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🎉 Day 2 of #DevOpsDaysHalifax kept the momentum strong, just like Day 1! Here's a quick rundown: Key talks that sparked ideas: • 🚀 Tim Ludikar’s talk, "Leverage Kubernetes to Supercharge Your Container Builds," showcased how Kubernetes can revolutionize CI/CD pipelines, driving both efficiency and security. • 🔓 In "Unwind: Breaking the Psychology of Cloud Vendor Lock-in," Billy Thompson delved into the psychological aspects of vendor lock-in, offering strategies for adopting a cloud-agnostic approach. • 🔮 Jan de Vries, in his session "What does a future proof organisation look like?", unveiled key elements of resilient organizations by employing Appreciative Inquiry and First Principle Thinking. • 🔍 Budhaditya Bhattacharya’s "Bad API observability: 7 anti-patterns you must avoid" pinpointed common pitfalls in API observability and provided solutions for enhancing the user experience. • 📞 Ken DeSouza’s "On-call doesn't need to suck" offered strategies for making on-call rotations more humane and effective, especially in growing organizations. • 📊 "Efficient Cloud Application Monitoring with Grafana API Integration" by Syed Usman Ahmad introduced advanced Grafana features that enhance cloud application monitoring and visualization. • 🔧 Hart Ripley’s "Unlocking Efficiency with Self-Service Automation" introduced the concept of an Automation Services Layer, designed for flexible, multi-vendor environments. • ⚡ Tianyi Li’s talk, "Build Smarter, Develop Faster," discussed optimizing testing and build processes within CI/CD to boost developer productivity. • 🤖 In "Don't let AI or tools do all work for you," Frank Boucher explored the role of AI in DevOps, emphasizing how to effectively leverage new tools without losing human expertise. The Open Spaces session was a game-changer. I joined the "What the Hell is Happening in the Job Market" discussion, which was both enlightening and reassuring. 🤝 Special thanks to Ivan Kobe and Frank Boucher for their invaluable insights for students and job seekers navigating these challenging times. These two days have been a whirlwind of learning, networking, and growth. The blend of technical knowledge and industry trends has been truly enriching. 📚💡 Frank Boucher's talk on AI in DevOps was my favorite, offering a balanced view of embracing new technologies while maintaining human expertise. A huge shoutout to the organizers of DevOpsDays Halifax 2024! 🙌 Their hard work and dedication made this event unforgettable. And a special mention to Carmen Huidobro for being such an energetic and engaging host today. Your enthusiasm was contagious! Already excited to see what DevOpsDays Halifax 2025 has in store! #DevOpsDaysHalifax #DevOps #TechConference #ContinuousLearning #CloudComputing #Kubernetes #Grafana #JobMarket #Networking #AI

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Technical Director - ML Solutions @ Electronic Arts by via ai-jobs.net ([Global] oracle cloud) URL: https://ift.tt/7PDCsA5 Who We Are Game Production Solutions (GPS) is a new division in Creative Technologies at Electronic Arts. In the GPS group, we build solutions for our customers (Game Teams / Creators). We empower game creators to make an outsized impact with our technology. Your Work With Us We are working on projects related to generative AI and Machine Learning, focused on Generative AI for game assets. The platform we are building is to power Generative AI for game creators across EA. We are using powerful models fine-tuned and adapted for asset creation, where performance, ease of use, and security are priorities. This role reports to the Senior Technical Director. Responsibilities Team Management: Lead a small but dynamic team of ML Platform and Ops Engineers,, and Software Engineers, promoting an atmosphere of innovation and collaboration. Partnerships and Collaboration: Collaborate with Product Managers, Tech Artists, Software Engineers, and DevOps engineers to identify requirements. Solution Architecture: Work with engineers in the team to architect backend services to power our generative AI/ML platform, ensuring performance, scalability, and security. Document technical specifications and system designs for future reference. Technical Decision-making: Use your expertise to arbitrate technical decisions for the engineering team, and articulate/define the WHAT, HOW, and (in partnership with Product Management) WHY for our technology roadmaps. Technical Leadership and Mentorship: Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers, promoting an environment of learning and improvement. Create and share best practices within the team. Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members. Quality & Code Reviews: Review completed engineering deliverables before release, ensuring that they meet our standards of quality and reliability. Risk Management: Identify potential technical risks and manage them, implementing mitigation strategies. Broad Technical Understanding: Develop an understanding of EA’s game technologies, engines, and strategies, ensuring that our development is aligned with EA’s broader goals. Coding and Debugging: You will write clean, well-structured, and maintainable code that follows best practices. You will also troubleshoot and debug issues to ensure smooth functioning of all of the services. Qualifications 3+ years of experience as a People Manager and 8+ years of experience as a Software Engineer, with increasing levels of responsibility. Mentor, coach, and aid in the development of team members. Set clear goals, and deliver them on time / at quality. Negotiate with partners, vendors, and customers (game teams / game creators / Tech Artists / Product.) Experience architecting and coding backend/online services. Experience working with cloud...

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I've known Alex Bunardzic for several years, and he's genuinely a software visionary. In this session, he'll explore key aspects of software engineering and the importance of building robust software in DevOps. If you've ever struggled with brittle APIs or want to learn about designing resilient software and the latest industry trends, this is a session you won't want to miss! See you tomorrow online. #DevOps #Meetup #FutureOfSoftware

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I'll be speaking at Toronto Summit for Amazon Web Services (AWS) on September 11th, 2024 on the topics of #PlatformEngineering #DevEx #Kubernetes #Serverless Make sure you register for Toronto Summit here: https://lnkd.in/dg8myEKg If you plan on being at Toronto Summit and want to chat about #Modernization #Containers #Serverless, send me a DM so we can arrange a time. I am also happy to chat about #DistributedSystems #Microservices #Rust #Go #Terraform

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My team at Sunlife Global Solutions have recently embraced Azure DevOps and it has dramatically streamlined the CI/CD pipeline process from planning to testing, and deploying. It's simplified our workflows, reduced overheads, and boosted productivity. It's not just about efficiency, but also about creating a more enjoyable and less cluttered work environment. I've documented all my experience in this article. This is a work in progress and would not be surprised if Azure DevOps continues to amaze me.   #AzureDevOps #DevOps #SoftwareDevelopment #SLGS #SunlifeGlobalSolutions

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🌟 Mark your calendars and get ready to level up your DevOps game! Our highly anticipated annual event is on the horizon; you won't want to miss out! 🚀 Join Delphix as we bring together the brightest minds in the industry — CIOs, DevOps leaders, and CISOs — to delve into the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in modern development. Click below to learn more and save the date ➡️ last year sold out, so don't wait!  #Delphix #Perforce #Devops #Data #TechLeaders

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This week's issue covers cold start mitigation strategies, virtual Kubernetes clusters, backpressure management in distributed systems, and changes to the CKA exam. Featured tools include distroless containers, Laminar for LLM observability, and Apache SkyWalking for cloud-native monitoring.

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Ask Microsoft Copilot questions about your Azure environment and get personalized recommendations—all in natural language. Learn how to simplify cloud operations with Copilot in Azure: https://lnkd.in/ecMYg_nH #MSBuild #MicrosoftCanada #MSFTAdvocate #Copilot #Azure

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[Oracle HCC Compression - The Press with a small footprint ] You're running an oracle Exadata and need a data strategy to slowdown your data growth or recover storage on existing data. It would be worth considering Hybrid Columnar Compression (HCC) . This document helped me quickly understand HCC compression and gave me complete confidence in conducting a benchmark before applying it to production. https://lnkd.in/eUjJeexm Then, like "Doc" brown said in back to the future, "It worked!". Have a good "compressed" week ! #database #exadata #Engineering #SystèmeDInformation

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Blow through problems using cost-effective #observability built with #OpenTelemetry with #OpenText. You can gain full visbility, unlock insights easily and Adopt SRE quickly. Learn more today! #AI #ITOps

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Check out this article about how #AI is enhancing the role of #cybersecurity in the #softwaredevelopment process. #DevSecOps #OpenText #DevOps

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Robust Observability for your AWS Resources with New Relic #aws #awscommunitybuilders #awscommunity‍ #awscommunity‍nepal

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𝐊𝐮𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐬, known for its flexibility and complexity, offers a rich set of features for implementing distributed systems, i.e., deploy, manage, and scale containerized applications, with multiple layers of abstraction such as pods and services and detailed configurations often managed through YAML files. This complexity and the dynamic and rapidly evolving Kubernetes ecosystem require continuous learning to keep up with new tools and updates, especially in areas like intricate networking and security in cluster management. These factors contribute to a steep learning curve, requiring a deep understanding of Kubernetes' components, best practices, and ongoing changes. To navigate this complexity, specialized Kubernetes certifications like 𝐊𝐂𝐍𝐀, 𝐂𝐊𝐀𝐃, 𝐂𝐊𝐀, and 𝐂𝐊𝐒 from Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) and The Linux Foundation provide structured learning paths, each targeting different aspects of Kubernetes proficiency. KCNA offers a broad overview of fundamentals, while CKAD delves into application development within Kubernetes. CKA focuses on administration, covering aspects such as cluster architecture and troubleshooting, whereas CKS emphasizes security in Kubernetes environments. These certifications demand in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience, reflecting the ever-evolving nature of Kubernetes. They require rigorous examination, including performance-based tasks, and focus on critical areas like security and scalability. Achieving these certifications involves extensive practice (ad nauseam) and utilization of various resources like TechWorld with Nana's Kubernetes videos, courses from Cloud Academy, A Cloud Guru | A Pluralsight Company, KodeKloud, and Killer Shell, along with books by Benjamin Muschko, and scenarios and simulators from Killercoda and Killer Shell. Holding these Kubernetes certifications entails a commitment to the community, involving sharing knowledge, mentoring, adhering to ethical standards, and contributing to the ecosystem. Certified professionals must keep abreast of the latest developments in Kubernetes, advocate for its proper use, apply and promote best practices, and provide constructive feedback. This role goes beyond personal job duties, emphasizing continuous learning, community engagement, and a dedication to fostering the growth of the Kubernetes platform. --- If you find my post valuable, please like it and share it with your network. Your support is crucial and can help make a positive impact on the Kubernetes community. Let's make a difference together. #kubernetes #containerization  #cloudnative #security #kcna #ckad #cka #cks #learning #training #certification  #linuxfoundation #cncf

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Learn how effective API governance promotes API reusability, and discover the capabilities of Anypoint API Governance + how to define rulesets to govern APIs.

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Check out this short lab on CloudFormation. #CloudWhistler #Cloudanaire #AWS #Cloudcomputing #CloudEngineer Ali Sohail Amir Malaeb Daniyal Nadeem Osinachi Okpara Kathryn Jones Kamalpreet KAUR

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Check out this blog post about #DevSecOps, which when implemented in the #softwaredevlopment process, improves security and increases development speed. #DevOps #cybersecurity #ITOps #AI #OpenText

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While AWS provides secure network connectivity within Canada, relying on routing paths doesn't work. Implement robust encryption measures to meet your data protection and compliance needs, as recommended by AWS. 🔒 Learn the architectural details, residency considerations, and best practices for optimizing your AWS deployment in Canada. This blog is a must-read for organizations operating in the Canadian market. Written with Michael Davie, Joel Desaulniers and Schuyler Jager https://lnkd.in/dbqyB9Wc #AWSCloud #CloudComputing #DataPrivacy #CanadianTech #CloudInfrastructure #gcdigital

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The major strength of #Cedar for #Authorization is #Analyzability What does it mean you ask? Glad you do, I hope this blog post will help you https://lnkd.in/e4Rm7BBF #AWS #AppSec #Identity #DevSecOps

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