Recently, I spent some time digging into IBM watsonx Orchestrate - labs, technical docs, and real agents. The term "AI automation" covers a lot of
It took me three iterations to implement a straightforward feature across two repositories. Not because the model was inadequate — same model, same task. The
Securing Your Self-Hosted Automation: A Deep Dive into n8n and Vault/OpenBao Integration In the rapidly evolving landscape of workflow automation, self-hosting
Workflow automation used to be simple. Trigger fires, steps execute, data moves from A to B. Every branch is predetermined. Every outcome is scripted. The human
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In the late 1960s, Melvin Conway submits a paper on computer manufacturers and compiler design to the Harvard Business Review. They reject it -- insufficient
In the previous posts in this series, we looked at setting up a Mac Mini M4 with Ollama behind a Headscale VPN as a local LLM endpoint and OpenCode as a CLI
Most AI coding assistants are tightly coupled to a single provider. Switching often means changing tools, reconfiguring workflows, or losing context. OpenCode
In Part 1 of this series, we worked through the why: Shapiro's five levels of AI development, Brynjolfsson's J-Curve, and the core thesis that AI tools alone
Every AI-assisted tool your team uses - coding agents, chatbots, workflow automations - sends data to someone else's server. Every prompt, every code snippet,
In Part 1 of this series, we covered the why: why AI tools alone don't deliver productivity, what Shapiro's five levels have to do with Brynjolfsson's J-Curve,
90% of developers who consider themselves "AI-native" are sitting at Level 2 out of 51. Most believe they're done. They are not. That's not my claim
One line of YAML. That was it. 1model: sonnet This single line in an agent's frontmatter reduced our per-run costs for one of the most-used agents in our
In this 3 hour workshop, we’ll work together to develop a clear DevOps strategy for your team.
The Problem With "That Product" Multi-turn conversations are natural for humans but surprisingly tricky for chatbots. When a user asks "What's
If you’ve been using AI in software engineering for a while, you know the real productivity jump doesn’t come from "chatting about code". It comes
In 2026, “tech trends” are less about shiny launches and more about the forces that shape everyday IT work—how software gets built, how systems stay secure, how
n8n 2.0 landed on December 8, 2024, and it's the kind of release nobody gets excited about but everyone eventually appreciates. No flashy features, no shiny UI
A lot has happened in the eight months since we covered Mondoo's March 2025 release. If you're already using the platform, you've probably noticed some big
The Problem: Hardcoded Credentials Every developer has faced this temptation: you need to test something quickly, so you hardcode an API key or database
Short read (~6–7 min) – focused on the operational side of Model Context Protocol (MCP) enablement. 1. Problem in Practice Single MCP servers are easy.
Introduction Model access alone rarely delivers differentiated organizational value. Real leverage appears when language models can safely invoke tools
The container ecosystem has evolved significantly over the past few years, and teams today have more choices than ever when selecting their container runtime
Introduction As organizations increasingly adopt AI-powered solutions, providing secure and flexible access to large language models (LLMs) becomes a critical
When developing applications for OpenShift, having a reliable local development environment is crucial. But with several options available, each with different
Advanced Monitoring and Observability for Consul Connect Service Mesh in Kubernetes In our previous post on Secure Communication in Kubernetes with Consul
Multi-Platform Service Mesh: Connecting Kubernetes, Nomad, Bare Metal, and VMs with Consul Connect Modern infrastructure often spans multiple platforms -
Securing Communication in Kubernetes with Istio Service Mesh and Vault Agent Injector In modern cloud-native Kubernetes environments, security is paramount. One
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Remember last July when we dug into Ollama and its promise for local AI? Well, a lot has happened since then. Ollama has rolled out some pretty significant
Infrastructure as Code (IaC) has revolutionized the way organizations manage cloud infrastructure, with Terraform leading as a premier tool. HashiCorp Cloud
Introduction Trunk-Based Development (TBD) means everyone integrates to a single branch: usually main or trunk. There are almost no long-lived branches or repo
The world of AI is evolving rapidly, and with it, the way we interact with APIs and infrastructure. At Infralovers, we're excited to explore how Postman's new
Introduction If your team chose the forked repo model for maximum isolation—or due to regulatory/access concerns—your CI/CD strategy has special requirements.
In modern infrastructure automation, teams often combine Terraform with configuration management tools like Ansible or Chef to get end-to-end control of their
Introduction In our previous article, we explored three models for handling deployment environments in version control: branches, forked repositories, and
In recent years, artificial intelligence has dramatically changed the way we work, highlighting just how much it can enhance human creativity and
In the ever-evolving landscape of IT automation, AWX serves as a powerful web-based user interface for Ansible, streamlining complex and repetitive tasks within
In the evolving landscape of cloud computing, the reliance on US-based cloud services has become a topic of significant debate. I've observed a growing
At Infralovers GmbH, we're thrilled to announce our upcoming comprehensive Crossplane training course. As passionate advocates for cloud-native technologies, we
2024 Recap & Outlook for 2025 at Infralovers 2024 was a year of innovations and new learning opportunities for us. We continuously expanded our training
Infrastructure as Code (IaC) has revolutionized the way we manage cloud resources, and Terraform has become a leading tool in this space. To ensure the
In the previous parts (part one and part two) of this blog series, we explored the challenges facing DevOps today, how AI can address them, and how to build
In the first part of our blog series, we explored the different challenges of DevOps and how AI can address them. We also introduced the fundamentals of
DevOps is a key success factor for modern software development and we have most definitely come across AI in one way or another. The intersection of AI and
Setting up consistent testing environments is essential for development, and Vagrant combined with Ansible is a powerful, flexible solution for automating this
In previous posts we have already shown multiple ways to use HashiCorp Packer to build Golden Images. In this post we will show how to automate the process with
In dynamic Kubernetes environments, managing DNS records can be a challenge. As services scale, redeploy, or change IP addresses, ensuring that DNS records
In today's rapidly evolving cloud-native landscape, the need for efficient service orchestration, service discovery, and secure communication between services
Securing Communication on HashiCorp Nomad Payloads with HashiCorp Consul Connect In modern cloud-native environments, security is paramount. One of the key
The rise of AI in DevOps has been causing a revolution in how we approach software development and operations. We're witnessing a shift in our industry, where
In a cloud-native environment, secrets management is a critical aspect of security. HashiCorp Vault is a popular tool for managing secrets and protecting
In today's cloud-centric world, managing infrastructure while ensuring security is paramount. HashiCorp provides two powerful tools—Terraform and Vault—that
In the rapidly evolving world of software development, securing and managing the integrity of codebases is paramount, particularly for organizations subject to
Ensuring Access Control and Secrets Management with HashiCorp Boundary and Vault in HCP and AWS Ensuring access controls and secrets management is critical in
In today's fast-paced digital landscape, efficient case management is crucial for organizations to stay on top of security and compliance issues. Mondoo, a
GitHub Actions is a powerful automation platform that allows developers to create and manage CI/CD pipelines (Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment)
As infrastructure-as-code (IaC) continues to revolutionize the way we manage and provision cloud resources, ensuring the reliability, security, and efficiency
Terraform functions have become a cornerstone in managing infrastructure as code. These built-in functions empower developers to manipulate data, perform
In the previous posts of this blog series, we introduced the Mondoo platform, its Terraform provider resources, data sources, and imports, exploring how they
Introduction In today's fast-paced digital landscape, ensuring compliance with various frameworks is crucial for companies to maintain the security and
In the previous posts of this blog series, we introduced the Mondoo platform, its Terraform provider resources and data sources, exploring how they enhance
Why another article on that topic? We were already talking about mondoo in a previous article. Mondoo is brought to you by the team who gave you InSpec and the
As organizations strive to safeguard their digital assets, innovative solutions like Mondoo have emerged to enhance security and compliance across various
Kubernetes Security Posture Management: Safeguarding Clusters and Workloads Ensuring the security of your Kubernetes clusters and workloads is important in
Supply Chain Security with CIS SecureSuite Certification and Mondoo's Compliance on Autopilot In today's digital landscape, ensuring the security of your supply
In an era where information security management is more crucial than ever, organizations are seeking innovative solutions to safeguard their digital assets
Optimize Your Azure VM Security: Explore Mondoo’s Continuous Scanning Solution Mondoo offers an effortless and continuous Azure VM scanning solution. With a
Optimize Your Kubernetes Security: Explore Mondoo’s KSPM We explore the capabilities of Mondoo's Kubernetes Security Posture Management (KSPM). Taking a closer
The cybersecurity landscape is constantly evolving, and with it, the regulatory requirements that businesses must meet. One of the most significant developments
In the world of infrastructure as code (IaC), maintaining compliance and security can be challenging. This is where Open Policy Agent (OPA) combined with
In the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence, the challenge isn't about what AI can do — it's about how seamlessly it can be integrated into our
Protecting Your Applications: Effective CVE Management in Container Images Selecting the right container images is the key to minimizing vulnerabilities in your
HashiCorp Sentinel with HashiCorp Terraform and Terraform Cloud HashiCorp Sentinel is a powerful policy-as-code framework that allows for the enforcement of
In today's fast-paced DevOps environments, ensuring infrastructure compliance and security is paramount. Traditionally, HashiCorp Sentinel has been a go-to for
Enhancing Kubernetes Security: Focusing on Node Protection Ensuring Kubernetes security is fundamental for maintaining a robust and resilient infrastructure. In
In today's dynamic and complex cloud environments, organisations face significant challenges in managing costs while ensuring compliance and operational
In the ever-evolving field of software development, AI coding assistants have emerged as powerful tools to enhance productivity and code quality. Integrated
In an era where data is increasingly becoming the backbone of many industries, the need for efficient data management and orchestration has never been more
Unlocking new possibilities with AI-powered terminal integration In the dynamic world of software development, staying at the cutting edge is essential. The
Securing your GitHub Organisation is crucial as it can contain sensitive code and data. It is therefore important to monitor contributors and contributions to
As the world's leading platform for software development and collaboration, GitHub sees millions of new repositories created every day. While this rapid growth
Protecting your digital assets isn't just about safeguarding data; it's about safeguarding your business's reputation, integrity, and longevity. With cyber
In the ever-evolving landscape of cloud infrastructure management, efficiently securing and monitoring resources is critical. This is where Mondoo comes in, a
We are expanding our offer with lectures, small bits of knowledge that offer the perfect introduction to a topic, and are pleased to give you a first insight
We are constantly working to expand our offering and provide the latest and greatest training and education opportunities in the areas of DevOps, Cloud Native
In the dynamic realm of software development, where every keystroke contributes to the creation of innovative solutions, the experience of developers plays a
This is the second post in a series about IT compliance with Mondoo. This post will focus on how to add your own custom policies to Mondoo. Make sure to
Effective team organization is at the heart of continuous and sustainable value delivery for any organization. This article explores various process models,
From unraveling the mysteries behind system behavior to exploring cutting-edge debugging techniques, this article promises a glimpse into the fundamental
Within our previous posts about HashiCorp Packer we have shown how to build images for AWS and Azure using Packer. In this article we will add something we
In the vast landscape of modern IT work, writing code stands as a cornerstone. However, the plethora of programming languages often raises questions about how
This is the first post in a series about IT compliance with Mondoo. This post will focus on the basics of Mondoo and how you can use it to get insights about
Securing secrets is a crucial part of any infrastructure. In this article we will show how to use HashiCorp Vault as a secrets store for HashiCorp Packer in
Since 2018, Infralovers boosts knowledge at a telco giant via training, workshops & coaching on GitLab, K8s, Ansible, Observability & more across depts.
In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, organizations face the challenge of delivering applications consistently across various platforms and
In the ever-evolving landscape of software development, the need for observability has become paramount. As applications and infrastructure grow more complex,
Leveraging OpenTelemetry to Enhance Ansible with Jaeger Tracing In today's complex IT environments, system administrators and DevOps teams are constantly
Since 2015, Infralovers helps a telco transform its testing landscape via training (Cucumber, Ruby, Python, GitLab CI) & consulting for cost optimization.
Distribution of HashiCorp Packer templated Virtual Machines After creating our virtual machine templates in multiple clouds, having tested them and validated
What is mondoo mondoo is brought to you by the team who gave you InSpec and the DevSec Project with a passion to make IT operations human readable and
Most HashiCorp Vault tutorials - even those from HashiCorp - use the commandline tools or even just curl to configure HashiCorp Vault. But do we want to use
Automate creation of VMWare virtual machines In the previous post about VMWare templates with packer and also the revised post about that topic we introduced
Changelog Automation within Gitlab As a developer it is not your favorite duty to write changelogs according to the tagging which was done in a code repository.
Run your tests on autopilot with CI/CD pipelines.
Hands-on exercises will give you the expertise you need to automate your tests with Python and Behave.
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Leverage AI tools to enhance coding efficiency, automate repetitive tasks, and unlock innovative development workflows.
Transform your engineering workflows with hands-on AI: Deploy LLMs, automate infrastructure, and master the latest tools and protocols.
Learn to build production-ready Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems that intelligently combine large language models with contextual knowledge.
Build custom skills and MCP servers and connect Claude Code, Open Code, and GitHub Copilot to your internal systems and APIs.
Learn AI/LLM basics in one day for DevOps, Cloud-Native, and IT-Security to enhance workflows and security.
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Deploy Claude Code at scale with MCP integration, security controls, and measurable productivity gains.
Continuous Delivery meets Cloud Native.
Deploy GitHub Copilot at scale with deep ecosystem integration, Copilot Extensions, and organization-wide policy controls.
This two-day course introduces Git and GitHub, teaching you how to track changes, collaborate on code, manage releases, and establish custom workflows to ship
Collaborate and ship your code faster with Git and GitLab.
Master Gemini Code Assist for enterprise with Vertex AI integration, Google Cloud connectivity, and multimodal capabilities at scale.
Use AI-powered skills, workflow automation, and enterprise-grade governance to imprive efficiency of your team.
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Test your Terraform managed infrastructure.
Terraform with terratest in Gitlab pipeline With terraform Cloud and terraform Enterprise you are enabled now to us your custom modules in a way that all in
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