Bret and Nirmal reunite for their traditional annual Holiday Special episode of breaking down the most significant developments in cloud native from 2024 and sharing predictions for 2025.💥 This episode is brought to you by our valued sponsor and friends at Aikido!💥 Aikido is a no-nonse platform that helps developers get security done. It consolidates multiple scanning tools like code analysis, dependency analysis, and cloud security into a single platform. Aikido’s superpower is its ability to remove false positives, so you can focus on the real issues. Aikido not only helps you find true vulnerabilities but their new AI features auto triage and even fix issues for you. Aikido is FREE for small teams or anyone wanting to simply explore so check it out today at aikido.devWe touch on infrastructure evolution, exploring Kubernetes fleet management challenges and emerging solutions for simplified tool stacks, we cover essential cloud native trends of 2024, infrastructure automation breakthroughs, notable technical innovations, projects that aspire to be part of CNCF as well as predictions for cloud native in 2025.There's also a video version of this show on YouTube.★Topics★Cloud Native End User Technical Advisory Board (TAB)Adam Jacob's Talk: Reimagining OSS Licensing and Commercialization with Fair Sourcekubevirt [kubevirt.io](https://kubevirt.io) Keda ( https://keda.sh/ ) Cloud Native Reference Architectures (https://architecture.cncf.io/) Karpenter ( Karpenter.sh ) eBPF ( [ebpf.io](https://ebpf.io) ) ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wb_vD3XZYOA ebpf documentary ) ( Ebpf summit https://ebpf.io/summit-2024/ )GitHub Copilot, now Free https://github.blog/news-insights/product-news/github-copilot-in-vscode-free/Kubernetes transitioning into enterprise maturity (https://www.cncf.io/blog/2024/09/04/kubernetes-turns-10-a-ditty-dedicated-to-a-decade-of-container-orchestration/ ) https://www.fairwinds.com/blog/10-years-kubernetes-innovation FinOps matters (https://www.cncf.io/blog/2024/10/31/opencost-advances-to-the-cncf-incubator/ )Read the tea leaves https://github.com/cncf/sandbox/issuesCreators & Guests Cristi Cotovan - Editor Beth Fisher - Producer Bret Fisher - Host Nirmal Mehta - Host (00:00) - Intro (03:32) - Structure of the Show (03:58) - Kubernetes is 10 and CNCF Maturity (05:12) - What is a CNCF Graduated Project? (08:08) - IDPs (09:28) - Legacy Projects Aspiring for CNCF (19:17) - Favorite Tools of 2024 (19:32) - Argo's Increasing Use (23:52) - GitHub Copilot (26:30) - KubeVirt (32:38) - Event-Driven Autoscaling with KEDA (34:22) - Cloud Native Reference Architectures (36:33) - Karpenter Workshop Highlights from KubeCon (37:45) - Kubernetes Stacks and AI Workloads (40:07) - Predictions for Kubernetes in 2025 (40:13) - Kubernetes "LAMP" Stack (41:08) - AI in 2025 (45:10) - Efficiency, Energy and Environmental Impact (47:32) - Fleet and Multi-Cluster Management (52:21) - Optimizing Inference (54:05) - Edge Hybrid (54:34) - Container-Optimized Linux Distros (01:00:31) - Open Source Licensing and Business Models (01:02:58) - Purely Open Source Kubernetes Stack (01:03:48) - The CNCF Sandbox (01:10:09) - Final Thoughts You can also support my free material by subscribing to my YouTube channel and my weekly newsletter at bret.news!Grab the best coupons for my Docker and Kubernetes courses.Join my cloud native DevOps community on Discord.Grab some merch at Bret's Loot BoxHomepage bretfisher.com

Willem Delbare, co-founder of Aikido Security, dives into the pressing challenges of DevSecOps for smaller teams and solo practitioners. He discusses how Aikido consolidates various security tools into a single platform, simplifying processes like CVE scanning and vulnerability management. The conversation highlights the importance of automation, contextual awareness, and integrating security into the CI/CD workflow. Willem also explores how AI can revolutionize vulnerability management and shares insights on minimizing notification overload for developers.

Bret chats with Vijin Palazhi and Mumshad Mannambeth from KodeKloud, highlighting their expertise in certification prep and hands-on labs. They dive into the impact of AI on learning platforms, revolutionizing tech education. Topics include the evolution of Kubernetes certifications, the shift to remote testing, and essential skills for developing with Kubernetes. The duo also discusses the importance of community and strategic learning paths for aspiring developers while introducing upcoming innovations in certification courses.

At KubeCon North America, the buzz was all about Platform Engineering, drawing crowds and discussions alike. New startups in AI and security took center stage among the myriad exhibitors. Conversations unfolded around innovative tools like Argo CD and GitOps, highlighting their necessity in managing diverse Kubernetes clusters. Attendees shared insights from engaging sessions including the intimate Cloud Native Rejekts event and the practical applications of Headlamp as a Kubernetes UI. It's a treasure trove of knowledge for both veterans and newcomers!

Ken Collins, an AWS Serverless Hero and AI application builder, shares his insights on the evolving landscape of personal AI. He discusses creating AI assistants that can revolutionize daily workflows, notably through tools like Notion. The conversation dives into the challenges of AI hallucinations and the concept of 'temperature' affecting AI responses. Ken also explores the future of autonomous AI agents and the potential for tailored models to assist in personal project management, making AI a true companion in our lives.

Explore the exciting world of Kubernetes management tools with insights into both paid and open-source user interfaces. Discover the strengths and weaknesses of popular options like Lens, K9S, and Portainer. Dive into specialized tools such as Headlamp and the Argo CD dashboard, highlighting their unique benefits for developers. Learn about the diverse preferences users have for management styles and get tips on selecting the right tools for your needs. This engaging discussion sheds light on the ever-evolving landscape of Kubernetes UIs.

Chris Kühl and Jose Blanquicet, the masterminds behind Inspektor Gadget, dive deep into their groundbreaking eBPF-focused multitool designed for Kubernetes. They discuss the tool's evolution for enhanced observability and troubleshooting, particularly in DNS and TCP monitoring. The duo also tackles the challenges of integrating with Windows nodes, and the importance of managing out-of-memory situations in containers. Listeners will learn about securing eBPF tools and the exciting roadmap ahead for Inspektor Gadget.

Maria Vechtomova, MLOps Tech Lead and co-founder of Marvelous MLOps, shares her insights on the essential differences between MLOps and traditional DevOps roles. She addresses the challenges DevOps engineers face when adopting machine learning workloads. Key discussions include best practices for model accuracy versus computational efficiency and navigating sensitive data in MLOps. Maria also delves into tools like Databricks and AWS SageMaker, and the potential of Golang for CI/CD automation, providing a roadmap for transitioning into MLOps.

Emile Vauge, CTO of Traefik Labs and a leader in cloud-native tech, dives into the exciting features of Traefik 3.0. He discusses the smooth migration from version 2.x, emphasizing security and flexibility. Listeners learn about the new WebAssembly plugin engine and the advantages of integrating the Gateway API and gRPC. Vauge highlights the significance of observability with OpenTelemetry for better network insights. He also celebrates the community's vital contributions, showcasing a 30% boost in performance.

Kyle Quest, the founder of Mintoolkit (formerly DockerSlim), dives into the art of optimizing container images. He discusses the evolution of Docker Slim and its name change to Mintoolkit, shedding light on the challenges of minimal image debugging. Kyle showcases innovative features like 'mint debug' for various container platforms and explores AI-assisted debugging. The conversation emphasizes community engagement and the need for user-friendly tools in DevOps, making complex infrastructures accessible to all!