Publications

Here you’ll find various external publications and blog entries regarding DevOps, Kuberentes, Containers, and Cyber Security that I’ve authored.

Kubernetes Secret Handbook


As an official reviewer during its development, I provided feedback on The Kubernetes Secrets Handbook, helping shape its comprehensive approach to securely managing sensitive data in Kubernetes environments.

Secret Management and Kubernetes: Part 1

A blog post about two of the most common questions from companies trying to create solid DevOps strategies.
– How to manage secrets within our organisation?
– How to securely consume these secrets in our Kubernetes environments?

Secret Management and Kubernetes : Part 2

Part two of my blog post on Secret Management with Kuberentes is now available, in which we look at and demonstrate how to use the ever-popular Secret Store CSI driver to secure secrets in Kuberentes:

Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist Study Guide

Kubernetes doesn’t have to be hard but it does need to be SECURE.

Learn how I prepared to sit the CNCF Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist exam and passed.

No cheating, just good preparation

Unlock the Full Potential of Kubernetes: The Power of Training for Platform Engineers and Developers.

As more and more organisations turn to Kubernetes as their go-to container orchestration tool, it’s becoming increasingly vital to ensure that platform engineers and developers are properly trained in its use

Migrating a Django Application from AWS Elastic Beanstalk to AWS App Runner

In this article we will discuss the challenges Soundsmith experienced with their core service, a powerful Django application deployed on Elastic Beanstalk and their migration to AWS App Runner to address these issues..

What is new in Kubernetes 1.27?

Kubernetes enthusiasts take note! The highly-anticipated release of Kubernetes 1.27 has arrived. With over 60 enhancements, including a mix of new features, feature improvements, and deprecations, this new version is sure to be of interest to many….