1. HashiCorp Nomad Fundamentals: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide
Written by Bryan Krausen, this book offers a comprehensive introduction to HashiCorp Nomad, an essential tool for managers and engineers working with multi-cloud environments. With the rapid evolution of technology, understanding orchestrators like Nomad is crucial for implementing effective application management. Krausen’s clear and structured approach to the subject makes it accessible, even for complete beginners. You will learn everything from installation to deploying applications, which is important for adapting to modern infrastructure needs.
If you’re looking to start your journey into infrastructure automation, this book is a must-read!
2. Infrastructure-as-Code Automation Using Terraform, Packer, Vault, Nomad and Consul
This masterpiece, co-authored by Navin Sabharwal, Sarvesh Pandey, and Piyush Pandey, dives deep into infrastructure automation tools and practices. Emphasizing hands-on deployment and real-world applications, this book brings together several powerful tools in the DevOps realm. The step-by-step guidance and best practices provided will not only enhance your skills but also empower you to implement fully automated infrastructure in your projects. Ideal for both novice and experienced practitioners, this guide effectively bridges the gap between theory and practice.
Don’t miss out on this invaluable resource for mastering infrastructure automation!
3. Consul: Up and Running: Service Mesh for Any Runtime or Cloud
Luke Kysow’s “Consul: Up and Running” is a crucial addition for those looking to integrate service mesh technologies in their applications. This book demystifies the complexity surrounding service mesh and provides a clear framework for applying it within various runtimes or clouds. The actionable insights and practical examples enable readers to effectively utilize Consul for service discovery, configuration, and segmentation. In an era where microservices are becoming the norm, understanding how to implement a service mesh is important for ensuring application resilience.
Make sure to include this notable work in your reading list!
4. Terraform: Up & Running: Writing Infrastructure as Code
Yevgeniy Brikman’s “Terraform: Up & Running” is a definitive guide that transforms the way you think about infrastructure management. With clear explanations and a focus on best practices, this book takes you from novice to proficient in using Terraform for infrastructure as code (IaC). It emphasizes practical examples, reinforcing learning through real-world scenarios, and helps streamline the infrastructure deployment process. In addition, the engaging writing style makes it easy to digest complex concepts.
This is an essential read for anyone serious about evolving their infrastructure management capabilities.
5. Aprende Kubernetes de Principiante a Expertos en 2021
For Spanish-speaking readers, Carmelo Ramos Serrano’s “Aprende Kubernetes de Principiante a Expertos en 2021” provides a thorough exploration of Kubernetes, a must-know technology in the world of containerization. This book covers basic to advanced management techniques, making it suitable for learners at any stage. Ramos Serrano takes a pragmatic approach, equipping readers with the skills to effectively manage containers. The detailed explanations combined with relevant illustrations aid in understanding complex concepts easily.
If you want to master container orchestration, this book is your guide!
