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Introducing GitKraken MCP: AI Agents Just Got a Power-Up

With the latest iteration of the GitKraken CLI, you can now connect to a local MCP server to deliver more functionality to your agent of choice. Whether you are using GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Windsurf, or any other tool, you can now leverage the power of GitKraken’s MCP server to enhance your workflows.

#045 - Beyond Cluster Creation: Mastering Multi-Cluster Kubernetes with Gianluca Mardente (Cisco)

Join Itiel as he chats with Gianluca Mardente, a Principal Engineer at Cisco Systems. Gianluca shares his path to tech and Kubernetes, including his work history and the inspiration behind his open-source project, Sveltos. They dive into the significant challenges of managing a large fleet of Kubernetes clusters – ensuring consistency, handling upgrades, and coordinating resources across different clusters.

What's new in SQL Prompt Version 11.0

We’re excited to announce the release of SQL Prompt Version 11.0. SQL Prompt Version 11.0 adds support for SQL Server Management Studio 21 (SSMS 21) and includes compatibility with Azure Synapse Dedicated SQL Pools—building on our existing support for Azure Synapse Serverless SQL Pools. Read on to find out more about this new support along with other recent improvements to SQL Prompt.

Making the Case for Creating a Digital Twin of All Your Technical Spaces

Technology assets are no longer confined to the walls of a traditional data center. They now span a range of environments from core facilities and labs to distributed sites like IDF closets, manufacturing sites, and retail branches. Yet many organizations still rely on fragmented tools and manual processes to manage these distributed environments. This can result in gaps in visibility, inconsistent documentation, and higher operational risk.

How to Integrate OpenTelemetry Collector with Prometheus

Pulling observability data together is rarely clean. Metrics come from everywhere, formats vary, and making sense of it takes some work. OpenTelemetry Collector and Prometheus fit perfectly here. The Collector handles ingestion and processing from different sources, while Prometheus stores and queries the data. Simple, effective, and no vendor lock-in. In this blog, we cover how to integrate the Collector with Prometheus, common pitfalls, and ways to control costs.

Steve Owens of Verizon Discusses TDM Switch Decommissioning at Ribbon Insights 2024

The video discusses Verizon’s strategic approach to accelerating the decommissioning (decom) of legacy Time Division Multiplexing (TDM) switches. The speaker emphasizes the importance of TDM switch decom in reducing power consumption, cutting expenses, complying with regional climate regulations, and reclaiming valuable technical space. A key driver for Verizon is the steep costs associated with maintaining aging infrastructure under increasingly stringent local carbon emission laws, particularly in the Northeast Corridor.

A Complete Guide to Linux Log File Locations and Their Usage

Linux log files are text-based records that capture system events, application activities, and user actions. They're stored primarily in the /var/log directory and provide essential information for debugging issues, monitoring system health, and maintaining security. This guide covers the most important Linux log files and a few detailed techniques for reading and analyzing them.

Open Source Automation Tools: Popular Options & How to Choose the Right One for Your Needs

When looking at the broad landscape of IT automation tools, you’ll find dozens (if not hundreds) of tools that seem like viable solutions to your automation needs. Almost all of those tools can be broken down into two categories: Open source automation tools and commercial automation tools. (Open source automation tools with a commercial offering are still considered open source, even if the commercial edition has a price tag.)