Learn how to create and optimize OCI-compliant container images for microservices using Podman and other open-source tools. This session will highlight the benefits of OCI compliance for enhanced container portability and runtime flexibility. We will cover best practices for building efficient container images, including the use of minimal base images and strategic layer structuring to improve startup times. Through a practical books management microservice example, we will demonstrate benchmarking techniques to compare the performance of optimized versus non-optimized images. Join us to refine your containerization approach, ensuring your microservices are lightweight, efficient, and ready for any runtime environment.