Best of Cloudflare — October 2024

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   The story of web framework Hono, from the creator of Hono

   Hono is a fast, lightweight web framework that works across various JavaScript environments, including Cloudflare Workers, Deno, Bun, and Node.js. It uses a Trie tree-based router and adheres to Web Standards, ensuring a 'write once, run anywhere' experience. Hono simplifies development with concise syntax, built-in middleware, strong type system, and server-side JSX support. It also has features for authentication, context model for state management, and robust testing capabilities. Recent updates include static site generation, client components, and file-based routing, allowing full-stack application development.

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   Introducing Access for Infrastructure: SSH

   Cloudflare has introduced Access for Infrastructure, integrating BastionZero's features to enhance secure SSH access through Zero Trust principles. This solution uses short-lived SSH certificates to eliminate the risks associated with long-lived credentials, simplifies key management, and provides comprehensive auditing capabilities. It's designed to integrate seamlessly with existing Cloudflare One deployments and ensures that SSH connections are secure without compromising usability.

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   Migrating billions of records: moving our active DNS database while it’s in use

   Cloudflare undertook the complex task of migrating billions of DNS records from their main database cluster (**cfdb**) to a new cluster (**dnsdb**) to alleviate strain and improve scalability. The migration was meticulously planned to ensure no data loss and minimal downtime. Key steps included creating a change logging system, using triggers to capture updates, and implementing a replication process. The final migration resulted in improved database performance and reduced incident rates, setting the stage for future scalability.

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