Kubernetes sprang from Google's Borg like a tech prodigy. It's a lesson in open-source wizardry, orchestrated by 150-200 zealous maintainers who roll out fresh updates every 14-16 weeks like clockwork. But here’s the magic trick: the "lead" and "shadow" setup. It’s a clever mentorship dance that lets rookies dive right in, contributing while they learn on the job. No résumé required.










