Cloud Native Now Podcast - Video

Mike Vizard and Paul Nashawaty, practice lead for application development at Futurum, dive into the state of Kubernetes adoption now that the platform has turned 10 before diving into research from Docker, Inc. that highlights how complex application environments have become. Then they turn their attention to the latest version of Graal from Oracle and why cloud-native application development often needs to be led from the top of the organization. Links Referenced in Podcast: https://cloudnativenow.com/topics/cloudnativedevelopment/kubernetes/orchestration-celebration-10-years-of-kubernetes/ https://cloudnativenow.com/topics/cloudnativedevelopment/kubernetes/survey-highlights-kubernetes-ascendancy-in-the-enterprise/ https://cloudnativenow.com/features/docker-survey-surfaces-complex-application-development-landscape/ https://cloudnativenow.com/topics/cloudnativedevelopment/open-source/oracle-growls-louder-for-graal-cloud-native/ https://cloudnativenow.com/topics/cloudnativeplatforms/ntt-data-vp-cloud-native-adoption-starts-at-the-top/

Mike Vizard and Paul Nashawaty, principal analyst for application development at The Futurum Group, dive into all the latest advances promising to make it simpler than ever for IT professionals of any experience level to manage Kubernetes clusters. Links Referenced in Podcast: Microsoft Applies AI to Cloud Native: https://cloudnativenow.com/editorial-calendar/app-dev-platforms-for-kubernetes/microsoft-simplifies-management-of-kubernetes-clusters-in-azure-cloud/ https://devops.com/microsoft-infuses-ai-into-devops-workflows/ Nutanix Embraces Containers: https://cloudnativenow.com/features/nutanix-to-containerize-core-operating-system-to-simplify-migrations/ https://cloudnativenow.com/features/nutanix-project-beacon-illuminates-cloud-native-navigation/ Rafay Extends Kubernetes Reach to AI Workloads: https://cloudnativenow.com/topics/cloudnativeplatforms/paas/rafay-extends-kubernetes-reach-into-the-realm-of-ai/

Mike Vizard and Paul Nashawaty, practice lead for application development at the Futurum Group, dive into the highlights of the recent Red Hat Summit before discussing how application modernization is being achieved. Then the conversation turns to what degree observability will require a real-time database before revisiting the degree to which DevOps teams are helping organizations rein in cloud costs. Links Referenced in the Podcast: https://cloudnativenow.com/news/red-hat-expands-scope-of-ai-ambitions-for-openshift-platform/ https://techstrong.tv/videos/interviews/technical-debt-in-application-modernization-with-vfunctions-moti-rafalin https://devops.com/startree-makes-observability-case-for-apache-pinot-database/ https://cloudnativenow.com/editorial-calendar/container-kubernetes-management/finops-for-kubernetes-engineering-cost-optimization/ https://devops.com/survey-credits-engineering-teams-with-keeping-lid-on-cloud-costs/

Mike and Paul Nashawaty, practice lead for application development at the Futurum Group, discuss the implication of millions of repositories on Docker Hub that were used to distribute malware before diving into how cloud-native application security might improve. Then the conversation turns to applying artificial intelligence (AI) to managing application programming interfaces (APIs) and the rise of control planes to centralize the management of distributed IT platforms. Links Referenced in Podcast: https://cloudnativenow.com/topics/cloudnativedevelopment/docker/jfrog-reveals-docker-hub-compromise-spanning-millions-of-repositories/ https://cloudnativenow.com/news/isovalent-strengthens-cloud-native-security-via-tetragon-enterprise-update/ https://cloudnativenow.com/features/upbound-adds-console-to-centralize-management-of-crossplane/ https://devops.com/postman-makes-ai-tool-for-api-management-platform-available/

Mike and Paul, a practice lead for application development at the Futurum Group, discuss the cloud-native implications of the IBM move to acquire HashiCorp before diving into why NVIDIA acquired Run:AI. Then the conversation shifts to applying best FinOps to rein in Kubernetes costs. Additionally, Paul previews some of the results of an observability survey conducted by Futurum.

Mike and Paul Nashawaty, practice lead for application development for the Futurum Group, dive into the latest update to Kubernetes before moving on to what platforms are best for running cloud-native applications. Then the discussion shifts to Broadcom’s Tanzu strategy, the state of Kubernetes cybersecurity and the rise of WebAssembly (Wasm).

Sharon and Mike discuss a slew of new reports on platform engineering, DevSecOps in cloud-native environments and observability and Istio loses some service mesh weight with its Ambient project. Then, Mike and Sharon talk about Civo's acquisition of Kubefirst to advance GitOps--and possibly fill the gap left by Weaveworks. Sharon says goodbye as she moves on to a new role outside of Techstrong Group - but the podcast will continue! Links Referenced in Podcast: Platform Engineering and Kubernetes: https://devops.com/survey-surfaces-substantial-platform-engineering-gains/ Lack of Visibility into Kubernetes Environments: https://devops.com/survey-surfaces-lack-of-significant-observability-progress/ Time to Get DevSecOps Right: https://cloudnativenow.com/topics/revolutionizing-software-development-with-cloud-native-devsecops/ Istio Loses Weight: https://cloudnativenow.com/features/maintainers-of-istio-move-closer-to-delivering-on-lighter-weight-ambient-promise/

Mike checks in from Paris at KubeCon + CloudNativeCon EU, and highlights WebAssembly (Wasm) announcements, the CNCF's launch of an End User Technical Advisory Board (TAB), advancements from Docker and Loft Labs and, of course, the hottest thing going: AI. Links Referenced in Podcast: https://cloudnativenow.com/features/cncf-formally-convenes-end-user-technical-advisory-board/ https://cloudnativenow.com/features/fermyon-to-donate-open-source-wasm-platform-to-cncf/ https://cloudnativenow.com/features/cosmonic-delivers-on-promise-to-support-latest-wasm-standards/ https://cloudnativenow.com/features/ai-emerges-as-next-major-kubernetes-challenge/ Docker and Red Hat: https://cloudnativenow.com/features/red-hat-allies-with-docker-inc-for-testcontainers-cloud-framework/ Loft Labs and Rancher: https://cloudnativenow.com/features/loft-labs-integrates-virtual-kubernetes-clusters-with-rancher/

Sharon and Mike welcome Taylor Dolezal, head of ecosystem for the Cloud Native Computing Foundation, to discuss the current state of cloud-native, the challenges and complexities end-users face and how the CNCF can help them navigate the expanding cloud-native landscape. Sharon, Mike and Taylor also delve into the potential for generative AI and discuss the KubeCon + CloudNativeCon EU conference in Paris. Links Referenced in Podcast: Christina Noble Foundation:  https://cncf.org

Sharon and Mike discuss the potential Kubernetes singularity and what's stopping us from achieving it, some of the challenges involved in Kubernetes adoption - scaling, databases, security - and the rise of platform engineering. Links Referenced in Podcast: Kubernetes: The Singularity: https://cloudnativenow.com/topics/the-kubernetes-singularity/ Scaling Stateful Apps: https://cloudnativenow.com/topics/closer-to-serverless-for-databases-on-kubernetes/ Rise of Platform Engineering: https://cloudnativenow.com/topics/how-platform-as-a-product-drives-cloud-native-platform-maturity/ The Trouble with Observability: https://devops.com/new-relic-streamlines-observability-data-management/ https://devops.com/observe-inc-adds-tool-for-exploring-distributed-traces/ Security as Code: https://cloudnativenow.com/features/kubernetes-is-gaining-momentum-but-security-still-lags-behind/ https://cloudnativenow.com/topics/embracing-code-driven-security-for-cloud-native-ecosystems/

Sharon and Mike talk about Octopus Deploy's acquisition of Codefresh and what that means for progress in the cloud-native continuous deployment space, the open secret of Kubernetes waste and new innovation in Kubernetes security from KSOC and Sysdig. Links Referenced in Podcast: Octopus Deploy: https://cloudnativenow.com/features/octopus-deploy-acquires-codefresh-to-modernize-devops-in-kubernetes-environments/ Credit Karma: https://techstrong.tv/videos/interviews/credit-karmas-jeremy-unruh-boosting-developer-productivity-argo CAST AI: https://cloudnativenow.com/features/cast-ai-report-surfaces-massive-kubernetes-cloud-infrastructure-waste/ KSOC: https://cloudnativenow.com/features/ksoc-adds-tools-to-strengthen-kubernetes-security/ Sysdig: https://securityboulevard.com/2024/02/cncf-graduates-falco-project-to-improve-linux-security/

Sharon and Mike talk about the issue of Kubernetes management - who's managing it? When you're building a K8s team, should you develop in-house talent or bring in freelancers/contractors? What about the role of managed services? Mike and Sharon then explore the issue of automation in Kubernetes as well as control planes and IDPs in cloud-native environments. Links Referenced in Podcast: Who Manages Kubernetes? https://cloudnativenow.com/features/scaling-your-kubernetes-team-in-house-vs-freelance/ How Automated Can Kubernetes Management Get? https://cloudnativenow.com/features/extending-kubernetes-with-automation/ In the Eye of the Crossplane: https://cloudnativenow.com/features/crossplane-maintainers-add-python-support-to-control-plane/ IDPs in the Cloud-Native Era: https://techstrong.tv/videos/interviews/red-hats-markus-eisele-internal-developer-portal

Sharon and Mike discuss Dagger, Dapr and Wasm -- three technologies that have been touted as 'the holy grail' in cloud-native computing. What's the deal? Is there such a thing as a holy grail? Sharon and Mike also talk about the upcoming KubeCon EU. Links Referenced in Podcast: The Wisdom of Solomon: https://techstrong.tv/videos/interviews/app-development-challenges-in-2024-docker-solomon-hykes Dandy Dapr: https://cloudnativenow.com/features/diagrid-offers-free-trial-edition-of-dapr-saas-service/

In this episode of the Cloud Native Now Podcast, Mike and Sharon deliver a eulogy for Weaveworks, which founder Alexis Richardson announced in a LinkedIn post this week would shut down after it failed to secure necessary funding. Weaveworks was a critical foundation of the GitOps movement and its Flux project provides GitOps for apps and infrastructure. As of 2022, the project boasted more than 1 billion downloads, and it is a graduated project with the CNCF. Why is GitOps so important? What is Flux? And what happens to GitOps and Flux now that Weaveworks is no more? Tune in to find out. Links Referenced in Podcast: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/richardsonalexis_hi-everyone-i-am-very-sad-to-announce-activity-7160295096825860096-ZS67 What is GitOps? Why so important? https://devops.com/the-differences-between-devops-and-gitops/ https://cloudnativenow.com/topics/gitops-workflows-and-principles-for-kubernetes/ What is Flux? https://cloudnativenow.com/features/introduction-to-flux/ https://cloudnativenow.com/features/gitops-workflows-expanding-beyond-kubernetes-clusters/ https://www.cncf.io/projects/flux/

The Cloud Native Now podcast is dedicated to everything related to the modern cloud-native stack: Kubernetes, microservices, platform engineering, platform-as-a-service, cloud-native security, cloud-native application protection, SaaS, serverless, WebAssembly (Wasm), containers and more. Tune in weekly as our hosts explore current events, best practices, culture, issues and trends. In this episode, Mike and Sharon talk about the state of cloud native and Kubernetes, touch on cloud-native security, cluster management issues, Docker's latest moves and whether Kubernetes is actually fit for purpose. Have a topic you want us to cover? A guest you want to hear from? Or just want to tell us how wrong we are? Email Sharon at [email protected] and let's keep the cloud-native conversation going! Links Referenced in Podcast: State of Kubernetes https://cloudnativenow.com/features/fairwinds-report-surfaces-biggest-kubernetes-management-challenges/ https://cloudnativenow.com/features/2024-will-see-increased-kubernetes-interoperability-challenges/ Is Kubernetes Fit for Purpose? https://cloudnativenow.com/topics/is-kubernetes-fit-for-purpose/ Kubernetes Insecurity https://cloudnativenow.com/features/sysdig-report-surfaces-major-container-security-challenges/ https://cloudnativenow.com/features/report-surfaces-high-level-of-kubernetes-insecurity-in-the-cloud/ https://cloudnativenow.com/features/cado-security-labs-identifies-campaign-to-compromise-docker-hosts/ Docker vs CI https://cloudnativenow.com/features/docker-inc-delivers-cloud-service-for-creating-software-builds/ Open Source Costs https://cloudnativenow.com/features/the-hidden-costs-of-cloud-native-open-source/