March 2021 Summaries

Vultr CLI is an open-source command line interface tool designed to streamline the management of Vultr cloud resources, such as instances, block storages, and firewalls, directly from a terminal. Powered by Vultr's v2 API, which enhances user experience with features like paging and increased rate limits, the CLI simplifies interactions by reducing the need for repetitive typing and formatting required by API calls. Users can effortlessly perform tasks such as checking region availability, creating instances with specific configurations, and managing block storage, all with simple command line arguments that return data in an organized, readable format. The tool is accessible to both seasoned tech professionals and beginners, offering a robust command set that aids in efficient workflow management, although some tasks, like API key management and support ticket tracking, still require access to the Vultr members portal. By hosting its CLI and other open-source tools on GitHub, Vultr invites users to explore and contribute, with plans for more offerings on the horizon.

Constant, a prominent provider of cloud computing and bare metal solutions, has announced significant additions to its executive leadership team to support its global growth. The new leadership includes J.J. Kardwell as Chief Executive Officer, Matt Amundson as Chief Marketing Officer, and Shonal Narayan as Vice President of Demand Generation. Founder David Aninowsky will transition to the role of Executive Chairman. Kardwell, with over 20 years of experience and a background at EverString and Summit Partners, is expected to enhance Constant's innovation and reach in the cloud infrastructure sector. The company, founded in 1996, has grown into the fastest-growing alternative cloud provider, with its flagship product, Vultr, serving over 1.3 million customers worldwide. Constant's focus on automated cloud infrastructure continues to attract a global clientele, having launched more than 30 million cloud servers.