Couchbase has announced the general availability of Couchbase Autonomous Operator for Kubernetes (CAO) Version 2.2, which introduces a host of new features and improvements designed to enhance the cloud-native database experience. Key advancements include the support for auto-scaling of all Couchbase services, allowing for a more consistent and cost-effective performance by automatically adjusting resources based on pre-defined metrics. The update also features online expansion of persistent volumes, centralized log forwarding, and enhanced security defaults, such as mandatory TLS 1.2. Furthermore, CAO 2.2 offers improved management of server groups, automatic resource allocation, customizable Prometheus metrics, and enhanced support for backup and restore functions. Additional enhancements include a tool called cbsbctl to streamline Couchbase Service Broker deployments, as well as improvements in Helm charts and TLS certificate handling. These features collectively aim to provide organizations with a more efficient, scalable, and secure database management solution.