My initial draft of the cf_pyrax.py script used in my automation deleted all the contents of a Cloud Files container, and then re-uploaded this content. This process was inefficient and also caused issues loading the site while this process was running.

I have now updated this script to use the new sync_folder_to_container method from pyrax. This method was introduced to pyrax in this commit . Make sure you update your pyrax modules before using this new script.

Managing a blog can be a hassle. Operating system updates, blog software updates, and server security take up tons of time. Don’t forget about scaling your blog if you get popular. Inspired by the Rackspace DevOps post on their new blog format, I’ve setup my own version using Pelican instead of Octopress .

Resources

This tutorial will assume you have two systems to manage your blog.

• Local Workstation
• Remote Server

The local workstation will be used to manage your blog posts, as well as uploading the content. This system will need git and Pelican installed.

I wrote this haiku as part of my Rookie Orientation at Rackspace:

Burning desire grows.
Smoldering embers ignite.
Show them your passion.