Essential Guides
TechTarget editors have curated a collection of “essential” articles on key IT topics. These articles have been packaged into guides which offer our readers comprehensive, problem solving content to help inform and guide their research.
- A comprehensive guide for application migration to the cloud
- Follow this enterprise cloud automation and orchestration guide
- Black Hat 2018 conference coverage
- An IT pro's survival guide for multi-cloud computing
- Cyberthreats, cyber vulnerabilities, and how to fight back
- How to craft an application security strategy that's airtight
- How to attack DDoS threats with a solid defense plan
- How to deal with Identity and access management systems
- RSA 2017: Special conference coverage
- RSA Conference 2025
- A conference guide to AWS re:Invent 2024
- SolarWinds breach news center
- The latest from Black Hat USA 2024
- A guide to open source technology in application development
- A complete guide to AWS re:Invent 2019
- The enterprise architect's guide to application state management
- How to start your cloud career
- How to improve code quality, from teamwork to AI features
- The vital guide to modern programming languages and their uses
Editorial
Guide to practicing cloud-native development
In this guide, learn about cloud-native development -- what it is, how vendors try to exploit it and how to bring it to life with the help of a DevOps environment. Continue Reading
Master Git basics and branch into DVCS
This Git guide focuses on some of the most basic information and tips. With a solid foundation, developers will be better equipped to get the most out of Git and Github. Continue Reading
Neutralizing threats and creating a secure Java software stack
This essential guide explores how developers can create a secure Java software stack, from the APIs used by the JDK to the methodologies used by Agile and DevOps teams. Continue Reading
Everything to know about overcoming digital transformation challenges
As organizations adopt new technologies, like blockchain, IoT devices and deep learning, strategies must be developed to address inevitable digital transformation challenges. Continue Reading
Guide to the JavaOne 2017 conference
At JavaOne 2017, the Java community discusses the pinnacles of modern software technologies, including DevOps, mobile applications, digital transformation and, of course, Java. Continue Reading
Top JavaScript frameworks accelerate software development
Despite its tough reputation, JavaScript frameworks are still growing in popularity in the software development world. Get the latest on JavaScript's status and future expectations. Continue Reading
Amazon S3 outage: A guide to getting over cloud failures
Developers have taken the Amazon S3 outage and learned to build failover and resiliency into a Java cloud application. Learn about the dangers of moving apps to the cloud. Continue Reading
Effective DevOps tooling for accelerated continuous delivery adoption
Java DevOps tooling is the key to speeding up continuous delivery adoption. This guide covers why and how to consider DevOps tools for business efficiency. Continue Reading
Developers' guide to deploying microservices and containers
As enterprises move toward more modular and self-contained components, the move toward microservices and container deployment, like Docker, is a natural step. Continue Reading
News from JavaOne 2016
What is new with Java in 2016? Here you'll find the most up to date conference news from JavaOne in San Francisco. Continue Reading
- Using AI and machine learning for APM
Discover how organizations can streamline operations and improve operational analytics by using AI and machine learning in their ...
- My first attempt at vibe coding
Can you teach an old programming dog a new trick?
- Distributed tracing vs. logging: Uses and how they differ
Distributed tracing and logging help IT teams identify performance issues in systems in different ways. But they also complement ...
- How to handle root cause analysis of software defects
Root cause analysis plays a significant role in helping software teams fix defects in applications. Here's how to employ it to ...
- Low code vs. BPM: Differences and similarities
Low-code development and business process management help digitize and optimize business operations. Learn how each works and how...
- The benefits and limitations of headless browser testing
Headless browsers offer efficient web UI testing but lack the visual debugging capabilities of traditional browsers, making ...
- How to create an AWS Lambda function
Many developers are turning to AWS Lambda as an alternative to EC2 instances. Here are two ways to create a Lambda function.
- The 5 C's of cloud change management
Cloud change management is vital for smooth IT transitions. It involves clarity, communication, commitment, culture and ...
- 5 cloud design patterns to create resilient applications
When it comes to technology, failure isn't a matter of 'if,' but 'when.' Explore these cloud design patterns and best practices ...
- RSA Conference 2025
Follow SearchSecurity's RSAC 2025 guide for insightful pre-conference insights and reports on notable presentations and breaking ...
- How to prevent and protect against ransomware
Organizations sometimes learn difficult lessons about gaps in their cybersecurity defenses. Here's what to know about ransomware ...
- QR code phishing: 14 quishing prevention tips
Quishing is an offputting word for an on-the-rise attack method. Learn how to defend against it.
- Compare Datadog vs. New Relic for IT monitoring in 2024
Compare Datadog vs. New Relic capabilities including alerts, log management, incident management and more. Learn which tool is ...
- AWS Control Tower aims to simplify multi-account management
Many organizations struggle to manage their vast collection of AWS accounts, but Control Tower can help. The service automates ...
- Break down the Amazon EKS pricing model
There are several important variables within the Amazon EKS pricing model. Dig into the numbers to ensure you deploy the service ...