As 2022 concludes, Kong reflects on its significant milestones and achievements throughout the year, highlighting the substantial growth and engagement within its community and product advancements. Notably, Kong's API management platform processed over 11 trillion API calls monthly, marking a notable increase in activity. The company celebrated its fifth anniversary and expanded its global presence, introducing new features across its products such as Kong Konnect, Kong Gateway, Kong Mesh, and Kong Insomnia. The community's growth was evident, with over 190,000 members and numerous accolades for contributors, including Tharun Rajendran and Sven Bernhardt, who were recognized for their roles in bolstering community engagement. In-person events returned, with Kong Summit 2022 being a key highlight, bringing together a diverse range of participants to celebrate advancements in API and microservices. Additionally, Kong received accolades from Gartner, G2, Deloitte, Forbes, and CRN, underscoring its leadership in API management and its commitment to innovation and user satisfaction.