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DOP 257: Scaling at Adobe: Kubernetes, Global Networking, and Platform Innovation

Apr 3, 2024

Adobe's journey with Kubernetes and edge computing, balancing security and usability in multi-platform environments, evolution of networking technologies, streamlining legacy approaches, importance of coding skills in platform development and collaboration

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Quick takeaways

Adobe shifts to EKS and AKS from custom Kubernetes distribution for operational simplicity.

Strategizing for Internet addressing challenges due to the increasing adoption of IPv6 at Adobe.

Deep dives

Adobe's Cloud-Native Platform with Kubernetes

Adobe's Cloud-Native Platform, managed by Jospeh Sandoval, operates on Kubernetes and OpenShift, supporting AWS, Azure, and on-premises data centers. The focus is on traffic engineering and API gateway management, where Joseph oversees underlying platform operation and routing technologies.

Introduction

3min

Navigating a Multi-faceted Kubernetes Environment at Adobe

16min

Evolution of Networking Technologies in Kubernetes

15min

Evolution of Core Platform Features at Adobe

7min

Navigating Platform Engineering and Embracing Automation

3min

Importance of Coding Skills in Platform Development and Collaboration

2min

#257: As the digital world continues to evolve, businesses and technology leaders find themselves at a critical inflection point, particularly when it comes to the deployment and management of infrastructure. The journey from traditional IT to cloud-native platforms has been significant, pushing the boundaries of innovation and efficiency. Yet, the continuous evolution raises a fundamental question: What lies ahead for Kubernetes, cloud-native platforms, and the burgeoning field of edge computing?

In this episode we speak with Joseph Sandoval about how Adobe's journey, from pioneering with its own Kubernetes distribution to embracing cloud providers' managed services and exploring edge computing, mirrors the broader industry's trajectory. Adobe's approach, focusing on developer experience and scalability, showcases the practical applications and considerations at the intersection of Kubernetes and edge computing.

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