Book Description
Cilium and eBPF are revolutionizing cloud-native development by providing unparalleled observability, security, and performance enhancements. Ultimate Cilium and eBPF for Cloud Native Development bridges the knowledge gap, empowering developers, DevOps engineers, and IT professionals to leverage these technologies for building robust, scalable cloud-native applications.

This book explores eBPF and Cilium in depth, starting with core concepts and fundamental principles to establish a solid foundation. Subsequent chapters cover practical applications, including tutorials on implementing Cilium in Kubernetes, optimizing network performance, and enhancing security with eBPF. Key takeaways include mastering eBPF programming, deploying Cilium for networking, monitoring applications, and leveraging eBPF for advanced security. Real-world case studies and hands-on examples provide practical insights and reinforce learning.

By the end of this book, you will be equipped to implement and manage eBPF and Cilium in cloud-native projects. You will gain the skills to optimize performance, ensure robust security, and achieve superior observability, positioning yourself at the forefront of cloud-native development.

Table of Contents
1. Introduction to Cloud Native Networking
2. Fundamentals of eBPF
3. Getting Started with Cilium
4. Advanced Cilium Features
5. eBPF Programming for Cloud-Native Environments
6. Cilium Internals
7. Security with Cilium and eBPF
8. Observability and Monitoring
9. Load Balancing and Service Discovery
10. Performance Optimization
11. Troubleshooting and Debugging
12. Extended Use Cases
13. Future of Cloud Native Networking with eBPF
Index