1. Introduction & Overview What are Security Controls in DevSecOps? Security controls in DevSecOps refer to the policies, tools, and processes integrated into the software development lifecycle (SDLC) to ensure applications are secure from inception to deployment. These controls include automated testing, vulnerability scanning, compliance checks, and configuration management, embedded throughout the continuous integration and … Read more
1. Introduction & Overview What is Deprecation? In DevSecOps, deprecation refers to marking software components, libraries, APIs, or tools as obsolete, indicating they should not be used in new development and will eventually be unsupported or removed. It’s a critical practice to manage technical debt, ensure security, and maintain compatibility. In DevSecOps, deprecation is integrated … Read more
1. Introduction & Overview What is Amortization? Amortization, in the context of DevSecOps, refers to the systematic allocation of costs associated with intangible assets, such as software licenses, cloud subscriptions, or development tools, over their useful life. It is an accounting practice that spreads the expense of these assets to align with the periods in … Read more
1. Introduction & Overview What is Operational Expenditure (OpEx)? Operational Expenditure (OpEx) refers to the ongoing, recurring costs associated with maintaining and operating an organization’s IT infrastructure, applications, and services. In DevSecOps, OpEx includes expenses for cloud services, software licenses, security monitoring, personnel, and other resources needed to sustain development, security, and operations workflows. Unlike … Read more
1. Introduction & Overview What is CapEx (Capital Expenditure)? Capital Expenditure (CapEx) refers to funds allocated by an organization to acquire, upgrade, or maintain long-term assets that provide value beyond a single fiscal year. These assets include physical infrastructure (e.g., servers, networking equipment) and intangible assets like software licenses or multi-year cloud subscriptions. In DevSecOps, … Read more
1. Introduction & Overview What is an API Gateway? An API Gateway is a server that acts as a reverse proxy, sitting between client applications (e.g., web or mobile apps) and backend services. It manages API requests by handling tasks such as routing, authentication, rate limiting, and request transformation. It serves as a single entry … Read more
1. Introduction & Overview What is Data Transfer in DevSecOps? Data transfer in DevSecOps refers to the secure, automated, and efficient movement of data—such as code, artifacts, configurations, or sensitive information (e.g., credentials)—across systems, environments, or services within the software development lifecycle (SDLC). It ensures seamless collaboration among development, security, and operations teams while maintaining … Read more
1. Introduction & Overview What is a SaaS License? Software as a Service (SaaS) licenses are subscription-based agreements that govern the access and use of cloud-hosted software applications. Unlike traditional software licenses, which involve purchasing and installing software on local infrastructure, SaaS licenses allow users to access software over the internet on a pay-as-you-go or … Read more
1. Introduction & Overview What are Managed Services? Managed Services in the context of DevSecOps refer to outsourced IT services where a third-party provider manages and maintains infrastructure, applications, or security operations. These services include cloud management, monitoring, security patching, and CI/CD pipeline support, allowing organizations to focus on development while ensuring security and operational … Read more
1. Introduction & Overview What are Containers? Containers are lightweight, portable units that package an application with its dependencies, libraries, and configuration files, ensuring consistent execution across different environments. Unlike virtual machines (VMs), containers share the host operating system’s kernel, making them efficient and fast. History and Background Relevance in DevSecOps Containers are pivotal in … Read more