The Absolute Beginner's Guide to Cloud Native

This 25-minute conference talk provides a comprehensive introduction to cloud native concepts for absolute beginners. Presented by Kyle Penfound from Dagger and Cortney Nickerson from Kubeshop at a CNCF event, the session breaks down complex cloud native principles into simple, digestible explanations. Learn about the core characteristics of cloud native systems as defined by the Cloud Native Computing Foundation: loosely coupled systems that are secure, resilient, manageable, sustainable, and observable. Through relatable analogies and practical examples, explore the software development lifecycle, cloud infrastructure fundamentals, and get an introduction to Kubernetes. Perfect for newcomers feeling overwhelmed by cloud native technologies or for experienced practitioners looking for clear ways to explain these concepts to others.