Chop Wood, Carry Water

Chop Wood, Carry Water

Explore the challenges and realities of implementing DevOps in this thought-provoking conference talk from GOTO Chicago 2017. Delve into Andrew Clay Shafer's perspective as he dispels the notion of secret techniques or one-size-fits-all solutions in DevOps. Learn why the pursuit of shortcuts often leads nowhere and why acknowledging the difficulty of DevOps is crucial. Gain insights into the importance of consistent, dedicated effort—symbolized by the zen philosophy of "chop wood, carry water"—in achieving success in DevOps practices. Discover why returning to the fundamentals and embracing the hard work involved is essential for organizations striving to improve their DevOps implementation.