k0s is a zero-friction, 100% upstream, CNCF-certified Kubernetes distribution designed to work on any infrastructure. It is distributed as a single binary with zero host dependencies, drastically reducing the complexity of installing and operating Kubernetes. This "all-in-one" approach makes k0s ideal for everything from developer self-service and CI/CD pipelines to large-scale production clusters and resource-constrained edge devices. Despite its lightweight nature, k0s is highly flexible and composable. It allows users to easily swap out default components (like CNI or storage providers) to meet specific requirements. It features a unique architecture that separates the control plane from worker nodes, enhancing security and reducing the attack surface. Supported by Mirantis, k0s serves as the core engine for Mirantis Kubernetes Engine, proving its ability to handle mission-critical, enterprise-scale workloads while remaining simple enough for a single developer to launch in minutes.