docs: announcement for release 1.22.2 and 1.21.4 (#178)

Closes #176

Signed-off-by: Gabriele Bartolini <[email protected]>
Co-authored-by: Jaime Silvela <[email protected]>

content/blog/cloudnative-pg-1-22.2-released/index.md

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+title: "CloudNativePG 1.22.2 and 1.21.4 Released!"
+date: 2024-03-14T16:40:27+01:00
+draft: false
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+author: gbartolini
+tags:
+ - release
+ - postgresql
+ - postgres
+ - kubernetes
+ - k8s
+ - cloudnativepg
+summary: The CloudNativePG community has released a new update for the supported 1.22 and 1.21 versions of the CloudNativePG operator.
+---
+
+The **CloudNativePG Community** is thrilled to unveil the latest update for the
+**CloudNativePG Operator**, now available for the supported versions 1.22 and
+1.21.
+
+Key enhancements in both supported minor releases are:
+
+- flexibility to configure the `wal_level` GUC in PostgreSQL and disable WAL
+  archiving via an annotation, granting you finer control over your PostgreSQL
+  environment
+
+- configurable duration of TLS certificates managed by the operator
+
+- introduction of the `publication` and `subscription` command groups in the
+  `cnpg` plugin for `kubectl`, facilitating seamless management of PostgreSQL
+  native logical replication. This unlocks new possibilities for imperative major
+  online upgrades and online imports, enriching your data management strategies.
+
+**Versions 1.22.2 and 1.21.4** are *patch releases* that include
+essential bug fixes, addressing issues such as:
+
+- proper synchronization of PVC group labels to match those on the pods
+- check that volume snapshots are ready before initiating recovery procedures,
+  ensuring smoother operations and data integrity
+
+In adherence to Kubernetes best practices, we are transitioning from
+client-side to server-side application of manifests starting from this release.
+As a result, the `--server-side` option is now the preferred choice when
+installing the operator.
+
+We highly recommend updating the operator at your earliest convenience to
+leverage these enhancements and bug fixes, ensuring a seamless and efficient
+PostgreSQL experience.
+
+Please refer to the following release notes for comprehensive insights into
+each version:
+
+- [release notes for 1.22.2](https://cloudnative-pg.io/documentation/1.22/release_notes/v1.22/)
+- [release notes for 1.21.4](https://cloudnative-pg.io/documentation/1.21/release_notes/v1.21/)
+
+We extend our gratitude for your continued support, and we are excited to
+witness your enhanced experience with the updated CloudNativePG Operator.
+Thank You.
+
+<!--
+# About CloudNativePg
+
+[CloudNativePG](https://cloudnative-pg.io) stands as a groundbreaking
+open-source Kubernetes Operator designed explicitly for PostgreSQL workloads.
+Seamlessly orchestrating the entire life cycle of a PostgreSQL cluster,
+CloudNativePG takes charge from bootstrapping and configuration to ensuring
+high availability, connection routing, and comprehensive backup and disaster
+recovery mechanisms.
+Leveraging PostgreSQL's native streaming replication, CloudNativePG efficiently
+distributes data across pods, nodes, and zones, utilizing standard Kubernetes
+patterns. This enables seamless scaling of replicas in a Kubernetes-native
+manner, with the operator autonomously and safely reconfiguring replication as
+needed.
+Originally conceived and supported by
+[EDB](https://www.enterprisedb.com/products/cloud-native-postgresql-kubernetes-ha-clusters-k8s-containers-scalable),
+CloudNativePG represents a paradigm shift in managing PostgreSQL workloads
+within Kubernetes environments.
+
+-->
+<!--
+Tweet
+Proud to announce #CloudNativePG 1.22.2 and 1.21.4 are out! Update now
+for enhanced performance and bug fixes!
+
+Read more https://cloudnative-pg.io/blog/cloudnative-pg-1-22.2-released/!
+
+#PostgreSQL #operator #Kubernetes #k8s #databases #postgres
+--->