In this bonus episode, Jamie is joined by Nathen Harvey, Developer Relations Engineer at Google Cloud and lead of the DORA (DevOps Research and Assessment) program, to dive deep into the surprising findings of DORA's report: Impact of Generative AI in Software Development.
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In Episode 8 of The Cloud Native Attitude, Jamie and Ian chat with tech author Anne Currie about how going green in the cloud isn’t just good for the planet, it’s good for your bottom line too. They explore why sustainability and cloud-native thinking go hand in hand, how to cut waste and costs in your data centre, and why the idea of cleaning your room applies to software too.
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In this episode of The Cloud Native Attitude, Jamie and Ian are joined by Dave Farley, a driving force behind the idea of continuous delivery, to unpack the real story behind CI/CD. From the early days of Extreme Programming to today’s cloud-native pipelines, they explore why continuous integration is still misunderstood, how infrastructure became part of the build, and what the data actually says about software speed and quality.
With sharp insights, real-world stories (including a rogue robot named Frank), and a few strong opinions, they make the case for why continuous delivery isn’t just a best practice - it’s the foundation of modern engineering.
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In this episode of The Cloud Native Attitude, Jamie and Ian take on the myth of the “blank slate” - the idea that starting fresh will magically solve your software problems. Spoiler: it won’t. With insights and real-world examples, they explain why legacy systems aren’t just technical baggage but often valuable, misunderstood assets. They break down when (and if) it makes sense to start from scratch, how to spot unnecessary rewrites, and why experimenting before scaling is key.
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In another bonus episode Jamie is joined by Allard Buijze, founder and CTO of AxonIQ. Jamie and Allard rewind the clock to the early days of Axon, uncovering how a frustration with system complexity sparked the creation of a framework now powering mission-critical systems around the world. They unpack the nuanced difference between “scalable systems” and “systems that scale,” explore the challenges of microservices, and reflect on the mindset shifts and organisational culture needed to succeed in today’s tech landscape.
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In this bonus episode dropping in the midst of KubeCon + CloudNativeCon Europe, Jamie chats with Randy Shoup about all things Kubernetes. Randy dives into his time at Google and how Kubernetes evolved from their internal system, Borg. They get into the backstory of Kubernetes, how it changed the cloud game, and why open source matters more than ever. Plus, Randy shares some great career advice on staying curious and keeping up in a tech world that never slows down.
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In the fifth episode of The Cloud Native Attitude, Jamie and Ian sit down with Sam Newman. Sam is a renowned expert in cloud, continuous delivery, and microservices, and author of the upcoming book Building Resilient Distributed Systems (coming August 2025). Together, they unpack what microservices really are, when they make sense, and why jumping on the bandwagon without a clear purpose can cause more harm than good. Sam shares hard-earned lessons on how microservices can empower organisational autonomy, the communication challenges they introduce, and how to navigate the architectural trade-offs involved.
The conversation also explores how microservices intersect with object-oriented programming and what capabilities teams need to succeed in this complex space. Whether you're scaling your system or just curious about the hype, this episode cuts through the noise with clarity and candour.
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In the fourth episode of The Cloud Native Attitude, Jamie and Ian delve into the world of Kubernetes, exploring its origins, its role as an orchestrator, and its significance in the cloud computing landscape. They discuss the evolution of orchestrators, the impact of Kubernetes on development and operations, and provide insights into learning resources for those interested in mastering Kubernetes. The conversation emphasises the importance of understanding the underlying principles of technology and the value of hands-on experience in the learning process.
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In the third episode of The Cloud Native Attitude Jamie and Ian are joined by Adrian Mouat (author of Container Security and part of the team at Chainguard) for a deep dive into containers, security, and the hidden complexity of modern software supply chains.
They get into why containers really took off (spoiler: it's not just about microservices), and how eliminating build variability can make or break a team’s ability to scale. Adrian shares what his team at Chainguard is doing to rethink container security from the ground up, plus some of the surprising ways vulnerabilities can sneak into even the most well-intentioned pipelines.
Along the way, they swap stories from the early days of containers (floppy disks and zip drives make an appearance) and talk candidly about imposter syndrome. Turns out, even the people writing the books on security have felt it.
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In the second episode of The Cloud Native Attitude, Jamie and Ian discuss the importance of context in cloud-native transformations. They break down how companies sometimes totally misread their own situations and what that means for their success (or failure).
They introduce the idea of the 'electric maze' as a metaphor for navigating challenges in cloud computing, emphasising the need for a culture that embraces learning from failure. Along the way, they swap stories, share case studies, and explore key differences between startups and enterprises, how leadership shapes culture, and why scaling up isn’t just about tech.
If you're into cloud-native, digital transformation, or just love a good tech conversation, this one’s for you!
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In the very first episode of The Cloud Native Attitude, Jamie and Ian dive into the common paradox of companies moving to the cloud but failing to see real business impact. They explore why cloud native adoption often falls short of its potential and how, despite the promise of agility and scalability, many organisations struggle to translate their investment into revenue.
Going beyond the standard CNCF definition of cloud native as resilience and scale, they challenge its relevance for companies that aren’t aiming for hyperscale. What about enterprises with more modest ambitions? And how can startups harness the cloud to experiment with new business ideas while keeping costs low? Tune in for an insightful discussion on the opportunities, pitfalls, and realities of going truly cloud native.
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"Flickr's designers also displayed a shrewd grasp of the essence of Web 2.0 thinking - namely that the big rewards come from making it easy for other developers to hook into your stuff. So they were quick to publish the application programming interface (API), the technical details other programmers needed to link into Flickr's databases. This then made it easy for bloggers and users of social networking sites to create links to their Flickr 'photostreams'. The results are clear for all to see." The Guardian, 2008
