DevOps: Evolution vs Revolution

Speaker: Adam Robertson, Head of DevOps at WitnessAI

For decades, the chasm between Development and Operations teams hindered agility and innovation. While terms like “DevOps” weren’t coined yet, my journey began long before, evangelizing collaboration, automation, and infrastructure as code. Witnessing the evolution from siloed processes to high-velocity engineering practices has been both thrilling and challenging.

This talk delves into the heart of this transformation, contrasting the evolutionary approach of DevOps with the pitfalls of a revolutionary one. We’ll explore:

• Beyond the “buzzword:” Unveiling the core principles and practices that define DevOps, drawing from my experience predating the term itself.
• Cultural shift, not overthrow: Examining the gradual, collaborative approach required for successful adoption, emphasizing the importance of shared ownership and trust.
• Avoiding the guillotine: Highlighting the dangers of “revolutionary” implementations, where hasty changes lead to chaos and resistance.
• Building self-service, resilient systems: Showcasing how automation and infrastructure as code empower teams, fostering agility and scalability.
• Multi-cloud mastery: Sharing insights from my recent book, “Multi-cloud Kubernetes”, demonstrating how these principles extend to complex cloud environments.

Join me on this journey through the evolution of DevOps. We’ll explore proven strategies for navigating the cultural shift, empowering your teams, and building resilient, adaptable systems that thrive in today’s dynamic landscape.

Target audience:

This talk is aimed at leaders, technical professionals, and anyone interested in understanding and implementing DevOps principles to improve software delivery and organizational agility.

Key takeaways:

• Gain a deeper understanding of the core principles and practices of DevOps.
• Learn how to avoid the pitfalls of a “revolutionary” approach to DevOps adoption.
• Discover strategies for fostering a collaborative culture and empowering teams.
• Explore how automation and infrastructure as code can build resilient, adaptable systems.
• Gain insights into implementing DevOps principles in multi-cloud environments.