Overcoming Common Container Security Challenges: Simplify and Secure
Introduction to Container Security Container security encompasses practices, tools, and measures to protect the entire lifecycle of containerized applications. Containers offer portability and consistency across environments, crucial for modern software development. However, their unique structure presents distinct security challenges that need to be addressed. Why Container Security is Crucial Security breaches can occur at any…
Sirisha Badursha
Strengthening Your CI/CD Pipeline: Tackling Security Challenges Head-On
CI/CD Security: A Refresher Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) have become the backbone of modern software development, enabling rapid, reliable, and consistent delivery of software products. However, with the increasing reliance on CI/CD pipelines, securing them has become non-negotiable. A compromised pipeline can lead to the deployment of vulnerable applications, causing significant damage to…
Enhanced Performance, Enhanced Efficiency: ScyllaDB’s Tablets Unleashed
Date : June 27Time : 10am PT | 1pm ET | 5pm GMT Discover the Latest Architectural Innovations in ScyllaDB ScyllaDB has recently introduced a groundbreaking architectural update centered around its new “tablets” framework. This significant advancement represents the culmination of a multiyear effort to integrate and expand upon the Raft consensus protocol. Designed to…
KBOM: The Key to Enhanced Kubernetes Security and Efficiency
Understanding the Industry Standard for Container Orchestration Insights The Kubernetes Bill of Materials (KBOM) standard is designed to offer comprehensive insights into container orchestration tools widely used across various industries. This new standard aligns with other established Bill of Materials (BOM) standards, ensuring consistency and reliability. What is KBOM? KBOM is a project aimed at…
BIOCAD’s Secret Sauce: Automating Docker Image Processes for Security and Efficiency
Introduction In software development, delivering quality software quickly, safely, and reliably is crucial. Docker images simplify deployment but also introduce challenges. This article, based on our work at the biotech company BIOCAD, explores automating the building, signing, and verifying of Docker images to maximize their benefits. Building Docker Images with Kaniko Building Docker images manually…
PAS: The Future of Kubernetes Scheduling is Here
Platform Aware Scheduling (PAS) is revolutionizing how workloads are assigned in Kubernetes environments. By exposing platform-specific attributes to the Kubernetes scheduler, PAS enhances the scheduler’s decision-making capabilities using a modular, policy-driven approach. This innovative project comprises a core library and information for building custom scheduler extensions, as well as specific implementations that can be directly…
Effortless Kubernetes Management with the GitOps Bridge Project
The GitOps Bridge is a community-driven initiative aimed at demonstrating the best practices and patterns for seamlessly integrating the creation of Kubernetes clusters with ongoing management through GitOps. By focusing on leading tools like ArgoCD and FluxCD, both of which are CNCF-graduated projects, this project serves as a valuable resource for Kubernetes administrators and DevOps…
Ready, Set, Automate: Pulumi and Google Cloud for Beginners
When : June 26Time : 9.30 pm GMT+5.30 In the ever-evolving landscape of cloud computing, the ability to manage infrastructure efficiently and consistently is crucial. Infrastructure as Code (IaC) is a practice that allows you to provision and manage your cloud infrastructure using code, providing numerous benefits such as automation, repeatability, and version control. This…
Get Hands-On: Automate Docker Builds with Pulumi and Docker Build Cloud
When : June 25Time : 9.30 pm GMT+5.30 In today’s fast-paced development environment, efficient and reliable build processes are crucial for maintaining productivity and ensuring timely delivery of applications. Automating these processes can significantly reduce manual effort, improve consistency, and accelerate development cycles. This workshop is designed to equip you with the skills to automate…
Pred8tor: Your Go-To Tool for Kubernetes Object Expiry
Managing a Kubernetes cluster can be an arduous task, especially when it comes to keeping your environment clean and clutter-free. Over time, obsolete Kubernetes objects like pods, services, and deployments accumulate, which can lead to inefficiencies and potential performance issues. Pred8tor, an innovative open-source tool, addresses this challenge by automating the cleanup of expired Kubernetes…