Cloud native computing is an approach in

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that utilizes

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to "build and run scalable applications in modern, dynamic environments such as

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, and hybrid clouds". These technologies, such as

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, serverless functions, cloud native processors and immutable infrastructure, deployed via declarative code are common elements of this architectural style. Cloud native technologies focus on minimizing users' operational burden. Cloud native techniques "enable loosely coupled systems that are resilient, manageable, and observable. Combined with robust automation, they allow engineers to make high-impact changes frequently and predictably with minimal toil." This independence contributes to the overall resilience of the system, as issues in one area do not necessarily cripple the entire application. Additionally, such systems are easier to manage, and monitor, given their modular nature, which simplifies tracking performance and identifying issues. Frequently, cloud-native applications are built as a set of microservices that run in

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compliant containers, such as

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, and may be orchestrated in

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and managed and deployed using

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and

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CI workflows (although there is a large amount of competing

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that supports cloud-native development). The advantage of using

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is the ability to package all software needed to execute into one executable package. The container runs in a virtualized environment, which isolates the contained application from its environment.

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