Explore various GitOps approaches and their trade-offs in this 35-minute CNCF conference talk by Stephen Atwell from Armory. Delve into key decisions in implementing GitOps, including git repository and branching structures, push vs. pull models, and automated validation techniques. Learn about advanced deployment strategies, their benefits, and insights from large-scale GitOps implementations. Discover how to navigate organizational resistance, optimize repository management, and leverage automated processes for more efficient workflows. Gain valuable knowledge on blue-green and canary deployments, PR review best practices, and effective use of maintenance windows in GitOps environments.