Overview
An IDP is the 'front door' to an organization's internal developer platform. It abstracts away the complexity of the underlying infrastructure, allowing developers to perform common tasks (like creating a new service or provisioning a database) without needing to be experts in cloud or DevOps tools.
Key Features
- Service Catalog: A central directory of all services and their owners.
- Software Templates: 'Golden paths' for creating new applications with best practices built-in.
- Infrastructure Self-Service: Provisioning resources via a simple UI or API.
- Scorecards: Measuring the health, security, and compliance of services.
Benefits
- Increased Velocity: Developers don't wait for ops tickets.
- Standardization: Ensures all services follow the same standards.
- Reduced Cognitive Load: Developers focus on code, not infrastructure.