OVERVIEW
In the ever-evolving landscape of information technology (IT), containers emerged as a fundamental component that revolutionized software development, deployment, and management. These lightweight and portable units encapsulate applications and their dependencies.
However, operating system customization remains a persistent challenge during day two configuration management and the initial creation of operating system (OS) images.
This workshop introduces image mode, a novel approach to address these issues using bootc images. This approach combines the capabilities of Open Container Initiative (OCI) container images with the power and flexibility of Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
- Build and distribute RHEL images using standard container tools
- Customize the image for multiple different environments
- Manage updates to both the operating system and application components
- Rollback to previous environments
- Change system images to support rapid experimentation
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This workshop is ideal for developers, system administrators, and infrastructure architects with a technical background.
PRE-REQUISITES
- Lab materials will be provided
- Attendees should have a basic understanding of working with Linux systems and must have a laptop with Chrome 73+, Firefox 60+, Edge 40+, or Safari 12+ installed. There is no student prep work required prior to the workshop
To offer a quality virtual lab experience, seats are limited, so reserve your spot today!
Questions? Please reach out to anzevents@redhat.com.
EVENTS DETAILS
| Date : | Thursday, 21 May 2026 |
| Time : | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM AEDT / 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM AWST / 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM NZST |
| Duration : | Up to 3 Hours, including hands-on labs |
SPEAKERS
Joel Wirāmu Pauling
Senior Solution Architect, RHEL, Red Hat
Joel is a Senior Solution Architect at Red Hat, Based in Wellington (Aotearoa/NZ). Joel has been a leading advocate for Open Source adoption, particularly within the telecommunications industry. He possesses a unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen, fostered by a diverse background in psychology, social sciences, visual effects, and data science. This provides a unique insight into how to bridge the gap between cutting-edge technologies and the complex challenges faced by modern organisational culture. If you don't run Linux on your preferred workstation, expect Joel to offer to help 'fix and improve' that for you!"
He has a strong background in Network/Telco, Kernel/Desktop, Network Subsystem, Microcontrollers, Mech KBD, and Sustainability. In his free time, He enjoys the companionship of his dog and cat.
Benjamin Blasco
Associate Principal Solution Architect, RHEL, Red Hat
Benjamin Blasco is a Solution Architect working with customers and partners to get the best from Linux, automation, and containers. With a history in services and telecommunications, he understands the importance of testing, consistency, and repeatability in managing enterprise environments at scale. He enjoys running, live music, and exploring his hometown of Melbourne, Australia.
Ben Cracknell
Junior Solution Architect, RHEL, Red Hat
Ben is a Junior Solution Architect specialising in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), based in Melbourne, Australia. He joined Ben and Joel's team in September of this year. Outside of his technical role, Ben enjoys watching the latest films—his movie of the year is currently One Battle—and tinkering with technology. He shares his home with his partner and his cat.
