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
18 Apr 2025
Agile vs. Waterfall: What's the difference?
Is change good or bad? The manner in which you embrace change might influence whether you prefer Waterfall or Agile methodologies. Here we compare the two approaches. Continue Reading
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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