Kubernetes Podcast from Google OpenFeature with, with Thomas Poignant and Todd Baert
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Apr 30, 2024 Software engineers Thomas Poignant and Todd Baert discuss feature flagging in the OpenFeature project, emphasizing the dynamic nature of feature flags, standardizing flag usage with a vendor-agnostic SDK, and enabling remote activation of features. They also explore the benefits of feature flagging in software development, distribution of responsibilities among teams, and efforts to standardize the Gateway API in the Kubernetes ecosystem.
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Feature Flags as Pivot Points
- Feature flags act as dynamic pivot points in code, controlled externally.
- This allows behavior changes without new deployments, enabling experimentation and operational toggles.
Dynamic Targeting with Feature Flags
- Feature flags offer dynamic targeting based on contextual data like headers.
- This allows for flexible control over who sees a feature, going beyond static CLI flags.
Evolution of Feature Flagging
- Previously, feature flagging was less sophisticated, often relying on configuration files.
- Modern systems offer advanced features like targeted rollouts, testing in production, and real-time updates.