The Platform Engineer's Handbook
Build secure, developer-focused platforms that streamline modern software delivery
Created by Ajay Chankramath
Discover how to design and build secure, developer-friendly engineering platforms that streamline software delivery. Explore automation, AI-driven features, and practical tools that improve developer experience and productivity. Gain hands-on skills to create platforms that scale with your team's needs.
Packt | May 2026 | 446 min
What You Will Learn
You will follow a step-by-step process to build a modern engineering platform from scratch, using a vendor-neutral toolset. Each new feature is introduced with practical exercises and real-world examples, allowing you to see the impact of your work as you go. By the end, you will have a working MVP platform and the confidence to adapt it for your organization.
Key Features
- Design and deploy scalable engineering platforms using real-world automation patterns
- Implement self-service onboarding, CI/CD workflows, and developer portals for efficiency
- Integrate AI-driven tools to enhance platform capabilities and streamline delivery
Target Audience
Perfect for intermediate to senior software engineers and DevOps professionals who already understand cloud-native development. If you want to create secure, scalable platforms that boost developer productivity and streamline delivery, this practical, hands-on guide is designed for you.
