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Multi-Cloud Handbook for Developers

By : Subash Natarajan, Jeveen Jacob
Book Image

Multi-Cloud Handbook for Developers

By: Subash Natarajan, Jeveen Jacob

Overview of this book

Unleash the power of cloud computing with Multi-Cloud Handbook for Developers, your guide to mastering the nuances of cloud-native and multi-cloud, covering practical strategies for design, development, and management. Explore the essential concepts, challenges, and methodologies critical for navigating the complex landscape of modern cloud computing. Using core architectural and design principles (such as microservices and 12-factor architecture) and advanced strategies (such as distributed application design patterns, domain-driven design (DDD), and API-first strategies), you’ll learn how to build portable and efficient apps across various cloud platforms. You’ll understand how to leverage Infrastructure as Code (IaC), continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD), GitOps, and DevOps practices, along with containerization and orchestration techniques using Docker and Kubernetes. You’ll also get to grips with data, security, compliance, and cloud cost management strategies in multi-cloud environments. With real-world case studies, best practices, and insights into future trends, this book will equip you with the skills to develop, manage, troubleshoot, and innovate cloud-native applications across diverse cloud platforms, positioning you at the forefront of the cloud computing revolution.
Table of Contents (17 chapters)
1
Part 1:Introduction to Multi-Cloud and Cloud-Native
4
Part 2: Designing and Developing Cloud-Native Applications for Multi-Cloud
7
Part 3: Managing and Operating Cloud-Native Apps in Multi-Cloud
11
Part 4: Best Practices, Case Studies, and Future Trends for Multi-Cloud and Cloud-Native

Security best practices for deployment

As we presented in Chapter 5, Managing Security, Data, and Compliance on Multi-Cloud, security is paramount when deploying cloud-native applications in multi-cloud environments. In this section, we’ll explore key security measures such as encryption and IAM and security audits, to safeguard your applications:

  • Encryption: This is fundamental for securing data both in transit and at rest. It ensures that even if unauthorized access occurs, the data remains unreadable. Let’s consider some examples:
    • Transport Layer Security (TLS)/Secure Sockets Layer (SSL): Implement TLS/SSL for data in transit. For instance, you can configure NGINX as a reverse proxy with Let’s Encrypt to automatically manage SSL certificates, securing communication between users and your application.
    • Encryption-at-rest: Employ encryption mechanisms provided by cloud providers. In AWS, use Amazon S3 server-side encryption to protect data stored in S3 buckets...