Explore the powerful and flexible Linux kernel technology eBPF in this 57-minute episode of KBE Insider. Join expert hosts Langdon White and Savitha Raghunathan as they interview Zain Asgar, Robby Cochran, and Andrew Stoycos to demystify eBPF and its applications in Kubernetes environments. Discover how eBPF enhances observability, security, performance, and networking in Kubernetes clusters through real-world examples. Learn about the technology's evolution, its comparison to cluster focus, and its role in kernel data extraction. Gain insights into eBPF's use cases, learning curve, and future developments, including its potential expansion to Windows and ARM architectures. Whether you're a Kubernetes expert or beginner, this insider discussion offers valuable knowledge to optimize your environment and stay ahead in the rapidly evolving world of container orchestration.
eBPF: Enhancing Kubernetes with Powerful Linux Kernel Technology
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
Guest Introductions
Robbie Cochran
Zane Smith
Open Source Pixie
Open Source Robbie
What is eBPF
eBPF vs Cluster Focus
Why get data from the kernel
Use cases for eBPF
What are you most waiting for
What did eBPF do for you
How do you move at a faster pace
What about longterm BPF
Learning curve
Getting started
Whats next for eBPF
Whats next in the Horizon
eBPF in the kernel
eBPF in Windows
eBPF on Windows
eBPF on ARM
Multiarch deployment
Realtime deployment
Final thoughts
Conclusion
Taught by
Red Hat Developer
