In this episode of Cloud Native Chronicles, Johan and Sander dive into the concept of 'Platform as a Product', exploring its significance from a developer's perspective. They discuss the importance of user feedback, the role of product owners, and the challenges of adopting new technologies. The conversation also touches on the balance between commercial and open-source solutions, the necessity of self-service capabilities, and the importance of effective communication and marketing to ensure platform adoption. Key takeaways emphasize starting small, evolving the platform, and treating it as a product that serves the needs of developers.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Platform as a Product01:14 Understanding the Developer's Perspective03:30 The Role of Product Owners in Platform Teams05:02 Exploring Different Technology Stacks08:10 Replicating Cloud Experiences On-Premises10:02 Adoption and User Feedback for Platforms12:51 Building Self-Service Capabilities16:08 Choosing Between Commercial and Open Source Solutions19:51 The Importance of Communication and Education25:21 Key Takeaways and Conclusion
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Navigating the Golden Path in Software Development
In this episode of Cloud Native Chronicles, Johan and Sander discuss the concept of the 'Golden Path' in software development, emphasizing the importance of standardization and developer experience. They explore how a well-defined Golden Path can streamline deployment processes, reduce the burden on product teams, and foster innovation while avoiding shadow IT. The conversation highlights the need for balance between providing structure and allowing flexibility for teams to adapt to their unique requirements. The episode concludes with key takeaways on the evolving nature of the Golden Path and its role in enhancing productivity within organizations.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Cloud Native Chronicles03:04 Understanding the Golden Path06:01 The Role of Standardization in Software Development08:51 The Golden Path as a Product12:00 Balancing Freedom and Structure in Development15:05 The Importance of Developer Experience18:04 Avoiding Shadow IT with the Golden Path20:50 Defining the Golden Path: Who's Responsible?23:53 Conclusion and Key Takeaways
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KubeCon 2025 - Sidero Labs
In this first KubeCon Special of Cloud Native Chronicles, Johan van Amersfoort engages in a conversation with Justin Garrison from Sidero Labs, discussing the innovative solutions Talos Linux and Omni. They explore the unique features of Talos as a Kubernetes-only Linux distribution, its maintenance advantages, and the small footprint it offers. The discussion also covers Omni's role in centralized management for Talos nodes and the importance of open-source contributions in the cloud-native ecosystem. Justin shares insights on the future of infrastructure and the podcasting landscape.
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The 10-Minute Build: Efficiency in Cloud Native Development
In this episode of Cloud Native Chronicles, hosts Johan and Sander discuss the concept of the 10-minute build, emphasizing its importance in maintaining developer focus and efficiency. They explore the technical and cultural aspects of build processes, the significance of team dynamics, and the necessity of standardizing builds across different teams. The conversation also touches on the balance between speed and reliability in software deployment, advocating for a culture of confidence in shipping software quickly while minimizing risks.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Cloud Native Chronicles01:26 Understanding the 10-Minute Build Concept06:08 Team Dynamics and Build Efficiency11:01 Standardizing Build Processes Across Teams14:33 The Importance of Fast Builds19:54 Moving Fast Without Breaking Things23:00 Key Takeaways and Conclusion
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The Product Mindset: A New Approach to Development
In this episode of Cloud Native Chronicles, hosts Johan and Sander explore the concept of a product mindset in software development. They discuss the differences between building software and creating a product, emphasizing the importance of understanding stakeholder needs and engaging with them throughout the development process. The conversation highlights the significance of early feedback, iterative planning, and team collaboration, using Tesla as a case study to illustrate successful product development strategies. The episode concludes with key takeaways on starting small and fostering a cultural shift towards agile methodologies.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Product Mindset03:06 Understanding Product vs. Software06:14 The Importance of Stakeholder Engagement09:13 Learning from Tesla: A Case Study12:01 The Role of Early Feedback15:01 Planning and Iteration in Product Development18:02 Team Collaboration and Communication20:45 Transitioning to an Agile Mindset23:12 Key Takeaways and Conclusion
This podcast covers basically everything cloud native. Not just the tech, but also people aspect, the organizational aspect, product, and a bit of marketing of the product.
In every episode, the hosts will cover a theme, and will bring in multiple bold statements linked to the theme which they will debunk.
Episodes are somewhere between 20 and 30 minutes, so they can be easily digested during lunch, your commute to work or home, in the gym, or after your weekly stand up :)
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