Gorkem Ercan, CTO and Founding Distinguished Engineer at Jozu, shares insights into overcoming the challenges of integrating AI and ML into DevOps workflows, emphasizing the critical role of immutable artifacts in ensuring trust and efficiency. He introduces KitOps.ml, an open-source project designed to simplify the management of AI/ML artifacts and enable seamless collaboration between teams. Erkan also explores the growing demand for data scientists, the evolving landscape of CI/CD pipelines, and the future of DevOps tools shaped by AI innovations. Reflecting on the energy of recent KubeCon events, he highlights how AI is driving transformative changes in cloud-native projects and invites listeners to explore KitOps.ml and engage with the community through the podcast’s platforms.