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Why the Cloud Providers Need Kubernetes

Why the Cloud Providers Need Kubernetes

Understand why Kubernetes is needed by technology companies.

This conversation about the utility of Kubernetes is split into two parts:

  • Understanding why technology companies need Kubernetes

  • Explaining why the user community needs Kubernetes

Both are important and part of why Kubernetes will be with us for a long time. Some things we’ll discuss will help you avoid pitfalls when getting started.

History of Kubernetes

It all starts with Amazon Web Services (AWS).

Before 2006, big tech companies made easy money by selling servers, network switches, storage arrays, and licenses for monolithic apps. Then, from way out in ...