Leading Cloud Native: CNCF’s Growth, AI’s Impact and Driving Diversity – Tech.Strong.Women. EP39

In this episode of Tech.Strong.Women., hosts Jodi Ashley and Tracy Ragan sit down with Priyanka Sharma, executive director of the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF), to explore the rapid growth and influence of CNCF in the cloud native ecosystem. With more than 190 projects, 750+ member companies, and a developer community of 7.1 million worldwide, CNCF is shaping the future of cloud-native technologies. We dive into how AI is transforming cloud native solutions and the evolving role of DevOps and DevSecOps in managing new complexities.

Priyanka also discusses the challenges of improving diversity in open source, especially for women balancing tech careers and family, and highlights CNCF’s efforts to foster inclusion through mentorship and support initiatives. Tune in for insights on the future of cloud native, AI, and the importance of diversity in tech. To learn more about the cloud native community, join Priyanka at KubeCon + CloudNativeCon North America in Salt Lake City from Nov. 12-15.