theCronJob
A podcast for engineers building and operating modern infrastructure. Powered by Zesty.
Hosted by Omer Hamerman and Mark Serdze, The Cron Job explores Kubernetes quirks, cost optimization strategies, scaling, reliability, and the art of keeping things from catching fire in production, all while unpacking the deeper DevOps questions around ownership, automation, and the tradeoffs behind every engineering decision.
Tune in for real-world stories, sharp insights, and the occasional infrastructure epiphany.
theCronJob
Latest Episodes
Episode 29: Architecture Quirks That Defeat Kubernetes Cost Optimization
In this episode, Omer and Mark discuss the architectural quirks that can undermine cost optimization in Kubernetes environments. They explore the challenges posed by monolithic applications, the pitfalls of microservices, the inefficiencies of ...
Episode 28: DevOps Horror Story of the Week
In this episode, Omer and Mark explore various horror stories related to infrastructure, particularly focusing on Kubernetes and cloud dependencies. They discuss real-world incidents involving API key breaches, existential risks associated with...
Episode 27: Is Your Vibecoded Application Cost-Efficient?
Omer and Mark discuss the implications of AI in software development, particularly focusing on Kubernetes and cost efficiency. They explore the challenges of 'vibe-coded' applications, the limitations of AI in providing optimal solutions, and t...
Episode 26: How Your Fears Cause You to Overspend on Cloud Resources
In this episode, Omer and Mark discuss the psychological factors that influence cloud spending decisions. They explore how these fears can lead to over-provisioning and inefficiencies in cloud resource management. The conversation emphasizes th...
Episode 25: Why You Shouldn't Scale
In this episode, Omer and Mark delve into the complexities of scaling applications in Kubernetes. They discuss the nuances of when and how to scale, emphasizing the importance of understanding application behavior, the right metrics, and the po...