Evolving DevOps with Matty Stratton
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DevOps dropped on the masses in 2008, but where is it today? In this episode, we dive deep into the evolution of DevOps with Matty Stratton, Solutions Architect at Turbot and Co-Host of the Arrested DevOps Podcast. Matty shares his journey from traditional IT operations to becoming a prominent voice in the DevOps community. We explore how DevOps principles have evolved over the past decade, the challenges of implementing cultural change in organizations, and the rise of platform engineering as a discipline. Matty offers valuable insights on team dynamics, organizational structure, and the importance of understanding incentives when driving technological transformation. Whether you're a seasoned DevOps practitioner or just beginning to explore this space, this conversation provides thought-provoking perspectives on the past, present, and future of how we build and operate technology.
Where to Find Matty Stratton
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattstratton/
- Public Bio: https://speaking.mattstratton.com/bio
- Company: https://turbot.com/
- Arrested DevOps Podcast: https://www.arresteddevops.com/
Show Links
- DevOpsDays Chicago: https://devopsdays.org/events/2025-chicago/welcome/
- Five Love Languages of DevOps: https://speaking.mattstratton.com/A5u6CE/slides
- The Westrum Model: https://itrevolution.com/articles/westrums-organizational-model-in-tech-orgs/
- CALMS Framework: https://www.atlassian.com/devops/frameworks/calms-framework
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Chapters
1. DevRel's Business Understanding Problem (00:00:00)
2. Chicago Pizza Culture with Matty Stratton (00:04:43)
3. The Evolution of DevOps Over a Decade (00:09:21)
4. Organizational Archaeology and Change Management (00:18:20)
5. Team Size and Decision-Making Challenges (00:29:04)
6. Platform Engineering: Old Ideas, New Implementation (00:40:00)
7. Fitness Talk and Wrapping Up (00:50:31)
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