Understanding Kubernetes Networking and Security in DepthKubernetes has become the standard platform for running modern cloud-native applications. Most engineers today can deploy workloads, expose services, and scale applications inside a cluster with relatMay 20 · 6 min readlloyd82.hashnode.dev
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Beyond Certificates: Practical Strategies for Staying Relevant in Cloud CareersThe cloud industry moves at breakneck speed. While certifications like AWS Solutions Architect or Azure Administrator are valuable entry points, they're snapshots of knowledge at a specific moment in time. The harsh reality? That certification you ea...Jan 25 · 8 min readlloyd82.hashnode.dev
My Honest Opinion About AWS DevOps Agent: A Deep, Practical, and Unfiltered ReviewThe AWS DevOps Agent is Amazon’s attempt to streamline DevOps workflows by providing a managed, integrated agent that works seamlessly with AWS services. It’s designed to reduce complexity in CI/CD operations, improve automation, and give teams a mor...Dec 16, 2025 · 5 min readlloyd82.hashnode.dev
5 Common Terraform Mistakes and How to Avoid ThemTerraform has become one of the most popular Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, empowering teams to define, manage, and scale infrastructure consistently across cloud providers. However, as with any powerful tools, small missteps can lead to major h...Aug 19, 2025 · 5 min readlloyd82.hashnode.dev