Found 16 Articles for Kubernetes

Introduction Kubernetes has become the go-to container orchestration tool for enterprises across the world. The flexibility of Kubernetes is a result of its ability to automate deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications. However, with great power comes great complexity. Deploying applications on Kubernetes requires managing YAML files that embody the application's configuration. These YAML files can easily get out of hand as applications grow in scale and complexity. To tackle this challenge, Kubernetes provides a set of tools to manage these configurations efficiently. Among these tools are Helm and Kustomize. Overview of Helm and Kustomize Kubernetes has become the ... Read More

Introduction Kubernetes is a powerful, open-source container orchestration system that makes it easy to deploy, scale, and manage containerized applications. It automates the deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications across multiple hosts. On the other hand, WordPress is the most popular content management system for building websites and blogs. It's free open-source software that allows users to create a website or blog without knowing how to code. Setting up a Kubernetes Cluster An Overview of Setting up a Kubernetes Cluster using Tools like Minikube or Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) Deploying WordPress on Kubernetes requires setting up a ... Read More

Introduction Redis is a widely used open-source, in-memory data structure store, used as a database, cache, and message broker. It is designed to handle a large set of data structures with high performance and flexibility. Redis Cluster is a distributed implementation of Redis that provides high availability and scalability through partitioning the dataset across multiple nodes. Prerequisites Understanding of Kubernetes Architecture Before diving into deploying Redis Cluster on Kubernetes, it is crucial to have a basic understanding of Kubernetes architecture. This involves knowing the main components of a Kubernetes cluster, such as nodes, pods, and services. Understanding how these ... Read More

Introduction RabbitMQ is a messaging broker that allows different applications to communicate with each other by sending and receiving messages. It provides a reliable and scalable way to handle messaging between systems. On the other hand, Kubernetes is an open-source container orchestration platform that automates the deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications. With Kubernetes, you can easily deploy and manage your applications in a cloud-native environment. Preparing for Deployment Setting up a Kubernetes cluster Before deploying RabbitMQ on Kubernetes, it is necessary to set up a Kubernetes cluster. A Kubernetes cluster is made up of one or more ... Read More

Introduction PostgreSQL is an open-source relational database management system (RDBMS) known for its robustness, stability, and ability to handle complex and large data sets. On the other hand, Kubernetes is an open-source container orchestration system that automates the deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications. Combining these two powerful technologies provides a highly scalable and reliable environment for hosting your PostgreSQL database. In this article, we will explore how to deploy PostgreSQL on Kubernetes. We will start by explaining what PostgreSQL and Kubernetes are and the benefits of deploying PostgreSQL on Kubernetes. Then we will go through an overview of ... Read More

Introduction Building efficient Kubernetes clusters is important for any organization that wants to achieve optimal performance, scalability, and cost savings. A well-designed cluster can handle increased workload demands and ensure that resources are utilized efficiently. In this article, we will discuss the best practices for building efficient Kubernetes clusters. Choose the Right Node Size Choosing the right node size for your cluster is crucial for ensuring that your workload requirements are met while also optimizing resource utilization. Here are some best practices for node sizing − Consider the workload requirements − Your choice of node size should be based ... Read More

Kubernetes is a powerful tool for managing and deploying containerized applications. It is an open-source system that helps automate the deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications. If you are looking to install a Kubernetes cluster on CentOS 8, this guide will walk you through the process step by step. What is Kubernetes? Kubernetes is an open-source platform for managing containerized workloads and services. It provides a way to automate the deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications. With Kubernetes, you can deploy and manage applications across a variety of environments, including physical, virtual, and cloud-based infrastructure. Prerequisites Before you ... Read More

Kubernetes is a popular open-source platform for managing containerized applications in a clustered environment. If you're looking to install Kubernetes on CentOS 7, this guide will take you through the process step-by-step. We'll cover everything you need to know to get a cluster up and running, including setting up the environment, installing the necessary components, and configuring your nodes. Prerequisites Before we get started, you'll need a few things − A CentOS 7 server with at least 2GB of RAM and 2 CPUs. Root access to the server. A basic understanding of Linux command-line usage. Setting up the ... Read More

This guide will cover the Config Connector for Google Cloud Platform, a tool that exposes GCP services as Kubernetes objects. Using the Cloud SQL Auth gateway or connecting directly with a private IP address, applications running on Google Kubernetes Engine can gain access to a Cloud SQL instance. Even when using a private IP address, connecting to Cloud SQL through the Cloud SQL Authentication gateway is the best option. What's the Point of a Configuration Connector? To control your Google Cloud resources from within Kubernetes, you can install the open-source Config Connector. To manage their infrastructure, many cloud-native software developers use ... Read More

Docker has emerged as one of the most popular containerization technologies in recent years. It has revolutionized the way software is developed, tested, and deployed. However, like any technology, Docker is not immune to security vulnerabilities. In this article, we will discuss the best practices for securing your Docker environment. Use the Latest Version of Docker Docker is continuously improving and updating its software to enhance security and add new features. It is essential to ensure that you are running the latest version of Docker to take advantage of the latest security enhancements. Docker releases security patches and updates regularly, ... Read More