Hey everyone! I'm transitioning from a traditional server background, mainly working with AWS EC2 and VMs. I've managed to deploy an application on an AKS cluster successfully for testing, but now I need it to be production-ready. Can anyone share a checklist of the top 10 things I should consider to ensure my AKS cluster meets production standards? Here are a few things I'm already thinking about: 1. Persistent storage volume 2. Load balancing with replicas 3. Managing updates to the image without data loss or downtime. Appreciate any insights!
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Creating a checklist for AKS production readiness is a smart move! When moving from development to production, you've got to think about a few important aspects. Definitely enable RBAC and secure your node pools. Keeping Kubernetes versions updated is crucial too. Don't forget to integrate Azure AD for authentication and consider using private container registries. Monitoring is key, so tools like Prometheus or Azure Monitor will help you keep an eye on your cluster's health. Also, implement network policies, perform regular vulnerability scans on your images, and think about cluster isolation when you scale. Start with identity, network segmentation, and cluster upgrades to have a solid foundation!
Thanks for the tips! I'm noting all of this down. Do you find that running AKS typically costs more than sticking with Virtual Machines?