heise-Angebot: iX-Workshop: Backstage für Admins – IDP im Unternehmen aufbauen und betreiben

A two-day workshop titled “Backstage für Admins, IDP im Unternehmen aufbauen und betreiben” will take place from October 12 to 13, 2026, offering participants hands-on training on setting up, configuring, and managing an Internal Developer Platform (IDP) using Backstage. The event, hosted as an online workshop, runs from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily and includes a 10% early bird discount available until September 14, 2026. It is designed for administrators and DevOps engineers who wish to implement and manage an IDP within their organizations, with a focus on practical application and real-world insights. The workshop aims to provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of how to integrate Backstage into existing IT infrastructures. Participants will learn about the prerequisites necessary for seamless operation within current systems and will engage in practical exercises such as setting up a development environment, managing container images, and integrating Kubernetes. They will also explore the process of creating databases, setting up authentication mechanisms, and customizing the IDP through plugins tailored to specific corporate requirements. In addition to technical skills, the workshop covers the management of a software catalog, tracking metadata, importing and creating software templates, and building customized components for Backstage. Attendees will gain insight into TechDocs, which enables them to create, link, and publish code documentation independently. These elements collectively aim to empower participants to effectively utilize Backstage for internal developer platforms. The workshop is led by Dr. Guido Söldner, a principal consultant at Söldner Consult, specializing in DevOps, automation, and cloud infrastructure. His expertise spans automating VMware and AWS Cloud environments, as well as working with Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure. During the session, participants will benefit from both theoretical knowledge and practical experience, allowing them to apply the learned concepts directly within their companies. To ensure personalized attention, the participant limit is set to 16 individuals, facilitating meaningful interaction, individual question-asking, and collaborative discussions on specific challenges. This workshop is particularly suited for administrators and DevOps engineers looking to establish and maintain an IDP using Backstage, as well as developers interested in understanding and utilizing the architecture and features of Backstage comprehensively. By participating, attendees can enhance their capabilities in deploying and managing internal developer platforms, contributing to more efficient and scalable software development processes within their organizations.