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This 24-minute conference talk by Dariusz Sosnowski from NVIDIA Corporation explores how the DPDK flow API is evolving to provide flexible protocol parsing capabilities that rival P4 strengths. Learn about the implementation of Relaxed Matching Mode and Flex Parser APIs that support TLV (Type-Length-Value) and modify flex field functionalities. Discover how these advancements help narrow the gap with P4's protocol parsing flexibility by enabling custom protocol creation and header manipulation. The presentation demonstrates how DPDK now offers a viable alternative that addresses advanced protocol parsing and customization requirements while meeting industry standards.