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Summary

MongoDB is enhancing its integration with AWS by introducing new Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, specifically AWS CloudFormation and AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK), allowing developers to manage MongoDB Atlas infrastructure through code. These integrations facilitate automation, version control, security, disaster recovery, cost savings, and compliance, making infrastructure management more efficient. AWS CloudFormation enables users to define infrastructure with JSON or YAML templates, while AWS CDK allows the use of multiple programming languages to define cloud infrastructure, thereby simplifying deployment. The MongoDB Atlas integrations are designed to reduce IT sprawl and streamline infrastructure management in manufacturing, supporting real-time analytics and application-driven insights. Additionally, MongoDB is transitioning its leadership with Dev Ittycheria stepping down as CEO by November 2025, to be succeeded by Chirantan “CJ” Desai. This change comes as part of MongoDB's strategic evolution towards its next growth phase, MongoDB 3.0, which aims to leverage the rise of AI and data-intensive applications. The transition is intended to bring fresh leadership perspectives while maintaining MongoDB's trajectory as a leading technology company.