Java DevOps

Organizations working on the Java EE stack are trying harder than ever to make Java DevOps a reality. By bringing together development and operations teams, Agile software development is streamlined, test automation becomes easier to achieve and the implementation of continuous integration (CI) and continuous delivery (CD) streams can become a reality when Java DevOps is done right.

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Tip 19 Jan 2023
Who should be the product owner in Scrum?

Who should be the Scrum product owner and how does an organization choose the right person for that job? It's not an easy decision, but it's a critical one for all Scrum projects. Continue Reading
Tip 09 Dec 2022
Scrum vs. Kanban: What's the difference?

When you compare Scrum vs. Kanban, you realize there are as many similarities as there are differences. Here we help you choose between these two Agile frameworks. Continue Reading

Feature 28 Sep 2017

JavaEE 8 and Java 9 trending large at JavaOne 2017

What are the big trends in the Java world today? Just look at the JavaOne 2017 schedule and you'll see it goes way beyond just JavaEE 8 and the new Java 9 release. Continue Reading
Blog Post 26 Sep 2017

A bug fix always beats a round of risk assessments

When static code analysis tools identify a bug in the production code, there are two approaches organizations can take. The sensible one is to put a software developer or two on the problem and ... Continue Reading
News 22 Sep 2017

CloudBees, partners add Jenkins services, security

CloudBees, the steward of the Jenkins DevOps platform, has teamed up with partners to provide managed Jenkins services, as well as new security features and database support. Continue Reading
Podcast 07 Sep 2017

Microservices and containers can simplify DevOps security

You would think that managing a sea of containers and microservices would make DevOps security difficult, but it may, in fact, make DevSecOps easier. Continue Reading
Feature 21 Aug 2017

Avoiding the most common DevOps security vulnerabilities in the cloud

When applying DevOps principles, like continuous automation and continuous delivery, many organizations are creating DevOps security vulnerabilities in their public cloud. Continue Reading
Podcast 21 Aug 2017

DevSecOps tools maturing, much to the relief of DevOps developers

DevOps has placed a greater burden on the software developer in terms of securing the public cloud. DevSecOps tools are helping to reduce the DevOps developer's burden. Continue Reading
Feature 10 Aug 2017

Effective DevOps change management for versioning cloud apps

There are many ways to go about versioning your cloud applications, but new approaches may need to be implemented when performing DevOps change management. Continue Reading
Blog Post 20 Jul 2017

How women in IT influence today's workforce and tomorrow's technology

What would the tech world look like without leaders, visionaries, and entrepreneurs like Satya Nadella, John Ive, or Elon Musk? What about the contributions of the other seven men who complete the ... Continue Reading
Feature 17 Jul 2017

Improved application performance management tools help simplify DevOps

As more organization take a DevOps based approach to continuous delivery, many are finding that new application performance management tools are aiding their DevOps transitions. Continue Reading
Blog Post 11 Jul 2017

DevOps development is a software developer's burden

The committed use of a continuous delivery pipeline inevitably puts a far greater onus on the software developer than systems that used more traditional methods of moving code into product. A ... Continue Reading
Feature 10 Jul 2017

Effective approaches to mentoring women in tech

Mentoring women and men alike is a great way to enhance the talent of existing employees. Here are some ideas on how to make mentorship efforts effective for everyone, with an emphasis on inclusion for all. Continue Reading
Feature 05 Jul 2017

Java DevOps provides Agile path to continuous delivery success

While there are many competing software development languages, Java DevOps has continued to prove itself as a means for successfully implementing continuous delivery systems. Continue Reading
Feature 05 Jul 2017

Cloud native adoption means getting the DevOps tooling right

There are so many DevOps tooling options in the world of cloud native computing that many companies looking at a microservices and container based architecture are being overwhelmed by the options. Continue Reading
Feature 22 Jun 2017

How microservices patterns made Uber's architecture perform better

How did Uber manage to deal with the inevitable Halloween rush? Applying microservices patterns to their architecture played a big part. Continue Reading
Feature 20 Jun 2017

Effective DevOps hinges on automating a continuous delivery pipeline

Many organizations struggle with bringing development and operations together, only to realize that effective DevOps means successfully automating a continuous delivery pipeline. Continue Reading
Blog Post 15 Jun 2017

A practical guide to understanding Java DevOps and continuous delivery with Eberhard Wolff

A few weeks ago TheServerSide published a story about the discussion TSS editor Cameron McKenzie (@cameronmcnz) had with Eberhard Wolff (@ewolff) about not only his latest book, but also the ... Continue Reading
Blog Post 07 Jun 2017

Top seven ways to ruin an Agile or Scrum project

Why does Agile sometimes fail? Here are seven things to avoid in your Agile projects. Continue Reading
Feature 02 Jun 2017

How evolutionary architecture simplified hypothesis driven development

Learn how a new approach to evolving technical architectures promises to make it easier to test out hypothesis about business improvement, application performance, and user experience. Continue Reading
Blog Post 24 May 2017

The relationship between Java DevOps, CI, CD and cloud-native computing

We recently published an interview in which Ken Owens, Cisco Systems' chief technology officer of Cloud Platforms, provided a very concise and definition of cloud-native computing that pulled ... Continue Reading
Podcast 17 May 2017

Continuous delivery book asserts automation is key to effective DevOps

While interviewing Eberhard Wolff about his practical continuous delivery book, it's clear that effective DevOps adoption means full test coverage and pipeline automation. Continue Reading
Feature 14 May 2017

Improving DevOps automation with continuous delivery chain acceleration

DevOps teams must do more than just DevOps automation. To improve DevOps, continuous delivery chain acceleration is essential. Continue Reading
Feature 11 May 2017

Effective DevOps pipelines require a continuous delivery tool chain

The key to an effective DevOps implementation is understanding your tools, and implementing an effective continuous delivery tool chain. Continue Reading
Podcast 09 May 2017

Connecting the 'DevOps, Agile and Java cloud native applications' dots

A concise definition of both DevOps and cloud native computing is elusive, but Cisco's Ken Owens presents a unified theory that pulls together the Java cloud, Agile, microservices and containers. Continue Reading
Blog Post 08 May 2017

The 12-Factor App is cloud-native development for dummies

Yegor Bugayenko wrote an amusing blog the other day entitled "SOLID is OOP for Dummies." Well, if SOLID is OOP for dummies, I wonder if he'd agree with my assertion that the 12-factor app mantra is ... Continue Reading
Feature 04 May 2017

DevOps performance teams using AIOps for app performance insights

Find out how enterprise organizations are beginning to leverage algorithmic IT operations to mine performance logs and improve application performance. Continue Reading
News 19 Apr 2017

Oracle Code conference a worthwhile investment for full-stack developers

Oracle Code is a software conference that both promotes Oracle's cloud computing message, while providing useful knowledge to full-stack developers. Continue Reading
Blog Post 14 Apr 2017

How Disney organized for an Agile DevOps transition

Conversations about architecting the enterprise for agility often start with a consideration of new technologies. However, this only works when enterprises processes and policies that support them ... Continue Reading
Blog Post 13 Apr 2017

Architecting cloud systems and the human side of DevOps deployment

Find out now Netflix and other leading organizations attract and empower the top talent required for building out leading enterprise architectures.. Continue Reading
Opinion 11 Apr 2017

Is fear-mongering driving the adoption of microservices and containers?

Nobody questions the importance of microservices and containers, but is unfettered advocacy becoming problematic? Continue Reading
Blog Post 27 Mar 2017

Agile and DevOps aren't two magical unicorns of software development

There’s a listicle over at the TechRepublic entitled Top 10 challenges to DevOps implementation (linked below). So what are the challenges? They list off the standard things such as culture and ... Continue Reading
Podcast 22 Mar 2017

Declarative Jenkins pipeline the latest new feature in DevOps tooling

Looking to get more out of your DevOps tooling? The declarative Jenkins pipeline helps take continuous integration and continuous delivery to new heights. Continue Reading
Feature 10 Mar 2017

Why scaling Agile development calls for DevOps toolchain integration

Learn how Tasktop is battling the cost of scaling Agile development and the DevOps toolchain by integrating top tools. Continue Reading
Blog Post 20 Jan 2017

In the world of DevOps, maneuverability is more important than speed

Find out how Claude Remillard approached creating a new team at Microsoft for experimenting with new app releases. Continue Reading
Tip 13 Jan 2017

Is JSON and XML your REST performance bottleneck?

Learn how ASCII encoding formats like JSON and REST can adversely impact server application performance compared with emerging binary formats. Continue Reading
Feature 11 Jan 2017

Making multi-cloud deployment a reality at Netflix with Spinnaker

Learn how Netflix leveraged automation and Spinnaker to perform 4,000 multi-cloud deployments per day. Continue Reading
Feature 06 Jan 2017

The benefits of Java microservices in a Docker and DevOps world

To seasoned developers, microservices may sound like SOA by another name. But Java microservices apps delivered via Docker through DevOps techniques actually provide much more agility and scalability than SOA applications Continue Reading
Feature 29 Dec 2016

Cultivating a developer-friendly culture with Agile and Lean processes

Find out how one developer at Target convinced the suits to make the place fun and meaningful for developers by using an Agile and Lean process. Continue Reading
Feature 29 Dec 2016

Successful DevOps transitions are literally taking off

With 1,400 systems to integrate, American Airlines had their work cut out for them when they decided to embark upon a DevOps transition. Continue Reading
Blog Post 27 Dec 2016

Four Agile and DevOps best practices to adopt 2017

From cloud development to Agile tooling, here are four DevOps best practices for you to embrace in 2017. Continue Reading
Feature 22 Dec 2016

Collaboration and community the key to DevOps success in 2017

What is the best way to ensure DevOps success in 2017? Most experts agree that community and collaboration play a key part. Continue Reading
Feature 19 Dec 2016

Is development time theft stealing DevOps productivity?

Is your project suffering from deveopmenht time theft, and is that time theft hurting productivity? Here we take a look at the most common ways time theft hurts DevOps productivity. Continue Reading
Blog Post 15 Dec 2016

Yes, Agile DevOps initiatives sometimes fail

There is a great deal of confirmation bias in the world of DevOps, but the fact is, DevOps initiatives sometimes fail. Here we explore why. Continue Reading
Feature 09 Dec 2016

Marrying DevOps and SaaS for a long lasting relationship that works

Learn how CSG eased the friction between development and operations by combining DevOps with SaaS to aid their DevOps adoption. Continue Reading
Feature 02 Dec 2016

How to turn your DevOps failures into ALM successes

Doing the right thing doesn't always mean you're doing things right. But don't fret, because short-term DevOps failures can mean long term ALM success. Continue Reading
Blog Post 02 Dec 2016

DevOps tooling only a small part of the enterprise security puzzle

A big part of operations is security, and while many tools exist to help with threat coverage, DevOps tooling is only a small part of the threat avoidance puzzle. Continue Reading
Feature 01 Dec 2016

From chatbots to IBM's Watson: How software deals with conversational language

The next big thing in software development is conquering the conversational language development hurdle. Here's how the big players are currently doing it. Continue Reading
Feature 01 Dec 2016

Getting through the three toughest stages of a DevOps transition

Looking to gain increased productivity and software quality by embracing DevOps? Here are the DevOps transitions your company will inevitably go through. Continue Reading
News 10 Nov 2016

How Target improved software delivery by adopting DevOps processes

At the 2016 DevOps Enterprise Summit, Target's Heather Mickman describes the many ways the adoption of DevOps processes improved software delivery. Continue Reading
Blog Post 07 Nov 2016

QCon and DOES16 in full swing in San Francisco this week

Two very popular conferences are taking place this week in San Francisco, and we'll be bringing you the highlights from QCon and DevOps summit. Continue Reading
Podcast 03 Nov 2016

Why you should choose the Go language for microservices development

How can teams simplify microservices development, especially when scaling microservices is the key? Many are turning to the Go programming language and Go kit for answers. Continue Reading
Podcast 03 Nov 2016

Bridging the gap between well-designed APIs and DevOps best practices

Automation is the key to running error-free operations, which means well-designed APIs that give access to tasks are among the most important DevOps best practices. Continue Reading
Blog Post 16 Oct 2016

IBM promotes microservice architectures as key way to "Make Java Great Again"

Being heavily vested in Java technology, it's always interesting to see what Big Blue is doing to move the Java platform forward. Continue Reading
Answer 06 Oct 2016

When do Agile and DevOps methods conflict?

Expert Chris Ward explains why using Agile and DevOps together may seem ideal, but conflict arises when in practice. Continue Reading
Blog Post 20 Sep 2016

JavaOne 2016: What's driving digital transformation?

Why is customers' rapid adoption of mobile devices and social media is spurring an increase in businesses' digital transformation. Continue Reading
Blog Post 20 Sep 2016

From Jenkins World to JavaOne, Docker and container technology pervades

What's hot in the world of Java development? Hands down, it's container technology, as evidenced by the attention it has garnered at both JavaOne and Jenkins World. Continue Reading
News 16 Sep 2016

Easing Jenkins and Docker integration pains at Jenkins World 2016

Many organizations are struggling with Jenkins and Docker integration, but CloudBees CEO Sacha Labourey says guidance can be found at Jenkins World 2016. Continue Reading
Blog Post 15 Sep 2016

Mobile pushes CI innovation with Jenkins and Gradle tools

Sometimes it's a disrputive technology that changes tools and technologies for the better. Continue Reading
Blog Post 15 Sep 2016

Jenkins, DevOps, Microservices and Containers: Preparing developers for tomorrow's technologies

In an era when technology is changing at lightning speed, it’s hard for mere mortals to keep up. This is as true for software developers as for anyone else. Continue Reading
News 14 Sep 2016

DevOps adoption holds benefits for large and small organizations alike

It's easy for small organizations to embrace DevOps adoption. At Jenkins World 2016, larger organizations are talking about how to achieve success. Continue Reading
News 14 Sep 2016

Jenkins World 2016: Why Pipeline is so popular

While there is plenty to discuss at Jenkins World 2016, the Jenkins Pipeline plug-in is clearly the topic getting the most attention. Continue Reading
Feature 12 Sep 2016

How a DevOps process can drive better end user experiences

While many organizations adopt a DevOps process to improve deployment and integration, the benefits extend right through to the user experience. Continue Reading
Feature 31 Aug 2016

Automating development and deployment with Chef and Puppet

Looking for ways to simplify development and deployment? Here we explore the approach the tools Chef and Puppet take to addressing these challenges. Continue Reading
Blog Post 19 Aug 2016

New DevOps tooling and expanding DevOps definition causing blurred lines in IT

As DevOps matures, with the help of CI and CD tools, roles and responsibilities continue to shift. For developers, this evolution into DevOps culture provides an opportunity to gain perspective. Continue Reading
Podcast 26 Jul 2016

What's new in the Jenkins 2.0 continuous integration tool release?

Jenkins 2.0 is the latest, full increment release of the world's most downloaded continuous integration tool. Here we look at what's new and why you should upgrade. Continue Reading
Feature 14 Jul 2016

Deciding between full stack developers or Ops engineers

The software development landscape is changing, and developers are being forced to ask themselves to choose between a career as an Ops professional or a full stack developer. Continue Reading
Blog Post 24 May 2016

The DevOps train has arrived and Agile developers must hop on

DevOps have been an exciting shift in the technological landscape and if you haven't already jumped on the bandwagon, perhaps it's time your organization does. Continue Reading
Feature 30 Mar 2016

Continuous integration the key to Agile and DevOps transformations

What is the key to getting both Agile and DevOps transformations right? It would appear that successfully implementing a system of continuous integration is key. Continue Reading
Tip 28 Dec 2015

Continuous DevOps documentation: It's a necessity

Too often, documentation takes a back seat when organizations struggle with new methodologies and development approaches, but there is a need for documentation in a DevOps world. Continue Reading
News 01 Dec 2015

How to setup a local Maven repository server for artifact hosting

This article looks at how to setup a local Maven repository, along with the functionality a local Maven repository server should provide. Criteria for choosing a private, local Maven repository are listed, along with Maven tutorials on how to setup Artifactory and Nexus. Continue Reading