The document outlines an open-source approach to the design and deployment of microservices-based virtual network functions (VNFs), emphasizing principles such as loose coupling, API focus, and decentralized governance. It discusses key microservices design patterns and the integration with container orchestration engines like Kubernetes, along with CI/CD pipelines for VNF lifecycle management. Additionally, it highlights the relevance of this architecture in the context of emerging technologies such as 5G and IoT.