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Great session from AWS Re:Invent showing how Air Canada uses Managed OpenShift on AWS (ROSA) to accelerate their application modernization journey. #redhat #aws #openshift https://lnkd.in/gETQz5ft

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Join ePlus inc. and AWS on July 31, 2024, at 2:00 PM EST for an informative webinar designed for those transitioning from on-prem VMware or VMware Cloud on AWS to AWS Native Services. Discover strategic approaches to optimize your migration and mitigate risks. In our previous webinar we showcased the unique benefits ePlus provides through the AWS Marketplace. Building on that success, we're excited to delve deeper into the technical and strategic nuances of VMware migration. We’ll cover: Understanding Migration Feasibility: Evaluate your migration plan from both business and technical perspectives to ensure it's robust. Preparation and Mobilization: Learn effective strategies for preparing both your source VMware and target AWS environments. Operational Transformation: Transition to a new operational model under AWS and adapt your VMware practices for backup, monitoring, logging, and disaster recovery in an AWS-native environment. Cost and Planning: Discover potential costs and establish a practical timeline for migration, including exploring ePlus funding options to support your journey. Embark on this transformative journey with us. https://lnkd.in/eEBaYvQb This webinar isn't just about transitioning technologies; it's about aligning with your strategic goals for a seamless migration, with ePlus as your trusted guide. Join us to gain the insights and tools needed to navigate your VMware future effectively. #VMware #AWS #CloudMigration #ePlus #Webinar #TechInsights Todd Wolff☁️ Jack McVickar ☁ Tony Leonardo ☁️ Michael DeMuro Lindsey Crowe Andrew Bowling

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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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All, AWS is hosting its annual Canada Security Week, a series of virtual sessions packed with essential insights! Learn how to strengthen your cybersecurity strategy, secure cloud management, optimize workload resilience, master incident response, and build trust in Generative AI! These on-demand sessions are led by AWS experts and cover the latest trends and best practices to help your organization stay ahead of evolving threats. Don't miss this opportunity to upskill and bolster your security posture. Register to watch now! #AWSSecurityWeek #CloudSecurity #CyberResilience

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Join me at AWS Canada’s - Ottawa Symposium this coming Wednesday, October 9th from 0900-1435. We have an exciting line up in the security track: Sean Roche will explain how the US national security community has adopted AWS cloud computing to improve digital resilience and security, and how the cloud has enabled greater resilience for critical operations. Jayson Sizer McIntosh and Max Neuvians will cover the GC's guidance on responsible AI adoption, the security risks of generative AI, and how AWS provides a secure, governed approach to integrating AI/ML capabilities into application development. Brian Mycroft will go through leveraging AWS CCCS PBHVA assessed services. He will cover data protection, identity management, networking isolation, and operational security practices required to meet the CCCS PBHVA security profile. Jaimin Patel will showcase Palo Alto Networks' approach to securing the entire AI lifecycle, including AI access control, supply chain protections, and runtime security for AI applications, models, and data. Naranjan Goklani and James Kierstead will highlight the importance of conducting thorough risk assessments for responsible AI. They will cover AWS approach to helping customers address security, privacy, and compliance considerations for responsible AI implementation. Don't miss this invaluable opportunity to stay ahead of the curve in cloud security! Register now for the AWS Ottawa Symposium at the Shaw Centre. #gcdigital #cybersecurity #responsibleai #genai #AWSsymposium https://lnkd.in/e5saJUWN

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Announcing Our Final User Group Event of the Year! Join us on November 13th to learn how to protect your APIs and detect insider threats. We'll delve into real-world threats, best practices, and hands-on techniques to (1) protect your APIs and (2) detect potential insider risks Register now!  #Splunk #CyberSecurity #Security #Cyber #DataPrivacy #CloudSecurity

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Break down another organizational silo by integrating your security team with your existing DevOps team. Download the e-book: https://lnkd.in/ejJ5Xefz #MicrosoftCanada #DevOps #MSFTAdvocate #Azure

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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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AWS PartnerCast: Important Announcement: End of Resell for VMware Cloud on AWS - Wednesday, May 8, 2024 10:00 PM - 12:00 AM (+1) (UTC-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada) If you interested in learning more about VMware Cloud on AWS, sign up for this upcoming event. Session agenda: * VMC on AWS service updates * Migration & Modernization Pathways * Partner Funding Programs * Assessing VMware Workloads * Migration and Modernization Tools * Q & A https://lnkd.in/extWamBE #aws #awscloud #amazonwebservices #vmware #migration #modernization

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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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Join me tomorrow at Microsoft HQ in Toronto for an in-depth exploration of Azure Functions as part of the Metro Toronto Azure Community meetup. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just getting started with cloud computing, this session is designed to elevate your understanding and mastery of serverless computing with Azure Functions. Event Details: 📅 Date: Tomorrow Nov 7th, 5:30pm to 8:30pm 📍Location: Microsoft Canadian Headquarters (Suite 4400) 81 Bay St. · Toronto, ON Agenda: Topic 1: Roundtable session about Azure IoT in the era of AI Topic 2: Harnessing Real-Time Insights: Building a Medallion Architecture for Formula 1 Telemetry with Azure Data Explorer Topic 3: Developing in the Cloud with Azure Functions - In Depth (my presentation) About My Session: 🔍  🌟 Highlights: Introduction to Azure Functions Detailed look at host.json, triggers, bindings, and durable functions Best practices and architectural patterns Real-world examples and demos Come join my presentation and learn how to harness Azure Functions to build scalable, efficient, and robust serverless applications. See you there! #Azure #AzureFunctions #Serverless #CloudComputing #MetroTorontoAzureCommunity #MicrosoftAzure #TechMeetup #TorontoTech #DeveloperCommunity

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Drowning in company docs? Meet the solution: your own ChatGPT-like enterprise search! 🚀 Imagine employees getting instant answers on policies, contracts, or client prep – no hunting through hundreds of pages. Using Azure AI Search and LLMs, this GitHub template helps businesses turn data chaos into actionable insights. Priyanka Vergadia shares how to empower your teams with privacy-first, AI-driven productivity. Explore the architecture, use cases, and code to start building today. Make knowledge work for you! 💡 https://lnkd.in/gFzRXhe6 #EnterpriseAI #Azure #AI

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Build secure, scalable, and performant custom business applications to modernize and streamline mission-critical tasks with AWS App Studio

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So incredibly excited to announce that, starting Today, Canadian organizations can run Generative AI workloads with Google Cloud, completely in Canada, including data stored at rest, and processing for Gemini 1.5 Pro and Gemini 1.5 Flash. This is crucial for organizations that need to ensure their data remains in Canada! https://lnkd.in/gmA-QNS3 #generativeai #ai #cloudcomputing #googlecloud #cloud #google #machinelearning #ml

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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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