From cb324f6540ee8bdb8dd2cc12b876fea003ff0403 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Marcus Noble Date: Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:20:57 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] Updated KubeCon post Signed-off-by: Marcus Noble --- src/posts/2026-03-17-kubecon-eu-2026-guide.md | 19 ++++++++++++++++++- 1 file changed, 18 insertions(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/src/posts/2026-03-17-kubecon-eu-2026-guide.md b/src/posts/2026-03-17-kubecon-eu-2026-guide.md index 0c597b4..af34804 100644 --- a/src/posts/2026-03-17-kubecon-eu-2026-guide.md +++ b/src/posts/2026-03-17-kubecon-eu-2026-guide.md @@ -8,6 +8,17 @@ summary: | --- +
+Changelog + +2026-03-20: + +* Added note about Maintainer Summit sold out +* Added Kubernetes Contribution 101 +* Added link to Vlad Mocanu post + +
+ With KubeCon just 1 week away I thought it would be good to share some of my tips and suggestions on how to make the most of the week without burning out. I've been to _a few_ KubeCon's now, both EU and US, and I’ve learned a lot about how to make the most of the week and what not to do in order to protect your health! > Note: While the official name is KubeCon+CloudNativeCon, that's quite a mouthful so I'll just be referring to it as KubeCon (Sorry, CNCF) @@ -40,7 +51,7 @@ KubeCon has evolved over the years and has become much more than _just a confere * **[KubeCon+CloudNativeCon](https://events.linuxfoundation.org/kubecon-cloudnativecon-europe/)** - This is the main conference. The number of days varies a little depending on the location (e.g. Asia/India is less days) but it is usually 3 days with keynotes each morning and sessions / workshops throughout the rest of the days. * **[Co-Located Events](https://events.linuxfoundation.org/kubecon-cloudnativecon-europe/co-located-events/cncf-hosted-co-located-events-overview/)** - This is a collection of several topic-specific conferences hosted by CNCF the day before KubeCon begins. Access to these requires attendees to have an "All-Access Pass" ticket type which then means you're free to come and go between any of the co-located events. For KubeCon Amsterdam 2026 there are [16 co-located conferences](https://events.linuxfoundation.org/kubecon-cloudnativecon-europe/co-located-events/cncf-hosted-co-located-events-overview/) -* **[Maintainer Summit](https://events.linuxfoundation.org/kubecon-cloudnativecon-europe/features-add-ons/maintainer-summit/)** - Previously known as Contributor Summit, this is a smaller conference that brings together the builders of Kubernetes and other CNCF projects to discuss the challenges and future of the various projects. This is a great conference to get into some of the nitty-gritty details of cloud native tech but there are some [eligibility requirements](https://events.linuxfoundation.org/kubecon-cloudnativecon-europe/features-add-ons/maintainer-summit/#eligibility) you must meet to attend. +* **[Maintainer Summit](https://events.linuxfoundation.org/kubecon-cloudnativecon-europe/features-add-ons/maintainer-summit/)** - Previously known as Contributor Summit, this is a smaller conference that brings together the builders of Kubernetes and other CNCF projects to discuss the challenges and future of the various projects. This is a great conference to get into some of the nitty-gritty details of cloud native tech but there are some [eligibility requirements](https://events.linuxfoundation.org/kubecon-cloudnativecon-europe/features-add-ons/maintainer-summit/#eligibility) you must meet to attend. (Note: This is sold out and currently waitlist only) ### The Unofficial Ones @@ -85,6 +96,8 @@ KubeCon has evolved over the years and has become much more than _just a confere > My co-speaker Mark has done a fantastic post about [How to KubeCon](https://sagikazarmark.com/blog/posts/how-to-kubecon/) and goes into more detail about a lot of these same points. Highly recommended read! +> In response to this post, [Vlad Mocanu](https://www.linkedin.com/in/vtmocanu/) has written up their own [KubeCon Survival Guide](https://hai.wxs.ro/guides/kubecon-guide/) with lots of amazing extra tips. Well worth a read! + ## KubeCon Points of Interest KubeCon itself is also more than just the talks... @@ -127,6 +140,10 @@ KubeCon itself is also more than just the talks... Throughout the week there are several CNCF projects hosting [ContribFest session](https://kccnceu2026.sched.com/overview/type/%F0%9F%9A%A8+Contribfest?iframe=no) where anyone is invited to show up and help contributing to the project in a structured way. This is a great way to get some experience with a new technology or to contribute back to a project you rely on. +* **Kubernetes Contribution 101** + + If you're looking to start contributing to open source but not sure where to start then there is a [session Tuesday afternoon](https://kccnceu2026.sched.com/event/2ITlD/kubernetes-contribution-101) dedicated to getting folks ready for their first contribution. + Take a look at the [venue map](https://events.linuxfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/KCEU26-VenueMap.pdf) to find out where the various keynotes, sessions and activities can be found. ## Beyond the Conference