The next-generation Kubernetes traffic routing APIs are now Generally Available for service mesh use cases.

Istio is an open-source service mesh platform that helps developers connect, secure, and manage microservices-based applications. With features such as traffic management, security policies, and observability tools, Istio simplifies the complexities of microservices architecture, enabling developers to build resilient and scalable applications. Through documentation, tutorials, and community support, Istio provides developers with the tools and resources needed to implement service mesh patterns and improve the reliability and performance of their distributed systems.

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Service Mesh support in the Gateway API is now officially 'Stable'! Users can make use of the next-generation traffic management APIs for both ingress and service mesh use cases. Istio users can use the same routing API for all of their traffic. The Gateway API is a collection of APIs that are part of Kubernetes, focusing on traffic routing and management.

Gateway API Mesh Support Promoted To Stable