Create Istio Filters with Any Programming Language

Discover how to create Istio filters using virtually any programming language through WebAssembly in this informative conference talk. Learn about the power of extending Istio's functionality with custom filters, traditionally limited to compiled languages like Go, Rust, and Zig. Explore the exciting possibility of using interpreted languages, including those powering your backend, to develop Istio filters. Gain insights into the requirements, tools, processes, and limitations of creating filters with interpreted languages. Follow along with a demonstration of filter development using an interpreted language, and understand how this approach can simplify the development process and empower teams to build custom filters without learning a new language. By the end of this talk, acquire the knowledge needed to create your own Istio filter using an interpreted language, expanding your ability to implement custom features in Istio-powered service meshes.