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Modern DevOps Challenges: Automation, AI, and Scaling in 2025 - DevOps 23802 May 202501:18:49
In this episode of DevOps 238, we sat down with Zach Lloyd to dive into what’s really happening in the world of modern DevOps—from automation and AI to scaling systems and maintaining team culture in fast-paced environments.

We talked about the evolving role of DevOps engineers, the shift toward platform engineering, and why tool sprawl is becoming a bigger issue than ever. Zach shared some powerful real-world lessons on implementing CI/CD pipelines, avoiding burnout in high-pressure environments, and how teams can stay aligned without drowning in Slack notifications or endless dashboards.

One of our favorite takeaways? The idea that simplicity and communication still beat out fancy tooling—every time. We also touched on emerging trends like AI-assisted deployments, observability, and what DevOps might look like in 2026 and beyond.

If you’re navigating legacy systems, scaling rapidly, or just trying to keep your team sane and productive, this episode’s packed with insights you won’t want to miss.




Matt Lea Discusses Cloud War Games and Elevating Everyday DevOps - DevOps 23702 Apr 202501:14:24
We dive into the world of cloud architecture and engineering with a fascinating discussion led by our hosts Warren Parad and Will Button, and joined by our special guest, Matt Lea. Matt, hailing from Wisconsin, is the driving force behind innovative projects like CloudWarGames.com, a platform designed to enhance DevOps training and hiring through engaging problem-solving scenarios. As we explore his journey, from coaching gymnastics to developing digital training ecosystems, you'll discover how Matt's experiences shape his unique perspectives on technical challenges, team dynamics, and the ever-evolving landscape of cloud solutions. Whether you're curious about the technical intricacies of infrastructure or seeking inspiration for your own career path, this episode offers a captivating look at the intersection of technology, creativity, and human connections. So, sit back, relax, and get ready to explore the world of DevOps in a whole new way.
Gaining Stability with Rule Based Policies with Shimon Tolts - DevOps 22605 Dec 202400:52:14
Shimon Tolts is the CEO datree.io. Shimon talks the panel through an outage he experienced while working for a previous employer. He breaks down the situation and the explains the types of misconfiguration that caused his outage and how these things can cause problems in other applications as well.

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How To Secure Open-Source Dependencies - BONUS16 Dec 202200:43:07
Supply chain security, a subset of supply chain management, is concerned with the risk management of third-party vendors, suppliers, logistics, and transportation.
Stephen Chin is the Head of Developer Relations at JFROG. He is also a Speaker and the Author of DevOps Tools for Java Developers. Stephen joins Chuck for this bonus episode to talk about Supply Chain Security and Pyrsia.io. He begins by sharing some instances of how attackers are able to access different companies’ assets, software, systems, and others. 

Additionally, Stephen offers solutions on how to prevent or eliminate those attacks. Pyrsia.io is a solution that secures open-source builds and distribution with the goal of securing the software supply chain of open-source dependencies. 

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SwampUp: Process for Fixing System Issues & Delivering Integrations Efficiently - DevOps 14115 Dec 202200:47:37
Join Chuck Wood as he hosts the DevOps episode this week to do an interview with one of the SwampUp speakers. SwampUp is an in-person DevOps event organized by JFrog. Fernando Babadopulos is an Eternal software developer, serial entrepreneur, and speaker. He is also the Co-Founder at the tail.digital. He talks about a plugin that they developed, how it works and how developers can benefit from it. 
About this Episode
  • All about JFrog's X-ray Integration
  • How the plugin resolves system issues
  • Process of creating a plugin

For the second part of this episode, Chuck Wood interviews other SwampUp speakers. Eli Aleyner and Sergei Egorov are both the Co-founders of AtomicJar. The goal of AtomicJar is to create developer-friendly tools that will improve automated testing.  

About This Episode
  • The basics of Integration Testing
  • All about Test Containers
  • Test containers' benefit to developers

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User Management - DevOps 14001 Dec 202200:41:20
As a Developer, How do you manage the users that can access the system? Jonathan and Will share some pointers and approaches on how you can protect your system or account from being accessed by multiple or anonymous users. 

About this Episode
  • Different Infrastructure as code tools 
  • Ways how to manage group permission
  • Advantages of Single Sign-on
  • 2 Factor Authentication

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How To Recession Proof Your Job - BONUS24 Nov 202201:12:25
  Get the Black Friday/Cyber Monday "Focus Blocks Bundle" Deal Coupon Code: "THRIVE" for a GIANT discount   Are you looking at all the layoffs and uncertainty going on and wondering if your company is the next to cut back?  Or, maybe you're a freelancer or entrepreneur who is trying to figure out how to deliver more value to gain or retain customers?  Mani Vaya joins Charles Max Wood to discuss the one thing that both of them use to more than double their productivity on a daily basis.  Mani has read 1,000's of productivity books over the last several years and has formulated a methodology for getting more done, but found that he lacked the discipline to follow through on his plans.  The he found the one thing that kept him on track and made him so productive that he is now getting all of his work done and was able to live the life he wants.  Chuck also weighs in on how Mani's technique has worked for him and allows him to spend more time with his wife and kids, run a podcast network, and a nearly full time contract.  Join the episode to learn how Chuck and Mani get into a regular flow state with their work and consistently deliver at work. 

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How To Get My Way - DevOps 13924 Nov 202200:35:48
Getting your ideas across can be difficult for a new person on the job or even a seasoned professional. Join in as the panel tackles different strategies for communicating ideas and “How to get your way”. They also share their experiences on how to handle the team when they encounter problems.
About this Episode
  • Ways how to communicate with your team when you have different ideas
  • Techniques on how to influence your team

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How to Protect Yourself From Third-Party SAAS Apps - DevOps 13817 Nov 202200:43:43
When you’re working on the web, there will also be a high chance for you to experience hacking. Jillian and Will talk about third-party data providers and discuss the reason why you might get hacked when using these providers. 
About this Episode
  • What is a Third-Party SAAS Application
  • Different ways how to protect yourself from the third-party data applications
  • How to protect your data from getting breached 
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Learning With Tech - DevOps 13703 Nov 202200:34:20
 Each learner uses different methods in order to obtain a certain knowledge or skill. In this episode, Jonathan and Jillian relate to the listeners as they share their techniques and strategies when learning new things. They also tackle about the variety of mediums they use, different online learning platforms, and getting certifications and taking online courses.
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Where Do Bugs Come From? - DevOps 13627 Oct 202200:41:42
In this episode, Jonathan and Will don their exterminator suits and talk about zombies, podcast automation, and where bugs come from. 
- How design and architecture choices can lead to bugs 
- Siloed teams solving similar problems with different implementations 
- Context of code in peer-review 
- Types of testing that can reduce and catch bugs 
- Deadlines that force shipping code despite readiness 
- Leaving breadcrumbs for future-you
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DevOps In A Blockchain World - DevOps 13520 Oct 202200:56:22

Today on the show, Jonathan and Will talk with Vince Reed, Director of DevOps at Polygon Technology, a decentralized Ethereum scaling platform that enables developers to build scalable user-friendly dApps with low transaction fees without ever sacrificing security. They discuss how to build and scale a company that has grown from 40 to over 600 employees in 36 countries in the last year, implementing frameworks, communication, automation, security, and much more.

In this episode...- Addressing the unknown challenges of scaling and securing blockchain networks
- What skills are the same in blockchain as other industries
- What skills are unique to blockchain compared to other industries
- Building open source software
- The future of Blockchain and DevOps
- Working at Polygon- Building a remote-first company

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Serverless Platforms and WASM with Connor Hicks - DevOps 13406 Oct 202200:51:56
Today on the show, Jonathan and Will talk with Connor Hicks, founder of Suborbital, a serverless platform powered by WebAssembly.  They discuss how WebAssembly works, running WASM on the “edge” network, Suborbital’s capabilities, and everything in-between.

In this episode…
  • WebAssembly on the server
  • The “edge” and edge computing
  • Security, performance, portability
  • WASM in the cloud limitations
  • Virtualized sandboxes
  • Alternatives to edge computing
  • Writing in other languages 
  • What is the learning curve of the security model?
  • Suborbital’s capabilities and language support 

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Balancing Technical Skills, Cultural Fit, and Overqualification in DevOps Hiring - DevOps 22528 Nov 202400:49:55
Will, Warren, and Jillian dive deep into a riveting discussion that spans a myriad of topics, from hiring practices to the hidden impacts of plastics in our brain matter. They kick off with Jillian's intriguing Amazon affiliate link strategy, sparking a fascinating debate on monetization. As they navigate through Warren's shocking revelation about plastics in our brains, he also shares a crucial health tip: blood donation as a method to combat "forever chemicals." But that's not all—Jillian also offers a thought-provoking book recommendation that promises to be both profound and enlightening.
They explore the intricate balance between skills and cultural fit in hiring, sharing personal insights and strategies to ensure the right match within their teams. They hear about the importance of detailed job descriptions, cultural alignment, and the nuanced art of candidate rejection.
The episode takes a practical turn as Will and Jillian offer valuable advice for contractors, discussing hourly rates, contract work, and the critical role of setting non-technical requirements based on company culture.
Finally, they tackle the ever-important topic of leadership and decision-making in the evolving post-COVID engineering environment, encompassing the challenges of remote work, the significance of team fit, and strategies for managing uncertainty in startup life.
Don't miss out as they wrap up with light-hearted personal recommendations and crucial advice for thriving in tech roles, consulting, and contracting. Stay tuned for a comprehensive journey through DevOps challenges and solutions!


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Helm for Kubernetes with Matt Butcher - DevOps 13329 Sep 202201:12:58
Helm is the package manager for Kubernetes that helps you define, install, and upgrade even the most complex Kubernetes application.  Matt Butcher, core creator of Helm, joins the show today to share about his experience building and implementing the program.

In this episode…
  • Web, WebAssembly, and Kubernetes in the web browser 
  • Helm, the Kubernetes package manager
  • Why Go was selected for Helm
  • Regrets and mistakes with Helm
  • Maintaining interest in open source projects
  • What is upcoming for Helm
  • The future of cloud computing and WASM

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Observability and Serverless Intelligence Platforms with Aviad Mor - DevOps 13222 Sep 202200:52:48
Aviad Mor is the CTO and co-founder of Lumigo, a serverless intelligence platform that helps developers understand and troubleshoot serverless applications.  Today on the show, Jonathan Hall interviews Aviad to discuss observability within DevOps and the future of serverless.

In this episode…
  • Observability and Lumigo
  • Linux Kernel
  • MRTG tool
  • Managing distributed systems
  • What is “serverless”?
  • Tracing optimization
  • Onboarding with Lumigo
  • Black boxes and Kubernetes
  • Observability tools 

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Endless Possibilities with WebAssembly with Taylor Thomas - DevOps 13115 Sep 202201:05:05
WebAssembly is a portable binary-code format and a corresponding text format for executable programs to interface software for facilitating interactions between programs and their host environment.  Today on the show, WebAssembly expert Taylor Thomas shares his insights into WebAssembly and the endless possibilities for which it allows.

In this episode…
  • What is WebAssembly 
  • Practical application for WebAssembly
  • Building WebAssembly in cloud vs. browser
  • Gain support from all major browsers
  • Resources for building WebAssembly
  • Run times and optimization 
  • Serverless and WebAssembly
  • Where to get started

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Transforming from DevOps to DevSecOps - DevOps 13008 Sep 202200:46:03
With recent high-profile software supply chain breaches and President Biden's Executive Order to improve the nation's cybersecurity, there is an increase in the urgency for businesses and governments to move to DevSecOps.  How shall your enterprise integrate security with its DevOps process?  Today on the show, Will Kelly outlines his approach to transforming from DevOps to DevSecOps.

In this episode…
  • What is DevSecOps?
  • Startups vs large enterprises
  • First steps to making changes internally 
  • Common pitfalls with security 
  • Advocating for security 
  • Software supply chain security 

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Application Security Challenges with Harshit Chitalia - BONUS01 Sep 202200:36:07
DevOps culture and rapid cloud adoption has developers shipping code faster than ever and security is struggling to keep up.  How do you ensure secure deployment while still maintaining speed with releasing applications?  Today on the show, Harshit Chitalia, CTO & Founder at Tromzo shares his industry insights related to application security and applicable ideas on what developers can start trying today.

In this episode…

  • Navigating application security for developers
  • How to keep track of security issues
  • Shift left vs. shift right
  • Security automation
  • Tracking security processes 
  • Security solutions and tools

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The Future of Intelligent Monitoring and Alerting with Ava Naeini - DevOps 12901 Sep 202200:44:52
Today on the show, Ava Naeini shares about her patent pending intelligent engine tool that uses machine learning and statistical processing with various heuristics to determine the healthiness and performance of distributed systems.  The panel discusses what this new platform can do and how it can help enhance developers with distributed systems.

In this episode…
  • The main challenges with testing distributed systems
  • Developing confidence within your systems
  • Performance testing models
  • Monitoring and performance testing gaps
  • Inclusive technical specs
  • Pulse Operations (company)
  • Current similar tooling options
  • Production data analytics 
  • Accuracy and data exposure

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The GitOps Framework with Tanmay Bhat - DevOps 12825 Aug 202200:36:55
GitOps is an operational framework that takes DevOps best practices used for application development such as version control, collaboration, compliance, and CI/CD, and applies them to infrastructure automation.  Today on the show, Will and Jonathan interview Tanmay Bhat to discuss the GitOps framework, advantages and disadvantages, and favorite tools.

In the episode…

  • GitOps vs CDIC automated deployment
  • GitOps vs infrastructure as code
  • Who should use GitOps?
  • Favorite tools and recommendations
  • Getting started with GitOps
  • Flux and RODC
  • Pitfalls with GitOps
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DevOps and Log Management - DevOps 12718 Aug 202200:43:53
Logging in today’s DevOps landscape has become more difficult than ever.  DevOps needs visibility into workloads that security, development, and operations teams collaboratively manage and provide.  Today on the show, Jonathan and Will discuss various strategies to logging and log management and what you can start implementing today.

In this episode…
  • Who owns the logging process?
  • Lack of strategy in logging
  • Building the library
  • Debugging and error management 
  • Following structured logging patterns
  • Basic monitoring 
  • Building dashboards vs 3rd party services

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Personal Branding as a Developer with Pavan Belagatti - DevOps 12611 Aug 202200:49:51
Top Dev Ops global influencer, award-winning tech writer, and developer advocate Pavan Belagatti joins the show today to share the importance of personal branding as a developer, plus tactical strategies you can implement today.

In this episode…
  • How to get started and get noticed 
  • Building your brand through networks
  • Benefits of building a brand
  • Writing tech articles to get an edge
  • Utilizing Google alerts
  • Refining your thoughts and communication delivery

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The Pull Request Paradox with Yishai Beeri - DevOps 12504 Aug 202200:57:18
You just finished some code that can have a positive impact on your customers, and you are motivated to release it as quickly as possible, but your team members are also incredibly busy working on their own code.  This conflict is The Pull Request Paradox.  Today on the show, the panel interviews Yishai Beeri to share his insights on how to manage this paradox and the best PR strategies you can implement today.

In this episode…
  • Where do pull requests come from
  • Collaborating and empowering developers
  • Differentiating and managing PR lanes
  • The ship show ask model
  • Optimizing pull requests
  • Rule based models


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CI/CD Tools for Dummies - DevOps 22421 Nov 202400:38:43
We’re not calling you a dummy, but you might be one if you don’t listen to this episode. This time around, the gang discusses the do’s and don’ts of choosing CI/CD tools, including how to safety migrate between them, why super-specialized tools are getting extremely popular this year, and the ONE component that makes or breaks a tool.
In This Episode
1) The TWO questions you need ask BEFORE you choose your tools (and why there’s no “one size fits all”)
 2) How to safely migrate from one tool to another
 3) Why super-specialized CI tools are getting more popular in 2022
 4) Want to know what makes a CI tool worthwhile? Ask if it has THIS single component and you’re off to a great start


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The Intersection of Data and DevOps - DevOps 12429 Jul 202200:44:52
Today on the show, the panel discusses the intersection of data and DevOps, including various topics such as data warehousing, analytics, and source data, DVC and AWS Batch, and Snowflake integrations.

In this episode…
  • Data warehousing
  • Analytics with source data
  • Data Version Control (DVC)
  • AWS Batch
  • Production database schemas 
  • Real time data 
  • Snowflake integrations

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Standing Out in the Job Search Process - DevOps 12321 Jul 202200:43:52
With the current economic downturn, companies big and small are facing layoffs, hiring freezes, and altering job offers.  Today on the show, Jonathan and Will share their decades of industry knowledge on various strategies you can implement to stand out in a crowded job search process.

In this episode…
  1. Having a public profile
  2. Listing your projects on your resume
  3. Sharing your accomplishments, not just your responsibilities
  4. Knowledge options
  5. Leveraging social media
  6. Stack Overflow
  7. Soft skills


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Modern Updates to CDIC Deployments - DevOps 12214 Jul 202200:23:04
Today on the show, Will and Jonathan discuss the latest tools they have been using for CDIC deployments.  Specifically, they discuss the Next.js framework, which allows DevOps teams to provide richer application experiences without relying as much on backend infrastructure.  That shift has implications for everything from the amount of network bandwidth consumed to the performance of web applications. Moreover, within the Next.js family, the Vercel platform employs caching, routing, and a React framework to optimize application performance.


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Reducing On-Call Engineer Burnout with a Volunteer Management Infrastructure - DevOps 12107 Jul 202201:08:21
Managing uptime is critical for customers and it can be a powerful customer activity that connects engineers to the value that customers receive from your product, however it can also be a heavy source of burnout for engineers.  Brian Scanlan with Intercom has created a volunteer management infrastructure that increases the efficiencies of on-call engineers while also reducing the inherent disruptive nature to the job.  Today on the show, the panel interviews Brian about his process and architecture to this on-call management infrastructure.

In this episode…
  1. The on-call burden
  2. Alarm management 
  3. Escalation paths
  4. Incentives for the volunteer teams
  5. Deployment processes
  6. Improving standards and expectations
  7. Human centric vs. machine centric

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DevOps Research and Assessment (DORA) Metrics with Dave Mangot - DevOps 12004 Jul 202200:51:38
Google Cloud’s DevOps Research and Assessment (DORA) team operationalize the Accelerate State of DevOps Report, surveying over 32,000 professionals worldwide in the DevOps industry.  Dave Mangot joins the show today to share how he leverages these metrics to improve companies within their technology organizations.  

In this episode…
  1. DORA metrics
  2. Speed and quality 
  3. Monoliths vs. microservices
  4. Uptime and failure rates
  5. Mean time to recover 
  6. Deployment frequencies
  7. Production monitoring

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How to Navigate the Job Market in DevOps - DevOps 11923 Jun 202200:54:54
Jonathan shares about the new job offer he received and the progression we went through to navigate the process.  Jonathan, Will, and Jillian also discuss the various aspects of the current DevOps job market, starting a new job, and how you can grow in your career.

In this episode…

  1. Stack overflow and blogposts 
  2. What do you do when you first start?
  3. Contracting gigs
  4. Social life in the workplace vs. financial transaction
  5. Single points of failure 

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Elements to Make an App DevOps Ready - DevOps 11816 Jun 202200:45:27
Today on the show, Will talks about his latest project, Trustified.io and the steps he is considering to make it DevOps ready. Will and Jonathan discuss creating the dev environment, standardized logging, CI/CD, health checks, standardized reporting dashboards, configuring the app, database migration tools, user management, and ORMs.

Elements to Make an App DevOps Ready:

  1. Creating the dev environment
  2. Standardized logging
  3. CI/CD
  4. Health checks
  5. Prometheus
  6. Standardized reporting dashboards
  7. Configuring the app
  8. Database migration tools
  9. User management
  10. ORMs

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Anti-Patterns in DevOps - DevOps 11709 Jun 202200:48:19
An anti-pattern is a pattern that you use to fix a short-term problem at the expense of your long-term goals. The insidious thing about anti-patterns isn't that they don't work or fail outright, but that they work in the short term while causing long-term failure and pain. Today on the show, Jonathan, Jillian, and Will discuss the various anti-patterns and cargo culting in software engineering, including password management, team structures, mean time to recover, and docker files management.

In this episode…

  1. What is cargo cult software engineering?
  2. Favorite anti-patterns
  3. Password management
  4. Team structure and silos
  5. Mean time to recover
  6. Docker files management

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Deployment Strategies - DevOps 11602 Jun 202200:37:44
Today on the show, Will and Jonathan discuss deployment strategies, including rolling strategy, blue-green patterns, canary deployments, feature flags, and progressive delivery. They also discuss backward compatibilities and rollback and rollforward deployment strategies, plus share their current picks of the week.

In this episode…

  1. Kubernetes orchestration
  2. Blue-Green deployment patterns
  3. Canary deployments
  4. Feature flags
  5. Progressive delivery
  6. Backward compatibility
  7. Rollback deployment
  8. Rollforward deployment

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Universal Infrastructure as Code with Pulumi - DevOps 11526 May 202200:42:21
Imagine being able to program the cloud and bridge the Dev and Ops divide with cloud. Pulumi is a universal infrastructure as code platform that allows you to build, deploy, and manage modern cloud applications using familiar languages, tools, and engineering practices. Today, Jonathan and Will discuss all the ins and outs of Pulumi.In this episode…
  1. What is Pulumi and how does it work?
  2. Is Pulumi replacing tools such as Ansible, Chef, Terraform altogether?
  3. What is the learning curve?
  4. What languages is Pulumi limited to?
  5. When would you not use Pulumi?
  6. What are the processes for implementation?
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Streamlining DevOps: Managing with Epics for Clearer Priorities - DevOps 22314 Nov 202400:52:35
In this episode, they explore the realms of DevOps management and team dynamics. Will is joined by Warren and Jillian to delve into the challenges and strategies involved in transitioning from a ticket queue system to using epics for task management. They discuss how this shift prioritizes objectives, enhances team focus across global time zones, and improves communication with product teams.
The conversation also touches on documenting processes, managing support work, and the importance of adaptability and transparency within organizations. From humorous anecdotes about technical issues to practical advice on handling resistance from higher-ups, the episode is packed with real-world examples and expert insights. Tune in to learn how to better align stakeholder priorities, balance planned and unplanned work, and foster a more efficient and cohesive DevOps team. 

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Progressions Through Programming Languages - DevOps 11418 May 202200:51:22
Do I need to learn how to write code? What are the types of program languages required in DevOps? What are the pros and cons of each? Will, Jonathan, and Jillian discuss the progressions through programming languages and their insights and opinions with each. Learn about Bash, Go, Perl, Python, Python 2, Python 3, JavaScript, Node.js, Rust, Ruby, and Java. At the end, they provide their final concluding thoughts and share their top picks.SponsorsLinksPicksSponsored By:

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Delivering Business Outcomes, Not Just Metrics - DevOps 11312 May 202201:05:32
How do you align engineering outcomes to business goals? On the show, Hersh Tapadia, Adam Dahlgren from Allstacks talk about value stream intelligence and how you can generate guiding insights for product stakeholders across engineering projects and tools so you can shape better outcomes and deliver stronger value. In this episode…
  1. “Metrics are just table stakes”
  2. Metrics vs feelings driven management 
  3. How to evolve the conversation from data collection to value creation
  4. Understanding the why behind the work to retain engineers 
  5. The “dining table problem”
  6. How do engineering teams respond to this approach?
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Building Code More Responsibly: A Mental Model Shift - DevOps 11204 May 202201:10:43
Enjoy this philosophical conversation around building code more responsibly and how ethics and accountability is to be integrated into the DevOps industry. Eric Tank joins the show and shares his perspective on how to “develop for deprecation”. Building a code that is documented, tested, monitored, and deployed is important, but can you easily pass it off to someone else, or be able to walk away from the code it entirely? Johnathan joins by saying that “software is never done until it’s deleted.” They finish the discussion referencing apprenticeship models and how accountability in this way could parallel other industries.SponsorsLinksPicksSpecial Guest: Erik Tank.Sponsored By:

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Infrastructure as code and Amazon CDK - DevOps 11128 Apr 202200:47:28
Have you considered the significance of infrastructure as code and its importance in the industry? Will, Jillian, and Jonathan deep dive into this topic, plus discuss Amazon CDK and current frameworks and tools for the best workflows.SponsorsPicksSponsored By:

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Building and Organizing DevOps Teams - DevOps 11021 Apr 202200:45:20
Is Kubernetes Right for You? - DevOps 10907 Apr 202200:44:06
Everyone and their mother is talking about Kubernetes, but there’s something you need to know. In this episode, the gang talks about the TRUTH around Kubernetes for most scenarios.In This Episode1) The BIGGEST reason NOT to use Kubernetes
 2) If you’ve started Kubernetes, watch out for THIS common pitfall
 3) How to leverage Kubernetes’ customization capability and feel confident in scaling without pieces falling through the cracksBe a guest on the show!
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Protecting Your Database with Adam Kamor - BONUS27 Mar 202200:38:24
In a world of fake data and security breaches, where do you go? In this episode, Charles chats with Adam Kamor from Tonic.ai, the fake data company that mimics your production data to keep your databases secure. “It’s a little control knob, allowing you to turn the dial between privacy and utility. That’s what Tonic.ai does.”
- Adam Kamor In This Episode1) How to prepare your infrastructure for the real world and keep your transformations simple
 2) The Do’s and Don’ts of acquiring EXCELLENT data sets
 3) Why most security questions are GARBAGE and won’t protect your customersLinksSpecial Guest: Adam Kamor.

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50 Shades of DevOps - DevOps 10817 Mar 202200:43:14
Is your DevOps title “hip”? What does it mean? Does it matter? In this episode, the gang discusses the fundamental differences between dev ops positions based on “hipness”, as well as if it actually matters in today’s world. In This Episode 1) What the “hipness” of your job means (and if you should care)
2) Why all of these positions refer back to this ONE important idea
3) The BEST advice to get started in dev ops (and how to not get confused with all of these fancy titles) Sponsors Links Picks Sponsored By:

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To Reconfig or Not to Reconfig? - DevOps 10710 Mar 202200:34:54
Will needs some developer therapy, and maybe you do, too. In this episode, Will talks about reconfig issues he’s having with a client, and his loyal compadres help him find the light at the end of the tunnel. It may NOT include Airflow, though. Sorry, Jillian.In This Episode1) What you NEED to look for to know if reconfiguration is the right answer for your…situation
 2) Your No-B.S. guide to reconfiguring without making your client hate you 
 3) How to implement charts and other visual aids to help you and the client stay in syncSponsorsPicksSponsored By:

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AWS and IAM with Stephen Kuenzli - DevOps 10603 Mar 202200:58:15
Ready to add another tool to your toolkit? In this episode, the squad sits down with AWS connoisseur, Stephen Kuenzli. They lay out how to make integrating IAM a breeze, the EXCITING future of AWS, and why AWS hasn’t asked you this ONE question that, frankly, you should have asked already. “Even if you think you know AWS one Day 1, it’s changed on Day 2. It’s important to simplify how you access these resources.”
- Stephen Kuenzli In This Episode1) How AWS makes integrating IAM a breeze (with some really cool encryption tricks!)
 2) Why AWS hasn’t asked you this ONE important question (and why you should!)
 3) The BEST resource libraries to keep you feeling confident and in control (even if you’re new to AWS)
 4) What the exciting future of AWS looks like for 2022 and beyondSponsorsLinksPicksSpecial Guest: Stephen Kuenzli.Sponsored By:

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From Doha to New Hampshire: Embracing Change and Unpacking the 2024 Dora Report - DevOps 22207 Nov 202401:06:46
Jillian returns to the podcast after a significant move from Doha, Qatar to a quaint town in New Hampshire. She shares her experiences of adjusting back to life in the U.S., both personally and professionally. The discussion delves into the logistics and emotional aspects of relocating internationally—what it’s like leaving behind furniture deemed disposable overseas, starting fresh with new purchases, and dealing with unexpected challenges along the way.

Additionally, they talk about the Dora metrics and the emphasis on why measuring these metrics is crucial for understanding DevOps efficiency within organizations. They also dive into the importance of setting hypotheses when attempting organizational changes. And discuss the challenges faced by companies who fail at measuring progress post-experimentation.



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Server-less DevOps with Allen Helton - DevOps 10517 Feb 202200:26:57
Ready to pull the plug and go server-less? Hold your horses. In this episode, the DevOps fellows sit down with Allen Helton, a developer knows all about server-less ops. They discuss the biggest pros and cons for going server-less, why you HAVE to start with the big “A” to keep everything neat, and the NUMBER ONE mistake developers make when trying server-less for the first time. “ServerOps engineers are just as important as DevOps engineers are. There’s a lot of crossover.”
- Allen Helton In This Episode1) The HUGE pros for going server-less in 2022 (and why it doesn’t have to be too different from traditional DevOps)
 2) Why server-less ops MUST start with the big “A” to keep everything tidy
 3) The NUMBER ONE mistake traditional devs make when trying out server-less for the first time
 4) How to learn Sever-less Ops efficiently and NOT overwhelm yourself (even if you’re a beginner)SponsorsLinksPicksSpecial Guest: Allen Helton.Sponsored By:

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CI/CD Tools for Dummies - DevOps 10410 Feb 202200:41:17
We’re not calling you a dummy, but you might be one if you don’t listen to this episode. This time around, the gang discusses the do’s and don’ts of choosing CI/CD tools, including how to safety migrate between them, why super-specialized tools are getting extremely popular this year, and the ONE component that makes or breaks a tool.In This Episode1) The TWO questions you need ask BEFORE you choose your tools (and why there’s no “one size fits all”)
 2) How to safely migrate from one tool to another
 3) Why super-specialized CI tools are getting more popular in 2022
 4) Want to know what makes a CI tool worthwhile? Ask if it has THIS single component and you’re off to a great startSponsorsPicksSponsored By:

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How to be a Digital Nomad - DevOps 10303 Feb 202200:58:24
Love the nomad lifestyle but not sure how to pull it off? You’re in luck! In this episode, the panelists discuss their personal experiences working (and sometimes living) remote. They cover how to generate leads and book clients consistently, why the “multiplier effect” is HUGE for making your new ideas lucrative, and the ONE reason you don’t need revolutionary ideas to find success.In This Episode
  1. What the panelists all learned from being digital nomads (and if it’s right for you)
  2. How the panelists generated leads and booked clients while traveling abroad (and the apps they used to keep their income steady)
  3. Why the “multiplier effect” is the KEY to making your new idea lucrative
  4. The reason you DON’T need revolutionary ideas to find success (and the strategy to keep readers coming back for more)
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