#72 Kubernetes at Scale: From On-Premises to Cloud

De Nederlandse Kubernetes Podcast

In this special episode recorded at TechEx Cloud & Security, Ronald Kers (CNCF Ambassador) and Jan Stomphorst (Solutions Architect at ACC ICT) are joined by Adnan Hodzic, a seasoned expert in data analytics and open-source contributions. The discussion centers on the transformative power of Kubernetes, the benefits of migrating to the cloud, and the importance of open-source collaboration in advancing technology.

Key Topics Discussed:

1. Adnan’s Journey into IT and Open Source:
   • Early fascination with technology, leading to impactful projects like Auto Freak, a Linux tool for optimizing system performance.
   • Open-source ethos: the rewards and challenges of contributing freely accessible tools used by major organizations.
2. Migrating to Google Cloud Platform:
   • Adnan outlines the migration of large-scale analytics workloads to GCP.
   • Advantages of Google services like Vertex AI and Kubernetes Engine for scalability and flexibility.
   • Cost-saving practices, such as spinning up clusters on demand to reduce idle resource consumption.
3. Kubernetes: On-Premises vs. Cloud Deployments:
   • Adnan shares insights on maintaining one of the largest on-prem Kubernetes clusters in the region.
   • The complexities of scalability, risk management, and compliance in hybrid environments.
   • Practical use cases for disaster recovery and multi-region failovers.
4. Open Source in the Financial Sector:
   • A conversation on fostering open-source collaboration among financial institutions like Rabobank and ABN Amro.
   • Opportunities to overcome silos and share solutions that improve efficiency across the industry.
5. Future of Kubernetes and Cloud Technologies:
   • The trend towards serverless infrastructure and tools like Cloud Run for lightweight, scalable solutions.
   • Calls for Kubernetes Long-Term Support (LTS) to ease maintenance for large enterprises.
   • Adnan’s vision for innovation through open-source and its parallels with automotive industry disruption.

Special Segment:
Recorded at TechEx Cloud & Security, this episode captures the lively atmosphere of one of the leading cloud and security events, showcasing how experts like Adnan are shaping the future of technology.

Closing Thoughts:
The episode concludes with a reflection on the importance of adaptability in a fast-evolving tech landscape. Ronald and Jan express their excitement for upcoming episodes featuring more insights on GitOps, security, and cutting-edge Kubernetes practices.

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