Deep Dive: Why Program Managers, Product Managers and Localization Specialists Should Care About Cloud Infrastructure + DevOps

Demystifying the Tech Side of Product Globalization

Ahhhhh! I’m so excited to share my first Deep Dive with you! Today we are diving headfirst into infrastructure. This post is based off of: 1) my own on the job learnings/experience over the past decade in everything from small to big tech, 2) two paid courses I’ve completed in recent years (listed at the end of this article, along with additional resources). Aaannndd I’m including a cheat sheet of questions at the end of this Substack that you can use to ask the *right* questions about infrastructure at your company so you can provide tailored solutions. This is me downloading what I feel is important and useful to you so you don’t have to sift through all the extra!

Also, thank you so much for being a paid subscriber. I had so much fun putting this post together and honestly when I was writing the cheat sheet for you at the end of this post I was just beaming with excitement to share it with you. I hope you get a lot of value out of this, and please give me feedback either way so I can make sure this substack is worth your (and my) time.

Ok, let’s get started: Today, almost every digital product runs on cloud infrastructure - but you don’t need to be an engineer to understand why it matters. Whether you’re leading programs, managing launches, or delivering localized content to users around the world, knowing the basics of cloud systems helps you plan smarter, troubleshoot faster, and collaborate more effectively with technical teams. In this post, I’ll break down what cloud infrastructure is, how it connects with DevOps practices, and why a little technical knowledge can go a long way in leveling up your work.