How We Are Moving from GitOps to Kubernetes Resource Model in 5G Core

Explore the transition from GitOps to Kubernetes Resource Model (KRM) in 5G Core networks through this insightful 40-minute conference talk by Joel Studler and Ashan Senevirathne from Swisscom. Discover how Swisscom is revolutionizing mobile network deployment and lifecycle management by adopting a dynamic KRM-oriented approach. Learn about the challenges of rethinking configuration and change management in the context of 5G core networks. Gain valuable insights into cloud-native concepts such as Kubernetes Operators and Custom Resource Definitions, and their application in the telecommunications industry. Delve into the implementation of end-to-end automation using Kubernetes clusters for dynamic configuration management. Explore the integration of tools like Nephio, custom-built Kubernetes Operators, and CI/CD solutions such as Flux and Argo, and understand how these technologies complement the GitOps methodology in the evolving landscape of 5G infrastructure.