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• Use these 8 tools to deploy microservices on Azure

  IT teams deploy microservices to quickly build and scale apps, but it can get complicated fast. Check out these Microsoft Azure tools and best practices to get started the right way. Continue Reading

• Get started with Azure tags

  The more Azure resources an organization consumes, the harder it becomes to track those resources. Proper tagging can help manage and automate workloads, as well as control costs. Continue Reading

• Review these Azure Service Bus best practices

  When applications talk, you need to listen. Learn about Microsoft's cloud messaging service, its main features, best practices to follow and practical applications. Continue Reading

• Instill cloud change management best practices

  Automation is essential to change management in the cloud. Discover the best practices that ensure your IT team is in sync and productive when handling change. Continue Reading

• How much cloud does an IT disaster recovery plan need?

  It's not easy to get the right mix of traditional and cloud-based DR resources. Here's how to strike a balance between what's effective and what's affordable. Continue Reading

• Definitions to Get Started

  • What is private PaaS? How is it different from public PaaS?
  • What is cloud asset management?
  • What is a cloud IDE?
  • What is single-tenancy? How's it different from multi-tenancy?

  • What is subscription-based pricing model?
  • What is IBM Cloud?
  • What is cloud computing? Types, examples and benefits
  • What is usage-based pricing?

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• Establish a self-service cloud brokerage from scratch

  Make developers and admins happier with a self-service portal that delivers an in-house marketplace of approved cloud tools and services.Continue Reading

• How to start your cloud career

  As the IT field evolves, more professionals are pursuing cloud careers. To stand out in the crowd, you need proper training, skills and certifications.Continue Reading

• A primer on Alibaba Cloud for enterprises outside of APAC

  When Western cloud users think of major cloud providers, it's typically the top three: AWS, Google Cloud Platform and Microsoft Azure. But what about the world's fourth largest cloud provider?Continue Reading

• Understand and deploy IBM Cloud for VMware Solutions

  The IBM-VMware partnership has provided a platform for admins committed to VMware technologies who also require cloud benefits such as such as scalability and fast provisioning.Continue Reading

• Get to know Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB use cases

  Organizations can deploy Cosmos DB for a range of important applications. Learn how to bolster Azure workloads with this Microsoft database service that is highly distributed and multi-model.Continue Reading

• Integrate applications with these 4 Azure integration tools

  Integration can ensure consistent and scalable workflows in cloud applications, even connected to on-premises resources. Evaluate tools and services Azure offers for the task.Continue Reading

• How Google Cloud Composer manages workflow orchestration

  Before users get started with Google Cloud Composer, a workflow orchestration service, they need to grasp key concepts of the Apache Airflow software that underpins it, including DAGs.Continue Reading

• Google Cloud Anthos

  Google Cloud Anthos is a hybrid, cloud-agnostic container environment.Continue Reading

• Get up to speed on Azure's serverless functionality

  With so many serverless tools on the market, it can be difficult to pick the right one. Review some of the features of Azure serverless options to help you choose.Continue Reading

• Test your cloud automation and orchestration expertise

  Are you familiar with the tools and services available for cloud orchestration and automation? Take this quiz and see how you stack up.Continue Reading

• Get to know the top managed Kubernetes services in the cloud

  All managed Kubernetes providers address the pain points of deploying and maintaining the container orchestration platform, but they do so in different ways, as outlined in this brief cheat sheet.Continue Reading

• VMware Cloud on AWS training eases deployment and use

  VMware's cloud platform has a steep learning curve, but investing in training courses helps simplify implementation.Continue Reading

• Watch this Google Cloud Console tutorial

  Get accustomed to the Google Cloud Console. Explore the management features the admin UI has to offer and learn how to customize it to meet your needs.Continue Reading

• Top 5 cloud architect interview questions and answers

  Job candidates need technical skills and much more to work in the cloud. Prepare for your cloud architect interview with these potential questions and answers to stand out from the crowd.Continue Reading

• 5 best practices for choosing cloud developer tools

  Enterprises are pushing cloud app development as a way to stay up to date on the latest IT trends. Find out how to pick the right cloud and tools for your apps and your staff.Continue Reading

• Get started with this Azure cloud migration tool

  There are a lot of moving parts to a cloud migration, which leaves a lot of room for error. Follow Douglas Francis as he demonstrates how to seamlessly migrate to Microsoft Azure.Continue Reading

• Get started with Google Cloud Run

  Google has upped its resource management game with Cloud Run. Learn the basics of the managed compute platform and follow the simple tutorial on deploying a web app with the service.Continue Reading

• Top 5 nontechnical skills for cloud computing success

  Companies that move to the cloud need a staff with a strong technical background, but soft skills are important too. Review five non-tech skills needed for a successful cloud initiative.Continue Reading

• Build cloud economics expertise in-house

  Cloud bills shouldn't be filled with surprises, but unexpected costs are all too common. Ensure your staff can handle cost management and optimization processes to rein in spending.Continue Reading

• Test your cloud migration services knowledge

  Are you familiar with the vendor services and tools that can support a cloud migration? Take this quiz and see what you know about cloud migration services.Continue Reading

• Top 8 cloud administrator interview questions and answers

  Hoping to become a cloud administrator? There's a lot to cover -- from tools to certifications. Prepare for your interview with these eight questions.Continue Reading

• Smart strategies for application monitoring in the cloud

  Are your cloud applications secure? Do they satisfy your performance expectations? Do they cost you too much? Application monitoring is vital to cloud success.Continue Reading

• What you need to know about Google Cloud Anthos

  It's time to learn the foundational concepts of Google Anthos, as well as its seven core components that set it apart from AWS Outposts and Azure Stack.Continue Reading

• How to meet the challenge of cloud regulatory compliance

  Meeting compliance responsibilities requires some extra steps when you use more than one cloud provider. This handbook will get you started.Continue Reading

• How much do you know about VMware Cloud on AWS?

  Take our quiz to test your knowledge on VMware Cloud on AWS to see if you understand important use cases, general information and features.Continue Reading

• Get to know the VMware HCX platform

  HCX connects on-premises systems, private clouds, VMware Cloud on AWS and hosted cloud infrastructures, creating a hybrid or multi-cloud environment for vSphere workloads.Continue Reading

• How should app developers choose a cloud provider?

  Not every service in the cloud matters to developers. Look for these core features, and see which providers stand out when it comes to microservices, containers, AI services and IDEs.Continue Reading

• An introduction to the 6 OpenStack orchestration components

  Cloud orchestration is a critical part of workflow simplification and task automation. If you prefer open source options, see what OpenStack has to offer.Continue Reading

• An enterprise guide to serverless computing

  Serverless computing can be a valuable technology if you use it properly. Learn the basic concepts, provider offerings and management considerations before you jump in.Continue Reading

• How to build Azure Functions with PowerShell

  Follow along with Anthony Howell as he gives a step-by-step demonstration to help you use PowerShell to kick start your Azure Functions app.Continue Reading

• Avoid runaway cloud migration costs

  Cloud computing means you'll contend with ongoing costs. Cloud migration itself, however, doesn't need to be a budget-busting experience. A good plan pays big dividends.Continue Reading

• Ask these 5 questions before deploying cloud HA

  IT teams can build HA into their organization's cloud apps, but is it worth it? And how much is too much? Ask these and other critical questions before architecting for HA.Continue Reading

• Know the tools needed to bake cloud HA into apps

  The cost for HA might outweigh the benefit for many cloud apps. But, before you can debate the need to architect a highly redundant system, you need to know the tools at your disposal.Continue Reading

• A guide to a cloud-to-cloud migration with 7 key steps

  When an enterprise migrates between cloud environments, planning and process are more important than products and technology -- at least in the short term.Continue Reading

• Explore multi-cloud Kubernetes deployment options

  IT teams can use Kubernetes to deploy and manage containerized workloads across multiple clouds -- but it's not the best approach for everyone. Look at the benefits and implementation options.Continue Reading

• Get to know Microsoft's Azure IoT services

  With so many connected devices distributed across the globe, enterprises need a way to manage and monitor their IoT assets. See what Azure services are available to help.Continue Reading

• Learn core Google AI and machine learning tools

  Looking to infuse AI and machine learning into your cloud apps? Use this list of terms to explore which Google cloud services offer features for speech to text, image analysis and more.Continue Reading

• Navigate serverless cloud SLAs for event-driven apps

  Each cloud provider defines serverless uptime differently. Consider platform reliability, other guarantees and refund rates before building an event-driven app.Continue Reading

• Guide to Google Cloud Platform services in the enterprise

  This Google Cloud Platform guide brings admins and developers up to speed on the vendor's portfolio following Google Cloud Next '19 and offers best practices to deploy and manage Google VMs, containers and more.Continue Reading

• cloud integration

  Cloud integration is the act of combining different cloud-based systems into an integral whole. The term may also refer to joining cloud-based systems with on-premises systems.Continue Reading

• 7 cloud computing job roles to advance your career

  The cloud rapidly evolves, so cloud jobs must adapt accordingly. Job openings are going fast, so review these positions and their qualifications to plan your next move.Continue Reading

• Must-attend cloud conferences in the second half of 2019

  Ready to expand your knowledge and skill sets? Check out these popular cloud conferences from April to December 2019.Continue Reading

• Words to go: Cloud networking basics

  Networking requirements for the cloud are different than on premises. Dig into these terms to get a sense for the network services and capabilities needed to run a cloud app.Continue Reading

• Get started with Google Cloud Deployment Manager

  Deployment Manager is Google's infrastructure-as-code tool. Learn about its features and how to automate use of resources such as Compute Engine, GKE and BigQuery.Continue Reading

• A beginner's guide to cloud-native application management

  After users develop cloud-native apps, they need to learn the basics of cloud monitoring and logging. These cloud-native management strategies can help maintain a successful application.Continue Reading

• How to set up a CI/CD pipeline in the Azure DevOps console

  Follow the steps in this how-to video from Matt Browne of TechSnips to quickly get your web app up and running on Microsoft Azure with a CI/CD pipeline.Continue Reading

• Cloudability

  Cloudability is a software vendor that provides financial management tools for monitoring and analyzing cloud computing costs.Continue Reading

• Words to go: Google cloud security services

  Digging through all of Google's cloud security tools can seem overwhelming. Get a snapshot of key services, and when to use them, with this quick list.Continue Reading

• Automation drives next wave of multi-cloud management tools

  The current cloud landscape indicates a clear need for management tools that can span multiple platforms -- and they'll likely place an emphasis on automation, abstraction and orchestration.Continue Reading

• New types of cloud services bring the cloud to you

  Would your hybrid experience be improved by placing technology from a cloud service provider directly into your data center? Here's how to evaluate that option.Continue Reading

• New cloud service models put providers in the data center

  All of the major cloud players now offer on-premises hardware or specific technologies to make a data center look and feel more like the public cloud. What's driving this trend?Continue Reading

• Follow this enterprise cloud automation and orchestration guide

  Automation and orchestration play a big role in cloud computing. Learn the basics, how these technologies work in hybrid and multi-cloud environments and which tools are available.Continue Reading

• 5 ways to smooth the road to hybrid cloud deployment

  In the move to hybrid cloud, security, app requirements and monitoring are just a few of the many factors to consider. Follow these guidelines for a smooth deployment process.Continue Reading

• Get the most out of managed Kubernetes with these guidelines

  Kubernetes has a lot to offer, but you can only reap those benefits with the right service management approach. Use these five tips to find the best fit for your enterprise.Continue Reading

• Words to go: Azure migration services

  Before Microsoft shops begin to move workloads from on-premises data centers to Azure, they should carefully choose a migration tool to help forge their path.Continue Reading

• Build and share code via Azure Notebooks

  An Azure service enables enterprises to host Jupyter Notebooks in the cloud to ease access and management. Learn whether it could benefit your dev team, and how to get started.Continue Reading

• Review Google cloud IAM fundamentals and best practices

  To learn the ins and outs of Google’s identity and access management service, start with the basic concepts of roles, permissions and policies.Continue Reading

• Learn how to use Terraform for multi-cloud management

  Terraform provides a highly configurable platform to manage infrastructure in a cloud-agnostic way. However, enterprises need to prepare for some challenges.Continue Reading

• An overview of ARM templates for Azure resource deployment

  Azure Resource Manager templates streamline the way IT and development teams deploy cloud resources. To get started, grasp these key concepts around formatting, syntax and more.Continue Reading

• Google Cloud Filestore lends itself to legacy enterprise apps

  Among other uses, Google's cloud file storage service can simplify the migration of legacy apps to the cloud. Learn about its main features, and how it compares to the competition.Continue Reading

• Break down the main features of Azure DevOps Services

  DevOps continues to influence how vendors shape their cloud offerings, and this was the case behind Microsoft's recent rebranding of Visual Studio Team Services.Continue Reading

• Here's what it takes to become a cloud automation engineer

  A cloud automation engineer is a challenging role for any IT professional because of the varied requirements. Find out what education, experience and skill sets you need to get the job.Continue Reading

• Choose the right workloads for serverless platforms in cloud

  Serverless might be the next big thing in cloud, but that doesn't mean it's a fit for all enterprise workloads. See if your requirements align with these common use cases.Continue Reading

• Can you ace this quiz on cloud computing privacy issues?

  Consumers and enterprises are increasingly concerned about data privacy -- with good reason -- and cloud computing introduces a host of new challenges. How well do you know them?Continue Reading

• Map out a smooth migration to Azure Resource Manager

  As the classic Azure portal becomes outmoded, enterprises need to migrate to ARM -- but the change doesn't always come easy. Follow these steps to ensure a smooth move.Continue Reading

• CAIQ (Consensus Assessments Initiative Questionnaire)

  The Consensus Assessments Initiative Questionnaire (CAIQ) is a survey provided by the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) for cloud consumers and auditors to assess the security capabilities of a cloud service provider.Continue Reading

• The first 5 steps to build a private cloud infrastructure

  To implement a private cloud, IT teams must start at the beginning -- and define what a cloud strategy will mean, exactly, to their organization -- before they proceed.Continue Reading

• Design a hybrid IT infrastructure with a strategic framework

  Hybrid IT demands that IT managers and teams use frameworks, best practices and governance structures to ensure the success of on-premises and cloud deployments.Continue Reading

• Accelerate API dev with documentation-driven development

  A missing cloud API doesn't mean all work needs to stop. Engineering and development teams can work with a mock API server until the real API is production-ready.Continue Reading

• Dig into Azure Kubernetes Service networking options

  Enterprises that choose the wrong AKS networking option could face poor performance and higher costs. Evaluate the advantages and limitations of each option before you rush in.Continue Reading

• Azure management groups ease policy enforcement

  It isn't easy to manage Azure subscriptions, but with management groups, admins can now simplify policy enforcement on a larger scale.Continue Reading

• Write your first Google Cloud Function with these three tips

  To build a serverless function, many developers require a shift in mindset. Use these three tips to create a cost-effective and high-performing function in Google Cloud Platform.Continue Reading

• A cloud migration assessment lets IT look before it leaps

  Some workloads simply aren't cut out for cloud -- at least not without modification. Here's how to carefully assess your apps for public cloud migration before you make the move.Continue Reading

• Serverless infrastructure demands new roles for IT admins

  Serverless technology is going to disrupt the data center, and IT administrators will need to shift their expertise from management to configuration and from servers to services.Continue Reading

• With progressive web applications, developers blur the lines

  With progressive web applications, single-page apps, motion UI and other innovations, app development meets the moment, giving users what they want, where they want it.Continue Reading

• Web app development morphs as apps and websites merge

  The lines between web and mobile app and websites are blurring, so development silos are out, and boning up on building progressive web apps and single-page apps is in.Continue Reading

• Manage Google cloud instances with images, templates

  Recent additions to Google Compute Engine, particularly around images and templates, streamline how admins can create and manage VMs.Continue Reading

• How to get the most out of automation in the cloud

  Getting the most out of a cloud deployment will almost certainly require some automation and orchestration. And that will require some specific actions on your part.Continue Reading

• Let cloud orchestration tools do the hard work

  A smart cloud strategy requires a smart automation strategy. These steps will help position your cloud to benefit from automation and orchestration technologies.Continue Reading

• Three ways to prepare applications for serverless platforms

  Compared to those that run in more traditional PaaS or IaaS environments, apps on serverless platforms bring a unique set of demands around performance, storage and more.Continue Reading

• Azure Availability Zones enable more resilient cloud apps

  'Downtime' is a dreaded word for mission-critical applications. Learn how availability zones in Azure can promote uptime and keep your workloads running.Continue Reading

• Cloud certifications play supporting role in IT hiring decisions

  Certifications that are specific to a particular cloud provider are a great way for IT professionals to grow their foundational knowledge, but they shouldn't stop there.Continue Reading

• Are you on the right cloud computing career path?

  As more advanced cloud technologies and deployment models emerge, it's important to future-proof your career. Check your resume against these expert suggestions.Continue Reading

• Five critical tests for cloud application performance, security

  To keep end users happy, dev teams should regularly test the performance and security of cloud-hosted applications. Tools from cloud providers and third-party vendors can help.Continue Reading

• Prepare cloud-based applications for container technology

  To properly prepare cloud applications for containers, be sure to emphasize a service-based architecture and understand your management options upfront.Continue Reading

• Create a private cloud in SCVMM with these factors in mind

  The process of creating a private cloud with System Center Virtual Machine Manager starts with getting to know major private cloud components and calculating resource requirements.Continue Reading

• Get started with Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform

  Despite its benefits, Red Hat OpenShift is just one technology amid a growing list intended to simplify container management and deployment for development and ops teams.Continue Reading

• Grasp the key concepts of hybrid cloud orchestration

  As hybrid cloud becomes increasingly common, organizations need an effective orchestration platform that can seamlessly span public and private infrastructure.Continue Reading

• GDPR requirements loom over cloud providers, users

  Even if your cloud provider already complies with GDPR, you can't just take a backseat. Know what the requirements are and whether they apply to you -- or risk hefty fines.Continue Reading

• Cloud application performance hinges on a solid testing plan

  When you neglect quality control testing, cloud app performance can suffer. Explore specific types of tests to run and tools that can guide the process.Continue Reading

• How to secure a multi-cloud architecture

  If they don't already, most organizations will soon have resources deployed to more than one cloud. That requires an aggressive strategy and multiple levels of security.Continue Reading

• With more providers, security issues in cloud computing rise

  We hear a lot about the pros and cons of a multi-cloud strategy, but a surprising number of organizations don't think they need to worry about it. They do.Continue Reading

• Google preemptible VMs reduce cloud costs -- with a catch

  With its preemtible VMs, Google offers spare compute capacity at a discounted price. But be careful not to run certain apps on these VM types, as they shut down at any time.Continue Reading

• Use LinuxKit to increase container portability

  With LinuxKit, Docker continues its push for better container portability. Learn how the tool can help your apps run across various platforms, as well as its potential limitations.Continue Reading

• Modernize legacy applications with containers, microservices

  To break down monolithic apps and modernize them for cloud deployment, enterprise development teams continue to turn to containers and microservices.Continue Reading