The State of CI/CD

The marriage of Development and Operations has proven a game-changer for high performing organizations. As a leading tactic in making this marriage work, organizations began to adopt the Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) model. DZone surveyed 415 developers on the ways in which DevOps teams are building up and taking advantage of their engineering maturity to establish fully functioning CI/CD pipelines.

This report will include original research, high-quality content from DZone’s most reputable contributors, as well as a DZone-exclusive interview with Gene Kim, renowned author and DevOps thought leader, on his advice for achieving pipeline maturity in 2020.

Data and Analytics

Getting to a place where a dashboard can be effective for all end-users, regardless of their understanding of data manipulation and analysis, is easier said than done.

To help you avoid common pitfalls, make the most out of your datasets, and create robust visualizations, we’ve sought the opinion of experts in the industry to share their knowledge on what it takes to up your data analytics toolset in 2020.

Cloud Database

Trends in cloud data storage continue to accelerate at a rapid pace. Now more than ever, organizations must evaluate their current and future data storage needs to find solutions that align with business goals. While cloud databases are relatively new to the scene, they show tremendous prospect in securing and managing data.

In selecting our topic for this trend report, we found the amount of promise and advancement in the space to be unparalleled. This report highlights DZone’s original research on cloud databases and contributions from the community, as well as introduces new offerings within DZone trend reports.

Cloud Native

Questions around how to efficiently manage microservices, accelerate deployments, and make applications scalable are answered through cloud-native technology. Cloud-native is all about taking advantage of the cloud in every way possible. This results in faster, more efficient ways to run, develop, and deploy applications — every aspect of your application infrastructure has been adopted and implemented with the cloud in mind.

In this report, we detail key findings from our original research and address how cloud native will add business value, the role of microservices in adopting cloud-native technology, and what business executives are saying about cloud-native.

Kubernetes and CI/CD

There were few initial indications that Kubernetes would become the technology standard for container orchestration that it is today. As an open-source product backed by Google’s resources and community, Kubernetes entered the market as an easily accessible and authoritative tool. The rise of Kubernetes came at a fortuitous time for organizations grappling with DevOps transformations and enterprise-wide CI/CD optimization, and the once-groundbreaking tool is now commonplace across the CI/CD lifecycle.

In light of the prominence and growing necessity of Kubernetes in any discussion of CI/CD processes, we examine the present and future state of both Kubernetes and CI/CD individually and together as cooperative and opposing entities.

DevSecOps

For years, security has been an afterthought — functionality that developers and product managers often address at the last minute. Security, like any other part of software development, is iterative; it takes rounds of testing and attention to detail to eliminate vulnerabilities. More organizations are beginning to understand the importance of security testing and integration, and as a result, they have started to incorporate security into their DevOps pipelines. With this in mind, we consulted industry experts and leaders about the state of DevSecOps adoption and implementation to help readers understand more effective ways to manage security throughout every step of the SDLC.

JavaScript Frameworks

JavaScript is constantly at the top of developer surveys. With the rise of Single Page Applications and front-end frameworks, and the onslaught of languages that now compile into JS, it's easy to see that JavaScript will continue to play a pivotal role in front-end and back-end development for the foreseeable future. What that future looks like exactly is in flux, especially as it relates to which frameworks are in vogue and which are on their way out. DZone’s JavaScript Frameworks Trend Report provides the perspectives of industry professionals and leaders, detailing the latest news and trends concerning JavaScript frameworks, all with the hope of giving readers a better understanding of which of these frameworks is right for their specific development needs.

Machine Learning

Industry leaders discuss the latest trends in machine learning. We dive into using machine learning with microserivces, deploying machine learning models in real-life applications, and where the field is going over the next 12 months. 

Migrating to Microservices

DZone Trend Reports expand on the tech content that our readers say is most helpful, including thought leadership and in-depth, original DZone research. The Migrating to Microservices Trend Report features expert predictions on the next phase of microservices adoption in the enterprise, as well as insights into some challenges and opportunities presented by current usage patterns.

Kubernetes in the Enterprise

DZone Trend Reports highlight thought leadership from tech experts as well as original DZone research. The Kubernetes in the Enterprise Trend Report, the first to focus exclusively on K8s, features insights into developer preferences and work habits related to Kubernetes and containerization. Experts on K8s also dive into the benefits and challenges of integrating the Kubernetes ecosystem into the enterprise environment.

Scaling DevOps

DZone Trend Reports dive into tech topics our readers most want to explore, featuring thought leadership from experts as well as original DZone research. The Scaling DevOps Trend Report includes survey insights on developers' experiences and preferences regarding DevOps processes and tools. Experts also share their perspectives on growing DevOps adoption across an organization, necessary cultural shifts, and the role of security in mature DevOps environments.

API Management

DZone Trend Reports zoom in on the content from our Research Guides that readers have found most useful. The API Management Trend Report features in-depth original research on developer preferences surrounding API programs and integrated systems. Experts in the field also share their perspectives on the importance of developer experience to API strategy, the business value of various API types, and the challenges of API-driven digital transformation.

Application Security

DZone Trend Reports will expand on the content from DZone Research Guides that our readers have told us is most useful. The Application Security Trend Report analyzes new developments in the increasingly important field of AppSec to predict what's next.

Databases: Evolving Solutions and Toolsets

Software applications rely on databases to deliver data from an ever-increasing array of sources — securely, at scale, and in real time. From graph databases and specialized time-series databases to ensuring high performance and deploying across platforms, DZone's 2019 Guide to Databases dives into the technologies and best practices that help developers extract near-instantaneous insights from complex data.

Automated Testing: Facilitating Continuous Delivery

It's no surprise that more organizations are making the shift from manual to automated testing — or that they're incorporating testing earlier in the software development lifecycle. Automated testing is a significant step on the road to continuous delivery. Download this guide to learn when to implement test-driven development, how to automate mobile UI testing, how to use natural language processing to write automated tests in plain English, and much more.

Containers: Orchestration and Beyond

From the introduction of Docker to LXC to Kubernetes, the world of containers has been constantly evolving — and it is not going to slow down any time soon. As the adoption of containers and their counterparts increases drastically, engineers and enterprises have had to increasingly put work into ensuring not only container security but also general functionality and maintenance. Download this guide to learn major orchestration trends, Kubernetes security, and more!

Java: New Developments and Features

Oracle's latest long-term release, Java 11, has been out for several months, Java 12 has just hit the scene, licensing has changed, and MicroProfile is growing. As Java continues to move faster, DZone is committed to educating our readers about the most important new features, why you should move beyond Java 8, how developers are using Java, and more.

The Internet of Things: Connecting Devices and Data

Whether you recognize it or not, the Internet of Things is becoming more pervasive everywhere, and it will only become more useful as more data is collected and analyzed and connected devices become more resilient and accurate. The 2019 Guide to the Internet of Things will explore how you can get started building your own connected devices and products, and how exactly to utilize all of your data to the best of your ability.

Big Data: Volume, Variety, and Velocity

Big data is the new competitive advantage and it is necessary for businesses. With the growing proliferation of data sources such as smart devices, vehicles, and applications, the need to process this data in real-time and to deliver relevant insights is more urgent than ever. The 2019 Guide to Big Data will explore tools and ecosystems for analyzing big data and relevant use cases ranging from sustainability science to autonomous vehicles.

DevOps: Implementing Cultural Change

There’s no shortage of developers and enterprises of all sizes who are interested in the increased speed, collaboration, and iteration that DevOps promises. And with our research showing that more than half of organizations have an officially designated DevOps team, the prevalence of DevOps is only going to grow. In this Guide, you’ll learn about cultural shifts within DevOps, how to achieve resilient software delivery with CI/CD, the rise of DevXOps, and more.

Microservices: Speed, Agility, and Flexibility

Microservices have dramatically improved developers’ ability to easily change, replace, and scale applications. The increased popularity of Microservices has even led to the development of technologies that coordinate well with the architectural pattern, and have helped facilitate container adoption and continuous delivery. This Guide focuses on the best approaches to reduce overhead during migration, an efficient method that teams working with Microservices can communicate with each other, and the best hosts for your applications.

Dynamic Web and Mobile Application Development

As mobile devices have become more and more engrained into everyday life, the line between web and mobile has become more and more blurred. Native development has given way to hybrid and web-based approaches. Download this guide to learn about how application development trends have changed to account for these changes, managing APIs and security in mobile development, 12-factor app guidelines, and more.

Databases: Relational and Beyond

The question in database technology is not SQL vs. NoSQL, it is how to use multiple kinds of databases to handle multiple use cases based on their persistence models. The 2018 Guide to Databases: Relational and Beyond explores how developers use polyglot persistence to achieve their goals, the benefits of utilizing graphs, and more.

Cloud: Serverless, Functions, and Multi-Cloud

As the cloud continues to mature and its adoption rates rise, the reach of technologies like serverless and FaaS is expanding further and further all the time. Companies can no longer afford to not take advantage of the cloud. The 2018 Guide to Cloud: Serverless, Functions, and Multi-Cloud covers how edge computing interacts with the cloud, how to leverage serverless architecture, what the hybrid cloud means, and more.

Security: Defending Your Code

As software attacks become more frequent and severe, it’s becoming more and more important to understand the top threats and how to protect against them. The 2018 DZone Guide to Security: Defending Your Code covers going beyond shifting left to protect applications, how to reduce hacker risk, and how AI takes security to the next level.

API Management: Comparative Views of Real-World Design

Discover what you need to know about the state of API management and enterprise integration. This guide explores API design, integration best practices, and securing APIs. Significant developments in microservices architectures, application security, and API design best practices require the latest knowledge of integrating systems. Learn how Integration is changing with the times. The 2018 Guide to API Management explores the API design, integration best practices and securing APIs.

Artificial Intelligence: Automating Decision-Making

Artificial Intelligence has exploded throughout the last year, improving many existing technologies and solving new problems. AI’s involvement in the open-source community should be no surprise either, as the research from open-source AI frameworks has led to algorithms and pre-trained machine learning and deep learning models. In the 2018 Guide to Artificial Intelligence: Automating Decision-Making, you’ll read about the breadth of uses cases that AI can solve, including how Apache Ignite can combat credit card fraud. You’ll also read about the rise of predictive analytics, the revolutionary qualities of Edge AI, and four use cases for predictive analytics.

Automated Testing: Your End-to-End Ecosystem

Automated testing has matured significantly from its initial purpose of conducting simple tests to being of product-level importance for building software at the levels of quality and speed required by today’s market. Now automated testing powers continuous delivery/deployment pipelines and is an essential part of a modern SDLC. In this Guide, you’ll learn the key principles of chaos engineering, discover strategies for maintaining and scaling your end-to-end testing, and explore best practices for test-driven development.

Containers: Development and Management

The growing popularity of containers has led to increasingly diverse use cases for container technologies. Implications of this change are wide-ranging, affecting everything from app deployment, to hosting, to CI/CD. New challenges are arising as well, including concerns about data security, implementation issues, and developer experience. In this Guide, you’ll learn best practices for managing multiple clouds, explore reference architectures for implementing cloud-native enterprises, and discover Kubernetes object management techniques to make your work plan faster and smoother.

Java: Features, Improvements, and Updates

Ever since James Gosling introduced Java to the world in the mid-nineties, this programming language has held a special place in the technical world. With its simple nature, outstanding community, and extraordinary ecosystem of libraries and utilities, it’s no surprise that it remains the most popular programming language. Oracle's change to a six-month release cadence can make it difficult to keep up with the current state of Java, but we’d like to catch you up and prepare you for the future with updates on Java 9 and 10 releases, what’s new with Java EE, and an exploration into null-safety in Kotlin and Java.