Kubernetes Podcast from Google Kubernetes v1.33 Octarine, with Nina Polshakova
Apr 24, 2025
Nina Polshakova, a software engineer at Solo.io and the Release Lead for Kubernetes v1.33, dives into the cutting-edge updates of this new version. She shares insights on the transition from Endpoints to Endpoint Slices, enhancing resource management and security. Nina discusses the effective use of sidecar enhancements and their integration with service meshes like Istio. Plus, she reflects on the importance of open source collaboration and encourages newcomers to engage with the Kubernetes community, making it an exciting journey for developers.
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First Open Source Contribution Fear
- Nina Polshakova was worried about responding publicly to a GitHub issue for the first time.
- She found the Kubernetes open source community welcoming and positive, easing her initial fears.
Endpoints API Deprecation Explained
- The Endpoints API is deprecated in favor of Endpoint Slices, which allow more features and efficiency.
- Kubernetes is moving towards running clusters without the Endpoints controller, improving scalability and flexibility.
Removing Windows Host Network Support
- Host network support for Windows pods was removed because it was unstable and encountered containerD challenges.
- This removal does not impact Windows HostProcess containers, which remain supported.
