How to Turn Release Management from Duty to Fun: Lessons Learned Building the Cluster API Release Team

This talk details how the Cluster API project transformed its release management from a tedious chore into an engaging process. Speakers Yuvaraj Kakaraparthi and Joe Kratzat share lessons learned from building a dedicated release team, drawing inspiration from the Kubernetes release model. They discuss establishing predictable release cadences, fostering community involvement, and leveraging automation to improve efficiency and sustainability. The presentation highlights the positive impact of these changes on the community, users, and team members.