The Future of Service Mesh - Sidecar vs Sidecarless

Explore the evolution and future of service mesh technology in this 27-minute conference talk by Zhonghu Xu from Huawei. Delve into the history of Istio, the most prominent service mesh since 2017, and its development around the sidecar model. Examine the recent shift towards sidecarless architecture with the introduction of the 'Ambient' mode in 2022. Learn about Istio's latest advancements, including Gateway API support and delta xDS status. Discuss the potential future directions for Istio, considering whether a full transition to Ambient mode or a dual-wheel approach is more likely. Gain insights into the ongoing debate between sidecar and sidecarless implementations in service mesh technology.