Real-World Strategies for Cutting Kubernetes Costs: Why One Size Doesn’t Fit All - Dolis Sharma

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Real-World Strategies for Cutting Kubernetes Costs: Why One Size Doesn’t Fit All - Dolis Sharma, Nirmata

Are your Kubernetes costs spiraling out of control? You're not alone—and there's no silver bullet. This talk explores the most common cost pitfalls in Kubernetes environments and offers multiple, practical solutions that teams can tailor to their needs. We'll dive into real-world FinOps challenges like over-provisioned workloads, idle resources, inefficient scaling, and lack of governance. You'll learn how tools like Karpenter, VPA, Spot Instances, cleanup utilities, and policy enforcement each solve a piece of the puzzle. Whether you're just starting out or trying to reduce an already hefty bill, this session will help you map the right strategies to your workloads and teams. Expect hands-on examples, decision criteria, and battle-tested tips to help you slash your cloud spend—without compromising on performance or velocity.