Description:
In this episode, Shon dives into the thrilling universe of eBPF with expert Bill Mulligan in this episode of the Cloud Control Podcast. Explore eBPF's transformative impact on cloud computing, development environments, and security. Discover its usage from tech giants like Facebook to everyday Android devices.
Venture into the open-source journey of Cilium, an eBPF-based project with diverse applications such as multicluster networking and observability. Find out why Cilium is the go-to CNI for all leading cloud providers.
The episode goes beyond tech, delving into the human aspect of transformations. Uncover the significance of inclusivity, diversity, and community in tech as Bill shares his open-source journey. Learn how giving back shapes successful for-profit organizations in the open-source realm.
Ideal for those intrigued by cloud-native transformations, open-source communities, or aspiring to join developer relations roles. Don't miss it!

Chapters:
| 0:00:03 | Introduction to the guest Bill Mulligan and his background in cloud native technology and building open source communities |
| 0:00:58 | Discussion on eBPF and its role in observability |
| 0:08:03 | Cilium project's use of eBPF as the foundation for container networking |
| 0:14:51 | Tips for implementing observability, leveraging higher-level tools like Hubble and Tetragon |
| 0:15:25 | Discussion on the transparency of eBPF-based projects like Hubble and its ability to collect observability data without code changes |
| 0:16:38 | Challenges faced by companies during cloud-native transformation and the importance of people and processes over technology |
| 0:19:24 | Importance of choosing technologies that will continue to innovate and evolve with the company's needs |
| 0:20:33 | Bill Mulligan's accidental journey into cloud-native technology and open source |
| 0:23:16 | Building open source communities at Isovalent and the importance of giving back |
| 0:25:07 | Importance of diversity and inclusion in the industry and investing in people |
| 0:30:02 | Tips for getting into a community or a developer relations role |
| 0:34:18 | Importance of people and processes over technology in open source communities |
| 0:34:59 | CNCF templates and resources for improving governance and community around open source projects |