Notes on product, infrastructure, and operations.

How AI and vibe coding changed the economics of software development in 2026

Before mature AI tools, building an MVP was an expensive bet. Even a small product required choosing a stack in advance, assembling a team, agreeing on an architecture, planning a roadmap, and paying for several weeks of work before anyone knew whether the result would be useful. A wrong hypothesis was expensive not only in money, but also in time: while the team was building the first version, the market could already be showing that the idea was weak, the sales channel did not work, or the user problem had been framed incorrectly.

What an Outsourced SRE Team Actually Does

It is easy to imagine an external SRE team as a group of people who "watch the servers" and step in when something breaks. A strong external SRE does not work that way. The goal is not to become a remote emergency button, but to turn product operations into a managed engineering function.

How SRE Outsourcing Helps Startups Scale Infrastructure

In an early-stage startup, infrastructure almost always looks like a temporary concern. At first, one person who knows where the Terraform code lives, how to roll back a release, and who has access to production seems to be enough. Then the first bigger customers arrive, traffic grows, a second or third service appears, and it becomes clear that infrastructure is no longer just background work. It starts competing with the product for the founders' attention.

Post COVID era

After the COVID-19 pandemic, many businesses appear to be taking a step backward. Some companies are saying to their employees, ‘We want you in the office for at least n days a week,’ but this approach may not be the wisest choice. It’s clear that the world will never be the same.

Jenkins vs GitLab CI

In the realm of DevOps, Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Deployment (CD) are indispensable practices that contribute to the streamlined production of software. Two prominent tools that facilitate these practices are GitLab CI and Jenkins.

Streamline Your Documentation Process with Sphinx

In the fast-paced world of Information Technology, effective communication stands as the linchpin for successful project execution. An essential facet of this communication is well-organized and accessible documentation. Here, we introduce Sphinx, a robust documentation generator that transforms simple plain text into beautiful, interactive, and functional documentation.

The Danger of Uncapped Cloud Billing: Why You Should Be Cautious About Cloud Services

Cloud computing has revolutionized the way we think about infrastructure, scaling, and services. It’s fast, flexible, and seemingly limitless. But there’s one major problem that often gets overlooked in the rush to embrace the cloud: uncapped cloud billing.

Navigating the Future: Uncovering App Monetization Trends and Forecasts (2023-2026)

The digital ecosystem is in a perpetual state of evolution, influenced by technological advancements, user behavior, and economic dynamics. Within this dynamic landscape, app monetization remains a critical focus for developers and businesses aiming to capitalize on their digital assets.

Turning Code into Cash: Unveiling App Monetization Strategies

In the digital realm, creating a remarkable application is only half the battle won; the other half is about converting its value into revenue. Monetization is the linchpin that transforms a well-coded app into a profitable digital asset. However, the path to successful app monetization isn’t a straight line but a strategic maze that requires an understanding of available monetization models, user behavior, and market trends. This article delves into various app monetization strategies, shedding light on how developers and businesses can optimize their digital offerings to generate sustainable revenue while continuing to provide value to the users.

The Future of IT Outsourcing Services: A Decade of Transformation

As we stand on the threshold of a new decade, the IT outsourcing services industry finds itself at a pivotal crossroads. Over the past several years, this sector has undergone significant transformations driven by rapid technological advancements, economic shifts, and changing global dynamics.

Monetizing Digital Dreams: An Exploration of Top Application Monetization Platforms in 2023

In the flourishing digital ecosystem, developing a groundbreaking application is only the initial step towards success.

Navigating the Digital Landscape: A Deep Dive into the Application Development Process

DevOps and SRE in 2026: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters

Over the last decade, DevOps and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) have become standard approaches to building and operating modern infrastructure. Many companies use these terms interchangeably, but they are not the same. Understanding the difference is important for business decisions, hiring, and infrastructure strategy. In this article, we look at DevOps and SRE from a business perspective: what they are, how they differ, and when each approach makes sense.

When Should a Company Hire SRE Instead of DevOps

Many companies ask the same question at some point: **Do we need DevOps engineers, or do we need SRE?** This is not just a technical question. This is a **business decision about reliability, risk, and growth**. In this article we will look at: - when DevOps is enough - when SRE becomes necessary - how to decide from a business perspective - what criteria to use - common mistakes companies make

Signs Your Infrastructure Needs SRE Support

In this article, we will look at the key signs that indicate your infrastructure may need SRE support.

How Companies Grow from DevOps to SRE

When we talk about DevOps and SRE, many people imagine that a company simply decides to “switch to SRE” one day. In reality this almost never happens. Companies do not jump from DevOps to SRE. They grow into SRE gradually, usually over several years, as systems become more complex and downtime becomes more expensive.

Which on-premises mail server to choose in 2026?

A concise overview of popular open source self-hosted mail stacks: components (MTA, IMAP/POP, web client, anti-spam), supported OS, Kubernetes readiness, operational effort, and project maturity. At the end: a comparison table and practical picks for Kubernetes and traditional VMs.

Supporting app development: infrastructure and DevOps without extra magic

When a team starts building an app, things usually look simple. A repo, a server, a database, sometimes Docker, deploy over SSH — and it works. At that stage almost nobody thinks about DevOps, SRE, developer platforms, and similar buzzwords.

How AI Is Changing SRE Work in 2026

There is a 1965 Soviet cartoon called “Vovka in the Far Far Away Kingdom.” Its hero dreams of a fairy-tale life in which he never has to do anything himself. Then the “two from the casket” appear: helpers ready to carry out any command quickly and without questions. But they do…