AWS CDK (Cloud Development Kit) was introduced by Amazon Web Services in 2019 as a modern approach to Infrastructure as Code (IaC). It aims to simplify the process of defining and deploying cloud resources by allowing developers to use high-level programming languages instead of writing JSON or YAML templates. The primary purpose of AWS CDK…
GitHub Actions is a powerful automation and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) platform integrated into GitHub repositories. In the context of FinOps, GitHub Actions serves as a versatile tool for automating cost optimization tasks, implementing best practices, and streamlining cloud resource management workflows. Launched by GitHub in 2018, GitHub Actions has quickly become an essential component…
Jenkins is an open-source automation server widely used in FinOps and cloud cost management for continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines. Developed in 2011 as a fork of the Hudson project, Jenkins has become an essential tool for automating software development processes and optimizing cloud resource utilization. In the context of FinOps, Jenkins plays…
Azure DevOps is a comprehensive set of development tools and services provided by Microsoft to facilitate the entire software development lifecycle. It offers a suite of integrated features that support modern DevOps practices and FinOps principles, enabling organizations to streamline their development processes, improve collaboration, and optimize cloud costs. It evolved from Microsoft’s Team Foundation…
Terraform is an open-source Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tool that allows users to define, provision, and manage cloud infrastructure resources using a declarative language. Developed by HashiCorp, Terraform has become a crucial component in modern cloud infrastructure management, enabling organizations to automate and streamline their infrastructure deployments across multiple cloud providers. Core Concepts and Functionality…
Spotify Backstage is an open-source developer platform that helps organizations streamline software development, improve efficiency, and manage cloud infrastructure costs. Created by Spotify in 2020, this tool has gained significant traction in the tech industry, particularly in FinOps, for its ability to enhance visibility and control over cloud resources. The platform serves as a single…
Pulumi is an open-source infrastructure as code (IaC) platform that enables developers to define, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure using familiar programming languages. Launched in 2018, Pulumi has quickly gained traction in the cloud-native ecosystem, offering a powerful alternative to traditional IaC tools. Pulumi provides a unique approach to infrastructure as code by allowing developers…
Platform Engineering emerged as a response to the increasing complexity of cloud-native environments and the need for streamlined, efficient operations. It bridges the gap between development, operations, and financial management, providing a unified approach to managing cloud resources. In the context of FinOps, Platform Engineering plays an important role in aligning technical decisions with financial…
Infrastructure as Code (IaC) is a practice in cloud computing and DevOps in which infrastructure is managed and provisioned through machine-readable definition files rather than physical hardware configuration or interactive configuration tools. In the context of FinOps, IaC plays a crucial role in automating and optimizing cloud resource management, directly impacting cost efficiency and scalability….
HashiCorp is a software company specializing in infrastructure automation and management tools. Founded in 2012, HashiCorp has become a key player in the DevOps and cloud infrastructure space, offering a suite of products that help organizations streamline their infrastructure operations, enhance security, and optimize cloud costs. HashiCorp’s products are designed to address the challenges of…
Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery/Deployment (CI/CD) is a set of software development practices that automate the process of building, testing, and deploying code changes. In the context of FinOps, CI/CD plays a crucial role in optimizing software delivery while effectively managing cloud costs. This integration of development practices with financial oversight ensures that organizations can…