Originally published at: Master Podman 5.8: Join Fedora Test Week – Fedora Community Blog
Want to learn the latest container tech? From February 27 to March 6, 2026, you can join the Podman 5.8 Test Day. It is the perfect time to explore new features and see how the future of Fedora is built.
What is new?
- Faster Downloads: Try optimized “parallel pulls” to get your images in seconds.
- Setup: Test the new “automatic database creation” for a smoother start.
- Expert Skills: Learn how to use latest container environments before they go mainstream.
Why join?
Your setup is unique. By running Podman 5.8 on your machine, you make sure the final version works perfectly for everyone. It is a great way to learn by doing and to see how top-tier open-source software is made.
Start here
We have prepared easy-to-follow steps for you here: https://fedoraproject.org/wiki/Test_Day:2026-02-27_Podman_5.8