A beginner's guide to cloud native

Cloud native refers to the approach of building and running applications that leverage the advantages of cloud computing, requiring them to be both developed and operated within cloud environments. This methodology is characterized by the use of containers, service meshes, microservices, immutable infrastructure, and declarative APIs, which collectively create resilient, scalable, and manageable systems. Organizations like the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) support this approach by promoting the use of open-source technologies for modern, dynamic cloud environments. Containers serve as a lightweight way to package applications, while orchestrators like Kubernetes manage their deployment, ensuring efficiency and scalability. Microservices further enhance the development process by breaking applications into smaller, independently manageable parts, allowing for faster deployment and innovation. While public cloud platforms such as AWS facilitate the deployment of cloud native applications, private or hybrid solutions may be necessary for handling sensitive data or meeting specific regulatory requirements. The development process often benefits from a DevOps approach to streamline the integration of various tools, with platforms like GitLab offering solutions to simplify the transition to cloud native environments through integrated registries and Kubernetes support.

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