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Red Hat 3scale 2.2 aligns API management, open source drive

Red Hat recently previewed features for its on-premises API management product, 3scale 2.2, as well as a management initiative that fosters automation.

By Jan Stafford • May 15, 2018

Improve the rapid application development model for deployment readiness

Get a better understanding of the top three areas in IT to improve a rapid application development model. Expert Tom Nolle discusses the future of RAD and DevOps.

By Tom Nolle • May 15, 2018

10 important automated testing best practices to implement

QA and test pros give advice on how to craft software test automation strategies that can speed app deployment. They also share their criteria for choosing automated test tools.

By Jan Stafford • May 15, 2018

How to create CI builds with the Jenkins freestyle project

In this video tutorial, we explore how build jobs work in the Jenkins continuous integration tool. Watch as we create a simple freestyle Jenkins project and then run the corresponding job.

By Cameron McKenzie • May 14, 2018

How a SaaS provider made microservices deployment safely chaotic

Remind was blindsided by performance issues with its microservices-based SaaS, until the company decided to sabotage its own product -- at scheduled times, in staging -- with a different kind of test.

By Meredith Courtemanche • May 11, 2018

Salary snapshot: Test automation engineer salaries in four cities

It seems nearly any job related to DevOps carries a higher salary, and test automation is no exception. Here's our salary snapshot of test automation engineers in four U.S. cities.

By Valerie Silverthorne • May 10, 2018

What’s the big deal with application integration architecture?

Learn how enterprise architecture, componentization, evolving development processes and the cloud have changed application integration architecture in today's modern enterprise.

By Tom Nolle • May 8, 2018

Why new feature testing should be at the heart of DevOps

Continuous testing is a good idea, but if used as a Band-Aid, it will miss things. Expert Matt Heusser explains why the focus should be on new feature testing.

By Matt Heusser • May 8, 2018

How can I attend software testing conferences?

You want to attend a software testing conference, but your employer said it's too expensive. Here are some ways to improve your chances to attend.

By Gerie Owen • May 7, 2018

Modernizing legacy applications with minimal strain

Many different challenges can occur as a result of modernizing legacy applications. Luckily, there are a multitude of options at your disposal to overcome these obstacles.

By Twain Taylor • May 3, 2018

What do you know about continuous software development?

What's the difference between continuous development and deployment? Take the quiz to see if you can distinguish among all the continuous software processes.

By Ryan Black • May 1, 2018

Front-end microservices offer flexibility for developers

Looking to create a stronger and more transparent relationship between front-end and back-end components? Learn how microservices can help make that dream a reality.

By Michael Churchman • May 1, 2018

It’s past time to revisit Agile’s definition of ‘done’

The definition of 'done' only covers what happens on the dev side. So, it's not very useful in a DevOps shop. Expert Theresa Neate explains what needs to change.

By Theresa Neate • May 1, 2018

The fundamental differences between microservices and SOA

Microservices are all the rage, but those still used to SOA may feel a little left behind. Discover what SOA developers need to know about microservices and how to make the switch.

By Tom Nolle • April 30, 2018

Tufin Orca automates security for containers and microservices

Tufin's policy-based security automation tool fortifies DevOps environments, as it integrates with CI/CD tools, scans for threats, and secures containers and microservices.

By Darryl Taft • April 27, 2018

Automated security testing frees devs to prevent breaches

Common software security mistakes include testing at the last minute and not testing open source code and VMs. Expert Matt Heusser suggests ways to avoid these and other missteps.

By Matt Heusser • April 26, 2018

Why software resilience should be the real goal of DevOps

To improve your software development process, use DevOps to create a resilient system. Expert Matthew Heusser explains why reliability is no longer the goal.

By Matt Heusser • April 25, 2018

8base targets blockchain for no-code app development

The popularity of blockchain and demand for blockchain applications has spurred the creation of a no-code application development platform for building blockchain apps.

By Darryl Taft • April 20, 2018

DevOps is key to low-code BPM, digital process automation

Low-code BPM and emerging digital process automation tools empower business-side app development. But without BPM developers and DevOps management, automation can lead to chaos.

By Jan Stafford • April 19, 2018

Which software engineer skills matter? All of them

The ongoing developer shortage means employers face unique challenges when it comes to hiring. LinkedIn's Sarah O'Brien offers insight into how developers behave and what they're really looking for.

By Valerie Silverthorne • April 19, 2018

Java video tutorial: JDK download and JRE installation

This quick and concise Java video tutorial shows you how to perform a JDK download and JRE installation, while also explaining how to configure PATH and JAVA_HOME system variables.

By Cameron McKenzie • April 19, 2018

AI in software testing has arrived. Here’s why robots rule.

AI promises to make software testing faster and much more accurate. New tools are available, but it will take time for artificial intelligence to become ubiquitous in testing.

By Valerie Silverthorne • April 19, 2018

How proper networking supports microservices security

Security shouldn't be an afterthought when it comes to microservices. Learn about the challenges of microservices security and how strong network management can help.

By Tom Nolle • April 18, 2018

Failure to secure open source code spurs DevSecOps boom

A survey of over 2,000 IT pros shows that fear of data breaches is increasing investments in DevSecOps tools, particularly automated security tools and oversight of open source software.

By Jan Stafford • April 18, 2018

How a DevSecOps process gives security a voice

Security teams have worked quietly in the background of software quality projects for years. The DevSecOps process puts the long-lost co-worker, security, front and center.

By Jennifer Lent • April 16, 2018