Helm is a package manager for Kubernetes that simplifies the deployment and management of apps within Kubernetes clusters.
A Helm Chart is a collection of files that defines a related set of Kubernetes resources and contains templates, default values, and metadata to install and run an application.
Helm provides an easy way to package, configure, and deploy applications, making it an essential tool for developers and system administrators.
Key concepts of Helm include the Helm chart, Helm release, Values, templates, and Helm repositories where charts are stored.
Helm is used for complex applications like ingress controllers, databases, and microservices.
Helm is a robust solution for managing applications at scale with the ability to install, upgrade, and roll back releases.
To use Helm, it must be installed on the user's machine using a package manager or via the GitHub releases page.
Helm repositories can be searched and added to install charts from.
Helm charts can be customized using values passed in during installation or upgrade.
Helm templates allow Kubernetes resources to be generated and customized.