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Insights on Kubernetes, platform engineering, DevOps tooling, and how teams are using Skyhook to move faster.

The Power of Gen AI in DevOps: Skyhook Agent in Action
December 20255 min read
EngineeringSkyhook Team

The Power of Gen AI in DevOps: Skyhook Agent in Action

In the fast-paced world of DevOps, intelligent solutions that manage and troubleshoot backend services aren't just nice to have. They're essential. Gen AI is...

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Laravel to Kubernetes, Simplified with Skyhook
November 20257 min read
EngineeringSkyhook Team

Laravel to Kubernetes, Simplified with Skyhook

Laravel is a PHP heavyweight, but running it in production usually means stitching together many moving parts: runtime, scaling, security, TLS, observability...

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Ship Without Fire Drills: Canary, Blue-Green, and Rolling Deploys
October 20258 min read
DevOpsSkyhook Team

Ship Without Fire Drills: Canary, Blue-Green, and Rolling Deploys

TL;DR: Shipping to production is easy; shipping safely is hard. Progressive delivery strategies - Rolling (Gradual), Canary, and Blue-Green - constrain blast...

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Preview Environments: A Game-Changer for Testing and Collaboration
August 20255 min read
DevOpsSkyhook Team

Preview Environments: A Game-Changer for Testing and Collaboration

Preview environments, also known as ephemeral environments, are no longer a luxury—they’re becoming a necessity for modern development teams. These temporary...

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Managing Kubernetes Add-ons: Argo CD or Terraform?
July 20256 min read
EngineeringSkyhook Team

Managing Kubernetes Add-ons: Argo CD or Terraform?

**Meta description:** Hands-on comparison of Argo CD and Terraform for managing Kubernetes add-ons. Clear guidance on day 1 versus day 2, drift handling, upg...

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PaaS Kubernetes vs. DIY Kubernetes: Why PaaS Wins for Simplicity and Efficiency
May 20253 min read
EngineeringSkyhook Team

PaaS Kubernetes vs. DIY Kubernetes: Why PaaS Wins for Simplicity and Efficiency

When it comes to deploying and managing Kubernetes, the simplicity and efficiency of PaaS solutions often outweigh the complexities of a DIY approach. In thi...

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Don't Reinvent the Wheel: Embrace the Power of Pre-Built Internal Developer Platforms for Enhanced Efficiency
April 20254 min read
Platform EngineeringSkyhook Team

Don't Reinvent the Wheel: Embrace the Power of Pre-Built Internal Developer Platforms for Enhanced Efficiency

In the ever-evolving realm of software development, organizations continuously strive to optimize processes, enhance developer productivity, and accelerate t...

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Streamlining Development with Self-Serve Platforms and Service Catalogs
February 20253 min read
Platform EngineeringSkyhook Team

Streamlining Development with Self-Serve Platforms and Service Catalogs

In software development, finding ways to boost efficiency without sacrificing quality is a constant challenge. One approach that's gaining traction is the us...

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Platform Engineering & The Value of Golden Paths in the Light of the 80-20 Rule
December 20244 min read
Platform EngineeringSkyhook Team

Platform Engineering & The Value of Golden Paths in the Light of the 80-20 Rule

Explore how Platform Engineering and Golden Paths streamline software development by offering guided solutions for 80% of tasks, while leaving room for innov...

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The Rise of Platform Engineering: Redefining DevOps for the Modern Era
October 20245 min read
Platform EngineeringSkyhook Team

The Rise of Platform Engineering: Redefining DevOps for the Modern Era

Platform Engineering is emerging as a significant trend in DevOps. Far from being just another buzzword, it represents the natural evolution of DevOps practi...

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Why Kubernetes is a Game-Changer
August 20244 min read
EngineeringSkyhook Team

Why Kubernetes is a Game-Changer

Discover why k8s is a game-changer in DevOps, leading container orchestration with benefits like scalability, portability, and fault tolerance. See how Skyho...

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The Birth of Skyhook: Our Journey to Simplify DevOps
June 20243 min read
ProductSkyhook Team

The Birth of Skyhook: Our Journey to Simplify DevOps

In a world increasingly driven by software, the complexity behind the scenes often goes unnoticed. But for those of us who live and breathe development, we k...

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