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Chiugo Josephat Okpala Oct 22, 2024

The author gave new insights into DevSecOps. It was interesting how he relates that to a practical enterprise environment.

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Kindle Customer Sep 01, 2024

This is a great book with good concepts of DevOPS, different types of tools, and guidance on how to install and set it up.The references provided are great, and for someone who is a big fan of The Phoenix Project, I really liked the context brought to it; it was perfect. The chapters are well-connected, and the concept of DevOps/DevSecOPS is great. The explanation of different platforms and tools, GitLab/GitHub, is just amazing. I couldn't agree more that DevOps is all about speed, agility, and continuous improvement, so it is cybersecurity and protection.Technical for all levels, directed, and at the same time detailed, engaging, and not boring at all. You want to continue to read and move on to the next chapter. I couldn't stop reading this book and what was next. Wonderful work. It is a masterpiece for everyone who wants to start or knows DevSecOPS.

vPhillyEngineer Oct 15, 2024

Everyday, security teams are challenged with supporting the efforts of developers and not hindering progress. Also, as DevOps practices evolve, so does the security model to protect applications.This is a great book because of the structure and contents. The structure starts with helping the reader understand what is "DevOps" along with providing resources for additional reference. Understanding DevOps principles is very helpful when it comes to engaging with development teams early on during their planning cycle.From there, understanding what is a Software Supply Chain and security recommendations to protect this type of model. This provides the reader additional opportunities to learn about providing security controls and guardrails to protect a complex application structure during deployment.David has extensive knowledge regarding multiple cloud platforms, how to secure those ecosystems, along with practical knowledge to help shift security 'Left' to help address security challenges early during the development phases. Joylnn Kirui is a well known voice in the Azure and Security community where I've watched her deliver security focused talks and read many of her articles. To have both of them deliver a book like this is amazing.An added bonus is the technical walkthroughs to help reinforce the learning objectives. The book include references to resources that allows you to deploy and vet out the security recommendations presented in each chapter.I would recommend this book to someone who is new to securing Azure DevOps and want a strong primer along with a roadmap to deliver hands-on training to help build their knowledge.

Oluwaseyi Sep 03, 2024

"David Okeyode's DevSecOps for Azure: End-to-end supply chain security for GitHub, Azure DevOps, and the Azure cloud is an absolute masterclass and a game-changer! This book is a vivid, in-depth exploration of securing your entire development and operational stages. David dives deep into each aspect, from securing GitHub repositories to deploying resilient, secure pipelines in Azure DevOps, and fortifying Azure cloud environments. The clarity and precision with which he explains complex concepts are astounding. Real-world examples and step-by-step guidance make it not just an educational read but a practical handbook that you can refer to again and again. Whether you're a DevOps engineer, a security professional, or a cloud architect, this book will elevate your understanding and implementation of DevSecOps to new heights. A must-have on every tech professional’s shelf!"

Gary Bushey Oct 23, 2024

I really like how this book is broken down into easy-to-understand sections and chapters. All the stats have a URL that you can click on to verify them yourself or to get more information. While the book mainly concentrates on Azure, you can use the information in it for any arena.

DevSecOps for Azure: End-to-end supply chain security for GitHub, Azure DevOps, and the Azure cloud

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