Kubernetes Data Protection WG Deep Dive

The Kubernetes Data Protection Working Group (WG) focuses on enhancing data protection capabilities within Kubernetes. This session provides a deep dive into the WG's work, covering the current state of data protection in Kubernetes, future directions, and how interested parties can contribute. The discussion touches upon identifying missing functionalities, designing features, and collaborating across SIGs. Key updates include the publication of a white paper and an annual report. The talk details components like Volume Mode Convention, Volume Populator, Change Block Tracking (CBT), Backup Repository (with a focus on the Cozy project for object storage), and hooks for application consistency (Container Notifier, Consistent Group Snapshot). The goal is to enable robust application-level backup and restore workflows for stateful applications in Kubernetes.