In this workshop, Dan Perrinez breaks down what Configuration as Code (CaC) really means for SysOps professionals and why it’s a foundational practice for modern IT operations. He explains how storing infrastructure configuration in version-controlled code helps teams reduce manual work, avoid undocumented changes, and recover quickly from issues.

Dan shares how CaC makes it possible to track every change, ensure consistency across environments, and collaborate more effectively with development teams. He also discusses the risks of ignoring CaC—like environment drift, compliance issues, and brittle deployment processes.

Topics covered include:

• The difference between scripts and CaC

• Why spreadsheets and “golden images” are no longer enough

• The benefits of auditability, disaster recovery, and automation

• How to think about CaC as a discipline—not just automation

• Tools like Terraform, Ansible, and Git-based workflows

If you’re in IT operations and looking to modernize your approach to managing infrastructure, this is a must-listen.

This workshop was recorded in December 2024.