BIBLIO is the largest independent book marketplace in the world, with over 100 million books.

Skip to content

Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)
Stock photo: cover may vary

Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones) Paperback - 2021

by Marianne Bellotti

Add to wish list

Reader reviews for Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)

From the publisher

Kill It with Fire chronicles the challenges of dealing with aging computer systems, along with sound modernization strategies.

How to survive a legacy apocalypse

"Kill it with fire," the typical first reaction to a legacy system falling into obsolescence, is a knee-jerk approach that often burns through tons of money and time only to result in a less efficient solution. This book offers a far more forgiving modernization framework, laying out smart value-add strategies and proven techniques that work equally well for ancient systems and brand-new ones.

Renowned for restoring some of the world's oldest, messiest computer networks to operational excellence, software engineering expert Marianne Bellotti distills key lessons and insights from her experience into practical, research-backed guidance to help you determine when and how to modernize. With witty, engaging prose, Bellotti explains why new doesn't always mean better, weaving in illuminating case studies and anecdotes from her work in the field.

You'll learn:

  • Where to focus your maintenance efforts for maximum impact and value
  • How to pick the right modernization solutions for your specific needs and keep your plans on track
  • How to assess whether your migrations will add value before you invest in them
  • What to consider before moving data to the cloud
  • How to determine when a project is finished

  • Packed with resources, exercises, and flexible frameworks for organizations of all ages and sizes, Kill It with Fire will give you a vested interest in your technology's future.

    Details

    • Title Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)
    • Author Marianne Bellotti
    • Binding Paperback
    • Pages 248
    • Volumes 1
    • Language ENG
    • Publisher No Starch Press
    • Publication date 2021-03-17
    • Illustrated Yes
    • Features Bibliography, Illustrated, Index
    • ISBN 9781718501188 / 1718501188
    • Weight 0.75 lbs (0.34 kg)
    • Dimensions 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.9 in (22.61 x 14.99 x 2.29 cm)
    • Category Computers - Languages / Programming
    • Library of Congress subjects Computer networks, Computer systems
    • Dewey Decimal Code 004.25

    About the author

    Marianne Bellotti has worked as a software engineer for over 15 years. She built data infrastructure for the United Nations to help humanitarian organizations share crisis data worldwide and tackled some of the oldest and most complicated computer systems in the world as part of United States Digital Service. At Auth0 she ran Platform Services, a portfolio that included shared services, untrusted code execution, and developer tools. Currently she runs Identity and Access Control at Rebellion Defense. She can be found on most social networks under the handle bellmar.

    More Copies for Sale

    Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)
    Stock photo: cover may vary

    Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)

    by Bellotti, Marianne

    • Used
    • Good
    • Paperback
    Condition
    Good
    Binding
    Paperback
    ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
    9781718501188 / 1718501188
    Quantity available
    2
    Seller
    Item price
    A$2.38
    A$5.82 Delivery to USA

    Show details

    Description:
    No Starch Press, 3/17/2021 12:00:01 A. paperback. Good. 0.8268 in x 9.0157 in x 6.0236 in.
    Add to wish list
    Item price
    A$2.38
    A$5.82 Delivery to USA
    Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)
    Stock photo: cover may vary

    Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)

    by Bellotti, Marianne

    • Used
    Condition
    Used
    ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
    9781718501188 / 1718501188
    Quantity available
    1
    Seller
    Item price
    A$2.53
    A$4.38 Delivery to USA

    Show details

    Description:
    No Starch Press. Used - Very Good. . . All orders guaranteed and ship within 24 hours. Your purchase supports More Than Words, a nonprofit job training program for youth, empowering youth to take charge of their lives by taking charge of a business.
    Add to wish list
    Item price
    A$2.53
    A$4.38 Delivery to USA
    Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)
    Stock photo: cover may vary

    Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)

    by Bellotti, Marianne

    • Used
    • Acceptable
    • Paperback
    Condition
    Acceptable
    Binding
    Paperback
    ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
    9781718501188 / 1718501188
    Quantity available
    1
    Seller
    Item price
    A$10.01
    A$5.82 Delivery to USA

    Show details

    Description:
    No Starch Press, 3/17/2021 12:00:01 A. paperback. Acceptable. 0.8268 in x 9.0157 in x 6.0236 in.
    Add to wish list
    Item price
    A$10.01
    A$5.82 Delivery to USA
    Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)
    Stock photo: cover may vary

    Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)

    by Bellotti, Marianne

    • Used
    • Paperback
    Condition
    Used
    Binding
    Paperback
    ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
    9781718501188 / 1718501188
    Quantity available
    1
    Seller
    Item price
    A$11.82
    Free Delivery to USA

    Show details

    Description:
    No Starch Press, 2021-03-17. paperback. Used: Good. 6.00x0.53x9.00. Buy with confidence. Excellent Customer Service & Return policy.
    Add to wish list
    Item price
    A$11.82
    Free Delivery to USA
    Kill It with Fire : Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)
    Stock photo: cover may vary

    Kill It with Fire : Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)

    by Bellotti, Marianne

    • Used
    Condition
    Used
    ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
    9781718501188 / 1718501188
    Quantity available
    1
    Seller
    Item price
    A$12.29
    Free Delivery to USA

    Show details

    Description:
    No Starch Press, Incorporated. Used - Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.
    Add to wish list
    Item price
    A$12.29
    Free Delivery to USA
    Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)
    Stock photo: cover may vary

    Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)

    by Bellotti, Marianne

    • Used
    • Very good
    • Paperback
    Condition
    Very good
    Binding
    Paperback
    ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
    9781718501188 / 1718501188
    Quantity available
    1
    Seller
    Item price
    A$13.08
    Free Delivery to USA

    Show details

    Description:
    No Starch Press, 2021. Paperback. Very Good. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
    Add to wish list
    Item price
    A$13.08
    Free Delivery to USA
    Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)
    Stock photo: cover may vary

    Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)

    by Bellotti, Marianne

    • Used
    • Very good
    • Paperback
    Condition
    Very good
    Binding
    Paperback
    ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
    9781718501188 / 1718501188
    Quantity available
    1
    Seller
    Item price
    A$13.08
    Free Delivery to USA

    Show details

    Description:
    No Starch Press, 2021. Paperback. Very Good. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
    Add to wish list
    Item price
    A$13.08
    Free Delivery to USA
    Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)
    Stock photo: cover may vary

    Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)

    by Bellotti, Marianne

    • Used
    • Good
    • Paperback
    Condition
    Good
    Binding
    Paperback
    ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
    9781718501188 / 1718501188
    Quantity available
    1
    Seller
    Item price
    A$13.08
    Free Delivery to USA

    Show details

    Description:
    No Starch Press, 2021. Paperback. Good. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
    Add to wish list
    Item price
    A$13.08
    Free Delivery to USA
    Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)
    Stock photo: cover may vary

    Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)

    by Bellotti, Marianne

    • Used
    • Very good
    • Paperback
    Condition
    Very good
    Binding
    Paperback
    ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
    9781718501188 / 1718501188
    Quantity available
    10
    Seller
    Item price
    A$14.14
    Free Delivery to USA

    Show details

    Description:
    No Starch Press, 3/17/2021 12:00:01 A. paperback. Very Good. 0.8268 in x 9.0157 in x 6.0236 in. Very Good Condition - May show some limited signs of wear and may have a remainder mark. Pages and dust cover are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting.
    Add to wish list
    Item price
    A$14.14
    Free Delivery to USA
    Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)
    Stock photo: cover may vary

    Kill It with Fire: Manage Aging Computer Systems (and Future Proof Modern Ones)

    by Bellotti, Marianne

    • Used
    • Very good
    • Paperback
    Condition
    Very good
    Binding
    Paperback
    ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
    9781718501188 / 1718501188
    Quantity available
    1
    Seller
    Item price
    A$14.58
    A$8.74 Delivery to USA

    Show details

    Description:
    No Starch Press, 2021-03-17. paperback. Very Good. 6x0x9. VERY GOOD ,MAY HAVE ONE PAGE OF WRITING, PAGES ARE IN GREAT CONDITION, USED PRODUCTS DO NOT CONTAIN ORIGINAL CONTENTS, WILL HAVE SHELF WEAR AND STICKERS ON COVER. MAY HAVE MISSING CD, INSERTS, CODES.
    Add to wish list
    Item price
    A$14.58
    A$8.74 Delivery to USA