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Advancements in Cloud Infrastructure Automation: A Survey of Current Technologies and Future Trends

2018 · International Journal of Artificial Intelligence & Digital Transformation · Vol 1, pp. 01-07 · 0 citations

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A comprehensive survey of current technologies in cloud infrastructure automation, including Infrastructure as Code (IaC), configuration management, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), and containerization is provided.

Abstract

Cloud infrastructure automation has emerged as a pivotal component in modern cloud computing, enabling efficient resource management, rapid deployment, and enhanced scalability. This paper provides a comprehensive survey of current technologies in cloud infrastructure automation, including Infrastructure as Code (IaC), configuration management, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), and containerization. It explores the integration of serverless architectures with Function as a Service (FaaS) and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), highlighting the challenges and solutions in their hybrid implementation. The study also delves into the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in fostering predictive and self-healing cloud systems. Furthermore, it addresses the complexities introduced by multi-cloud configurations and the management tools like Kubernetes and Terraform that aid in their orchestration. By analyzing these technologies, the paper offers insights into future directions and research opportunities in cloud infrastructure automation.​

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