
Simplifying Kubernetes Adoption Challenges
Struggling to Learn Kubernetes?
Here’s How to Stay MotivatedIn this episode of Cloud Native Compass, host David Flanagan talks with Koray Oksay, a Kubernetes consultant, trainer at Kubermatic, CNCF Ambassador, and organizer of KCD Istanbul. From this episode, you’ll learn how to overcome the challenges of learning new technologies, how to find motivation, and how to use real-world projects to improve skills. The guest shares personal experiences—how he moved from struggling with Perl and Python to using them effectively in production.
Don’t miss this chance to learn from a seasoned professional!
00:00 Introduction and Missing Co-Host
00:25 Meet Koray: Background and Experience
01:59 Journey into Kubernetes and Cloud Native
04:55 Challenges in Adopting Kubernetes
06:17 Training and Skill Levels in Kubernetes
12:20 Tools and Best Practices in Kubernetes
17:44 Choosing the Right Tools for Your Needs
19:23 Preferred Tools and Final Thoughts
20:35 Introduction to KKP and Managed Kubernetes
21:10 Public Cloud vs On-Prem Kubernetes Management
21:56 Customization and Freedom in Kubernetes
24:04 Future Technologies in Kubernetes and Cloud Native
25:07 The Complexity of Kubernetes
27:01 Cluster Management Best Practices
33:31 Getting Started with Kubernetes: Tips and Resources
39:23 Final Thoughts and Community Involvement
Episode Video
Creators and Guests

Host
David Flanagan
I teach people advanced Kubernetes & Cloud Native patterns and practices. I am the founder of the Rawkode Academy and KubeHuddle, and I co-organise Kubernetes London.

Host
Laura Santamaria
🌻💙💛Developer Advocate 🥑 I ❤️ DevOps. Recovering Earth/Atmo Sci educator, cloud aficionado. Curator #AMinuteOnTheMic; cohost The Hallway Track, ex-PulumiTV.

Guest
Koray Oksay
Kubernetes Consultant / Trainer at Kubermatic CNCF Ambassador KCD Istanbul Organizer Kubestronaut