KubeCon + CloudNativeCon India 2024

We, Priyanka and Jason, have been involved in Kubernetes release cycles for years, taking on roles from shadow to Release Lead and Emeritus Advisor. While we've worked with Kubernetes Enhancement Proposals (KEPs) throughout this time, it wasn’t until the 1.29 release, while prepping for press interviews, that we really dug into them—and wow, did we learn a lot! KEPs aren’t just feature proposals; they give you a peek into the entire lifecycle of a feature—designs, alternatives, testing, and final code. They’re a goldmine for understanding Kubernetes, whether you’re new or a seasoned contributor. We’ll walk you through some real KEPs and share our approach to reading and making sense of them. If you’re curious about Kubernetes and want to explore its features more deeply, join us. There’s so much to discover, and we’re excited to share what we’ve learned with you!