Knowing your way around a tool is key to putting it to good use, and this concept doesn't just apply to your weekend hobby projects. It's just as true of DevOps essentials like Kubernetes as it is of an artist's favorite brushes or a woodworker's lathe – Cultivating a thorough understanding of your systems enhances the work you produce.
...Or at least it should. Many devs barely have enough time to learn the basics of their preferred toolkits, let alone dive into the intricacies that make them enterprise-worthy. The reality is that mastering Kubernetes is no small task. Although its complexity isn't out of line for such a powerful tool, it tends to work against those trying to find their footing.