Rust operators for Kubernetes | PlatformCon 2023

This presentation outlines the growing popularity of Rust within the cloud-native ecosystem, hurdles for wider adoption, and opportunities to improve platform reliability. In this talk we will explore the benefits of using the Rust programming language for building custom Kubernetes operators. Rust's focus on safety, performance, and reliability makes it an ideal language for developing robust, scalable, and efficient software solutions. We will delve into the unique features of Rust that make it an attractive choice for building Kubernetes operators, including its memory safety guarantees, zero-cost abstractions, and built-in concurrency support. We’ll also discuss some of the challenges when using Rust in the Kubernetes ecosystem, such as interfacing with other programming languages and managing dependencies. Finally, we’ll demonstrate how to build a simple Kubernetes operator using Rust and explore best practices for deploying and managing it in a production environment. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of the advantages and trade-offs of using Rust for Kubernetes development, and practical tips for getting started with building their own Rust-based operators. 🚀 Speaker: Alex Jones Engineering Director, Canonical _____________ Check all the PlatformCon talks: https://platformcon.com/talks Check all the PlatformCon tracks: https://platformcon.com/#conference-t... Join Platform Engineering Slack: https://platformengineering.org/slack-rd #PlatformCon2023 #PlatformEngineering