The Path to Helm 4 - Understanding the Next Major Version of Kubernetes Package Manager

Learn about the evolution and future direction of Helm, the package manager for Kubernetes, in this conference talk presented by Matt Farina from SUSE and Andrew Block from Red Hat. Explore how Helm has grown alongside Kubernetes since 2015, maintaining stability through semantic versioning while adapting to Kubernetes' evolution. Discover the reasoning behind the development of Helm 4, including the need for breaking changes to accommodate new capabilities. Gain insights into the key features of Helm 4, understand the support plans for Helm 3, and learn how to participate in shaping the project's future. Master the safeguards used to maintain Helm's stability and understand how this critical tool continues to serve communities and organizations worldwide in their Kubernetes deployments.