Kubernetes CRD Design for the Long Haul: Tips, Tricks, and Lessons Learned

This conference talk explores the design and evolution of Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs) in Kubernetes, presented by Christian Schlotter from Broadcom and Fabrizio Pandini from VMware by Broadcom. Discover essential tips, tricks, and valuable lessons learned for creating CRDs that can support your cloud native journey for the next decade. Learn how CRDs serve as the critical bridge between Kubernetes and your applications, processes, and tooling. Understand the challenges of designing effective CRDs and how to overcome them. Transform complex CRDs into simple, consistent API types that are accessible and user-friendly. This 28-minute presentation from the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) provides practical insights for developers looking to implement sustainable Kubernetes extensions through well-designed custom resources.