Without the Hype
A pragmatic infrastructure series that strips out dogma and explains what these technologies actually solve, where they hurt, and when to use them.
Part 1
Docker Without the Hype
Docker explained for decision-makers: the real trade-offs, hidden costs, and honest advice about when containerization actually makes sense.
9 min readPart 2
Kubernetes Without the Kool-Aid
Kubernetes promised simplicity at scale. What I got was 400 lines of YAML, a sidecar crash that took down prod, and an education in organizational politics
14 min readPart 3
Microservices Without the Madness
Microservices aren’t magic. This guide breaks down when to use them, when not to, and why your monolith might be your smartest move yet.
4 min readPart 4
Infrastructure as Code Without the Evangelism
A satirical deep dive into Infrastructure as Code. What it solves, how it hurts, and why Terraform isn’t a religion (even if it feels like one).
5 min read