Explore the essentials of Open Virtual Network Kubernetes (OVN-K8s) plugin and its implementation in OpenShift in this 36-minute conference talk by Surya Seetharaman and Patryk Diak. Delve into the architecture and key concepts of OVN-K8s, understand how Kubernetes resources map into OVN, and learn about the differences between OVN-K8s and its predecessor. Discover new features supported by OVN-K8s and witness a demonstration showcasing the inner workings of these components. Gain valuable insights into why OVN-K8s was chosen as the default certified Container Network Interface (CNI) solution for OpenShift 4.12+. Walk away with a comprehensive understanding of OVN-K8s and acquire troubleshooting skills for CNI-related issues, essential knowledge for engineers, developers, operators, and users within the OpenShift ecosystem.