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Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure and Operations Explained

By : Mansura Habiba
Book Image

Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure and Operations Explained

By: Mansura Habiba

Overview of this book

Most organizations are now either moving to the cloud through modernization or building their apps in the cloud. Hybrid cloud is one of the best approaches for cloud migration and the modernization journey for any enterprise. This is why, along with coding skills, developers need to know the big picture of cloud footprint and be aware of the integration models between apps in a hybrid and multi-cloud infrastructure. This book represents an overview of your end-to-end journey to the cloud. To be future agnostic, the journey starts with a hybrid cloud. You'll gain an overall understanding of how to approach migration to the cloud using hybrid cloud technologies from IBM and Red Hat. Next, you’ll be able to explore the challenges, requirements (both functional and non-functional), and the process of app modernization for enterprises by analyzing various use cases. The book then provides you with insights into the different reference solutions for app modernization on the cloud, which will help you to learn how to design and implement patterns and best practices in your job. By the end of this book, you’ll be able to successfully modernize applications and cloud infrastructure in hyperscaler public clouds such as IBM and hybrid clouds using Red Hat technologies as well as develop secure applications for cloud environments.
Table of Contents (16 chapters)
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Part 1: Moving to Hybrid Cloud
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Part 2: Cloud-Native Methods, Practices, and Technology
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Part 3: Elements of Embedded Linux

Exploring IBM Cloud Pak for Network Automation

ICP4NA enables the automation of different network operations for Telco cloud platforms using AI and automation frameworks. As a result, cloud service providers (CSPs) can transform their networks. The main goal is to provide zero-touch operations for the underlying platform and network operations to reduce OPEX and deliver services faster. ICP4NA allows for the automation and virtualization of business support services and operation services. In addition, ICP4NA enables automating and optimizing network operations and network component monitoring and management.

Figure 7.10 shows the logical architecture of ICP4NA. The core capabilities of ICP4NA are described as follows:

  • Pattern recognition: Discover hidden patterns and trends to continuously fine-tune network operations and performance. These patterns help to identify intrusions, vulnerabilities, and threats.
  • Operation: Automate network and service designs, deployments...