Openwhisk

1. Serverless Computing: Allows developers to deploy functions (actions) that execute in response to events without managing infrastructure.

2. Event-Driven Architecture: Supports triggers and rules for activating actions based on various event sources such as HTTP requests, message queues, or database changes.

3. Multi-Language Support: Enables writing actions in multiple programming languages like JavaScript, Python, and Java.

4. Scalability: Automatically scales up or down based on workload demand, ensuring efficient resource utilization.

Before diving into OpenWhisk, it's beneficial to have a strong foundation in:

1. Serverless Concepts: Understanding of serverless computing principles and concepts such as functions as a service (FaaS) and event-driven architecture.

2. Event-Driven Programming: Familiarity with event-driven programming paradigms, including triggers, events, and actions.

3. Programming Languages: Proficiency in at least one programming language supported by OpenWhisk, such as JavaScript, Python, or Java.

4. Cloud Computing: Basic knowledge of cloud computing concepts and platforms, as OpenWhisk can be deployed on various cloud providers.

Learning OpenWhisk can equip you with the following skills:

1. Serverless Architecture: Proficiency in designing and implementing serverless architectures using functions as a service (FaaS) principles.

2. Event-Driven Programming: Ability to develop event-driven applications that respond to various triggers and events.

3. Function Development: Skills in developing and deploying functions (actions) in multiple programming languages supported by OpenWhisk.

4. Scalability: Understanding of how OpenWhisk dynamically scales up or down based on workload demand, ensuring efficient resource utilization.