The Top 5 DevOps Trends in 2024

Here are the top DevOps trends to watch for in 2024. These trends are set to shape the future of DevOps practices. Keep an eye on these developments to stay ahead in the industry. 

Because threats evolve constantly, security is very important in the world of DevOps. This problem has led to the rise of DevSecOps, which stresses putting security measures in place throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Using DevSecOps helps create a work environment where everyone on the team is responsible for security, not just the security team.  

Adding security early on and all the way through the DevOps process makes sure that holes are found and fixed quickly. It lowers the risk of security leaks. As a result, goods are not only well-made and effective, but also safe by design, which is a big advantage in today's security-conscious market.  

Google puts a lot of thought into security in its cloud platform. It uses DevSecOps concepts to make sure that its cloud services are strong, flexible, and safe. They use computerized methods for constant tracking and finding problems. Also, they give workers safe systems and tools for building software. 

The idea of NoOps, or fully automating business tasks, is becoming more popular. 

The goal of NoOps is for systems to be able to manage and fix themselves, so they don't need a separate operations team.  

The smart use of AI and ML has made this advanced automation possible. These technologies have made systems more efficient and less likely to make mistakes

When it comes to software development, NoOps can mean big savings in costs and better operations. When systems are automated, regular maintenance takes less time, leaving more time for new ideas and important projects. 

Serverless computing is changing DevOps by letting workers write code without having to worry about handling the hardware underneath. This trend is being caused by the need to be able to grow, save money, and make software application deployment easier. 

Companies that develop software can build and launch apps faster and more cheaply with serverless designs.   

Coca-Cola switched its smart vending machines, called Freestyle, to serverless, which saved the company a lot of money. It took them about 66% less work to cut costs from about $13,000 per machine per year to $4,500. During the pandemic, the Freestyle systems handled about 80 million questions per month, making the whole process totally touchless.

Even a two- or three-second delay could cause drinks to spill and waste product, which is also annoying to customers.  

So, this method cuts down on the work that goes into handling computers and equipment, which means lower costs and more flexibility in meeting market needs. 

As systems get more complicated, it's important that they can be fully observed and monitored. To learn more about how an application works and to fix problems before they happen, you need advanced tracking, logging, and debugging tools.  

It helps us make sure that the software we give is of good quality and effective. For better understanding of how applications work in real-life situations, improved observability makes it easier to find and fix possible problems quickly. This not only makes applications more reliable and faster, but it also makes customers happier and more trusting.  

Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS) on EC2 now has Amazon CloudWatch Container Insights, which lets you see more about your containers. This was announced by Amazon Web Services (AWS). This fully controlled tracking and observability service lets DevOps workers, developers, SREs, and IT managers see what's going on in their microservice and containerized apps right away.   

 This improved observability feature gives you more data from Kubernetes control plane parts like etcd and the API server. It also has detailed health and performance metrics up to the container level which makes it easier to find problems and fix them.

The DevOps arena has undergone notable evolutions and shifts, making it essential for software development teams and businesses to keep up with these changes to stay competitive and efficient.  

Softura, with its cutting-edge DevOps services, stands as a valuable partner for businesses looking to navigate these advancements and optimize their software development processes effectively.