What You Should Know About Etcd v3

Explore the key changes and considerations for etcd v3, the preferred storage backbone for Kubernetes clusters as of version 1.6. Learn about the introduction of gRPC, its impact on the REST API, and the implications of HTTP and gRPC namespace differences. Gain insights into common failure scenarios, misconceptions about leader election, and the risks associated with different cluster sizes and geographical distributions. Witness a live demonstration of cluster backup and restoration techniques. Suitable for developers relying on etcd-backed platforms, including Kubernetes and other cloud-native projects, with basic familiarity of etcd and distributed consensus concepts.

What You Should Know about Etcd v3 - Paul Burt & Elsie Phillips, CoreOS