Cloud Server-Side WebAssembly

02/28/25 • 38 min

In this episode, David and Laura catch up with Mikkel Mørk Hegnhøj from Fermyon to break down the latest in WebAssembly. They’ll cover how it’s changing cloud computing, what’s new with Spin and WASI, and why devs should care. Tune in for some great insights!

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Creators & Guests

(00:00) - Introduction to Server-Side WebAssembly
(00:25) - Technical Difficulties and Banter
(01:01) - Guest Introduction: Mikkel Mørk Hegnhøj
(02:00) - WebAssembly Evolution and Spin 3.0
(05:02) - WASI and WebAssembly Components
(10:23) - WebAssembly in Kubernetes
(16:26) - Spin 3.0 Features and Future Directions
(19:25) - Distributed Promises and WebAssembly
(19:58) - Frameworks and Programming Languages in WebAssembly
(20:58) - Polyglot Development and Experimentation
(22:40) - Practical Use Cases for Polyglot Programming
(24:37) - Enterprise Benefits of WebAssembly
(25:29) - Component-Based Deployment in Kubernetes
(28:20) - Developer Experience with Spin and WebAssembly
(33:28) - Open Telemetry Integration in Spin V3
(35:50) - Future of Spin and WebAssembly
(37:40) - Closing Remarks and Upcoming Events

Click here to watch a video of this episode.
Creators & Guests

(00:00) - Introduction to Server-Side WebAssembly
(00:25) - Technical Difficulties and Banter
(01:01) - Guest Introduction: Mikkel Mørk Hegnhøj
(02:00) - WebAssembly Evolution and Spin 3.0
(05:02) - WASI and WebAssembly Components
(10:23) - WebAssembly in Kubernetes
(16:26) - Spin 3.0 Features and Future Directions
(19:25) - Distributed Promises and WebAssembly
(19:58) - Frameworks and Programming Languages in WebAssembly
(20:58) - Polyglot Development and Experimentation
(22:40) - Practical Use Cases for Polyglot Programming
(24:37) - Enterprise Benefits of WebAssembly
(25:29) - Component-Based Deployment in Kubernetes
(28:20) - Developer Experience with Spin and WebAssembly
(33:28) - Open Telemetry Integration in Spin V3
(35:50) - Future of Spin and WebAssembly
(37:40) - Closing Remarks and Upcoming Events

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Navigating Kubernetes: Insights, Challenges, and the Release Cycle with Kat Cosgrove

In this episode of Cloud Native Compass, hosts David Flanagan and Laura Santamaria dive deep into the complexities of the Kubernetes release cycle with guest Kat Cosgrove. Kat, a sub-project lead for SIGrelease in the Kubernetes project, shares her experiences and discusses issues such as burnout, handling drive-by PRs, and the nuances of managing a fast-moving open source project. They explore the structure of the release team, the challenges of maintaining CI stability, and the ever-evolving nature of contributing to Kubernetes. Alongside tech talk, the trio reminisces about their work history, the challenging debates over project management, and the quirks of maintaining open source projects. Kat also recommends a book, a movie, and an album, providing a well-rounded blend of tech insights and personal favorites.

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Featuring

(00:00) - Introduction
(00:08) - Meet the Hosts and Guest
(01:24) - Kubernetes Release Process Overview
(03:22) - Challenges in Kubernetes Release Management
(04:08) - Team Structure and Roles
(06:29) - Open Source Contributions and Burnout
(11:06) - Managing CI and Bug Triage
(15:28) - Release Delays and External Dependencies
(16:51) - Press Embargoes and Publicity
(20:46) - AI in Open Source Documentation
(22:13) - The Challenges of Open Source Contributions
(23:06) - The Auto PEP 8 Incident
(23:49) - The Overwhelming Decisions of Maintainers
(24:01) - The Etiquette of Open Source PRs
(26:39) - Personal Experiences in Open Source
(28:56) - The Accidental Involvement in Kubernetes
(32:17) - The Chaos of SIG Release
(34:31) - Kubernetes 2.0 and Backwards Compatibility
(37:07) - Book, Movie, and Album Recommendations
(38:51) - Conclusion and Farewell

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Don’t miss this chance to learn from a seasoned professional!

00:00 Introduction and Missing Co-Host

00:25 Meet Koray: Background and Experience

01:59 Journey into Kubernetes and Cloud Native

04:55 Challenges in Adopting Kubernetes

06:17 Training and Skill Levels in Kubernetes

12:20 Tools and Best Practices in Kubernetes

17:44 Choosing the Right Tools for Your Needs

19:23 Preferred Tools and Final Thoughts

20:35 Introduction to KKP and Managed Kubernetes

21:10 Public Cloud vs On-Prem Kubernetes Management

21:56 Customization and Freedom in Kubernetes