Uniting YANG with Kubernetes

Explore how to extend Kubernetes to communicate with physical, virtual, and containerized network devices using gNMI/Netconf protocols with YANG data models in this 11-minute lightning talk. Learn about a project that bridges the gap between Kubernetes orchestration and network device management through practical examples and examination of core components including device discovery mechanisms, schema management, configuration management processes, and drift detection capabilities. Gain insights from Nokia's CTO IP Division on integrating traditional network management protocols with modern container orchestration platforms to create unified infrastructure management solutions.