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DevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxUsing AI To Help With Your Programming Tasks#302: As individuals, engineers may feel that the day-to-day tasks and projects they undertake are not life-changing. After all, if an engineer has an off day, it doesn't mean they're suddenly out of the job market. However, when we look at the larger picture from a business standpoint, the stakes are significantly higher. Companies that choose to ignore or delay engaging with emerging technologies might find themselves in precarious positions. The necessity of stepping out of the comfort zones to experiment and innovate is more important now than ever before. The failure to at least explore new avenues...2025-02-1231 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxManaging Your AI Workloads With KitOps#299: The ability to efficiently manage and analyze data is crucial in today's rapidly evolving tech landscape. One innovative solution that addresses this need is ModelKit. ModelKits are built on existing standards, ensuring compatibility with the tools your data scientists and developers already use. In this episode, Darin and Viktor speak with Gorkem Ercan, CTO at Jozu, about KitOps, the open source DevOps project built to standardize packaging, reproduction, deployment, and tracking of AI / ML models, so it can be run anywhere, just like application code.   Gorkem's contact information: X (Formerly Twitter): h...2025-01-2242 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxTools Versus Culture#298: Throughout numerous conferences, experts have often proclaimed that choosing the right culture is paramount over the selection of tools. However, it’s an oversimplification to deem one right over the other. Tools and culture share a symbiotic relationship, each influencing and reshaping the other. In this episode, Darin and Viktor try to settle this debate.   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast/   Slack: https://www.devopsparadox.com/slack/  2025-01-1532 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps Paradox2025 - The Year of Not Yet#296: As we step into 2025, the tech landscape is marked by a myriad of opportunities and challenges, with artificial intelligence taking center stage. While AI is firmly entrenched in our daily lives, other technological advances and industry trends also demand our attention. In this episode, Darin and Viktor make their tech predictions for 2025.   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast/   Slack: https://www.devopsparadox.com/slack/   Conn...2025-01-0127 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxLooking Back on Our 2024 Predictions#294: Here we are at the end of 2024. Darin and Viktor look back at the predictions they made back in episode 244. Let's see how they did.   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast/   Slack: https://www.devopsparadox.com/slack/   Connect with us at: https://www.devopsparadox.com/contact/2024-12-1827 minSoftware Defined InterviewsSoftware Defined InterviewsHow platform engineering is different than DevOps, plus, narwhal teeth and spider digestion, with Viktor FarcicIn this episode, Whitney and Coté talk with Viktor Farcic, Developer Advocate at Upbound, about platform engineering, the evolution of DevOps, project managing a content creation engine of one, and the virtues of imperfection. Also, the strategic avoidance of asking for directions, or, really, talking with people in general. Find Viktor in YouTube, LinkedIn, Bluesky, and his website.Special Guest: Viktor Farcic.2024-12-111h 11Software Defined InterviewsSoftware Defined InterviewsHow platform engineering is different than DevOps, plus, narwhal teeth and spider digestion, with Viktor FarcicIn this episode, Whitney and Coté talk with Viktor Farcic, Developer Advocate at Upbound, about platform engineering, the evolution of DevOps, project managing a content creation engine of one, and the virtues of imperfection. Also, the strategic avoidance of asking for directions, or, really, talking with people in general. Find Viktor in YouTube, LinkedIn, Bluesky, and his website.Special Guest: Viktor Farcic.2024-12-111h 11DevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxNo Project Is Truly Open Source#292: Open source software has become an integral part of the modern digital landscape. It's often celebrated for its free access and collaborative ethos, contributing to rapid technological advancement. However, the reality of open source is more complex, involving issues of ownership, licensing, corporate influence, and the role of foundations. In this episode, Darin and Viktor discuss the moral and strategic dimensions of licensing and contributions to open source software.   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.de...2024-12-0432 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxKubeCon North America 2024 Review#290: Darin catches up with Viktor and Whitney Lee just minutes after they've finished up at KubeCon NA 2024. We discuss the good things and bad things that they experienced while in Salt Lake City.   YouTube channel:  https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast/   Slack: https://www.devopsparadox.com/slack/   Connect with us at: https://www.devopsparadox.com/contact/2024-11-2038 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxThe Laws of Software Evolution#288: Let's journey back in time, roughly 30 to 50 years ago, to an era where systems were relatively simple. These foundational systems were built with fewer components, making them not only easier to understand but also simpler to manage. At that time, the stability of a system was often directly correlated with its simplicity. Fewer variables meant fewer potential points of failure, and system operators could focus on optimizing the core elements. The mantra of the day was straightforwardness and robust design. Fast forward to the present, and we find ourselves surrounded by systems that are more interconnected and...2024-11-0632 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxThe Hidden Costs of Free Services#286: Consumers are often enticed by the allure of free services. From email services like Gmail to networking tools like Twingate, the appeal of getting something for nothing is irresistible. But is it truly 'free'? When taking advantage of free services, one must consider the underlying trade-offs. Using free tools often means contributing personal data in exchange—a model many big tech companies operate upon, particularly for ad-supported services. In this episode, Darin and Viktor discuss when taking advantage of free services, one must consider the underlying trade-offs.   YouTube channel: htt...2024-10-2332 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxFrom Scratch Isn't Really From Scratch#284: Every step forward is built upon the achievements of the past. When you're developing software, leveraging existing knowledge and improvements can propel your success. Stepping blindly into the vast sea of technological options without understanding the motivations behind their existence can lead to costly missteps. In this episode, Darin and Viktor discuss when you choose to use someone else's technology, you are inherently choosing to adopt someone else's decisions.   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/re...2024-10-0930 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxOpenTelemetry Meets Mobile#283: Moving beyond the usual suspects in observability, today's focus shifts towards mobile—a relatively unexplored domain for OpenTelemetry. The integration of OpenTelemetry with mobile applications opens new avenues for mobile app observability. In this episode, Darin and Viktor talk with Austin Emmons from Embrace about the need for educating developers about the value of instrumentation and how OpenTelemetry can significantly aid in performance monitoring and diagnostic efforts for mobile applications.   Austin's contact information: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-emmons-264ba347/   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com...2024-10-0241 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxHow To Measure Software Complexity#282: In the ever-evolving world of technology, the intricacies of software development and system design continually challenge engineers and developers alike. Insights from past thinkers, such as John Gall, combined with modern-day practices, provide a fascinating lens through which we can understand and navigate these complexities. In this episode, Darin and Viktor discuss a blog post from Mahesh Balakrishnan titled "Three Laws of Software Complexity (or: why software engineers are always grumpy)"   Three Laws of Software Complexity (or: why software engineers are always grumpy) https://maheshba.bitbucket.io/blog/2024/05/08/2024-ThreeLaws.html 2024-09-2531 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxThe Impossibility of Competing with Tech Giants#281: In today's rapidly evolving tech industry, many startups believe they can challenge the well-established giants by offering similar products with minor tweaks. However, this approach is fundamentally flawed. Companies like Amazon and Microsoft will absorb a few of these new competitors, while many others will simply disappear. The driving force behind this harsh reality isn't just competition; it's the absence of truly innovative products. The tech landscape is unforgiving to those who don't innovate. While it might seem tempting to follow the footsteps of successful giants like Adobe, Amazon, and Microsoft, the key to success lies in...2024-09-1852 minPurePerformancePurePerformanceWhy Developer Observability is not a tooling problem with Viktor Farcic"We will overwhelm developers if we give them the same specialized observability, security or deployment tools that are used by their platform engineering, operations, SREs or security teams!" - says Viktor Farcic, Developer Advocate at UpBound and host of The DevOps Toolkit YouTube channel. Tune in and hear us discuss about making observability easier accessible for developers, what Viktor doesn't like about Kubernetes and how Crossplane - the cloud native control plane framework - can be the gateway to real product-oriented platform engineering!Here the links we discussed during this episode:Viktor on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in...2024-09-1658 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxUnderstanding the Importance of Policy as Code for Cloud-Native Success#280: Policy as Code is not just a trend but a critical practice for cloud-native success. It ensures automation, consistency, version control, auditability, security, and flexibility. By adopting policies as code, organizations can effectively manage and enforce policies, leading to improved compliance and faster incident response. In this episode, Darin and Viktor dive deeper into the topic, share real-world scenarios, and discuss the practical implications of implementing policies as code as they review a blog post from Nirmata titled “What Is Policy-As-Code? Top 10 Reasons Why Policy-As-Code Is Essential for Cloud-Native Success”.   What Is Policy-As-Code? Top 1...2024-09-1137 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxGUI versus Command Line in Development#278: In today's tech landscape, developers often find themselves caught in the middle of a debate that never seems to age: GUI or CLI? While the tools and interfaces we use may evolve, the core question remains. How do we balance the efficiency and familiarity of graphical user interfaces (GUIs) with the raw power and flexibility of command-line interfaces (CLIs)? In this episode, Darin and Viktor discuss a blog post by Ian Miell titled In Praise of Low Tech DevEx.   In Praise of Low Tech DevEx https://blog.container-solutions.com/in-praise-of-low-tech-devex 2024-08-2832 minTech World Human SkillsTech World Human SkillsEP38: How To Explain Really Complicated Things with Viktor FarcicIn this episode Viktor Farcic shares how he explains really complicated things really well.  Viktor is a Developer Advocate at Upbound and also runs the excellent YouTube channel DevOps Toolkit with over 74K subscribers.   The Tech World Human Skills Podcast is all about developing the professional skills and soft skills that help you fly in your career.  In each episode we share the top tips, failures and lived experiences of people thriving in the technology sector.   Show Links Ben LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpthoughts/ Tech World Human Skills...2024-08-2139 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxWhy APIs Matter More Than Ever#276: In today's fast-paced tech world, one sentiment seems to echo louder than ever: "Don't give me help, give me an API." Whether it's AWS configurations, Kubernetes manifests, or even something as fundamental as setting up a basic S3 bucket, an intuitive, well-designed API can mean the difference between smooth sailing and being lost at sea. When companies fail to adapt and streamline their operations through user-friendly APIs, they risk obsolescence. In this episode, Darin and Viktor discuss why organizations must prioritize simplicity and customer-centric design in their technical architectures to stay competitive.   2024-08-1430 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxWhat Is the XY Problem?#274: When we talk about problems in the tech space, one recurring issue is what we call the "XY problem", where understanding the root cause of a problem is crucial for crafting an effective solution. In this episode, Darin and Viktor explore what the XY problem is, why it happens, and how we can mitigate it to create better outcomes for everyone involved.   The XY Problem https://xyproblem.info/   Today's sponsor: Save 25% on your first Barbaro Mojo order using the code DevOps25 https://barbaromojo.co...2024-07-3129 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxHow To Become a Speaker at Conferences#272: Public speaking, especially at conferences, can be a daunting task. The fear of failing, the pressure of performing in front of peers, and the challenges of preparation can make even the most confident individuals second-guess themselves. In this episode, Darin and Viktor offer practical advice for aspiring conference speakers.   Today's sponsor: Save 25% on your first Barbaro Mojo order using the code DevOps25 https://barbaromojo.com/discount/DevOps25   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts:...2024-07-1749 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxWhy Should a Developer Consider Using Devbox from Jetify?#270: In the ever-evolving world of software development, getting a new machine up and running can be an time consuming process. The journey from unboxing to being fully operational has undergone significant transformations over the years, with each phase offering its own solutions and challenges. In this episode, Darin and Viktor talk about their experiences in setting up their machines and what they are doing now anytime they get a new machine.   How To Install and Use Devbox on macOS https://www.youtube.com/live/SCWw0J_8fdk?t=1060   ...2024-07-0339 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxWhat Is Kubernetes Used For?#268: Kubernetes has become the de facto standard for container orchestration, but its true strength lies in its API. Today, containers are prevalent, but tomorrow we might be dealing with a completely different runtime. The Kubernetes API, with its robust and flexible design, is poised to support these transitions seamlessly. In this episode, Darin and Viktor talk about a few of the different ways that Kubernetes is currently being used and also where it might be headed in the future.   Today's sponsor: Save 25% on your first Barbaro Mojo order using the code D...2024-06-1937 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxThe Evolution of Data Structure Languages#266: The tech industry has witnessed an explosion of new configuration languages that are reshaping the way we manage data structures and generate configuration files. From traditional formats like JSON and YAML to newer languages like Pkl, CUE, and KCL, the landscape of configuration languages is constantly evolving to meet the demands of modern software development. In this episode, Darin and Viktor talk about where these languages fit in to our projects and how they can help make our lives easier if we are willing to put in the work.   Today's sponsor: S...2024-06-0537 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxNavigating the Changing Landscape of Open Source#264: In recent years, the very definition of open source has been subject to scrutiny and reinterpretation. Where once open source projects were largely managed and maintained by individuals or small groups for passion or as a hobby, today, they are at the forefront of business, technology, and innovation. The world's dependence on open-source software is undeniable. From infrastructure to development frameworks, open source underpins much of the digital world. In this episode, Darin and Viktor reflect on how the adoption and demand for open-source software have evolved. This evolution demands a proportional change in the amount of...2024-05-2239 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxRethinking Project Success The Iterative Way#262: In the ever-evolving world of software development and IT infrastructure, striking the right balance between ambition and realistic expectations is a common challenge. This balance becomes even more precarious when dealing with the development and implementation of projects, be it in a Greenfield scenario or maintaining and upgrading existing systems. In this episode, Darin and Viktor review a blog post from Ricardo Castro titled "Engineering Success: Prioritize Progress Over Grand Overhauls".   Engineering Success: Prioritize Progress Over Grand Overhauls https://mccricardo.com/engineering-success-prioritize-progress-over-grand-overhauls/   Today's sponsor: Save 25% on...2024-05-0838 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxArtificial Intelligence Will NOT Replace You. Devs Using AI Will.#260: In the fast-paced world of technology, advancements are constantly reshaping the way we work. As we strive to stay ahead of the curve, the debate between embracing innovation and resisting change becomes more relevant than ever. In this episode, Darin and Viktor talk about where they see how AI is being used now, as well as how it will be used going into the future.   Today's sponsor: Save 25% on your first Barbaro Mojo order using the code DevOps25 https://barbaromojo.com/discount/DevOps25   YouTube channel:...2024-04-2436 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxReimagining the Terminal Experience With Wave Terminal#259: Terminals have been around for decades, serving as the backbone of many workflows and operations in the tech world. From managing servers to local file manipulation, terminals offer a direct line to the heart of computing. However, with the advent of graphical user interfaces (GUIs), the terminal's prominence has waned among the general user base, though it remains a powerhouse for those who know how to wield it. Wave Terminal has emerged as a beacon of innovation in the static terminal landscape, bringing with it a host of features that leverage today's technology without abandoning the terminal's...2024-04-1742 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxReflections on Startup Infrastructure Choices#258: As startups journey through their growth phases, the choices made regarding technology infrastructure can significantly impact their agility, scalability, and ultimately, their success. In this episode, Darin and Viktor discuss a blog post from someone that leads infrastructure at a startup where he writes about the decisions that they made as they were building their startup.   (Almost) Every infrastructure decision I endorse or regret after 4 years running infrastructure at a startup https://cep.dev/posts/every-infrastructure-decision-i-endorse-or-regret-after-4-years-running-infrastructure-at-a-startup/   Today's sponsor: Save 25% on your first Barbaro Mojo or...2024-04-1039 minFrontmatterFrontmatterViktor Farcic, Author of Crossplane: The Cloud Native Control PlaneViktor Farcic is the author of the Leanpub book Crossplane: The Cloud Native Control Plane. In this interview, Leanpub co-founder Len Epp talks with Viktor about what he’s been up to since his first appearance on the podcast, and his latest book, on Crossplane, explaining how using the service you create, for people in your company, a platform that would provide them with the same experience they have when working with AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, or any other public Cloud provider. This interview was recorded on March 13, 2024. The full audio for the interview is here: https://s3.amazonaws.com/le...2024-04-0441 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxWhat Is Infrastructure as Code in DevOps?#254: When you first started out working with infrastructure, you probably used point and click to get your work done. Over time, you created scripts to replace some of that point and click work. But then, many infrastructure as code tools exploded on the market. You may have started working with one or two or you may have chosen to just keep doing what you were doing, but you soon realized you were falling way behind what was going on in the industry. In this episode, Darin and Viktor discuss many of the ups and downs...2024-03-1335 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxHow to Upgrade Kubernetes#252: In today's rapidly evolving technology landscape, it's crucial for organizations to keep their software stacks up-to-date. This is especially true for complex systems like Kubernetes, which require regular upgrades to ensure stability, security, and performance. In this episode, Darin and Viktor delve into the challenges of upgrading Kubernetes and discuss best practices to follow during the upgrade process.   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast/   Slack: https://www.devopsparadox.com...2024-02-2827 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxHow to Use ChatGPT for DevOps#248: When thinking about starting to learn a new technology, where do you start? Are you so busy at work that you're not able to spend any time learning something new? Are you concerned that when your company finally jumps on the AI bandwagon, will you be left behind? In this episode, Darin and Viktor talk about when and how you might want to start preparing yourself for the situation that will probably be arriving sooner than you think.   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Review th...2024-01-3134 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxHow To Become a DevOps Architect in 2024#246: You may have been in the tech space for a number of years, but now you are ready to up-level and head down the path of being a DevOps Architect. However, you're not really sure where to begin. In this episode, Darin and Viktor give their opinions on where you should start and the two tools that you'll need to know how to use if you really want to capture a DevOps Architect role in an enterprise.   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Review the podcast on Ap...2024-01-1739 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxWhat Every DevOps Should Learn in 2024#244: 2023 is in the rearview mirror. Welcome to 2024, the year of our AI overlords. In this episode, Darin and Viktor make their predictions about all the technologies that will potentially impact our day to day work for both the good and the bad. Not surprisingly, AI is at the top of that list, but maybe not for the reasons that you might think.   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Books and Courses: Catalog, Patterns, And Blueprints https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com/posts/catalog/  ...2024-01-0328 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxLooking Back on Our 2023 Predictions#243: Here we are at the end of 2023. Darin and Viktor look back at the predictions they made back in episode 192. Let's see how they did.   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Books and Courses: Catalog, Patterns, And Blueprints https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com/posts/catalog/   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast/   Slack: https://www.devopsparadox.com/slack/   Connect with us at: https...2023-12-2722 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxTake a Break. That’s the Message.#242: Darin and Viktor look back over the past year. What do you have to be thankful for this year? Also, listen all the way to the end of the episode for a handful of holiday themed tunes.   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Books and Courses: Catalog, Patterns, And Blueprints https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com/posts/catalog/   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast/   Slack: https://www.devopsparadox.com...2023-12-2022 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxFrom Restaurant Server to KubeCon Keynote in Under 4 Years#241: On today's episode, we go in depth with one of our friends, Whitney Lee. You may know her from her Enlightening series on Tanzu.TV or maybe from the You Choose videos she does with Viktor. But did you know just over 4 years ago, she was a server in a vegetarian restaurant and since that time she's spoken five times at KubeCon conferences - 2 of which were keynotes? What'll you'll learn is that just because you don't have a CS degree doesn't mean that you can't do great things in tech.   Wh...2023-12-1346 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxKubeCon North America 2023 Review#237: Darin catches up with Viktor and Whitney Lee just minutes after they've finished up at KubeCon NA 2023. We discuss the good things and bad things that they experienced while in Chicago. Could one of those things be AI?   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Books and Courses: Catalog, Patterns, And Blueprints https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com/posts/catalog/   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast/   Slack: https://www.devo...2023-11-1540 minAdventures in DevOpsAdventures in DevOpsDevOps Toolkit with Viktor Farcic - DevOps 179Viktor Farcic is a developer advocate at Upbound. He joins the show to talk about his YouTube channel, "DevOps ToolKit". They also talk about their professional careers and experiences. He talks about being a content creator and a developer, among many more.SponsorsCprime: Enterprise IT and Agile SolutionsMiroBecome a Top 1% Dev with a Top End Devs MembershipSocialsLinkedIn: Viktor FarcicDevOps ToolkitPicksJonathan - Cup o' GoJonathan - The X-Files (TV Series 1993–2018)Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2023-11-021h 13Develeap’s Tech Tuesday UnboxedDeveleap’s Tech Tuesday UnboxedThe Future of Declarative Infrastructure with Viktor FarcicInfrastructure management has gone a long way, and the tools for managing infrastructure and services have significantly changed since their inception.  We evolved from CFEngine to Chef and Puppet and, later on, Ansible. We switched from a mostly mutable to a mostly immutable approach with Terraform and Pulumi. What's next? Where are we going from here? In this episode, Viktor Farcic, a Developer Advocate at Upbound, speaks to Gilad Neiger, DevOps Group Leader at develeap, about: How declarative infrastructure intertwines with the power of universal extensible APIs and industry-leading technologies like Kubernetes, Crossplane, and T...2023-09-0427 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxReviewing Thoughtworks Technology Radar Volume 28#215: Thoughtworks recently released Volume 28 of their Technology Radar. Darin and Viktor take some time to break it down and discover that they might be in the wrong jobs.   Thoughtworks Technology Radar https://www.thoughtworks.com/en-us/radar   Today’s sponsor: Save 25% on your first Barbaro Mojo order using the code "DevOps25" https://barbaromojo.com/discount/DevOps25   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox/   Books and Courses: Catalog, Patterns, And Blueprints https://www.devops...2023-06-1435 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxThoughts on Digital Twins and Custom Silicon#205: At the end of 2022, Werner Vogels, CTO at Amazon, published a blog post about the tech predictions for 2023 and (more importantly) beyond. In this episode, Darin and Viktor dig into a couple of those predictions, namely simulated worlds (digital twins) and custom silicon.   Tech predictions for 2023 and beyond https://www.allthingsdistributed.com/2022/12/tech-predictions-for-2023-and-beyond.html   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox/   Books and Courses: Catalog, Patterns, And Blueprints https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com/posts/catalog/   Re...2023-04-0529 minATARC Federal IT NewscastATARC Federal IT NewscastIn the Nic of Time with Viktor Farcic, Developer Advocate, UpboundJoin this episode of In the Nic of time with Viktor Farcic, Developer Advocate, Upbound, as they discuss what is going to disrupt the Infrastructure as Code world. What the future looks like, what to pay attention to, and how to better understand a control plane.2023-03-081h 29DevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxWhat Every DevOps Should Learn in 2023#192: Have you decided what you're going to be learning in 2023? In their annual attempt to read the crystal ball, Darin and Viktor talk about the things that you need to learn or that you will probably be learning in 2023.   Save 25% on your first Barbaro Mojo order using the code "DevOps25" https://barbaromojo.com/discount/DevOps25   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox/   Books and Courses: Catalog, Patterns, And Blueprints https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com/posts/catalog/   Review the...2023-01-0433 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxHave You Started Your Shopping Yet?#190: Darin and Viktor look back over 2020 part 3, in other words, 2022. Also, for something new this year, listen all the way to the end of the episode for a couple of hand-picked holiday tunes.   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox/   Books and Courses: Catalog, Patterns, And Blueprints https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com/posts/catalog/   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast/   Slack: https://www.devopsparadox.com/slack/   Conne...2022-12-2110 minState of Cloud NativeState of Cloud NativeCrossplane with Viktor FarcicThis week on State of Cloud Native we are going to talk about Crossplane. I (Mike Petersen) am very excited to be able to sit down with Viktor Farcic, Developer Advocate @ Upbound and star of DevOps Toolkit.   We will learn about what Crossplane is, what issues it solves, and how to use it to create a better control plane for your users.2022-11-1145 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxViktor’s Review of KubeCon 2022 Detroit#183: Darin catches up with Viktor just minutes after he finishes up at KubeCon NA 2022. We discuss the good things and bad things that he experienced and some surprises that you might not have seen coming.   Save 25% on your first Barbaro Mojo order using the code "DevOps25": https://barbaromojo.com/discount/DevOps25   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox/   Books and Courses: Catalog, Patterns, And Blueprints https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com/posts/catalog/   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: ht...2022-11-0225 minBreaking ChangesBreaking ChangesThe Opsification of the Enterprise with Viktor Farcic, Developer Advocate, UpboundIn this episode of Breaking Changes, Viktor Farcic of Upbound joins Kin to talk about the opsification of the enterprise and how we need to provide Heroku-like guardrails for all of the infrastructures that our teams need access to, helping abstract away the increasing complexity of operations and allow developers to focus on what truly matters to the business. 2022-09-2542 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxShould You Use Docker Desktop in 2022?#168: At DockerCon 2022, Docker announced a number of improvements to Docker Desktop, including extensions and Docker Desktop for Linux. What is it going to take for Viktor to install Docker Desktop on his machine again?   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox/   Books and Courses: Catalog, Patterns, And Blueprints https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com/posts/catalog/   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast/   Slack: https://www.devopsparadox.com/slack/   Con...2022-07-2028 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxLooking Back at KubeCon EU 2022#165: Viktor recently (sort of) attended KubeCon EU 2022 in Valencia, Spain. In this episode, we talk about everything that Viktor saw and experienced. We also attempt to answer the age old question, how was the conference food?   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox/   Books and Courses: Catalog, Patterns, And Blueprints https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com/posts/catalog/   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast/   Slack: https://www.devopsparadox.com/slack/  2022-06-2926 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxThe Difference Between Projects and Products#155: Do you know what the difference is between a project and a product in your day job? After years of working with clients as well as working in open source, we've figured out the differences between a project and a product, why it's important to know the differences, and how you can use this knowledge to build better products.   In this episode, Darin and Viktor walk you through what they are and why they're different, as well as provide insight into how these concepts can impact your day-to-day work.   YouTube channel:...2022-04-2034 minBeaming OrteliusBeaming OrteliusIntroduction to GitOps with Viktor FarcicJoin Saim Safder and Viktor Farcic on an explanation of what GitOps is, why it's cool, and how you can get started on your GitOps Journey. 2022-04-1556 minDevOps and Docker Talk: Cloud Native Interviews and ToolingDevOps and Docker Talk: Cloud Native Interviews and ToolingDevOps Automation with CrossplaneFriend and fellow Docker Captain, Viktor Farcic, joins Bret to talk about all things DevOps Automation and Crossplane. Streamed live on YouTube Oct 7, 2021, Ep 142.Unedited live recording of this show on YouTube (Ep 142)Upbound, the company behind CrossplaneCrossplaneKOTSViktor on YouTube "DevOps Toolkit"Viktor on Twitter You can also support my free material by subscribing to my YouTube channel and my weekly newsletter at bret.news!Grab the best coupons for my Docker and Kubernetes courses.Join my cloud native DevOps community on Discord.Grab some merch at Bret's Loot Box2022-01-141h 06DevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxWhat Every DevOps Should Learn in 2022#140: Have you decided what you're going to be learning in 2022? Darin and Viktor attempt to answer a question from Konstantin about what a DevOps person should be learning this year. Guess what? It's not just technology that you need to be learning.   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox/   Books and Courses: Catalog, Patterns, And Blueprints https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com/posts/catalog/   Kubernetes Chaos Engineering With Chaos Toolkit And Istio https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com/posts/chaos/   Cana...2022-01-0527 minKongcast: The API Connectivity SeriesKongcast: The API Connectivity SeriesWhy Developers Should Manage EVERYTHING | Viktor Farcic | UpboundViktor Farcic, the Developer Advocate at Upbound, discusses why empowering developers to manage the full application lifecycle helps app development teams increase efficiency.Learn more about Crossplane: https://github.com/crossplane/crossplaneContact Viktor for more information: https://twitter.com/vfarcicSubscribe to get email alerts for the latest new episodes and see which guests are coming on the show next: https://bit.ly/39PHPr1Watch the video version to see Viktor demo how to empower developers with Crossplane: https://bit.ly/3iFJkNh2021-10-1811 minDevOps and Docker Talk: Cloud Native Interviews and ToolingDevOps and Docker Talk: Cloud Native Interviews and ToolingGitOps and Argo CD with Viktor FarcicDocker Captain Viktor Farcic of https://codefresh.io talks about GitOps automation and workflows using the Argo project tools. Streamed live on YouTube on October 1, 2020.Unedited live recording on YouTubeViktor's YouTube channel DevOps ToolkitDigital Ocean's HacktoberfestViktor's website, books and coursesArgo CD and GitOpsGoogle Cloud Run and Rapid GitOps Q&A You can also support my free material by subscribing to my YouTube channel and my weekly newsletter at bret.news!Grab the best coupons for my Docker and Kubernetes courses.Join my cloud native DevOps community on Discord.Grab some merch at...2021-09-241h 01DevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxThe Difference Between SRE and DevOps#106: There seems to be a great debate about what a DevOps engineer is and what a SRE is. Today, we throw our hat in the ring and attempt to dispel the myths that we see running rampant throughout the industry.   Viktor's video for "What is the difference between SRE and DevOps?": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgW4r9FxItI   Transcript: https://www.devopsparadox.com/episodes/the-difference-between-sre-and-devops-106/#transcript   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox/   Books and Courses: 2021-05-0526 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxProcessing Event Streams With Apache Kafka#97: A chess player knows to write down their moves so they can replay their matches and learn from them. Having the ability to replay those matches also gives you the ability to start over and see where something goes wrong. In today's episode, we speak with Viktor (Vik) Gamov about Apache Kafka and how it can help you breathe new life into systems that may not have been written in a way to take advantage of events.   Vik on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gamussa   Transcript: https://www.de...2021-03-0342 minCoding Over CocktailsCoding Over CocktailsIs Docker Dead? Discussing Docker and GitOps with Viktor FarcicPrincipal DevOps Architect at Codefresh and Google Developer Experts member Viktor Farcic joins us for a round at Coding Over Cocktails, where he talks about the deprecation of Dockershim and the trends and future of GitOps.2021-02-2533 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxGod Bless Us Everyone#87: This is a little different episode. With it being Christmas week, Darin and Viktor take a step back and think about all the things that they are grateful for in this crazy year that is 2020.   Transcript: https://www.devopsparadox.com/episodes/god-bless-us-everyone-87/#transcript   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox/   Books and Courses: Catalog, Patterns, And Blueprints https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com/posts/catalog/   Kubernetes Chaos Engineering With Chaos Toolkit And Istio https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com...2020-12-2327 minDevOps ShortsDevOps ShortsViktor Farcic - Defying the Rigid Org StructureToday I'm very happy to have Viktor Farcic as my guest. Viktor is the author of the DevOps Toolkit Series, the host of the DevOps Paradox podcast and now also the Developer Advocate at CodefreshListen to the episode to learn:- Why software engineers are a rare and lucky breed- How lack of communication skills can make you fall in love with computers- What can help you love IT again after you've been sick of it- How impatience and frustration can bring on collaboration (isn't...2020-12-0615 minSoftware Delivery in Small BatchesSoftware Delivery in Small BatchesGitOps & ArgoCD with Viktor FarcicAdam welcomes Viktor Farcic to the show. Viktor Farcic is a Principal DevOps Architect at CodeFresh, a member of the Google Developer Experts, Continuous Delivery Foundation Ambassadors, and Docker Captains groups, and a published author.Adam & Viktor discuss the how and why of GitOps and how ArgoCD fits in the deployment pipeline. Many fun sidebars in this conversation into the role of docs vs code and why you should never compromise on your workflow when quality is at stake. This is a fun and easy conversation. Best served with a beer instead of the usual coffee. Enjoy...2020-11-161h 01DevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxIs Docker Back?#68: Docker recently announced integrations with Azure Container Instances (ACI) and Amazon EC2 Container Service (ECS) that makes it simple for developers to use native Docker commands to interact with these services. Darin and Viktor discuss why this is a very big deal not only for Docker, but for the ecosystem as a whole.   Transcript: https://www.devopsparadox.com/episodes/is-docker-back-68/#transcript   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Books and Courses: Catalog, Patterns, And Blueprints https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com/posts/cat...2020-08-1227 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxAWS Lambda vs. Google Cloud Functions vs. Azure Functions for 2020#66: Viktor has finished the next section of the Catalog course. Today, we discuss the amazing, and not so amazing, use cases where you should use managed Functions as a Service in 2020.   Transcript: https://www.devopsparadox.com/episodes/aws-lambda-vs-google-cloud-functions-vs-azure-functions-for-2020-66#transcript   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Books and Courses: Catalog, Patterns, And Blueprints https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com/posts/catalog/   Kubernetes Chaos Engineering With Chaos Toolkit And Istio https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com/posts/chaos/ 2020-07-2938 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxHow To Use PowerfulSeal To Create Chaos In Your Kubernetes Clusters#61: Today with talk with Mikolaj (Miko) Pawlikowski, the creator of PowerfulSeal and the author of the new Manning book "Chaos Engineering: Crash Test Your Applications". We go through the how PowerfulSeal came to be and where Miko thinks chaos landscape will be in a few years. Be sure to listen all the way to the end of the episode for a chance to receive a code to get Miko's book for free.   Miko's book ==> Chaos Engineering: Crash Test Your Applications https://www.manning.com/books/chaos-engineering?query=Mikolaj%20Pawlikowski   Us...2020-06-2433 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxWhy It Is Silly Not To Use Kubernetes If You’re Moving To The Cloud Today#59: Recently, Viktor has been hearing a number of people talking about choosing to use native services within cloud providers for their business applications instead of using Kubernetes. We attempt to tackle this flawed mindset.   Transcript: https://www.devopsparadox.com/59#transcript   YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/devopsparadox   Books and Courses: Kubernetes Chaos Engineering With Chaos Toolkit And Istio https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com/posts/chaos/   Canary Deployments To Kubernetes Using Istio and Friends https://www.devo...2020-06-1028 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxA Step By Step Guide To Trashing Other Vendor's Products#52: It's not uncommon to see software vendors bashing competitor's products. Recently, Viktor had this happen to the product that he manages. This episode is about what happens next and how you should react if it ever happens to you.   Transcript: https://www.devopsparadox.com/52#transcript   Books and Courses: Kubernetes Chaos Engineering With Chaos Toolkit And Istio https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com/posts/chaos/   Canary Deployments To Kubernetes Using Istio and Friends https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com/posts/canary/   Th...2020-04-2238 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxIs Shifting Left All It Is Cracked Up To Be?#51: After a short Twitter fight with Viktor, we asked Ádám Sándor to join us to discuss his position that Kubernetes is not too hard for developers to learn.   Ádám's contact information: https://twitter.com/adamsand0r https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamsandor/   Transcript: https://www.devopsparadox.com/51#transcript   Books and Courses: https://www.devopstoolkitseries.com/   Canary Deployments To Kubernetes Using Istio and Friends https://www.udemy.com/course/canary-deployments-to-kubernetes-using-istio-and-friends/?referralCode=75549ECDBC41B2...2020-04-1539 minTech³PodcastTech³PodcastEp. 2 - A Conversation with Viktor FarcicOn Episode 2 of the Tech³ Podcast, Rosie and Ben welcome Viktor Farcic, a Principal Software Delivery Strategist and Developer Advocate at CloudBees, a member of the Google Developer Experts and Docker Captains groups, and the published author of The DevOps Toolkit Series, DevOps Paradox, and Test-Driven Java Development. We discuss his beginnings and what got him into technology, where he see's the industry now, his thoughts on TDD and development as a whole. Viktor also shares his thoughts on leadership and how far certain leaders can take you when companies move from small to medium to large or...2020-03-2650 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxViktor's KubeCon 2019 reviewViktor has arrived back from KubeCon 2019. We talk about everything that happened from his perspective. We also touch on the Mirantis acquisition of Docker's Enterprise business.   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast   Leave us a message on Voxer: https://web.voxer.com/u/devopsparadox   Contact us at: https://www.devopsparadox.com/contact2019-11-2517 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxSite Reliability Engineering Traps To Avoid#30: Matt Turner joins us today to discuss his role as a day-to-day site reliability engineer practitioner at Ziglu. He also tells us a cautionary tale that everyone should listen to. If you are in the London financial district, you might be interested in working with Matt at Ziglu: https://www.ziglu.io/careers   The Site Reliability Engineering books from Google: https://landing.google.com/sre/books/   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast   DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: h...2019-11-2053 minDevOps and Docker Talk: Cloud Native Interviews and ToolingDevOps and Docker Talk: Cloud Native Interviews and ToolingKubernetes GitOps with Jenkins XIn this 50th episode, I sit down with two people from Cloudbees, Viktor Farcic, and Oscar Medina. We talk about CI/CD in Kubernetes and the GitOps-style of continuous deployment using Jenkins X.And as a reminder, this podcast is a listener supported by those of you that buy my docker, swarm, and kubernetes courses. If you're already one of my 120,000 students, I thank you so much for your support. You can get coupons for those courses at bretfisher.com. We're launching more video updates and a whole new Kubernetes Mastery course soon, which you can get...2019-11-1852 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxElasticsearch: Is It A Database Or A Datastore?#29: We speak with Philipp Krenn today about Elasticsearch. We go through it's history and some of the more interesting stories where it has been used.   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast   DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox   The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Viktor Farcic: https://leanpub.com/the-devops-2-6-toolkit   Join the Slack team: http://slack.devops20toolkit.com/   Leave us a...2019-11-1345 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxIs Service Mesh Your New Best Friend?#28: Peter Jausovec joins us today to talk all things service mesh. We also break out the crystal ball and make some predictions about Kubernetes for 2020.   Service Mesh Patterns at Riga Dev Days: https://youtu.be/jQsgVeT8MnI   Service Mesh Interface: https://smi-spec.io/   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast   DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox   The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Vikto...2019-11-0648 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxWhat Would Burt Gummer Do?#27: We discuss one of the greatest B movies ever and how it relates to one of the more recent Docker security issues.   Graboid: First-Ever Cryptojacking Worm Found in Images on Docker Hub https://unit42.paloaltonetworks.com/graboid-first-ever-cryptojacking-worm-found-in-images-on-docker-hub/   Tremors: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0100814/   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast   DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox   The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Vi...2019-10-3036 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxThe Architect Role In Your Company Is Completely Useless#26: In this episode, we propose that the architect role is useless within most companies. We also tackle having non-technical people in technical roles.   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast   DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox   The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Viktor Farcic: https://leanpub.com/the-devops-2-6-toolkit   Join the Slack team: http://slack.devops20toolkit.com/   Leave us a messa...2019-10-2337 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxTips for Conference Attendees Who Want Learn a New Skill#25: We discuss difference conference types and the pros and cons of each.   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast   DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox   The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Viktor Farcic: https://leanpub.com/the-devops-2-6-toolkit   Join the Slack team: http://slack.devops20toolkit.com/   Leave us a message on Voxer: https://web.voxer.com/u/devopsparadox 2019-10-1638 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxDeployment Strategy Myths Enterprises Actually Believe#24: We discuss numerous deployment strategies, ranging from blue/green to serverless. Also, it appears we have our first real fight on our hands. You decide.   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast   DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox   The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Viktor Farcic: https://leanpub.com/the-devops-2-6-toolkit   Join the Slack team: http://slack.devops20toolkit.com/   Lea...2019-10-0934 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxDo Feature Flags Even Matter?#23: Today we speak with Erez Rusovsky from Rollout and talk all things feature flags. Who knew that code injection as a service could be so cool?   Review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://www.devopsparadox.com/review-podcast   DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox   The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Viktor Farcic: https://leanpub.com/the-devops-2-6-toolkit   Join the Slack team: http://slack.devops20toolkit.com/   Leave...2019-10-0234 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxThe Reasons That Motivate Us To Work, Learn, And Write#22: In today's episode, we answer Neven's question about what motivates us to learn, work, and write.   DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox   The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Viktor Farcic: https://leanpub.com/the-devops-2-6-toolkit   Join the Slack team: http://slack.devops20toolkit.com/   Leave us a message on Voxer: https://web.voxer.com/u/devopsparadox   Twitter: Darin: @darinpope Viktor: @vfarcic 2019-09-2532 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxTime Management Secrets Every Software Engineer Needs Now#21: Neven asks us how we organize time for work, learning, and new stuff we’d like to try. We talk about some tools and tips that we both use. We also learn some of the key secrets about how Viktor is able to crank out so many books.   Remember The Milk: https://www.rememberthemilk.com/   Trello: https://trello.com/   Full Focus Planner by Michael Hyatt: https://fullfocusplanner.com/   DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtp...2019-09-1834 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxConfiguration Management Mistakes Enterprises Make...And How To Avoid Them#20: In our first guest episode, John Laffey joins us to discuss his disagreements with our episode about configuration management. Can we keep it a good, clean fight? You be the judge.   DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox   The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Viktor Farcic: https://leanpub.com/the-devops-2-6-toolkit   Join the Slack team: http://slack.devops20toolkit.com/   Leave us a message on Voxer: https://web.voxer.com/u/devopsparadox 2019-09-1136 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxAre You A Hacker Or Developer?#19: What are the big differences between hackers and developers? Our answers may surprise you.   DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox   The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Viktor Farcic: https://leanpub.com/the-devops-2-6-toolkit   Join the Slack team: http://slack.devops20toolkit.com/   Twitter: Darin: @darinpope Viktor: @vfarcic DevOpsParadox: @DevOpsParadox   Email: Darin: darin@planetpope.com Viktor: viktor@farcic.com2019-09-0435 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxHow To Avoid Issue Tracking Mistakes Teams Make#18: Neil Gealy asks "What is the best way to track features, bugs, etc, going into a release for visibility to the rest of the company (outside the development team)? And how do you incorporate that into release notes and versioning of your microservices. I've seen companies using a combination of Jira and spreadsheets, but they are very clunky and manual."   https://devops20.slack.com/archives/CK3906Q1K/p1565655300018600   DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox   The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by...2019-08-2822 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxThe Learning Styles Of The Rich and Famous#17: Ivor asks "How do you like to learn? People that like to learn have their own style. What's yours?" https://twitter.com/ivorsco77/status/1154039680603529218   Design Patterns: Elements of Reusable Object-Oriented Software by Erich Gamma, Richard Helm, Ralph Johnson, and John Vlissides: https://www.amazon.com/Design-Patterns-Elements-Reusable-Object-Oriented/dp/0201633612/   DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox   The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Viktor Farcic: https://leanpub.com/the-devops-2-6-toolkit   Join the Slack team...2019-08-2132 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxDon't Let Someone Automate You Out Of Your Job#16:Vadim asks "when will we automate ourselves out of our jobs?" Fire Someone Today by Bob Pritchett: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004GJVXKC/ DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Viktor Farcic: https://leanpub.com/the-devops-2-6-toolkit Join the Slack team: http://slack.devops20toolkit.com/ Twitter: Darin: @darinpope Viktor: @vfarcic DevOpsParadox: @DevOpsParadox Visit us at: https://www.devopsparadox.com/2019-08-1422 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxSilos Are For Farmers, Not Enterprises#15: Silos exist throughout enterprises. We discuss if silos are bad or good and everything in between.   Here's the question from Joost:   https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6559101458564866048?commentUrn=urn%3Ali%3Acomment%3A%28activity%3A6559101458564866048%2C6559335225585913856%29   DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox   The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Viktor Farcic: https://leanpub.com/the-devops-2-6-toolkit   Join the Slack team: http://slack.devops20toolkit.com/  2019-08-0727 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxCreating Happy Customers Through GitOps#14: We take our first listener question and it's all about GitOps. Here's the question from Andrey: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6559101458564866048?commentUrn=urn%3Ali%3Acomment%3A%28activity%3A6559101458564866048%2C6559134063964246016%29 DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Viktor Farcic: https://leanpub.com/the-devops-2-6-toolkit Join the Slack team: http://slack.devops20toolkit.com/ Twitter: @darinpope @vfarcic @DevOpsParadox Visit us...2019-07-3130 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxWhat Tricks Does Viktor Have Up His Sleeve?#13: With apologies to Shakespeare...to have opinions or not to have opinions? That is the question. DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Viktor Farcic: https://leanpub.com/the-devops-2-6-toolkit Join the Slack team: http://slack.devops20toolkit.com/ Visit us at: https://www.devopsparadox.com/ If you'd like to reach out, you can find us on Twitter: @vfarcic @darinpope @DevOpsParadox2019-07-2434 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxWhy Understanding English Is Important For Developers#12: Viktor is back from a recent trip through Asia. One of the things he encountered was the surprising "lack" of English throughout the region. We discuss if English should be a requirement to be a developer in today's global economy and how that parallels many of the problems found in enterprises. DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Viktor Farcic: https://leanpub.com/the-devops-2-6-toolkit Signup for access to the DevOps20 Slack workspace: http://slack.devops20...2019-07-1732 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxIs Serverless The New Wild West?#11: We discuss a lot of different angles of serverless, including why it's a smart thing for you to start looking into serverless today. DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Viktor Farcic: https://leanpub.com/the-devops-2-6-toolkit DevOps20 Slack workspace: https://devops20.slack.com/ Signup for access to the Slack workspace: http://slack.devops20toolkit.com/  2019-07-1022 minThe Packt PodcastThe Packt PodcastWhy DevOps isn't really any different from Agile | An interview with Viktor FarcicDevOps expert and author Viktor Farcic talks to Stacy Matthews and Richard Gall about what DevOps means today in the context of cloud and containers, and how organizations use and misuse the core principles behind it.2019-07-0926 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxWhy Open Source is important to your business#10: With all the consolidation in the open source market, how can you and your company be a good citizen when it comes to open source? Open Source Beyond The Market: https://rework.fm/open-source-beyond-the-market/ The fight to keep open source truly “open” ⁠— open source providers need to stand up: https://www.information-age.com/open-source-providers-123483267/ DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Viktor Farcic: https://leanpub.com/the-devops-2-6-toolkit DevOps20 Slack workspac...2019-07-0330 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxWhat Is The Maturity Level Of Your Continuous Deployment?#9: Why are people scared of continuous deployment? Can everyone get to true continuous deployment? Darin and Viktor discuss these question as well as why delayed is sometime perceived as continuous. DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Viktor Farcic: https://leanpub.com/the-devops-2-6-toolkit DevOps20 Slack workspace: https://devops20.slack.com/ Signup for access to the Slack workspace: http://slack.devops20toolkit.com/2019-06-2630 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxHow To Escape The Continuous Delivery Rat Race#8: You understand the impact that feature flags have on continuous delivery. However, have you thought about how refactoring should also be a part of your day to day life? Refactoring by Martin Fowler https://www.amazon.com/Refactoring-Improving-Existing-Addison-Wesley-Signature-dp-0134757599/dp/0134757599/ DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Viktor Farcic: https://leanpub.com/the-devops-2-6-toolkit DevOps20 Slack workspace: https://devops20.slack.com/ Signup for access to the Slack workspace: http...2019-06-1928 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxContinuous Integration Tips for Engineers Who Want Sleep Through The Night#7: It seems like Continuous Integration should be a simple and non-negotiable process in today's workplace. We discover that not everything is as it appears. DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Viktor Farcic: https://leanpub.com/the-devops-2-6-toolkit DevOps20 Slack workspace: https://devops20.slack.com/ Signup for access to the Slack workspace: http://slack.devops20toolkit.com/2019-06-1229 minDevOps ParadoxDevOps ParadoxFive Career Tips Every Successful DevOps Professional Needs To Know#6: Matt Klein recently tweeted his career advice to be a successful individual contributor. We take an in depth look at that concept in today's episode. Link to Matt's Twitter thread: https://twitter.com/mattklein123/status/1130206773078421504 The Proximity Principle by Ken Coleman: https://www.kencoleman.com/store/product/the-proximity-principle-book DevOps Paradox by Viktor Farcic: https://www.packtpub.com/web-development/devops-paradox The DevOps 2.6 Toolkit: Jenkins X by Viktor Farcic: https://leanpub.com/the-devops-2-6-toolkit DevOps20 Slack workspace: https://devops20.slack...2019-06-0530 minFrontmatterFrontmatterViktor Farcic, Author of the DevOps Toolkit SeriesViktor Farcic is the author of the DevOps Toolkit series. In this interview, Leanpub co-founder Len Epp talks with Viktor about his background, the nature and importance of failure in software development, self-healing and self-adapting systems, the future of automation, his books, and at the end, they talk a little bit about his experience as a self-published author. This interview was recorded on December 18, 2017. The full audio for the interview is here. You can subscribe to the Frontmatter podcast in iTunes or add the podcast URL directly. This interview has been edited for conciseness and clarity. A Note About the...2018-03-0859 min