Reflecting on lbcli: The Load Balancer CLI That Changed Everything

Introduction

There’s something special about looking back at a project you built and seeing it still in use, growing and evolving long after you’ve moved on. That’s exactly how I feel about lbcli, the command-line interface I developed for Loadbalancer.org. It was an incredible experience working with amazing people who helped shape the me into what I AM  today.

Loadbalancer.org has continued to evolve, and lbcli has grown far beyond what I originally envisioned. But every now and then, I take a moment to revisit the work I did, see where it has gone, and remind myself of the impact it had.

The Birth of lbcli: Why a Load Balancer CLI?

When I first started working on lbcli, the goal was simple: make life easier for engineers managing load balancers at scale.

✅ Provide a scriptable way to control and configure load balancers.
✅ Reduce reliance on the web interface for quick changes.
✅ Enable automation for large-scale deployments.
✅ Support multi-cluster environments with a simple, intuitive CLI.

The result was a powerful, flexible tool that became a go-to utility for engineers and enterprises worldwide.

One of the best parts? Seeing the CLI take on a life of its own, as users began integrating it into their automation pipelines, monitoring solutions, and deployment scripts.

How lbcli Has Evolved

Since my time at Loadbalancer.org, lbcli has continued to evolve with:

🚀 Expanded API functionality – More granular control over load balancing features.
🔄 Improved automation support – Streamlining large-scale deployments.
📊 Enhanced monitoring capabilities – Better real-time insights into traffic.
🔧 Greater flexibility – Supporting new architectures and modern infrastructures.

While I may have written the original CLI, it’s exciting to see how it has grown and adapted to meet the needs of today’s enterprise environments.

Looking Back at My Time with Loadbalancer.org

Working at Loadbalancer.org was more than just a job—it was a truly rewarding experience. I had the privilege of working with some of the best people in the industry, and I’ll always be grateful for the opportunities it gave me.

A special shout-out to Malcolm and Karen, whose leadership and vision shaped Loadbalancer.org into what it is today. And of course, Joshua and I can not forget Mr Saunders, Dave, always smiling unless I was to blame ;) and of course everyone else @LB.ORG

Wishing you all continued success! 🚀

Load Balancer Automation: Where It All Began

For those curious about the original blog I wrote on Load Balancer automation, you can check it out here:

🔗 How to Automate Load Balancer Deployments

It’s amazing to see how far automation has come, and I’m always excited to see where it goes next.

Final Thoughts (And, Hey, Can I Get Certified?)

While my journey with Loadbalancer.org may have taken me in new directions, lbcli remains one of the projects I’m most proud of. It’s always rewarding to know that something you built is still being used, improved, and helping engineers worldwide.

And hey, Loadbalancer.org, wanna certify me? 😉

Much respect and appreciation to the entire team! 🙌