At KubeCon 2024, Alan Shimel and the Techstrong Gang discuss Kubernetes’ shift from a specialized, cloud-native tool to an essential platform for a wide range of applications, from data centers to edge computing. They highlight the industry’s efforts to make Kubernetes more accessible, as well as the trend toward managed services to simplify its complex operations. The conversation also touches on Kubernetes' role in modern software factories, where automation and AI are beginning to shape the future of development.