Kubernetes Podcast from Google
History of containerd, with Phil Estes
Sep 21, 2023
Learn about the history of containers, Docker, and Kubernetes from expert Phil Estes. They discuss the intertwined relationship between Docker, containerd, and Kubernetes, the importance of open source, and the security differences between containers and micro VMs.
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Quick takeaways
- Understanding the history and evolution of containers, particularly containerd, is crucial for developers.
- Shims like Catacontainers and GVisor can extend the capabilities of containerD for different types of isolation and runtime environments.
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The history and evolution of containers
Phil Estates discusses the origins of containers, highlighting the role of Docker and the split into containerD and runC. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the security boundaries of containers and the progress made in micro VM isolation with technologies like Catacontainers and Firecracker.
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