Multi-cloud amplifies cost management issues

Cloud Computing Digest A roundup of cloud infrastructure content from TechTarget's network |October 2nd, 2018 FEATURED STORY In a multi-cloud world, costs can multiply by Phil Sweeney, Senior Managing Editor The use of more than one cloud provider opens up plenty of opportunity for a savvy IT organization, but also makes cost management a troublesome chore. (SearchCloudComputing.com) Advertisement NEWS   Microsoft embraces Azure cloud platform as its strategic heart Microsoft's showcase of Azure-based offerings asserts the cloud at the heart of the company's future, and further cements its position against cloud-archrival AWS. (SearchCloudComputing.com)   Google Cloud CTO talks Cloud Services Platform hybrid play Google Cloud CTO Brian Stevens envisions an IT landscape where enterprises can more easily develop and manage apps that span on premises and the cloud. Hint: Kubernetes plays a big role. (SearchCloudComputing.com) EXPERT ADVICE   Serverless platforms limit programming language options Serverless computing can reduce infrastructure costs and streamline development processes, but don't assume that your programming language of choice will be available. (SearchCloudComputing.com)   First five steps to building a private cloud environment To implement a private cloud, IT teams must start at the beginning -- and define what a cloud strategy will mean, exactly, to their organization -- before they proceed. (SearchCloudComputing.com)   Google Stackdriver enhances alerts, adds Kubernetes support A recent round of updates to Google's monitoring tool gives IT and development teams more options to set up alerts, track usage and support Kubernetes, both in the cloud and on premises. (SearchCloudComputing.com)   Cloud-native low-code platforms rival third-party options To choose between native and third-party low-code tools, application development teams need to weigh the benefits of consolidation against the risk of lock-in. (SearchCloudComputing.com)   Quiz yourself on cloud-native app development tools There are many app development tools in the cloud market, including those from top IaaS providers. Take this quiz to gauge your knowledge of some popular native options. (SearchCloudComputing.com)   Navigate your options for Oracle cloud certifications Oracle certifications, including those for cloud, can build foundational knowledge or expand existing IT skills. The first challenge, though, is to find the right training path. (SearchCloudComputing.com)   Automation poses risk and reward for cloud operations teams While there's some concern among IT staff that automation will displace jobs, don't panic yet. There are several ways to stay relevant, and even thrive, in the age of automation. (SearchCloudComputing.com)   Single-tenant cloud services help alleviate security concerns What happens when an enterprise wants the benefits of cloud but without the multi-tenancy? Isolated services are available for those willing to pay. (SearchCloudComputing.com) About This E-Newsletter This e-newsletter is published by the TechTarget network. To unsubscribe from Cloud Computing Digest, click here. Please note, this will not affect any other subscriptions you have signed up for. TechTarget Data Center and Virtualization Media Group, 275 Grove Street, Newton, MA 02466. Contact: webmaster@techtarget.com Copyright 2018 TechTarget. All rights reserved.