Introduction
Welcome to Commvault Go 2019 in Denver, Colorado! We had the pleasure of catching up with Abhijit Shanoi, a founding engineer at Hedvig, who shared some exciting insights into the world of containers and the opportunities they present for businesses.
Hedvig’s Integration into Commvault
As many of you may already know, Commvault recently acquired Hedvig, making it an integral part of the Commvault family. Abhijit has been busy engaging with Commvault customers and partners, discussing the exciting prospects of containerization and the value that Hedvig brings to the table.
The Shift Towards Containers
Abhijit highlighted the shift from traditional monolithic applications to agile microservices, emphasizing the benefits of containers in enabling scalability and flexibility for modern applications. He discussed the progression from virtual machines to containers and the role of Kubernetes in orchestrating containerized environments.
Hedvig’s Integration with Docker and Kubernetes
Abhijit shared insights into Hedvig’s integration with Docker and Kubernetes, showcasing the seamless provisioning of storage volumes and the flexibility to define specific policies tailored to application requirements. He emphasized the self-service, API-driven nature of Hedvig’s storage solutions, aligning with the principles of Kubernetes.
The Future of Container Backups
Looking ahead, Abhijit discussed the evolving landscape of container backups and the potential for Commvault to provide comprehensive data management solutions for containerized workloads. He highlighted Hedvig’s capabilities in snapshotting and cloning persistent volumes, laying the groundwork for future advancements in container backup strategies.
Embracing the Container Journey
In conclusion, Abhijit encouraged viewers to explore the possibilities of containerization and reach out to Commvault partners to initiate conversations about integrating Hedvig into their container journey. He emphasized Hedvig’s readiness to support businesses in their transition towards containerized environments, offering the tools and expertise needed to embark on this transformative journey.
Conclusion
As we wrap up our conversation with Abhijit Shanoi, we’re excited to witness the potential of Hedvig’s integration into Commvault and the opportunities it presents for businesses venturing into containerization. Stay tuned for more updates and insights from the world of data management and containerization.
We hope you found this conversation insightful and informative. Thank you for joining us at Commvault Go 2019!
Cheers,
The Commvault Team
