Kubernetes Cluster Considerations

Kubernetes could run on various platforms to meet business and operational requirements. However, some critical questions and concerns should be clarified before choosing a platform. Some of these concerns overlap across multiple topics. Therefore, creating a workflow to choose the most appropriate product is no simple matter. It is recommended that you evaluate solution types and off-the-shelf products according to business requirements and limitations. Consider the following issues when analyzing and evaluating your requirements.

Development or Production-Ready Setup

The Kubernetes platform is ready to handle production-ready workloads; however, it also requires the use of disposable clusters in development and testing. CI/CD systems require a Kubernetes cluster to be ready in a couple of seconds, and could make sacrifices from some features, such as security, node resiliency, or high availability. Therefore, it is vital to select a Kubernetes...