Prepare to witness the powerhouse of the Kong ecosystem: Kong plugins. - the turbochargers propelling the Kong ecosystem into hyperdrive, offering you unparalleled control over API gateway policies with plug-and-play ease.

In this session, we’re not just scratching the surface - we’re diving deep into the heart of Kong’s plugin architecture. Get ready to grasp the fundamentals of plugin development, testing methodologies that scream efficiency, and the art of automated delivery. You’ll gain insights into the different plugin phases during an API request, learn about unit testing, and discover how to seamlessly install a plugin in Kong Gateway.

But wait, there’s more! We’re not just talking theory here. I’ll also show you a live demo of crafting a custom plugin in Lua and slapping it onto Kong Gateway. Get ready to harness the true potential of Kong plugins!