We have a bunch of apps that all use the same db connection strings, which are hosted in a file in a shared location (let's say c config). All the app.configs for our apps are hard-coded to point to ...

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Having a configuration management database (CMDB) can be a huge asset. After all, it provides a holistic view of your IT environment, captures the true impact of the thousands of changes you make ...

Still using property files? You’re not managing environments — you’re babysitting chaos. It’s time to break free and future-proof your architecture. In large organizations, environments go way beyond ...