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AWS CodeCommit triggers bolster use of Git

AWS CodeCommit allows admins to manage Git repositories. AWS recently added support for triggers, giving IT teams the ability to respond to events and accelerate app deployments.

By Chris Moyer • April 5, 2016

How do AWS configuration management tools work?

When running AWS in our enterprise, it has been a challenge to keep tabs on active resources. Which native tools define and maintain configuration scripts?

By Dan Sullivan • March 30, 2016

Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (Amazon VPC)

Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (Amazon VPC) allows a developer to create a virtual network for resources in an isolated section of the Amazon Web Services cloud.

By David Carty • March 30, 2016

Prepare for your next cloud security manager interview

When interviewing for a cloud security manager position, candidates should be ready to talk about everything, from encryption technology to DevOps.

By Stephen Bigelow • March 22, 2016

Set up and stream CloudFront video and audio

Netflix and Samsung are two of several companies relying on AWS' streaming video platform, Amazon CloudFront. Here's a step-by-step on how to set up the streaming service.

By Ofir Nachmani • March 18, 2016

Architectural firm explains move to cloud-based data storage

Growing through staff adds and acquisition forced a global architectural design firm to examine where and how it stores data files. The answer lay in cloud-based data storage.

By Joel Shore • March 17, 2016

What cloud security controls are best for due diligence?

With increasing use of cloud sending more enterprise data outside of the organization's control, due diligence is crucial. Expert Dan Sullivan offers advice on how to get it right.

By Dan Sullivan • March 16, 2016

How does AWS fit into the application testing process?

Our on-premises environment makes QA difficult, as our resources are limited. How can a public cloud provider like AWS enable a more effective process to test applications?

By Stephen Bigelow • March 10, 2016

SQL Server Azure IaaS vs. SQL Azure Database PaaS

Learn the differences between SQL Server Azure IaaS and SQL Azure Database PaaS to figure out which would best support your enterprise.

By Michael Otey • March 7, 2016

When should we run Oracle on EC2 vs. RDS?

There are different approaches to running Oracle Database on AWS. What are the strengths and limitations of using Amazon RDS and EC2 for Oracle Database?

By Stephen Bigelow • Feb. 29, 2016

Six questions cloud app developers should nail in an interview

To wow potential employers, cloud app developers should prove in an interview that they're more than just code jockeys.

By Stephen Bigelow • Feb. 29, 2016

What licenses do we need to run Oracle Database on AWS?

Working in AWS has made it difficult for our enterprise to keep track of software license limitations. What restrictions should we watch for when running Oracle on AWS?

By Stephen Bigelow • Feb. 25, 2016

Containers vs. VMs: Which should you use for cloud?

Before going all in with containers, it's critical to understand how the technology differs from VMs in terms of private, public and hybrid cloud deployment.

By Tom Nolle • Feb. 9, 2016

Analytics as a service offers hindsight, insight and foresight

As cloud-based analytics as a service explodes in popularity, decision makers can scrutinize the past for trends and contemplate predictions for the future.

By Joel Shore • Feb. 8, 2016

Cloud Cruiser

Cloud Cruiser is a vendor that offers cost-analtyics software for hybrid cloud and multi-cloud computing environments. The software helps customers monitor and control how much money they are spending on cloud deployments across heterogeneous IT environments.

By Kathleen Casey • Jan. 29, 2016

Managing containers requires right mix of tools, IT skills

Choosing the right tool is only the first step when building a container management strategy.

By David Linthicum • Jan. 25, 2016

How can I troubleshoot AWS connectivity problems?

Our business is having trouble connecting to our AWS resources. We're not sure if this is an availability or connectivity issue. How can we determine the problem?

By Stephen Bigelow • Jan. 20, 2016

Dive into AWS Lambda example code for S3 alerts

The functionality of AWS Lambda continues to grow as developers customize the service. Learn how to configure the service to send text messages for S3 changes.

By Brian Tarbox • Jan. 11, 2016

When should I use Azure VM Scale Sets?

Microsoft Azure VM Scale Sets help cloud admins manage a collection of VMs as a single unit. But what workloads are they best suited for?

By Dan Sullivan • Jan. 7, 2016

Making an AWS Lambda function and microservices work together

Our developers want to switch to microservices to improve scalability and ease upgrades to our AWS-based applications. How does AWS Lambda support this type of architecture?

By Stephen Bigelow • Dec. 17, 2015

How to plan for the cost of cloud computing

Choosing a multicloud solution can save up to 74%, if you review the cost of cloud computing first.

By Joel Shore • Dec. 14, 2015

Amazon Route 53 adds Traffic Flow, beats most prices

AWS shops are excited to see Amazon Route 53 add Traffic Flow, though there are also third-party products on the market that offer similar features.

By Beth Pariseau • Dec. 10, 2015

Cloud spending doesn’t need to be a guessing game

Shadow IT and tough-to-navigate cloud computing bills make it difficult for organizations to get an accurate picture of cloud costs.

By Paul Korzeniowski • Dec. 7, 2015

Amazon Machine Learning

Amazon Machine Learning is an Amazon Web Services product that allows a developer to discover patterns in end-user data through algorithms, construct mathematical models based on these patterns and then create and implement predictive applications.

By David Carty • Nov. 30, 2015

What’s the best way to secure Amazon S3 buckets?

Our enterprise stores different types of data, including video and graphics, in Amazon S3. What options are available to secure Amazon S3 buckets and encrypt our data?

By Dan Sullivan • Nov. 16, 2015