pidfd: What have we been up to?

Presenters Christian Brauner Source All Systems Go! 2025 Diving Deep into Linux Namespaces: A Look at PFDs and the Future of Containerization 🚀 Ever wondered how Linux manages containers and isolates processes? It’s a surprisingly intricate dance of kernel features, and the recent presentation by Christian Hoelzl, alongside David Howell and Joseph Saffer, offered a fascinating glimpse into the ongoing evolution. This isn’s just about making containers work; it’s about designing a kernel that’s flexible, secure, and adaptable. Let’s break down the key takeaways – it’s a journey worth taking! 🛠️ ...

October 1, 2025 · 4 min

New Linux Kernel Coredump Infrastructure

Presenters Christian Brauner Source All Systems Go! 2025 Level Up Your Kernel Debugging: A Look at the New Quadump Socket Protocol 🚀 Debugging kernel crashes can be a frustrating experience. Luckily, the Linux kernel is constantly evolving to make this process more efficient and insightful. Recently, a new protocol – the Quadump Socket Protocol – has emerged, offering a significantly improved way to handle core dumps. Let’s dive into what this means for developers and system administrators! ...

October 1, 2025 · 3 min