Managing costs in a Kubernetes environment is a significant challenge. As Kubernetes workloads scale, the cost distribution becomes more complex, especially for teams managing multi-cloud clusters. Kubernetes cost visibility or the ability to track where and how resources are consumed is crucial for effective budgeting and resource optimization. Unfortunately, many Kubernetes cost monitoring tools fall short when it comes to offering real-time, granular visibility. This is where OpenCost shines, solving the cost visibility problem where other tools, like Kubecost, struggle. Continue reading “OpenCost: Solving Kubernetes Cost Visibility Problems”
Category: DevOps
How to Perform Penetration Testing on IoT Devices: Top Tools & Techniques
The Internet of Things (IoT) has transformed our homes and workplaces but at what cost?
With billions of connected devices, hackers have more entry points than ever. IoT penetration testing is your best defense, uncovering vulnerabilities before cybercriminals do. But where do you start? Discover the top tools, techniques, and expert strategies to safeguard your IoT ecosystem. Don’t wait for a breach, stay one step ahead.
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The Art of Redis Observability: From Metric Overload to Actionable Insights
“A dashboard without context is just a pretty picture. A dashboard with purpose is a lifesaving medical monitor.”
TL;DR
Modern observability systems are drowning in data while starving for insight. This research examines how Redis dashboards specifically demonstrate a critical industry-wide problem: the gap between metric collection and effective signal detection. Through comparative analysis, user studies, and incident retrospectives, I demonstrate how thoughtful metric curation dramatically improves system reliability and operator performance. Continue reading “The Art of Redis Observability: From Metric Overload to Actionable Insights”
DevOps Explained: What It Is, How It Works, and Why It Matters
Introduction to DevOps
DevOps has made a significant impact by reducing the gap between software developers and IT operations. This approach promotes collaboration between the two groups throughout the software lifecycle, simplifying the development process, speeding up delivery and leading to better results.
In this blog post, we will discuss in-depth, the importance of DevOps methodology in contemporary software development. We’ll examine the tools that facilitate this process, the benefits it provides, the potential challenges teams face, and how DevOps is reshaping team collaboration for faster, more efficient, and higher-quality results.
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Patching in DevOps — Part 1: Understanding the Basics
In today’s fast-paced development environments, security, reliability, and system performance are critical. One of the fundamental practices that help maintain these standards is patching. While often overlooked, patching plays a vital role in the DevOps lifecycle. Continue reading “Patching in DevOps — Part 1: Understanding the Basics”