Hey everyone! So, I'm not a Kubernetes pro, but I've dabbled in it as a developer. I'm looking to set up a simple environment for personal projects or small product ecosystems. I want something that manages container lifecycles, has a registry, maybe a proxy, and some tools for traceability. Do you think Kubernetes is a good choice for this, or should I go for simpler tools like Terraform, Consul, Nomad, Nginx, and others for the traceability and other features I might need? I've heard that Kubernetes may not make sense for smaller setups, so I'd love to hear your thoughts!
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It’s really about what you need. If your project requires the features Kubernetes offers, then it might be beneficial. But if you just need basic container management, simpler options might be better. Not every project needs the complexity of Kubernetes!
K8s is actually great for this if you don't mind the initial work. Once you set it up using something like Terraform or Pulumi, it becomes a repeatable process for future clusters. Just keep in mind, it might feel like overkill at first!
Kubernetes is definitely more than just for large teams. You can start with a single node cluster and host multiple projects on it. Once you’re familiar with it, moving up to a bigger deployment is smoother. I suggest starting with Minikube locally and then migrating to services like EKS or GKE when you're ready for the cloud.
Consider using k3s for small scale setups. It's specifically designed to be lightweight and perfect for those not using Minikube or Kind for local development. It's Kubernetes but less resource-intensive, which is great for personal projects!
Yeah, k3s is a solid choice for smaller environments!
I agree, it can be a bit daunting initially, but the learning curve pays off!