Cloud Native

Cloud Native

Using Containers, Functions, and Data to Build Next-Generation Applications

by Peter Jausovec, Boris Scholl, Trent Swanson

232 pages· 2019· ISBN 9781492053798

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Developers often struggle when first encountering the cloud. Learning about distributed systems, becoming familiar with technologies such as containers and functions, and knowing how to put everything together can be daunting. With this practical guide, you’ll get up to speed on patterns for building cloud native applications and best practices for common tasks such as messaging, eventing, and DevOps. Authors Boris Scholl, Trent Swanson, and Peter Jausovec describe the architectural building blocks for a modern cloud native application. You’ll learn how to use microservices, containers, serverless computing, storage types, portability, and functions. You’ll also explore the fundamentals of cloud native applications, including how to design, develop, and operate them. Explore the technologies you need to design a cloud native application Distinguish between containers and functions, and learn when to use them Architect applications for data-related requirements Learn DevOps fundamentals and practices for developing, testing, and operating your applications Use tips, techniques, and best practices for building and managing cloud native applications Understand the costs and trade-offs necessary to make an application portable

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    How did your initial understanding of "cloud native" change after reading this book compared to your prior experience with traditional software architecture?

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    The authors discuss the steep learning curve of moving from monolithic systems to distributed systems; what was the most daunting architectural shift for you personally, and how does the book help demystify it?

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    Consider the trade-offs between containers and serverless functions discussed in the text—how do you weigh operational complexity against cost and portability in your own projects?

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