2021’s top blogs: Kubernetes, AWS Lambda, and more

In 2021, New Relic's blog focused on several key technological topics, emphasizing the importance of observability in modern applications. The blog highlighted the growing popularity of Jamstack, a web architecture that utilizes static sites and CDNs to enhance performance, and showcased how New Relic's tools can monitor Jamstack applications like those built with Gatsby and Netlify. OpenTelemetry emerged as a significant project for standardizing telemetry data collection, while Kubernetes continued to be a complex yet essential platform for container orchestration, with New Relic providing insights into its integration with Pixie for improved cluster monitoring. AWS Lambda was recognized for simplifying server management through serverless computing, allowing developers to focus more on coding. Additionally, eBPF was discussed as a powerful tool for cloud-native applications, contributing to the broader conversation on observability. The overarching theme across these topics was the critical need for effective monitoring to prevent service outages and optimize performance in an increasingly complex tech landscape.