IBM Concert, based on the IBM watsonx platform, uses generative AI and knowledge graphs to identify IT dependencies for proactive DevOps, available as a SaaS on IBM, AWS, or on-premises. It offers a 360-degree view of IT topology and is initially optimized for application risk and compliance managem.. read more  

In a Dockerfile, if no user is specified, Docker defaults to running commands as the root user, posing security risks. Using UID/GID in Docker maintains consistent security controls by mapping numerical identifiers for users and groups. Docker's Enhanced Container Isolation and user namespaces help .. read more  

The article discusses Git branching strategies for efficient code management and collaboration. It covers trunk-based development, GitHub Flow, Git Flow, and Feature Branching, highlighting their benefits and challenges based on team size and deployment frequency. It also emphasizes effective collab.. read more  

The openSUSE project announced the second release candidate (RC2) of Aeon Desktop, which aims to provide automated system updates using snapshots. Aeon uses transactional-update with Btrfs subvolumes to create and update system snapshots. The installation process involves the Transactional Installat.. read more  

Thousands of servers running CentOS 7 will lose support from Red Hat in June 2024. Alternatives include SUSE, Oracle, and Ctrl IQ, offering RHEL-compatible systems. OpenELA provides RHEL source code, and organizations like Rocky Linux and AlmaLinux present viable migration paths... read more  

Combining Helm, Helmfile, Kustomize, and raw manifests can streamline Kubernetes manifest management, offering flexibility and control over deployment workflows. This integration allows for customization of manifests with Helm packages and fine-grained configuration using Kustomize, while also inclu.. read more  

Many teams continue using legacy release processes, which causes long deployment delays, conflict risks, and larger, riskier deployments. Efficient teams use continuous integration and deployment, leveraging automated testing, preview systems, and feature flags. This approach minimizes delays, reduc.. read more