Summaries of books about Networking & Cloud Computing:
The Kubernetes Book
2023 Edition
Nigel Poulton
The book provides an in-depth guide to Kubernetes, covering its core concepts, architecture, and how to deploy, manage, and scale applications in a Kubernetes cluster. It includes practical examples, best practices, and updates relevant to the latest developments in the Kubernetes ecosystem as of 2023.
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Site Reliability Engineering
How Google Runs Production Systems
Niall Richard Murphy|Betsy Beyer|Chris Jones|Jennifer Petoff
The book provides insights into Google's approach to ensuring their large-scale systems are reliable and scalable, discussing principles and practices such as service level objectives (SLOs), automation, and incident management. It covers the role of a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE), detailing how they balance the need for system stability with the demands of new features and growth.
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Docker Deep Dive
Zero to Docker in a single book
Nigel Poulton
The book provides a comprehensive guide to understanding and using Docker, a popular containerization platform, covering fundamental concepts, architecture, and commands. It takes readers from the basics to advanced features, including container orchestration, security, and best practices for deployment.
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Explain the Cloud Like I'm 10
Learn the Secrets of AWS, Azure, GCP, and K8s
Todd Hoff
The book simplifies the complex concepts of cloud computing, breaking them down into easy-to-understand explanations suitable for beginners, with a focus on major cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP, as well as Kubernetes. It covers the basics of cloud services, how they work, and their practical applications in the modern digital landscape.
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Tubes
A Journey to the Center of the Internet
Andrew Blum
The book explores the physical infrastructure of the internet, taking readers on a tour of data centers, undersea cables, and other tangible components that make up the global network. It demystifies the internet by revealing the actual buildings and hardware that enable our digital connectivity.
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AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate Training Notes 2023
Fast-track your exam success with these ultimate cheat sheets for the SAA-C03 exam
Neal Davis
The book provides condensed study materials and key concepts necessary for passing the AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate SAA-C03 exam. It includes summaries, diagrams, and tables to help candidates quickly review and remember cloud architecture principles, AWS services, and best practices.
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Ansible for DevOps
Server and configuration management for humans
Jeff Geerling
The book provides a comprehensive guide to using Ansible for automating server setup, configuration, and management, making it easier for developers and sysadmins to maintain and deploy software. It covers fundamental concepts, practical examples, and best practices for using Ansible in various environments to streamline and scale IT infrastructure.
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Where Wizards Stay Up Late
The Origins Of The Internet
Matthew Lyon|Katie Hafner
The book chronicles the development of the internet, detailing the contributions of the visionary scientists and engineers at ARPA who laid the groundwork for the digital revolution. It explores the creation of ARPANET, the challenges overcome, and the key figures like Vint Cerf and Robert Kahn who played pivotal roles in the early stages of internet history.
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Networking All-in-One For Dummies
Doug Lowe
The book serves as a comprehensive guide to networking, covering a wide range of topics from the basics of network configuration, hardware, and protocols to more advanced subjects like network security, virtualization, and cloud services. It provides step-by-step instructions, practical tips, and troubleshooting advice for both beginners and experienced network professionals.
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Ahead in the Cloud
Best Practices for Navigating the Future of Enterprise IT
Stephen Orban
The book provides insights and practical guidance on how enterprises can leverage cloud computing to innovate and stay competitive. It covers strategies for cloud adoption, the importance of a strong culture and leadership, and real-world examples from leading organizations on their journey to the cloud.
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