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Software Configuration and Change Management News

October 05, 2018 05 Oct'18
Jenkins Configuration as Code eases dev and admin woes

Version 1.0 of a CloudBees plug-in aims to help developers and administrators advance CI/CD while saving time and effort with Jenkins configuration tasks.
February 16, 2018 16 Feb'18
Enterprises identify 10 essential DevOps tools

Products branded with DevOps are everywhere, and the list of options grows every day, but the best DevOps tools are already well-known among enterprise IT pros.
February 14, 2014 14 Feb'14
Continuous software development revs up innovation at Edmunds.com

Car prices are constantly changing, and Edmunds.com changes right along with them, thanks to their effective continuous software delivery process.
September 14, 2011 14 Sep'11
Social media in business: Breaking down organizational silos

In this interview with Michael Brito, author of "Smart Business, Social Business – A Playbook for Social Media in Your Organization," we learn about how social media is being used, not just for marketing and PR, but internally as well to help break ...

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Network configuration basics: Focus on users and software tools

When configuring a network, keep a detailed and updated document to track user needs and network changes. And, of course, take advantage of network configuration software. Continue Reading
Pick up stateless software precepts for modern app design

Change and state are complex interrelated concepts that shape how an application performs its tasks. Learn the meaning of state, mutability and change as they relate to app design. Continue Reading
configuration service provider (CSP)

A configuration service provider (CSP) is a component of the Windows client operating system that shows IT professionals potential device configuration choices and allows them to apply the settings across multiple Windows OSes. Continue Reading

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Learn which low-code techniques fit which projects

There's an ideal time and purpose for low- and no-code development tools. And among those platforms there are various modus operandi, each apt for different apps. Continue Reading
Get the picture: Enterprise DevOps maturity

DevOps promotes shifts in team organization, container usage and, of course, software delivery. Note these DevOps adoption trends to see where your team has room to adapt and mature. Continue Reading
Compare trunk-based development to feature-based approaches

The repo-centric trunk-based development model can be a good fit for teams adept enough to maintain a codebase. But it means taking the road less traveled. Continue Reading

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

Learn the basics before you work with Git

Git can scale with complex environments, but more conflicts can arise. Get the Git basics down before your developers use forks or branches for projects. Continue Reading
How can organizations improve their network change management?

Organizations can optimize their network change management processes with dedicated change management services for improved planning, monitoring and communication capabilities. Continue Reading
Windows PowerShell DSC book trains IT to lock down systems

This DSC book familiarizes administrators with Microsoft's change management tool, giving them the skills to clamp down on system configurations. Continue Reading

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How to deprecate software features without bothering users

There's more to software deprecation than it seems. Organizations must consider the method of deprecation, how to inform users and what alternatives they should offer. Continue Reading
Evaluating IT activities: When is it time to replace old software?

ALM expert Kevin Parker discusses four factors for measuring your IT activities to determine if your current systems and applications need to be replaced. Continue Reading
How to protect digital assets while executing code changes

In response to swift industry changes, ALM expert Kevin Parker calls for strict version control of all code to protect digital assets. Continue Reading