This episode is sponsored by LearnKube — get started on your Kubernetes journey through comprehensive online, in-person or remote training. === Eric Jalal, an independent consultant and Kubernetes developer, *explains how Kubernetes is fundamentally built on familiar Linux features*. He discusses why understanding Linux is crucial for working with Kubernetes and how this knowledge can simplify your approach to cloud-native technologies. You will learn: - Why Eric considers Kubernetes to be *"just Linux"* and how it *wraps existing Linux technologies*. - The importance of *understanding Linux fundamentals* (file systems, networking, storage). - How Kubernetes *provides a standard and consistent interface* for managing Linux-based infrastructure. - Why learning Linux deeply can make *Kubernetes adoption an incremental step* rather than a giant leap Find all the links and info for this episode here: === Interested in sponsoring a KubeFM episode? === CHAPTERS ========= 00:00 Introduction and sponsor message 01:43 Eric's current focus and professional background 04:33 Eric's journey into cloud native and staying updated 08:49 Career advice for younger self 11:34 Kubernetes and Linux: The relationship 14:27 The simplicity of Kubernetes 19:36 Kubernetes as a wrapper on top of Linux 22:45 Container runtimes in Kubernetes 25:34 Layers of abstraction in cloud technologies 30:14 Linux APIs and Kubernetes resource management 35:49 Kubernetes' opinionated approach to Linux APIs 39:31 The value of learning Linux for Kubernetes 42:32 Recommended resources for learning Linux 45:06 The future of Kubernetes and Linux 45:49 Eric's hobbies and future plans 48:03 Closing remarks LISTEN ON ========= - Apple Podcast - Spotify - Amazon Music - Overcast - Pocket casts - Deezer