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Telepresence

Unlocking the Power of Telepresence’s Intercept Specification

Personal intercepts, multiple connections, multiple ports, and more! TLDR: The Telepresence Intercept Specification now allows for multiple connection definitions that specify which one to use for each intercepted workload. Multiple namespaces can be intercepted simultaneously, and/or colliding ports on localhost can be routed using separate networks. Many users are now familiar with Telepresence, the Kubernetes development and debugging tool that ‘puts your local workstation into the cluster’ so you can work faster, more efficiently, and with more predictable results. But, in our experience, not every dev uses Telepresence to its full capacity. With some powerful untapped capabilities, Telepresence goes far beyond mere connectivity to your cluster and lets you fully interact with your deployed services using Telepresence intercepts and your personalized go-to Intercept Specification.

January 26, 2024 | 7 min read

Telepresence

A Deep Dive in Kubernetes Metrics

In the rapidly evolving landscape of cloud computing, Kubernetes has emerged as a pivotal force in container orchestration, revolutionizing how applications are deployed, scaled, and managed. As Kubernetes environments grow in complexity, the challenges in efficiently managing resources, ensuring optimal performance, and maintaining system health become more challenging. This article will look at the various Kubernetes metrics, their significance, and their use cases to optimize resource usage, identify problems, and implement auto-scaling techniques. Understanding these metrics is key to unlocking the full potential of your Kubernetes deployments. What are the Benefits of Kubernetes Monitoring?

January 23, 2024 | 12 min read

API Development

The Evolution of DevOps & AI: Why "You Build It, You Run It" is a Lie

On the latest Livin' On the Edge podcast episode, I interviewed the CEO of Robusta, Natan Yellin, about the evolution of DevOps, throwing AI into the mix, and debunking the DevOps statement of "You Build it, You Run it." The 'You Build It, You Run It' Dilemma

January 18, 2024 | 5 min read
securing rest api

Kubernetes API Gateway

REST API Security Comprehensive Guide

API development has skyrocketed in recent years, propelled by digital transformation and the critical role APIs play in both mobile apps and IoT. Because of this expansion, API security has become a primary priority. In this article, we will learn about REST APIs, their security, and why they are important. We will also cover how to protect your REST API and common API threats. What is a REST API?

January 16, 2024 | 11 min read

API Development

The Secrets of API Design and Development with API Intersection’s Jason Harmon

On the latest Livin' On the Edge podcast episode, I interviewed Stoplight CTO and host of the API Intersection podcast, Jason Harmon. With over two decades in the industry as a leader in the API design space, Jason brought many valuable insights to the table on the importance of intentional platform design, the need to slow down for sustainable growth, and the role of APIs in driving innovation. Tune in or catch the main takeaways below.

January 9, 2024 | 5 min read

Kubernetes

Advanced Kubernetes Health Checking with Edge Stack

Active monitoring to make sure your services are healthy and prevent your users from seeing errors Edge Stack is a powerful Kubernetes-native API Gateway powered by Envoy Proxy that focuses on providing an ingress solution that is easy to use while still providing robust configuration. One of the many areas where Edge Stack can help eliminate friction for you and your users is through its advanced health-checking configuration options.

January 9, 2024 | 9 min read
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