Explore real-world trust management techniques using Linkerd and cert-manager in this comprehensive conference talk. Dive into the intricacies of securing cloud-native applications and managing certificates effectively within Kubernetes environments. Learn how to leverage the power of Linkerd, a service mesh, and cert-manager, a certificate management tool, to enhance the security and reliability of your microservices architecture. Gain valuable insights into best practices for implementing robust trust management solutions in production environments. Discover practical strategies for automating certificate issuance, rotation, and revocation while ensuring seamless communication between services. By the end of this talk, acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to implement advanced trust management solutions in your cloud-native infrastructure.