In the dynamic world of cloud computing, optimizing resource utilization is paramount for cost-effectiveness and sustainability. Manually managing the power state of virtual machines (VMs) can be time-consuming and error-prone. This session will delve into the intricacies of automating VM power management using Crossplane, an open-source cloud-native control plane.

Crossplane simplifies cloud resource management by providing a unified interface for provisioning, configuring, and managing resources across multiple cloud providers. Leveraging Crossplane's powerful composition capabilities, you can create automated workflows that intelligently power on or off VMs based on various criteria, such as time of day, workload demand, or cost optimization goals.