Jesse Butler

Senior AWS EKS lead involved in open source and cloud-native projects; discussed Kubernetes ecosystem contributions such as KRO (Kube Resource Orchestrator) and Karpenter in this episode.

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Nov 18, 2025 • 20min

How Kubernetes Became the New Linux

Jesse Butler, Senior AWS EKS lead, dives into the evolution of Kubernetes, drawing parallels to the early days of Linux. He discusses the significance of KRO (Kube Resource Orchestrator) in addressing the challenge of custom controllers by automating resource management. Karpenter's innovations in cloud autoscaling are highlighted, showcasing its just-in-time node provisioning and cost-optimization strategies. Butler emphasizes AWS's commitment to open source and community-driven solutions, marking a shift towards shared standards in the Kubernetes ecosystem.

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