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AI-Assisted Legacy Code Modernization: A Developer's Guide
Learn practical strategies for using AI to modernize legacy code, avoid common pitfalls, and boost developer productivity.
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From Minecraft Mods to AI Agents: Cloud Development Expanded
Three frustrated Minecraft modders accidentally sparked a cloud development revolution. Now AI agents are changing coding forever. What devs need to know.
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Deconstructing the 'Vibe Carpentry' Comparison
A LinkedIn post unfairly compared Vibe Coding to untrained carpentry, but the analogy actually strengthens the case for citizen development.
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Building Blocks to Code Blocks: Minecraft to Whiteboard IDE
Meet Romain Courtois, creator of pad.ws, who's merging whiteboards and cloud IDEs to reshape collaborative coding.
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The Shadow PaaS vs CaaS War: Cloud Foundry's Relevance in a Kubernetes World
Remember when everyone was arguing about Cloud Foundry vs. Kubernetes? This blog takes a fresh look at that debate and points out something interesting - maybe we're all missing the point. Instead of fighting about which platform is "better," it shows how Cloud Foundry is quietly getting amazing results for companies who just want to ship good code faster. Included with stats and real world examples, it breaks down when each platform makes sense and why choosing the right tool for your needs matters more than following the latest trend.
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Cloud Foundry Goes to KubeCon: Community FTW!
Ever been to a party where the new kid ends up stealing the show? That's basically what happened when Cloud Foundry showed up at KubeCon in Salt Lake City. This blog takes you behind the scenes of the event, from developers' jaws dropping at their first 'cf push' experience to the latest scoop on AI in the cloud world. Plus, there's a fun bit about the struggles of being bald on camera (spoiler: overhead lighting is not your friend). It's a quick look at how Cloud Foundry is still turning heads in the Kubernetes world, complete with all the awards, announcements, and yes, even some swag goblin sightings!
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Demystifing AI Integration with Cloud Foundry: A Spring AI Deep Dive
Want to add AI to your enterprise apps without the headache? This post breaks down how Spring AI and Cloud Foundry are making it surprisingly simple. We're talking about switching between AI providers as easily as changing a few lines of code, and getting your apps to talk to AI as naturally as chatting with a colleague. No PhD required – just practical tips from real developers who've been there, done that, and want to help you avoid the tough parts. Perfect for anyone looking to dip their toes into enterprise AI without diving into the deep end!
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Taming the Log Beast: How Spring Cloud Data Flow Makes Cloud Foundry Logs Manageable
Drowning in Cloud Foundry logs? This practical guide shows how Spring Cloud Data Flow can help you turn that flood of information into manageable, useful streams. From real-world examples to step-by-step setup instructions, learn how to make your logs work for you, not against you. Perfect for platform engineers and developers who want to spend less time wading through logs and more time building great apps!
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Shrink Your Java Apps by 90%: Cloud Foundry's Native Image Magic
Want to slash your Java app's memory usage without breaking a sweat? This guide shows how Cloud Foundry's Java Native Image Compilation can cut your memory footprint by up to 90% - no computer science degree required! Follow along as we break down the process into simple steps, complete with real examples and practical tips from the pros.
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