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CNCF [Cloud Native Computing Foundation]

Topology Aware Routing in Kubernetes: Understanding the TrafficDistribution Feature

CNCF [Cloud Native Computing Foundation] via YouTube

Overview

Explore a technical conference talk that delves into the evolution and implementation of Topology Aware Routing in Kubernetes, focusing on the new TrafficDistribution field on Services that graduated to beta in Kubernetes 1.31. Learn about the complex journey of implementing this feature through three iterations, understanding the fundamental challenges faced along the way. Discover the current functionality of Traffic Distribution, its practical applications, and implementation details while examining specific examples that demonstrate both its effectiveness and limitations. Gain insights into how this feature interacts with key Kubernetes components including autoscaling, load balancers, Ingresses, Gateways, and Multi-Cluster Services. Master the concepts of Topology Aware Routing in Kubernetes, understand optimal use cases, and stay informed about ongoing developments in this space through this 27-minute presentation from Google's Rob Scott at CNCF.

Syllabus

Topology Aware Routing: Understanding the Tradeoffs - Rob Scott, Google

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CNCF [Cloud Native Computing Foundation]

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