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From VDI to Kubernetes - How Topgolf Rebuilt Its Game Platform for Performance and Scale

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Discover how Topgolf transformed their game platform architecture in this 15-minute conference talk by migrating from costly virtual desktop infrastructure to a modern Kubernetes-based solution. Learn about the technical challenges of replacing traditional VDI with PXE-booted touchscreens featuring built-in GPUs, and explore how these devices were integrated into Kubernetes clusters to deploy Unity game instances within Linux containers. Understand the design decisions behind achieving reduced latency, enhanced reliability, and improved scalability while simplifying maintenance operations. Gain insights into the implementation challenges faced during this comprehensive rearchitecture and discover practical lessons learned about leveraging Kubernetes and edge computing to build robust, future-ready gaming platforms at scale.

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From VDI to Kubernetes: How Topgolf rebuilt its game platform for performance and scale

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