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Google Cloud

Google Cloud Integrates Developer Tools into Looker: What’s New

Google Cloud has released significant developer-focused upgrades to Looker, its business intelligence and analytics platform. Here’s a breakdown of what changed, including a redesigned IDE, new Looker Blocks for Google Marketing Platform, and a generally available extension framework.

DevOps

How to Deploy an Enterprise DevOps Strategy for Agile Administration

Scaling DevOps to large, regulated enterprises requires deliberate planning. This guide walks through five practical steps—from securing executive sponsorship to integrating a Docker registry and automating tests—to help engineering teams deploy an enterprise DevOps strategy that supports agile delivery.

DevOps

GitLab’s Economic Case for a Unified DevOps Platform: What the Forrester Analysis Found

GitLab commissioned Forrester Consulting to quantify the business value of consolidating DevOps toolchains onto a single platform. Here is what the analysis concluded and what it means for engineering leaders evaluating their toolchain costs.

Google Cloud

Google Cloud Enhances Looker with Performance Optimizations, Marketing Platform Support, and New Developer Tools

Google Cloud has released a significant set of Looker enhancements spanning modern BI features, foundational performance improvements, and updated data and development tooling—including full Google Marketing Platform support and a generally available Looker Marketplace.