
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Explore KubeArmor, a great runtime security enforcement system designed to protect cloud-native applications in Kubernetes environments.
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Managing Deprecated Kubernetes APIs: Best Practices and Tools ☸️
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Learn best practices and tools for managing deprecated Kubernetes APIs effectively.
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Improve Container Image Availability and Speed with Caching in Kubernetes 🕸
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Discover effective tools and strategies to enhance container image availability and speed through caching in Kubernetes.
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Scaling Kubernetes Workloads with Istio Metrics and the Horizontal Pod Autoscaler
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Learn how to effectively scale Kubernetes workloads using Istio metrics and the Horizontal Pod Autoscaler for optimal performance.
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Simplify Kubernetes Application Management with Carvel kapp
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Discover how Carvel kapp simplifies Kubernetes application management, giving you control over your Kubernetes resources.
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Data on Kubernetes: Part 4 - Argo Workflows: Simplify parallel jobs
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Discover how Argo Workflows can simplify the management of parallel jobs in Kubernetes, enhancing efficiency and scalability.
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FinOps Best Practices: Using Mayfly Kubernetes Operator for Ephemeral Resources
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Learn how to optimize resource spend with the Mayfly Kubernetes Operator, implementing FinOps best practices for ephemeral resources.
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Goldilocks: The Secret to Setting Kubernetes Resource Requests and Limits Just Right
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Learn how to optimize Kubernetes resource allocation with Goldilocks, ensuring your resource requests and limits are set just right.
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Data on Kubernetes: Part 3 - Managing Workflows with Job Schedulers and Batch-Oriented Workflow Orchestrators
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Explore how to automate and orchestrate data workflows in Kubernetes using Amazon managed Apache Airflow MWAA.
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Data on Kubernetes: Part 2 - Deploying Databases in K8s with PostgreSQL, CloudNative-PG, and Ceph Rook on Amazon EKS
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Data on Kubernetes: Part 5 - Making AI/ML simpler
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Explore how Kubernetes simplifies the deployment and scaling of AI/ML models on EKS.
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Unsung Kubernetes Features that Keep Kubernetes Clusters Reliable and Resilient
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Discover the hidden gems within Kubernetes that ensure your clusters remain highly available and resilient.
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Sysdig and Docker Forge Alliance to Accelerate Cloud-Native Security: Docker Scout🐳
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Learn how Sysdig and Docker's new alliance, featuring Docker Scout, aims to enhance cloud-native security with prioritized risk management and improved security posture.
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A Guide to using Pre-commit hooks for Terraform: Save time and improve code quality 🪝
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Learn how to automate Terraform code checks and enforce security standards using pre-commit hooks, saving time and improving code quality.
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Authenticate applications on Kubernetes: Okta(OIDC), Istio, and OAuth2-Proxy integration. 🔝
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How to secure your Kubernetes applications using Okta for OIDC, Istio for service mesh, and OAuth2-Proxy for authentication.
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Kubernetes CLI — kubectl — Tips and Tricks That You May Not Know
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Explore how Kubernetes Admission Controllers enhance security and control within your clusters, providing a comprehensive guide to their implementation and benefits.
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Kubernetes Admission Controllers: A Comprehensive Guide to Enhancing Security and Control
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Explore how Kubernetes Admission Controllers enhance security and control within your clusters, providing a comprehensive guide to their implementation and benefits.
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Kubefirst: A One-Stop Tool for Production-Ready Kubernetes Platform in Minutes
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Learn how Kubefirst simplifies the deployment of production-ready Kubernetes platforms with a GitOps-driven approach.
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Saying Goodbye to Ingress: Embracing the Future of Kubernetes Traffic Management with Gateway API and Cilium
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Explore the transition from Ingress to Gateway API and Cilium for modern Kubernetes traffic management.
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Kubewatch: A Kubernetes Watcher for Observability and Monitoring
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Discover how Kubewatch enhances Kubernetes observability and monitoring with real-time insights and alerts.
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Docker Layers: The Secret to Efficient Image Management
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Unlock the secrets to managing Docker images efficiently by understanding and utilizing Docker layers.
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Securely Inject Secrets to Pods with the Vault Agent Injector
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Discover how the Vault Agent Injector can securely inject secrets into your Kubernetes pods, enhancing the security of your Kubernetes secrets management.
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Understanding Kubernetes API Groups and Versions
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Gain a comprehensive understanding of Kubernetes API groups and versions, and learn how they help manage and extend Kubernetes functionality.
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From Docker images into Dockerfile: Docker the other way around
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Learn how to reverse-engineer Docker images back into Dockerfiles, providing insights into the process and tools needed for effective backtracking.
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Improve your EKS cluster with Istio and Cilium
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Enhance your EKS cluster by integrating Istio and Cilium for improved networking and security. Learn how these tools can optimize your Kubernetes environment.
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Terragrunt: A Modern Way to Keep Your Terraform Code DRY and Maintainable
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Discover how Terragrunt can revolutionize your Terraform workflow by keeping your code DRY and maintainable. Learn best practices and tips for efficient infrastructure as code (IaC) management.
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The State of Kubernetes Open Standards: What You Need to Know
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Learn Kubernetes open standards and understand the key components like OCI, CRI, CNI, CSI, SMI, CPI, KSD, and CIL that are shaping the future of container orchestration.
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Helmfile: A Declarative Way to Deploy Helm Charts
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Learn how Helmfile provides a declarative approach to managing and deploying Helm charts, making your Kubernetes application management more efficient and maintainable.
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Securely Managing Kubernetes Passwords with Sealed Secrets
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How to securely manage Kubernetes passwords using Sealed Secrets. This guide covers one-way encryption techniques to protect your sensitive data.
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Enhancing Kubernetes: Compliant Solutions for Security and Observability
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Explore how to achieve GDPR and ISO 27001 compliance in Kubernetes. Get essential tips for enhancing security and observability in your production workloads.
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Why You Should Contribute to Open Source Projects and How to Get Started
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Discover the benefits of contributing to open source projects and learn how to get started. Make a positive impact in the open source community with these practical tips.
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Monitoring Kubernetes Clusters with kube-state-metrics
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Learn how to effectively monitor your Kubernetes clusters using kube-state-metrics. This comprehensive guide covers the setup, usage, and benefits of KSM for cluster observability.
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Remove Friction and Reduce Frustration with These Tricks
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Discover essential tricks and tools to solve all your Kubernetes debugging needs like a pro. Reduce friction and frustration with these expert tips.
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Arkade: An Open Source Marketplace For Developer Tools 🔝
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Discover Arkade, the open-source marketplace for developer tools. Learn how this one-stop-shop for CLI tools can enhance your Kubernetes development experience.
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Cluster Proportional Autoscaler CPA: Adjust your core services to match your growing infrastructure 🌁
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Learn how the Cluster Proportional Autoscaler (CPA) can help you scale your Kubernetes cluster efficiently. This guide covers the benefits and implementation of CPA to match your growing infrastructure needs.
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Explore User-Friendly Desktop Kubernetes Open-Source IDEs
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Discover user-friendly desktop Kubernetes open-source development environments. Learn how these tools make Kubernetes cluster management accessible and simple for everyone.
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Making Platform Engineering Easy with CNOE
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Discover how Cloud Native Operational Excellence (CNOE) can simplify platform engineering. Learn to build better software tools with cloud-native technologies and community-driven best practices.
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Forensic Container Checkpointing with CRIU in Kubernetes
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Explore the forensic capabilities of container checkpointing with CRIU in Kubernetes. Learn how to use the Kubelet checkpoint API for stateful container copies and enhance your security posture.
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Should You Learn Kubernetes?
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Explore whether learning Kubernetes is the right choice for you. Understand its importance, benefits, and how much you need to know to get started.
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Exploring Local Kubernetes Development Tools and Solutions
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Discover the best tools and solutions for local Kubernetes development. Enhance your k8s development experience with these practical tips and tools.
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Everything You Need to Know About Monitoring CoreDNS for DNS Performance
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Ensure reliable DNS resolution in Amazon Kubernetes clusters by monitoring CoreDNS performance. This guide covers essential metrics and best practices for effective DNS monitoring.
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Building Container Images in Kubernetes Cluster with Kaniko
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Build container images directly within your Kubernetes cluster using Kaniko. This guide covers the benefits of daemonless Docker image building in Kubernetes.
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Understanding Kubernetes Probes: Better Apps Health Checks 🌁
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Learn how to use Kubernetes probes to improve the health checks of your applications. This guide covers liveness, readiness, and startup probes to ensure your apps run smoothly.
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Introducing MKAT: The Managed Kubernetes Auditing Toolkit from DataDog 🛡️
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Discover MKAT, the Managed Kubernetes Auditing Toolkit from DataDog. Learn how this powerful tool enhances security and compliance in your Kubernetes environments.
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Backstage: A Quick Start Guide to Build Developer Portals
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Get started with Backstage, the open-source platform for building developer portals. This guide introduces Backstage and its key features, helping you streamline your development workflows.
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Understanding the CNI Metrics Helper for Amazon VPC CNI Plugin 🌐
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Explore the CNI Metrics Helper for the Amazon VPC CNI Plugin and how it enhances network monitoring in Kubernetes. This guide covers its features and benefits for efficient network management.
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Understanding Platform Engineering: An introduction ⚡
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Explore the fundamentals of platform engineering and how it simplifies software development. This introduction will guide you through the key concepts and benefits.
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Understanding Common Exit Codes and Error Messages in Containers & Kubernetes 🎑
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Learn about the common exit codes and error messages you might encounter in containers and Kubernetes. This guide will help you troubleshoot and resolve issues effectively.
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Understanding Helm Chart Hooks 🪝
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Discover the power of Helm Chart Hooks and how they can automate and streamline your Kubernetes deployments. Learn about the different types of hooks and their practical applications.
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Explore the Variety of Cloud-Native Landscape: the Dynamic World of Kubernetes and Beyond
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Dive into the diverse world of cloud-native technologies, exploring Kubernetes and beyond. Understand the dynamic landscape and how these tools can revolutionize your DevOps practices.
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Istio, ALB, and ACM: securing end-to-end traffic on Amazon EKS with TLS certificates
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Learn how to secure end-to-end traffic on Amazon EKS using Istio, ALB, and ACM with TLS certificates. This guide covers the essential steps and best practices for implementing robust security measures.
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Getting started with Kubernetes Cluster API CAPI: An Overview
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Explore how to programmatically configure and deploy Kubernetes clusters using Cluster API (CAPI).
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Botkube: Making Kubernetes management and automation easier
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Discover how Botkube simplifies Kubernetes management and automation. Learn about its features, benefits, and how it can streamline cluster operations for everyone.
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Dapr: A portable, Event-Driven runtime for building distributed applications; Part1
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Explore how Dapr provides a portable, event-driven runtime for building distributed applications on Kubernetes. Learn about its features, benefits, and best practices for leveraging Dapr in your cloud-native projects.
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Tackling IPv4 Address Exhaustion in Amazon EKS Clusters
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Discover effective practices to avoid IPv4 address exhaustion in Amazon EKS clusters.
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Wasm and Kubernetes: A new era of cloud-native application deployment; Part1
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Explore the integration of WebAssembly (Wasm) with Kubernetes for cloud-native application deployment. This first part of the series covers the basics and benefits of using Wasm on K8s.
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Detecting Manual Actions in EKS Clusters with Terraform and SNS 🕵
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Learn how to enhance security and compliance in EKS by detecting manual actions using Terraform and SNS.
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Simplify Software architecture with Diagrams as Code DaC 📈
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Simplify your software architecture with Diagrams as Code (DaC) using Python. This guide covers tools and techniques to visualize your architecture effectively.
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EKS Backup Simplified: A Deep Dive into Velero's Magic
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How Amazon GuardDuty can help keep Amazon EKS secure
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Learn how to uncover hidden AWS costs and spot idle resources with unusd.cloud to save money and reduce risk.
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Automated Version management and Release Strategies with Semantic Release SemVer ☁️
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Unit Testing AWS Lambda with Python and Mock AWS Services Using Moto 📈
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Ensure the quality and resilience of your AWS Lambda functions with Python and Moto for effective unit testing.
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Hands-on Labs for Amazon EKS: a great intro to learning Amazon EKS
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Automate Kubernetes Monitoring with Terraform and Datadog
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Automate Kubernetes monitoring using Terraform and Datadog for better observability and infrastructure management.
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AWS Controllers for Kubernetes (ACK): Managing AWS services from Kubernetes
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How AWS Controllers for Kubernetes (ACK) enables seamless management of AWS services directly from your Kubernetes cluster.
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Monitoring AWS EKS Audit Logs with Falco
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Detect threats in AWS EKS audit logs with Falco
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AWS EKS Security Groups Per Pod: Improve the Security of Your Kubernetes Clusters
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Explore how AWS EKS Security Groups Per Pod can enhance the security of your Kubernetes clusters by providing fine-grained network policies.
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AWS Cloud Custodian: The Open Source Tool for Compliance as Code and Auto-Remediation
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Explore how Cloud Custodian enables compliance as code and auto-remediation to enhance your cloud security posture.
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k8s-pvc-tagger: The Swiss Army Knife of AWS EBS Tagging
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Discover how k8s-pvc-tagger can streamline your AWS EBS tagging process and enhance your cost management strategies. This tool acts as a versatile solution for efficient resource management in Kubernetes.
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Securing Kubernetes: A Comprehensive Guide to Runtime Security and System Hardening
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Securing Kubernetes involves robust runtime security and system hardening. Learn how tools like Strace, Falco, AppArmor, and Seccomp can protect your clusters.
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Redefining Kubernetes networking with Gateway API: Part 2
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The SOPS way: The only way to keep your secrets safe in Git
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How to use SOPS to securely manage your secrets in Git. This guide provides a foolproof method to ensure your sensitive information remains protected.
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Redefining Kubernetes networking with Gateway API: Part 1
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Secure the software supply chain with AWS Signer for signing and validating OCI artifacts
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Secure your software supply chain by using AWS Signer to sign and validate OCI artifacts and ensure the integrity and authenticity of your containerized applications and metadata.
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AWS EKS Monitoring Stack: Grafana, Prometheus, AlertManager, Promtail, and Loki
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Build a monitoring solution for AWS EKS using open source tools like Grafana, Prometheus, AlertManager, Promtail, and Loki.
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Discover Kubeconfig: A guide to EKS authentication with AWS 🤔
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Get to know the secrets of Kubeconfig and EKS authentication with AWS
Casting light on EKS: exploring AWS CloudWatch Container Insights for kubernetes cluster metrics and logs aggregation
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Explore how AWS CloudWatch Container Insights can help you monitor EKS cluster metrics and logs, providing proactive insights for better cluster management.
AWS Security: A Comparative Analysis of Instance Metadata Service v1 vs. IMDS v2, Kubernetes Pods, and Docker Container
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Explore the differences between AWS Instance Metadata Service v1 and v2, and understand their impact on Kubernetes Pods and Docker Containers. Enhance your AWS environment security with this comprehensive analysis.
Kubernetes: Security assessment guidelines and necessary checklist
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Learn about essential security assessment guidelines and checklists for Kubernetes, ensuring your clusters are secure and compliant with best practices.
Amazon EKS management: tips to save costs and enhance performance
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Discover essential tips for managing Amazon EKS, focusing on cost-saving strategies and performance enhancement to optimize your Kubernetes clusters.
Simplifying AWS cost monitoring & FinOps: real-time Insights with cost explorer and Slack ChatOps
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Gain real-time insights into AWS cost monitoring and FinOps using Cost Explorer and Slack ChatOps, making your financial operations easier and enhancing cost efficiency.
AWS Troubleshooting: The Art of Finding the Needle in the Haystack
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Master the art of troubleshooting in AWS by building effective strategies, utilizing logs, and leveraging monitoring tools to identify and resolve issues efficiently.
Cloudwatch Your Back: A Guide to AWS Monitoring Best Practices
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Learn the best practices for monitoring your AWS environment using CloudWatch, ensuring you stay ahead of potential issues and maintain optimal performance.
Build a bulletproof AWS architecture: A Guide to performance and reliability optimization
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Learn how to build a resilient AWS architecture with a focus on performance and reliability optimization, ensuring your cloud infrastructure is robust and efficient.
Amazon EKS add-ons: A curated set of software for managing your Kubernetes clusters
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Explore a curated set of Amazon EKS add-ons designed to enhance the management and functionality of your Kubernetes clusters, integrating seamlessly with tools like Terraform and CDK.
Efficient Kubernetes Cluster Deployment: Accelerating Setup with EKS Blueprints
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How to accelerate your Kubernetes cluster deployment using EKS Blueprints, providing a streamlined and efficient setup process for AWS EKS.
Stay within bounds: Using AwsLimitChecker to manage AWS Service limits
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How to proactively manage AWS service limits using AwsLimitChecker, ensuring your applications stay within bounds and avoid disruptions.
Amazon EKS: Analyze control plane and CloudTrail logs for better detective controls
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How to use EKS control plane logs and AWS CloudTrail logs to gain visibility into your cluster’s activities, detect potential security threats, and investigate incidents.
Open-source Tools for detecting drift in Terraform-managed Infrastructure
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Various open-source tools designed to detect and manage drift in Terraform-managed infrastructure, ensuring consistency and reliability in your cloud environment.
HardenEKS: The Easy Way to keep your AWS EKS clusters secure and compliant
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How to automate compliance with best practices for Amazon EKS, ensuring your clusters remain secure and compliant with industry standards.
Easy AWS permissions for your EKS workloads
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Learn how to simplify AWS permissions for your EKS workloads using EKS Pod Identity, providing an easy and secure way to grant AWS access.
Simplify Kubernetes management with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools
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Simplify Kubernetes management using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, focusing on automation, security, and scalability for your Kubernetes infrastructure.
Enabling distributed tracing for containerized apps with AWS X-Ray
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Learn how to enable distributed tracing for containerized applications using AWS X-Ray, providing end-to-end performance visibility and insights into your workloads on AWS.
Generative AI on AWS ☁️
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Explore the capabilities of generative AI on AWS, focusing on tools like SageMaker and Bedrock to enhance your AI development and deployment processes.
An in-depth guide to building a Helm chart from the ground up
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A comprehensive walkthrough on building Helm charts from scratch, covering essential concepts and best practices for effective network management in Kubernetes.
The journey of a pod: The world of pod lifecycle
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The journey of a pod through its lifecycle involves several key states, each critical to its functionality and performance.
Kube-Proxy and CNI: The Hidden Components of Kubernetes Networking
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Explore the essential yet often overlooked components of Kubernetes networking. This guide sheds light on Kube-Proxy and Container Network Interface CNI
Connecting the Dots: Understanding How Pods Talk in Kubernetes Networks
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Discover Kubernetes networking and how DNS plays a major role in enabling communication between pods, mechanisms behind service discovery and the architecture that supports pod interactions within a Kubernetes cluster.
Minimizing local machine dependencies with replicable development environments 📈
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Modular Docker builds, Devcontainer Integration,Nix Package Manager, Home-Manager, Dotfiles
Devcontainers: Minimizing local machine dependencies with replicable Setups
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replicable Setups, Devcontainer,Nix Package Manager, Home-Manager, Minimize local machine dependencies
Get more out of kubectl: 11 useful plugins to explore
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Discover 11 cool kubectl plugins that can enhance your Kubernetes management experience, offering additional functionality and efficiency.
Tagging AWS resources the right way using Terraform
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AWS, consistent tagging of resources, best practices, cost tracking, lifecycle management
Manage secrets in AWS EKS with AWS Secrets Manager securely
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EKS, AWS, Secrets Manager, Kubernetes, Security
Choosing the right Linux Operating System for your Kubernetes cluster
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kubernetes cluster, Operating system, Talos OS, RancherOS, AWS Bottlerocket
Managing AWS EKS access entries with Terraform and OpenTofu
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EKS Access Entries, Terraform, OpenTofu, Kubernetes, Authentication
Simplify AWS resource access with EKS Pod Identity Agent and Python SDK
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AWS SDK for Python, Boto3, Pod identity agent, EKS
AI and Kubernetes: Open Source Tools powered by AI/OpenAI for Kubernetes
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AI, Kubernetes, Open Source Tools, AI/OpenAI for Kubernetes
Most common mistakes to avoid when using Kubernetes: Anti-Patterns ☸️
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Kubernetes, Anti-Patterns, Cloud Native, Best practices
Data on Kubernetes: Part 8 - Exploring TiDB, a cloud-native database
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EKS, Databases, Cloud Native DB
Get Started with OpenTelemetry SDKs
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Logs, metrics, traces collection in OTel SDK
Kubernetes 1.30: Key Improvements You Need to Know
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Discover the key improvements in Kubernetes 1.30, including security enhancements, resource management, and more.
Kubernetes 1.28: New Features for Sidecar Containers, Jobs, and Proxies
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Explore the new features in Kubernetes 1.28, including built-in support for sidecar containers, job optimizations, and better proxies.