Rene Van Osnabrugge 6/11/2025

Is SRE just DevOps in new packaging?

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This article, based on a podcast discussion, examines the true meaning of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) as defined by Google. It contrasts SRE with DevOps, arguing that SRE is a specialized engineering discipline focused on building reliability into systems through code and automation, not just a new name for operations. It positions SRE as a complement to DevOps, especially for complex systems, and emphasizes the importance of "appropriate" reliability over arbitrary uptime targets.

Is SRE just DevOps in new packaging?

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