Cross-Company Ethnographic Study on Software Teams for DevOps and Microservices

A collection of flashcards focusing on key vocabulary and concepts related to the study of software teams adopting DevOps and microservices.

DevOps

A combination of development and operations aimed at improving collaboration and productivity in software development.

Microservices

A software architecture style that breaks down applications into small, independent services that communicate over a network.

Ethnographic study

A qualitative research method that involves immersive observation of a group's daily activities and interactions.

Participant observation

A data collection method where researchers actively engage with the subjects in their natural environment.

Fragmentary DevOps

A situation in which DevOps practices are not fully realized or connected, leading to inefficiencies and communication barriers.

Stubborn organizational structure

A resistance in organizational change or adaptation that hinders the implementation of new technologies like DevOps and microservices.

Virtual software teams

Teams that collaborate remotely using digital tools rather than working in a single physical location.

Rapid iteration and deployment

The ability to quickly produce and release software features to meet market demands.

High cost

The increased expenses associated with adopting new technologies and processes, such as DevOps and microservices.

Abuse of microservices

The overuse or inappropriate implementation of microservices leading to complexity and management challenges.