Kubernetes at XING: what it takes to build a coherent development environment - Egor Balyshev

This talk features Egor Balyshev, a key member of the team that developed XING's new platform built on Kubernetes. He discusses the design of their internal Platform as a Service (PaaS) and highlights the challenges faced along the way, as well as the solutions implemented. The session reflects on the Kubernetes programming interface and presents real-world examples of how automation and closed feedback loops enhance developer efficiency. Key topics include custom controllers, Prometheus, and the integration of tools like GitHub, Jenkins, Golang, and Groovy, sharing valuable lessons learned throughout the process.