> k8s allows developers to actually tailor containers/pods/deployments themselves

Yes, complex tools tend to be powerful.

But when I say “devs who care about knowing how their code works” I’m also referring to their tools.

K8s isn’t incomprehensible, but it is very complex, especially if you haven’t worked in devops before.

“Devs who care…” I would, assume, would opt for simpler tools.

I know I would.