Listen "Keymakers of Platform Engineering"
Episode Synopsis
How do platform engineers become the "keymakers" of modern technology? In this episode, I break down the principles of platform engineering through the lens of product development—prototyping, scaling, and abstracting. You'll learn how to design platforms that empower teams to build, test, and deploy at scale while maintaining consistency and reliability across environments. From modular design to service contracts and pipelines, this episode dives into creating platforms that truly unlock success.Thoughtfully Critical is a weekly podcast created by Chris Wahl. You can find out more about Chris by reading his newsletter at Wahl Network. Please subscribe and leave a review to help shape the conversation.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction04:16 Where to start07:32 Scaling the platform11:16 Abstracting the platformLinks & Resources:How to Improve Documentation Practices in Engineering Teams on Wahl NetworkPlatform Engineering topics on Wahl NetworkThe Matrix Reloaded IMDB PageQuote: "Platforms are the right way to build if you want it done right."
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