Reflecting on Large-Scale Cloud-Native Modernizations

This panel conversation features Christopher Nuland, James Bench, Valentina Rodriguez Sosa, and Jared Burck discussing their experiences with large-scale cloud-native modernizations. They delve into the challenges of migrating from on-premise, monolithic systems to Kubernetes-based ecosystems, the role of community-led projects like Konveyor in assessing applications, and the planning and execution phases of their migrations. The discussion also covers how to overcome challenges such as change management and scheduling conflicts, and explores lessons learned from their projects. The speakers highlight that migrations are often more about people and information than technology, emphasizing the importance of organizational buy-in, early stakeholder involvement, and thorough analysis.