Cloud Native is Just a Marketing Term

Software developers used to use the term cloud native to describe applications  that are designed for the cloud, but today it seems to be more of a term for containerized applications. This episode of the Tech Field Day podcast, recorded ahead of Cloud Field Day 20, includes Guy Currier, Jack Poller, Ziv Levy, and Stephen Foskett discussing the true meaning of cloud native today.


As Application Developers, Why Should We Monitor the Internet?

Jack Poller probes the importance of internet monitoring for application developers, addressing the critical impact of external network issues on app performance and user satisfaction. He advocates for proactive measures, suggesting developers should extend their monitoring beyond internal systems to include the broader internet landscape that affects end-to-end application delivery. Poller’s perspective underscores the necessity of comprehensive oversight in ensuring applications function reliably in the vast and unpredictable terrain of the internet. Read more in this LinkedIn Pulse article inspired by Catchpoint’s presentation at AppDev Field Day.


Google Cloud & Cloud Run: Helping Developers Build Faster?

Jack Poller addresses how Google Cloud’s Cloud Run service is accelerating the development process for programmers in this LinkedIn Pulse article for AppDev Field Day. He highlights the platform’s capacity to streamline projects by handling infrastructure management tasks, allowing developers to focus on writing and deploying code. Poller suggests that Cloud Run could be a key tool for developers seeking to deliver applications more quickly and efficiently in a competitive tech landscape.


Optimizing Observability With Mezmo

Jack Poller discusses the critical role of Mezmo, previously known as LogDNA, in optimizing the observability of complex IT systems. He explains how Mezmo offers comprehensive tools for log management and analytics that aid teams in maintaining system health and quickly resolving incidents. Poller’s article emphasizes the importance of effective observability in today’s IT infrastructure and how Mezmo stands out in supporting these operational needs.


Jack Poller

Principal Cyber Security Industry Analyst