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Presentation: Platform Engineering in the Age of AI
Platform engineering is evolving rapidly alongside the rise of AI-assisted development. This presentation, "Platform Engineering in the Age of AI," explores how platform teams are adapting to support this shift, defining critical capabilities and navigating the crucial balance between standardization and developer freedom. Panelists Stéphane Di Cesare, Davide de Paolis, Stephen Cihak, Camila Macedo, and Renato Losio will share strategies for managing AI tooling, security, and evolving workflows.
AKS Looks to Make Node Disruption More Predictable with New NAP Guidance
Microsoft is enhancing the predictability of node disruptions within Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) with new guidance focused on Node Auto-Provisioning (NAP). This initiative balances the efficiency gains of automated node consolidation with the critical need for application availability. Platform teams can now leverage this resource to proactively manage potential impacts. For those exploring the broader implications of AI in data workflows, consider our article "How to Work with AI Coding Agents" for practical insights. This move underscores Microsoft’s commitment to a future-focused, reliable Kubernetes experience.
Developing and Deploying a Platform that the Business Understands and Developers Actually Want
Many platform teams struggle to bridge the gap between what leadership wants and what developers need. Lucas Hornung and Christian Matthaei recently outlined critical strategies to address this, emphasizing the importance of stakeholder engagement, measurable value (like DORA metrics), and clearly articulating the pain points developers experience. Visibility to management, coupled with a focus on demonstrable outcomes, is essential for adoption. For a compelling example of ambitious technological undertakings, see our article on "Why Realta Fusion is building a fusion reactor..."