Managing microservices at scale isn’t just about deploying more services—it’s about making them communicate securely, efficiently, and reliably. That’s where Service Mesh comes in.

In this episode of Tech Radar Voice, Haggai Philip Zagury, DevOps Architect & Tech Lead at Tikal, sits down with Uri Brodsky, Senior Engineering Manager & Head of Backend Guild at Riskified, to break down how Istio and Envoy help teams manage traffic, security, observability, and scaling across multi-cloud environments.

They discuss Riskified’s journey to Service Mesh, the challenges of securing thousands of microservices, and how Istio enables mTLS, progressive deployments, and improved developer experience without requiring changes at the application level. From streamlining service-to-service communication to supporting dynamic environments and canary releases, this episode offers hands-on insights for teams navigating cloud-native architectures.

Configuration might not be the flashiest topic in DevOps, but it’s the backbone of every stable system—and when it fails, everything breaks fast.

In this episode of Tech Radar Voice, Haggai Philip Zagury, DevOps Architect & Tech Lead at Tikal sits down with Peleg Porat, Co-founder & CEO of Configu, to explore how cloud-native teams are tackling configuration complexity in 2025.

From the evolution of infrastructure as code to the rise of self-service configuration management, they discuss how organizations can reduce misconfigurations, scale effortlessly, and improve security and compliance. Whether you’re a developer struggling with environment inconsistencies or a DevOps engineer tired of firefighting production issues, this episode is full of practical insights you can apply today.

In this episode of Tech Radar Voice, Haggai Philip Zagury, DevOps Architect & Tech Lead at Tikal, is joined by Itai Or, DevOps Tech Lead & Group Lead at Tikal, and Tal Kimhi, Co-founder & CEO at Draftt, to dive into the world of Cloud Native Environments (CNE).

They explore the challenges of managing modern cloud-native environments, the shift from single environments to multi-cloud orchestration, and the tools and architectures that make it possible—covering everything from Kubernetes control loops and GitOps to the role of platform engineering.

Expect insights on how developers and operations teams navigate this complexity, why configuration management is still a challenge, and whether cloud-native is just the new version of the state machine. If you're dealing with scalability, automation, and cloud infra, this one's for you!

In this episode of Tech Radar Voice, Yoav Nordmann, Tech Lead & Architect at Tikal, hosts Yossi Elkrief, VP R&D at IQT Media, and Assaf Varon, Mobile Architect, Tech Lead & Group Lead at Tikal, to break down the Mobile Trends from the Israeli Tech Radar 2024-2025.

They dive into how mobile development is evolving, covering everything from the rise of cross-platform frameworks like Flutter to native app performance challenges. They also chat about the role of AI in mobile app development and how cloud-native architectures are transforming the mobile landscape. Whether you’re building for iOS, Android, or both, this episode will give you the insights you need to stay ahead in mobile development.

In this episode of Tech Radar Voice, Yoav Nordmann chats with Orit Alul from Viz.ai and Keren Finkelstein from Tikal about the latest Backend Trends from the Israeli Tech Radar 2024-2025. They dive into the debate on Serverless—are we using it the right way?—and explore how LLMs and RAG architectures are shaking things up with better, more secure data. They also get into how AI-driven development is changing the way we code, and what Restricted Source Licensing means for the future of open source. If you're curious about where backend tech is heading in 2025, this episode’s got you covered!

In this episode of Tech Radar Voice, Yoav Nordmann, Tech Lead & Architect at Tikal, sits down with Hila Fish, Senior DevOps Engineer, and Eitan Masuary, DevOps Tech Lead & Group Lead at Tikal, to explore the DevOps Trends from the Israeli Tech Radar 2024-2025. They discuss what’s new with Kubernetes and its surrounding technologies, whether Python is becoming the “next big thing” in DevOps, and how AI-driven operations are changing the way we work. They also dive into the rise of self-service environments, where platform engineering fits in, and why Restricted Source Licensing in open-source software is gaining attention.

If you're looking to stay ahead of the game in DevOps, this episode is packed with insights and real-world stories.

In this episode of Tech Radar Voice, Yoav Nordmann from Tikal hosts Nir Kaufman, Frontend Tech Lead at Tikal, and Yanai Edri, Staff FED Engineer at CyberArk, to dive into the Frontend Trends highlighted in the Israeli Tech Radar 2024-2025. They explore how AI-driven development tools like Copilot and ChatGPT are changing how we code, from boosting efficiency to improving code quality. They also discuss the resurgence of Lean Frontend and Server-Side Rendering (SSR), explaining why these approaches are making a comeback and how they impact both frontend and backend developers. Lastly, they highlight the growing focus on Developer Experience (DX) and how modern frameworks are helping developers work smarter, as well as the rise of TypeScript and Module Federation in managing complex applications.

In this "Frontend Performance in Action" episode of Tech Radar Voice by Tikal, Sefi Ninio, Architect and Group Lead at Tikal's Fullstack Group, hosts Shem Magnezi, CTO and Co-Founder at Wilco, and Alon Valdji, Tech Lead at Tikal. Together, they explore the intricacies of frontend performance, discussing what it truly means, how to measure it, and which tools—like Lighthouse—can help. The episode delves into key performance indicators, perceived performance, and practical solutions to common performance bottlenecks. Whether it's optimizing for bundle size, streaming data, or improving above-the-fold rendering, the conversation is packed with actionable insights for developers striving to build faster, more efficient web applications.

Tune in to learn how to balance writing clean code with optimizing for performance, and create seamless user experiences.

In this "Next.js in Action" episode of Tech Radar Voice podcast by Tikal, Sefi Ninio, Architect and Group Lead at Tikal's Fullstack Group, welcomes Ariel Shulman, Software Engineer at Illumex, and Roy Kass, Fullstack Tech Lead at Tikal. They dive deep into the world of Next.js, exploring its role in solving various frontend challenges. This episode provides a comprehensive guide on transitioning from React to Next.js, discussing key concepts like SSR, SSG, and hydration, along with practical tips and common pitfalls.

Learn about the technical nuances and best practices for integrating Next.js into your existing React codebase and optimizing your frontend performance. Gain insights from both technical and strategic perspectives on why and how to adopt Next.js in your projects.

In this "Design System in Action" episode of Tech Radar Voice by Tikal, Sefi Ninio, Architect and Group Lead at Tikal's Full Stack Group, welcomes Ido Zeifman, Product Designer and Co-Founder at Kido, and Ofir Herzas, Full Stack Tech Lead at Tikal with extensive experience in design systems. They delve into the multifaceted world of design systems, discussing their significance in creating cohesive and efficient user experiences. The episode covers atomic design principles, implementation strategies, and the challenges faced in maintaining a robust design system. Gain insights into how to effectively integrate design systems into your workflow from both a technical and design perspective.