Reading Time: 5 minutesOver the past several years, I’ve immersed myself in Kubernetes, navigating its complexities and integrating it into various projects. This extensive experience highlighted certain challenges, particularly for those of us with a strong PowerShell background. Recognizing these pain points led me to develop KubeDeck, a suite of PowerShell tools aimed Read more
Reading Time: 3 minutesHelm is a powerful tool for managing Kubernetes resources, simplifying the deployment and configuration of complex applications. When deploying or updating a Helm chart, commands like helm install and helm upgrade –install allow you to install or upgrade releases effortlessly. The –set command adds a layer of flexibility, enabling you Read more
Reading Time: 3 minutesWhen managing workloads in Kubernetes, keeping your applications running smoothly during planned disruptions can be challenging. That’s where Pod Disruption Budgets (PDBs) come in. They define policies for managing pod evictions gracefully, ensuring your services stay available without unnecessary downtime. This post explains what PDBs are, why they matter, best Read more
Reading Time: 4 minutesAlright, I’ll admit it, I’m a bit biased towards Azure AKS. It’s hard not to be, given the depth of automation and integration it offers. But that doesn’t mean I can’t appreciate a solid effort from AWS, and EKS Auto Mode is definitely a step in the right direction. It’s Read more
Reading Time: 4 minutesAs someone who works with numerous customers and frequently builds landing zones using Infrastructure as Code (IaC), I often find myself spinning up and tearing down Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters in quick succession. These clusters often only stay up for a few minutes, but each time, my KubeConfig file Read more
Reading Time: 4 minutesAs cloud computing continues to evolve, terms like serverless and just-in-time (JIT) compute are becoming part of the daily conversation for developers and DevOps teams. Both approaches aim to make resource allocation more efficient and cost-effective, but are they the same? In this post, we’ll dive into what each concept Read more
Reading Time: 8 minutesAfter finally finding the time to delve into Azure Kubernetes Service’s (AKS) latest public preview feature, Node Autoprovision (NAP), I’m excited to share my insights with you. This feature, drawing from the open-source AWS tool Karpenter, promises to significantly streamline and optimize node management in AKS. Understanding Node Autoprovision in Read more
Reading Time: 4 minutesIn the dynamic world of cloud computing and Kubernetes, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) has introduced an exciting public preview feature: Dual-Stack Networking in Azure CNI Overlay. This feature allows both IPv4 and IPv6 addresses to coexist in the same cluster, enhancing connectivity and preparing your infrastructure for the future. Let’s Read more
Reading Time: 5 minutesHello, cloud enthusiasts! Today, I’m super excited to share some hot news straight from KubeCon North America 2023 and Microsoft Ignite 2023 – a fresh feature in Azure Container Registry (ACR) and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) called Artifact Streaming. If you’re all about optimizing your container setup and speeding up Read more
Reading Time: 2 minutesAzure Kubernetes Service (AKS) continues to evolve, offering more efficient ways to manage resources in your Kubernetes clusters. The introduction of AKS 1.29 marks a significant shift in how memory reservations are handled, impacting how you plan and deploy your clusters. This post delves into these changes and what they Read more