Talk Beginner First Talk

Realizing Open Application Management on Kubernetes with KubeVela

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Session Description

Kubernetes is powerful—but managing applications on it is still complex for most developers. Enter KubeVela, a modern application platform that abstracts this complexity through a programmable, model-driven, and GitOps-friendly approach.

In this session, we'll explore how KubeVela empowers developers and platform engineers alike to define, deploy, and operate cloud-native applications effortlessly. From real-world implementation in enterprise environments to aligning with the Open Application Model (OAM), this talk will showcase how KubeVela integrates with tools like Helm, Terraform, and GitOps pipelines while staying truly cloud-agnostic.

We'll also walk through how Guidewire uses KubeVela to manage multi-tenant environments on Kubernetes, improve developer experience, and adopt OSS practices at scale.

Key Takeaways

Why application management is still hard on Kubernetes
What KubeVela brings to the table
The basics of Open Application Model (OAM)
How to extend and customize KubeVela
A real-world case study: using KubeVela at scale in production
How to get involved in the KubeVela community

References

https://kubevela.io/

Session Categories

Knowledge Commons (Open Hardware, Open Science, Open Data etc.)

Technology architecture

Engineering practice - productivity, debugging

Which track are you applying for?

Main track

Speakers

Sreejith Rajashekaran Senior Technical Program Manager | Guidewire Software

Allow me to introduce myself as Sreejith Rajashekaran, a seasoned professional with 15 years of experience in the software industry.

Currently, I play the role of a Senior Technical Program Manager at Guidewire Software, managing the Open Source Practice here in India.

In the past, I held a significant role at SAP Labs India Pvt. Ltd., where I served as an Engineering Lead and Product Owner.

My expertise encompasses a unique blend of technical and functional knowledge, enabling me to deliver exceptional solutions.

Outside of work, I lead a vibrant lifestyle, enjoying travel, exploring diverse cuisines, and pursuing my passion for biking. I am committed to staying updated on the latest industry trends and technological advancements.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sreejith-rajashekaran/

Ayush Kumar Sofware Developer II | Guidewire Software

Software Engineer II at Guidewire Software

https://www.linkedin.com/in/cs-ayush-kumar/

Amit Singh Sofware Developer III | Guidewire Software

Goal and growth-mindset oriented professional with 6 years of experience spanning Platform Engineering and Microservice Development.
Demonstrated expertise in end-to-end software lifecycle management, from infrastructure provisioning to application deployment and monitoring. Successfully led the migration of test infrastructure to Kubernetes, achieving a 30% reduction in infrastructure costs.
Currently leading a team of 8 engineers in building a developer-centric platform utilizing cloud-native tools like Kubevela and Crossplane, enabling seamless deployment and management of applications alongside their infrastructure.
Known for proactively tackling complex challenges and delivering innovative solutions.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/singhamitch/