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Developer-first platforms that accelerate delivery
We focus on what actually works in production, not what looks good in demos. Here's how we cut through the hype to deliver real value.
Engineering platforms that empower developers and accelerate delivery
Create internal developer platforms that abstract complexity while maintaining flexibility. Build CI/CD pipelines and tooling that developers love to use.
Running resilient systems that perform reliably at any scale
Build comprehensive observability, establish incident response processes, and design systems that withstand failures and recover gracefully.
Maximizing cloud value through cost intelligence and efficiency
Build FinOps culture that embeds cost awareness into engineering. Implement tagging strategies, budgets, and optimization techniques that work.
Embedding security into platform foundations without sacrificing velocity
Implement shift-left security practices, automate compliance, and build security into platforms so it becomes the easy path for developers.
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