The Platform Playbook

In this episode, we break down our recent YouTube video : “LLM Security Exposed!” , where we explore the rising security risks in Large Language Model (LLM) deployments — and how Zero-Trust principles can help mitigate them. 🔍 We dive deeper into: The top LLM threats you can’t afford to ignore — from prompt injection to data leakage and malicious packages Why LLM applications need the same level...

In this episode, we review the youtube video shared by CNCF where Ryan Etten , Senior Architect and Team Lead at Red Hat, as he shares his powerful transition from a GitOps sceptic to a strategic advisor helping Fortune-scale enterprises succeed with GitOps adoption. Ryan dives into: ⚙️ The real-world problems GitOps solves — like config drift, release delays, and audit nightmares 🔄 Why the pull-...

This is excerpts from the video titled "Declarative by Default, Secure by Design: GitOps as a Control Plane for Governance - Andrew Martin" [https://youtu.be/NTX_Pkr9eEU?list=TLGGbZgDyZafBmkyNTA2MjAyNQ]. This video was uploaded on the "CNCF [Cloud Native Computing Foundation] YouTube channel" 1. The transcript details the content of the talk, which covers: •The concept of a con...

Welcome to The Platform Playbook , your go-to podcast for exploring the frameworks, tools, and strategies shaping modern software architecture. In this episode, we’re unpacking microservices architecture , delving into its challenges, implementation strategies, and the architectural considerations that make it a game-changer for organizations today. As businesses adapt to rapid advancements like D...

"Welcome to The Platform Playbook podcast, your go-to source for exploring cutting-edge technologies and practical solutions in cloud infrastructure, virtualization, and container orchestration. In today's episode, we're unpacking the intersection of Confidential Computing and Disk Encryption with a focus on a fascinating solution called CC-FDE —Confidential Computing for Full Disk Encryption. Whi...

In this episode, we’re exploring the fascinating evolution of Kubernetes. From its humble beginnings with manual bash scripts to the powerful automation tools driving today’s containerized applications, we cover it all. Discover how industry giants like DHL, Thales, and Cisco are soaring above complexity with tools like Kubeflow, GitOps, and CUE. Whether you’re a DevOps pro or just Kubernetes-curi...

Welcome to The Platform Playbook , your go-to podcast for uncovering the cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of platforms and infrastructure. In this episode, we’re diving deep into the world of WebAssembly, or Wasm, and its transformative impact beyond the browser. From powering lightweight microservices and serverless functions to enabling AI agents and database-driven applications, Was...

Welcome to The Platform Playbook , your guide to navigating the evolving world of cloud-native technologies! In this episode, we unpack the latest updates from the Istio project, presented by Mitch Connors from Aviatrix and Zhonghu Xu from Huawei at KubeCon. Join us as we explore the key developments shaping Istio’s future, from its CNCF graduation confirming production readiness to exciting innov...

Welcome to The Platform Playbook ! In this episode, we’re diving into GitOps at scale with a deep dive into Flux, guided by insights from Stefan Prodan's compelling presentation. Discover how Flux empowers organizations to build custom continuous delivery pipelines with its extensible foundation and Kubernetes-native architecture. We’ll explore Flux’s core principles, including its declarative app...

Welcome to The Platform Playbook ! In this episode, we explore how to achieve safer and more observable feature rollouts by combining the power of OpenTelemetry and OpenFeature. Drawing insights from a talk by Daniel Dyla and Michael Beemer, we dive into how feature flags can revolutionize deployment strategies, allowing developers to decouple feature releases from code deployments, perform A/B te...

In this episode of Cloud Native Insights , we dive into the world of GitOps continuous delivery at scale with Flux, as presented by Stefan Prodan. Flux isn't just a platform—it's a foundational layer that empowers organizations to build their own continuous delivery solutions. Learn about Flux's architecture, its integration with Kubernetes through CRDs and controllers, and its unmatched flexibili...

In this episode of our Cloud Native Insights series, we bring you an in-depth update on Prometheus, the leading open-source monitoring and alerting system. Originally presented at KubeCon by Bryan Boreham from Grafana Labs and Simon Pasquier from Red Hat, this briefing sheds light on Prometheus's impressive growth, cutting-edge developments, and exciting plans for the future. Discover the latest f...

This interview on the "Kunal Kushwaha" YouTube channel features Priyanka Sharma, Executive Director of the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF), discussing the organisation's mission, the importance of community involvement, and resources available for newcomers. Sharma explains how CNCF fosters collaboration between companies and individuals through open source projects, events, and mentorshi...