The EDB team is excited to be participating in Kubernetes Community Days Denmark 2024 (KCD Denmark), a global, community-organized event bringing together developers, DevOps engineers, and IT professionals to explore Kubernetes and cloud-native technologies. This vibrant event, known for its talks, workshops, and networking opportunities, serves as a prime opportunity for sharing the latest developments in the Kubernetes ecosystem—enabling collaboration and learning within both local and international Kubernetes communities.
This year, EDB’s own Gabriele Bartolini, VP, Chief Architect, Kubernetes, will be speaking on the main stage, delivering his talk titled "CloudNativePG: The Past, The Present, The Future." As a co-founder and maintainer of CloudNativePG and a contributor to Postgres, Gabriele will dive deep into the pivotal role Postgres is playing in cloud-native environments.
Sneak Peek: What You Can Expect from Gabriele’s Talk
Postgres is emerging as the go-to database for cloud-native environments. "CloudNativePG: The Past, The Present, The Future" will explore how CloudNativePG is transforming Postgres' management within Kubernetes by providing an open-source, secure, and flexible solution for mission-critical workloads.
Some key points he'll cover include:
- Risk Mitigation from Vendor Lock-In: CloudNativePG’s open-source stack allows organizations to avoid being locked into specific vendors, providing freedom and flexibility.
- Data Protection: With its secure-by-default approach, CloudNativePG offers comprehensive protection with features like encryption and access controls.
- Data Sovereignty: Organizations maintain control over their data by hosting PostgreSQL on local Kubernetes clusters, ensuring compliance with regional data laws.
- Data Portability: Seamless database migration between different environments, including on-premises, hybrid, and various cloud providers.
- Flexibility: CloudNativePG supports both microservice architectures and traditional application deployments within Kubernetes clusters.
- Cost Efficiency: CloudNativePG optimizes resource usage and provides a cost-effective alternative to DBaaS solutions.
The Future of Postgres in Kubernetes
As Postgres continues to integrate more advanced features, such as the pgvector extension that powers AI applications, CloudNativePG ensures that Postgres remains at the forefront of modern data management. At the event, EDB will highlight the evolution of CloudNativePG and showcase how it’s enabling organizations to run Postgres databases effectively within Kubernetes environments, offering enhanced security, portability, and operational flexibility.
Join the KCD Denmark 2024 Community
Whether you're a seasoned Kubernetes user or just diving in, this event will provide valuable insights into the future of Postgres and cloud-native tech. Don't miss out on the opportunity to meet the EDB team and learn how CloudNativePG is shaping the future of data management!
Get your ticket to KCD Denmark on November 19-20 here.
For more information on running Postgres in Kubernetes, check out these resources:
We look forward to seeing you in Denmark!