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Unveiling Resilience: A Conversation with LitmusChaos Co-founder Karthik Satchitanand

Unveiling Resilience: A Conversation with LitmusChaos Co-founder Karthik Satchitanand

In this podcast, we delve into the world of Chaos Engineering with Karthik Satchitanand, a principal software engineer at Harness and co-founder and maintainer of LitmusChaos, a CNCF incubated project. In this episode, we explore LitmusChaos, an open-source platform designed specifically for chaos engineering within cloud-native environments. Karthik discusses LitmusChaos’ capabilities, from offering pre-built chaos…

Karpenter 1.0.0: A New Era in Kubernetes Node Lifecycle Management

Karpenter 1.0.0: A New Era in Kubernetes Node Lifecycle Management

In November 2021, AWS introduced Karpenter, an ambitious open-source project designed to transform the way Kubernetes clusters are scaled and managed. Initially, Karpenter was conceived as a high-performance, flexible alternative to the Kubernetes Cluster Autoscaler. Over the past three years, it has evolved dramatically into a comprehensive, Kubernetes-native node lifecycle manager. This evolution has not…

5 Reasons Why Kubernetes is Ideal for AI Inference

5 Reasons Why Kubernetes is Ideal for AI Inference

Kubernetes, the industry-standard container orchestration platform, has emerged as a powerful tool for managing AI inference workloads. Its ability to efficiently deploy, scale, and manage complex applications makes it an ideal choice for organizations looking to harness the power of AI. In this blog, we’ll explore five key reasons why Kubernetes is the perfect fit…

Kubernetes 1.30: A Comprehensive Overview of New Features

Kubernetes 1.30: A Comprehensive Overview of New Features

Kubernetes 1.30, codenamed “Uwubernetes,” has arrived, packing a powerful punch with 45 enhancements designed to elevate your container orchestration experience. Let’s delve into the key features that will empower developers and operators alike: Stable Powerhouse: Alpha Innovations: Beta Breakthroughs: Ready to experience the difference? Unlock the full potential of your Kubernetes clusters with our platform….

Don’t Get Left Behind! Explore How AI Can Help You Work Smarter (and Faster!)

Don’t Get Left Behind! Explore How AI Can Help You Work Smarter (and Faster!)

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the way we work and live. From automating tasks to generating creative content and analyzing data, AI tools can significantly boost your productivity and efficiency. But with so many options available, where do you even begin? This article provides a curated list of some of the most valuable AI…

Boost Efficiency and Security: Kubermatic Kubernetes Platform Empowers You

Boost Efficiency and Security: Kubermatic Kubernetes Platform Empowers You

Hey there, infrastructure enthusiasts! This blog post is here to introduce you to the latest and greatest features of the Kubermatic Kubernetes Platform (KKP). KKP empowers you to leverage the power of AI for streamlined operations and ensures seamless backup, recovery, and migration capabilities for your Kubernetes clusters. Embrace the Future: AI-Powered Infrastructure KKP takes…

Unveiling Hidden Threats: Detecting Unauthorized Access in Kubernetes with eBPF

Unveiling Hidden Threats: Detecting Unauthorized Access in Kubernetes with eBPF

Kubernetes reigns supreme as the container orchestration platform, but its vast power demands robust security. This blog explores eBPF (Extended Berkeley Packet Filter), a powerful tool for safeguarding your Kubernetes clusters. What is eBPF? eBPF allows you to run custom code within the Linux kernel for monitoring and control. It acts like a Swiss army…

Attacking and Defending Kubernetes Clusters: A Security Walkthrough

Attacking and Defending Kubernetes Clusters: A Security Walkthrough

Introduction In today’s containerized and microservices-driven world, Kubernetes reigns supreme as the orchestration platform of choice. However, its widespread adoption has opened a new frontier for cyberattacks. Malicious actors are increasingly targeting Kubernetes clusters, seeking to exploit vulnerabilities and gain unauthorized access. This blog post will explore the attack landscape for Kubernetes clusters and provide…

PAS: The Future of Kubernetes Scheduling is Here

PAS: The Future of Kubernetes Scheduling is Here

Platform Aware Scheduling (PAS) is revolutionizing how workloads are assigned in Kubernetes environments. By exposing platform-specific attributes to the Kubernetes scheduler, PAS enhances the scheduler’s decision-making capabilities using a modular, policy-driven approach. This innovative project comprises a core library and information for building custom scheduler extensions, as well as specific implementations that can be directly…

Fortress Kubernetes: Building a Secure Foundation for Your Supply Chain

Fortress Kubernetes: Building a Secure Foundation for Your Supply Chain

Have you ever worried about a security breach stemming from your Kubernetes environment? In this episode of KubeFM, Yakir and Assaf from Aqua Security unpack the critical issue of exposed Kubernetes secrets and how a robust strategy can defuse this ticking time bomb. Why are Exposed Secrets a Threat? Kubernetes secrets store sensitive information like…