The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source

Running functions anywhere with OpenFaaS (Interview)


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We’re talking with Alex Ellis, the founder of OpenFaaS — serverless functions made simple for Docker and Kubernetes. We talked about the backstory and details of OpenFaaS, “the curious case of serverless on Kubernetes,” the landscape of open source serverless platforms, how Alex is leading and building this community, getting involved, and maintainership vs leadership.

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  • Featuring:

    • Alex Ellis – Website, GitHub, LinkedIn, X
    • Adam Stacoviak – Website, GitHub, LinkedIn, Mastodon, X
    • Jerod Santo – GitHub, LinkedIn, Mastodon, X

    Show Notes:

    • OpenFaaS — serverless functions made simple for Docker and Kubernetes
    • You can donate to support the ongoing development and independence of OpenFaaS
    • Announcing the OpenFaaS function store
    • OpenFaaS #TeamServerless on LinkedIn
    • The Changelog #253: The serverless revolution with Pam Selle
    • JS Party #49: Serverless? We don’t need no stinkin’ SERVERS with special guest Jeremy Daly
    • The curious case of serverless on Kubernetes
    • The Changelog #329: Perspectives on Kubernetes and successful cloud platforms with Brendan Burns
    • (BOOK) - Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business
    • Inlets – expose your local endpoints to the internet
    • Something missing or broken? PRs welcome!

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