How to Save Millions Over Years Using KEDA

Discover how to leverage KEDA (Kubernetes Event-Driven Autoscaling) to achieve significant cost savings in this informative conference talk. Explore the fundamentals of KEDA, its advantages over traditional Horizontal Pod Autoscaler (HPA), and its ability to scale Kubernetes workloads dynamically based on various event-driven triggers. Learn about BlackRock's use case for implementing KEDA to optimize resource utilization through event-driven autoscaling. Gain insights into the decision-making process, alternative options considered, and the setup of KEDA with Prometheus for metrics exposure. Delve into the main challenges faced during implementation and witness a live demonstration illustrating each step. Evaluate the anticipated cost savings and compare them to actual results, showcasing the potential for substantial long-term financial benefits when utilizing KEDA in Kubernetes environments.

How to Save Millions Over Years Using KEDA? - Solene Butruille, BlackRock