Introduction We are entering a new era where developers need to begin building cloud native applications based on a container- ized, microservices architecture. At the same time, there has been an incredible amount of innovation based on the open source revolution. This innovation is driving change in the world of software development and deployment at a frenetic pace. When executed well, these new applica- tions will help businesses be better prepared for changes in customer requirements. The purpose of this book is to introduce you to the com- bination of two powerful open source standards: Kuber- netes and Jenkins X. Kubernetes is the de facto standard for container orchestration while Jenkins X is a platform that hides the complexities of Kubernetes from the devel- oper. By adopting Jenkins X, developers are able to focus on creating high-quality code and excellent user experi- ences rather than getting bogged down by the intricacies of Kubernetes. The power of Kubernetes and Jenkins X together, is a partnership that enables organizations to leverage cloud native environments in a consistent and predictable way. To be successful in a cloud dominated world requires that teams of business and technical leaders collaborate to create meaningful solutions to make customers success- ful. This collaboration results in new business models that can change the way business is revolutionized. Why read this book? This book gives you a roadmap to understanding what Ku- bernetes is and the ecosystem of open source tools that sur- round it. We will put this important platform in context with ix