Summary
This chapter provided an in-depth exploration of Kubernetes as a container orchestration platform, highlighting its ability to streamline application deployment, management, and scaling. You were introduced to the Kubernetes architecture, including the control plane and worker nodes, and gained a clear understanding of its role in managing distributed systems and maintaining the desired state of applications.
The chapter also covered essential Kubernetes features such as service discovery, load balancing, automated rollouts, self-healing, and horizontal scaling, showcasing their benefits for production-grade systems. Additionally, it examined managing container images with registries, crafted Kubernetes manifests, and deployed the authentication services into minikube for local Kubernetes setups.
This chapter combined foundational concepts with practical applications to equip you with the knowledge to use Kubernetes to deploy scalable, reliable, and efficient containerized...
