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Kubernetes Fleets: Beyond the IoT Edge
- Kubernetes has evolved significantly over the past decade, enabling companies to deploy applications locally with flexibility in deployment location, leading to the concept of 'the edge.'
- Today, Kubernetes is used to replace existing compute stacks, extend into new unique locations, and run various workloads in diverse environments, forming the Kubernetes fleet.
- Key considerations for building a Kubernetes fleet include deploying a robust Kubernetes stack with essential components like networking, ingress gateways, and service meshes, ensuring scalability and supportability.
- Focusing on well-established and adaptable projects, flexibility in component choices, and future expansion capabilities are crucial for managing a Kubernetes fleet effectively.
- Managing deployment frequency, migration scenarios, split workloads between Kubernetes and VMs, handling state and storage requirements, and life cycle management of hardware are key challenges in building and maintaining a Kubernetes fleet.
- Proper planning and consideration of factors like state management, backups, recovery objectives, hardware updates, and managing tech debt can save significant effort and challenges in the long run.
- Ongoing updates, firmware management, and proactive maintenance are essential for the smooth operation and security of a Kubernetes fleet.
- Attending industry events like KubeCon can provide valuable insights and solutions for optimizing Kubernetes deployments and managing cloud-native ecosystems.
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