Dive into the world of universal artifact management with our comprehensive guide. Discover the role of Cloudsmith in streamlining software artifact management, the advantages of a cloud-native approach, and the tangible benefits of a dedicated platform for software distribution. Navigating the software development world can sometimes feel like deciphering a new language.

In our extensive guide of best ci/cd practices we included a dedicated section for database migrations and why they should be completely automated and given the same attention as application deployments. We explained the theory behind automatic database migrations, but never had the opportunity to talk about the actual tools and give some examples on how database migrations should be handled by a well disciplined software team.

As organizations continue to embrace CI/CD and DevOps in their quest for shorter, more reliable delivery cycles, the choice of programming languages becomes even more critical. The language used to build your applications can affect everything from developer happiness and productivity to your organization’s performance on the four key software delivery metrics.

AzCopy, a command-line utility designed by Microsoft, is the bridge that links data transfer and data management within Azure. Targeting seasoned professionals, it offers a granular level of control, especially when it comes to permissions. Managing permissions is not just about controlling access; it’s about maintaining the integrity of data, ensuring compliance, and optimizing operational efficiency.