Beyond the Weekend Build: Avoiding Shadow IT in the Age of “Vibe Coding”
Citizen development is here to stay. Keep the speed and add safety with guardrails, graduation paths, and clear ownership—so prototypes don’t turn into liabilities.
Author: BMK
Makers at the Edge: How Citizen Developers Are Rewriting Software’s Playbook
AI and no/low-code have shortened the distance from idea to software. How domain experts are shipping real products—fast—and how leaders can harness the momentum.
AAO™: Actionable Agent Optimization — A New Approach to the Agentic Internet
From frustration to frictionless: why this matters to me Let me take you back. Remember clunky web directories, clicking through Yahoo! listings, or waiting for someone to email the correct … Continue reading AAO™: Actionable Agent Optimization — A New Approach to the Agentic Internet
Aligning for Success: The Three Pillars of Career Growth
Introduction: The Power of Alignment The idea for this blog post emerged during a heartfelt conversation with a good friend and well-wisher. As we reflected on our long careers, we … Continue reading Aligning for Success: The Three Pillars of Career Growth
The Journey of Cultivating and Fostering Global Tech Communities: Lessons Learned over Ten Years
Establishing and nurturing a community in the evolving global tech communities like DevOps, Cloud Native, and Value Stream presents diverse challenges. Reflecting on my decade-long experience, I have distilled valuable … Continue reading The Journey of Cultivating and Fostering Global Tech Communities: Lessons Learned over Ten Years
appCD: Revolutionizing Infrastructure Management for Developers
In the rapidly evolving world of technology, staying ahead means constantly seeking more efficient, intuitive solutions. This is where appCD shines, introducing a paradigm shift in how we think about … Continue reading appCD: Revolutionizing Infrastructure Management for Developers
Reflecting on Transformative Years as a CNCF KubeCon and CloudNativeCon Programming Committee Member
In the ever-evolving landscape of cloud-native technologies, the journey through innovation, community building, and knowledge sharing is a continuous loop of learning and growth. Over the last few years, as … Continue reading Reflecting on Transformative Years as a CNCF KubeCon and CloudNativeCon Programming Committee Member
Book Review: Distributed Technology Operating Models: Navigating the Cloud and Edge Landscape
In the rapidly evolving distributed businesses& technologies landscape, understanding the intricacies of cloud and edge computing is paramount. I got a complimentary copy of the book “Technology Operating Models for … Continue reading Book Review: Distributed Technology Operating Models: Navigating the Cloud and Edge Landscape
A Paradox in Enterprise Digital Transformation: Sprinting Ahead or Weighed Down?
Navigating the digital transformation landscape in today’s enterprise presents a paradox. In software development and delivery, teams are encouraged to embody the agile ethos of ‘faster and leaner.’ Driven by … Continue reading A Paradox in Enterprise Digital Transformation: Sprinting Ahead or Weighed Down?
The Brutal Truth: Developer Experience Challenges in Non-Tech Enterprises
As technology transforms industries, non-tech enterprises( Banks, Retail, Government etc.) increasingly rely on software development to drive growth and innovation. However, providing a positive developer experience can be a significant … Continue reading The Brutal Truth: Developer Experience Challenges in Non-Tech Enterprises
Bringing Auditors to the DevOps Party: How GRC Integration Can Benefit Software Development?
Are you struggling to strike a balance between speed and security in your software development process? DevOps and DevSecOps have become essential methodologies for fast and efficient software development, but they often lack the oversight necessary for compliance and risk management. That’s where Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) comes in.
How Your CI/CD Pipeline Reflects Your Organizational Culture – Part 2
Organizational Design – Teams, Interactions & Flow The number of stage gates & manual approvals reflects the silos & broken organization. Long broken pipelines reflect skill, capability, and commitment to … Continue reading How Your CI/CD Pipeline Reflects Your Organizational Culture – Part 2
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