Aiven Operator for Kubernetes version 0.35.0 now available

This release introduces significant updates including Kubernetes v0.28 support. The operator now requires Go 1.20+.

A major change in this version is the complete removal of the Redis kind and controller from the operator, as Redis has reached end of life. Use Valkey instead for all caching services.

Key enhancements in this release include:

• Enhanced backup capabilities: Both Kafka and PostgreSQL now support configurable automatic backups with new fields for backup intervals and retention periods
• Improved authentication: Kafka services now support Let's Encrypt certificate authorities for SASL authentication and SASL OAUTHBEARER with configurable allowed URLs
• MySQL migration improvements: Added experimental database dump tool configuration and replication options for enhanced migration workflows
• PostgreSQL high availability: New dedicated read-only DNS option that automatically falls back to primary when standby nodes are unavailable
• Performance optimizations: Valkey I/O threads maximum increased from 32 to 256, and various field limits expanded

For complete details on all changes and deprecations, check out the full Aiven Operator changelog.