Platform Engineering

Foreword

In my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with hundreds of organizations and leaders to help them deliver value to their customers through software. It all began with the DORA research program, which set the standard for measuring software delivery performance in the industry.

Over the years, I’ve also researched how we can improve the developer experience to fuel innovation in complex software environments. In the midst of technological transformations, I’ve seen companies struggle with the complexities, often pinning their hopes on a shift to the cloud as a cure-all solution, only to find that more groundwork is needed.

This is where platform engineering plays a vital role, providing a crucial foundation for boosting agility, speeding up time to market, and enhancing overall product quality and user experience. By standardizing tools, infrastructure, and workflows, platform engineering streamlines development, fosters collaboration, and amps up efficiency among teams. It’s the backbone that ensures scalability, reliability, and security, empowering organizations to keep pace with evolving needs while maintaining top-notch performance.

Yet, despite its significance, there’s a glaring lack of resources guiding organizations through platform engineering work. This book steps in to fill that void, offering practical advice that extends beyond the developer experience to thinking about your infrastructure holistically and planning for what happens beyond putting your ...