In this episode of Code to Cloud, host Kevin Evans is joined by none other than Richard Hooper, a.k.a. The Pixel Robot! 🚀

We dive into Richard’s latest CNCF-nominated project, KubeBuddy — a tool designed to simplify production Kubernetes deployments and make life easier for platform engineers everywhere. Richard also shares insights into KRO(kro.run), the growing power of Crossplane, and where he sees Kubernetes heading next.

🔧 Topics covered:

• The story behind KubeBuddy

• Tips for simplifying Kubernetes in production

• How KRO and Crossplane are reshaping platform ops

• Platform Engineering Hub

• Richard’s top 3 skills for 2025

• And of course… the Quick Fire Round 🔥

Whether you’re a Kubernetes beginner or a seasoned platform engineer, this episode is packed with real-world advice, clarity, and a few laughs along the way.

In this surprise bonus episode, we dive into the heart (and heartbreak) of modern DevOps culture—through the soulful sounds of our AI-generated anthem: Push and Pray.

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From late-night deployments to the sacred refresh ritual, this episode captures the chaos, comedy, and camaraderie of cloud-native life. You’ll hear:

• The story behind the Push and Pray anthem (spoiler: we let AI cook)

• DevOps horror stories from the trenches—because misery loves company

• Why “just one quick change” is the most dangerous phrase in tech

• A breakdown of the lyrics (yes, there’s a YAML reference)

• And a few laughs about what happens after you push and start to pray

Whether you’re deploying to prod or just along for the ride, this one’s for you.

Ship it. Scale it. Sing it? 🎶

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🔒 Ctrl + Alt + Secure – Where Cyber Meets the Boardroom

In this episode, Kevin Evans and Dom Vogel break down the realities of cybersecurity in today’s world—from the fundamentals to the strategies that help businesses stay ahead. We dive into why cyber has become mainstream for organizations and why now is the time to get on board.

But it’s not just about security—it’s about communication, leadership, and brand-building. We explore how to effectively engage with business leaders and stakeholders, how coaching can elevate executives and technical leaders, and how IT departments can establish their brand within an organization.

It’s cyber, but not just the technical side—it’s the human side, too.

🎙️ Tune in and level up your approach to security, leadership, and influence.