Ask the Experts

Ask the Experts

• How can microservices help modernize legacy applications?

  Can microservices help modernize legacy applications? An expert lists ways microservices help developers break the monolith into functional services.  Continue Reading

• How can Chaos Monkey testing help with microservices?

  Resilience testing isn't just for infrastructure. Architects can adopt this disaster recovery testing strategy to build more reliable microservice applications.  Continue Reading

• Can containerization tools aid microservices communication?

  Containerization tools have taken on a critical role in managing communication between microservices, and two Kubernetes-based tools in particular are getting the job done.  Continue Reading

• What does 2018 hold for application containerization?

  There was plenty of movement around Kubernetes in 2017, and there seems to be more to come in the year ahead. Twain Taylor makes predictions about container management in 2018.  Continue Reading

• When should app developers choose no-code platforms?

  No-code platforms have a place in app development, but knowing how and when to use them is key. An expert looks at features that make them a good choice for many app dev projects.  Continue Reading

• Why use open source tools for containerized apps?

  An expert looks at the top three open source tools -- Kubernetes, Elasticsearch and Prometheus -- that enable running containerized applications at scale.  Continue Reading

• Does a containers-as-a-service platform support governance?

  The introduction of containers can certainly complicate governance, especially when working with microservices. Here's how a containers-as-a-service platform can help.  Continue Reading

• Native apps or APIs when developing for mobile platforms?

  Although Android and iOS rule mobile OSes, within these OSes are multiple versions. Because of this, when developing for mobile platforms, you face a choice: native apps or MBaaS APIs.  Continue Reading

• Does Kubernetes service governance work for microservices?

  Learn how Kubernetes container orchestration can be leveraged by organizations to provide the service registry governance needed to support a microservices architecture.  Continue Reading

• Should you build or buy infrastructure for your enterprise mobile apps?

  Building enterprise mobile apps from scratch is becoming more complex. To lessen the challenges, companies are turning to mobile-backend-as-a-service platforms.  Continue Reading

• What are some API design principles for microservices?

  APIs are important, and having an API strategy is important, too. Twain Taylor takes a look at three major API design principles that all organizations need to keep in mind.  Continue Reading

• What are the best options for open source API management tools?

  While organizations have plenty of proprietary API management tools to choose from, there are plenty of open source options as well. Here are some of the top open source tools.  Continue Reading

• How important is ALM process automation in a modern DevOps approach?

  Automation is key to the modern DevOps approach and application lifecycle management. Twain Taylor explains where and how automation should fit into your development phases.  Continue Reading

• What are the best tools for building enterprise mobile applications?

  Many enterprises still rely heavily on consumer-grade mobile applications, but making your own may not be as complex as you think. Here are three ways you can get started.  Continue Reading

• Should I be creating apps for car manufacturers?

  There are several platforms available for creating apps for improving the driving experience. Expert Matthew David discusses why it may be easier than you think.  Continue Reading