Testing and validating Helm Charts - workshop

Welcome back to the Belgian Developer Experience Network!

Three fantastic events have passed covering everything from AI and Java to Platform Engineering and DevSecOps, so we’re excited to switch gears for our fourth meetup. This time, we’re hosting a hands-on workshop focused on a critical tool in the cloud-native ecosystem: Helm.

Join us on October 21st, 2025, at the FlowFactor office in Kontich for an evening dedicated to “Testing and validating Helm Charts.” Instead of traditional talks, this session will be an interactive workshop designed to give you practical skills. So don’t forget you bring your laptop or portable!

Whether you’re new to Helm or looking to solidify your testing strategies, this workshop will provide valuable insights and help you locate issues in your charts. Get ready to connect with fellow developers, learn new techniques, and elevate your Helm game.

Schedule:
- 18:00 - 18:20 - Doors open
- 18:20 - 18:30 - Intro
- 18:30 - 19:10 - Workshop part 1: Helm chart unit and integration testing

• Speaker:
  Glenn Janssens (DevOps Engineer at FlowFactor)
• Description:
  This interactive workshop will dive into the world of testing Helm Charts. Attendees will learn practical tips and tricks on how to write effective unit and integration tests. The goal is to establish a robust testing process that provides quick feedback on possible issues, ensuring your Helm deployments are reliable and bug-free from the start.

- 19:10 - 19:20 - Break
- 19:20 - 20:00 - Workshop part 2: "Coming Soon"

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- 19:45 - 22:00 - Network Event & Food
After the talks you will be able to share your valuable insights and ideas with everyone, while sharing some food and drinks.

Additional note: This meetup includes food and an activity. Please keep your RSVP status up to date so we do not waste any of our food. In case you're doubting the feasibility to join in person, please update your RSVP accordingly.