At WATA Factory, we believe quality in digital product development is about much more than meeting deadlines or delivering features. It requires a holistic approach that combines inclusion, efficiency, and scalability to create solutions with real impact.
That’s why we recently held the second edition of Ibérica Labs—a space for learning and collaboration where our teams explore, test, and apply new technologies and methodologies to keep raising the bar.
This time, we faced an unexpected twist: a sudden power outage forced us to move the entire session online at short notice. Instead of being a setback, it became proof that with motivation and teamwork, any challenge can be turned into an opportunity.
The focus of this edition was on two areas that are key to the future of digital development:
- Digital accessibility, ensuring our products are truly inclusive and usable by everyone, regardless of ability or limitation.
- Optimisation of continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) processes with Kubernetes and Bitbucket Pipelines, enabling faster, higher-quality, and more scalable cloud deployments.
How we organised the labs: tailored learning for specialised teams
To make the most of everyone’s skills, we structured the labs into two learning paths:
- Accessibility Lab
Aimed at our QA, Design, and Project Lead teams. The goal was to build a deeper understanding of how to spot and remove accessibility barriers in digital applications. Beyond theory, we focused on concrete practices that directly improve the real user experience. - Kubernetes + Bitbucket Pipelines Lab
Aimed at our developers. Here we concentrated on advanced automation and orchestration with Kubernetes. Using Bitbucket Pipelines, we deployed our own runners on K8s clusters and connected the infrastructure to optimise the entire CI/CD cycle.
Every session was designed to be practical, so the knowledge gained could be applied right away in WATA projects.
Deep dive into accessibility: responsibility and practice
One of the main themes was digital accessibility—a responsibility that doesn’t just lie with designers, testers, or project leads. Accessibility should never be a last-minute add-on, but an integral part of product creation from the start.
In the accessibility lab, our teams worked on:
- understanding how digital barriers exclude users with disabilities or specific needs,
- identifying accessibility issues early in design and development phases, not only via audits or automated tools,
- analysing our own products through practical cases to uncover actionable improvements,
- beginning to build a best practices guide to embed accessibility systematically across teams.
We also explored tools for automated accessibility testing—while always keeping in mind that empathy and human judgment are what turn rules into truly inclusive experiences.
Kubernetes and Bitbucket: building modern CI/CD processes
For our developers, the Kubernetes and Bitbucket lab was an in-depth look at core cloud technologies:
- Bitbucket Runners on Kubernetes: We learned how to set up and manage our own runners within K8s clusters, giving us independence from external services and the ability to scale resources on demand.
- CI/CD automation: We connected pipelines with Kubernetes orchestration so build, test, and deployment tasks run smoothly and automatically.
- Helm management: We used Helm to handle predefined packages, simplifying installations and updates while keeping infrastructure consistent and reproducible.
- End-to-end orchestration: We practised combining all these elements to build resilient, agile infrastructure that can grow with WATA’s projects.
This positions us at the cutting edge of cloud development best practices, with deployments that are reliable, fast, and scalable.
Continuous learning as a pillar of growth
At WATA Factory, training is not optional—it’s a cornerstone of our culture. Ibérica Labs are more than training sessions: they are opportunities to share knowledge, test new technologies, and strengthen cross-team collaboration.
By investing in continuous learning, we:
- adapt quickly to new trends and requirements,
- put concrete improvements into practice,
- build a motivated team with cutting-edge skills,
- and deliver innovative, inclusive, and scalable solutions to our clients.
Want to apply these approaches in your projects?
If you want to make your digital products more accessible and inclusive, or if you’re looking to optimise your CI/CD processes with Kubernetes and Bitbucket Pipelines, our experts at WATA Factory are here to help.
We offer:
- Accessibility audits that identify barriers and propose practical solutions,
- Consulting and tailored training for your teams in cloud technologies and CI/CD,
- Implementation and support for secure, scalable, automated deployments,
- and clear, actionable reports to guide efficient decisions.
Get in touch with us today to see how we can turn your developments into high-impact technological solutions—with the quality, inclusivity, and efficiency your users deserve.
