Cloud application development

This section provides tips and best practices around the latest cloud application development tools and trends. Compare different development environments, such as PaaS and low-code/no-code platforms, and learn whether, and how, to embrace development strategies such as DevOps and CI/CD. Also, read coverage of emerging technologies, such as AI, machine learning and serverless computing.

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Cloud application development News

June 26, 2019 26 Jun'19
Netflix content engineers pick GraphQL over REST, Falcor

When the Netflix content engineering team chose a data query language for a new system to pull data from a variety of backend services, they passed over REST to go with GraphQL.
June 21, 2019 21 Jun'19
IBM Blockchain platform adds hybrid, multi-cloud support

IBM has enhanced its blockchain platform such that it will run on other cloud platforms beyond the IBM Cloud, including the AWS and Microsoft Azure clouds.
June 14, 2019 14 Jun'19
Microsoft AI Builder brings machine learning to PowerApps

Microsoft AI Builder empowers nonprogrammers to incorporate AI as they build applications using low-code/no-code platforms.
June 07, 2019 07 Jun'19
Salesforce moves Lightning Web Components to open source

Salesforce contributed its low-code web development framework to the open source community to bring more developers with new ideas into its fold.

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Cloud application development Get Started

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Integration as a Service (IaaS)

Integration as a Service (IaaS) is a cloud-based delivery model that strives to connect on-premise data with data located in cloud-based applications. Continue Reading
How to set up an Azure Kubernetes cluster using the UI

Watch this step-by-step tutorial to learn how to create and deploy a cluster in Azure Kubernetes Service and get your organization started with container-based applications. Continue Reading
Get to know Microsoft's Azure IoT services

With so many connected devices distributed across the globe, enterprises need a way to manage and monitor their IoT assets. See what Azure services are available to help. Continue Reading

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Evaluate Cloud application development Vendors & Products

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TOSCA and other cloud standardization efforts stall

As enterprises continue to work with multiple cloud models, they are sure to face integration, interoperability and portability issues. Cloud standards may still be the answer. Continue Reading
Break down 11 Google big data services

Navigating the range of big data services on Google Cloud Platform can be a challenge. Here is a list that breaks down what Google offers in the realm of big data analytics. Continue Reading
Azure API Management consumption tier targets serverless

Azure's API Management consumption tier is built to manage serverless APIs, but it lacks many features users take for granted. Find out if its benefits outweigh the drawbacks. Continue Reading

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Manage Cloud application development

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Untangle cloud application integration spiderwebs

A migration is a big feat, but once you are in cloud it's not a 'set it and forget it' situation. Enterprises should take a closer look at integrations and connections. Continue Reading
Build a multi-cloud application with these 4 tips

A multi-cloud architecture is often more aspirational than practical, but it's doable if you plan ahead. Follow these tips to learn when and how to build apps to span multiple public clouds. Continue Reading
Improve cloud performance with these 6 techniques

Boost the performance of enterprise cloud applications with the right mix of services and design choices. Consider these elements to optimize your workloads. Continue Reading

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AI presents new cloud security challenges when building apps

AI and machine learning technologies can broaden an application's capabilities, but they can also open an enterprise to new threats. Continue Reading
cloud integration

Cloud integration is the act of combining different cloud-based systems into an integral whole. The term may also refer to joining cloud-based systems with on-premises systems. Continue Reading
Strike a cost-performance balance in microservices deployment

To successfully deploy microservices in the cloud, IT teams should beware of these four common mistakes around resource locations, service selection and more. Continue Reading

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