Kubernetes (often shortened to K8s) is an open-source system that helps manage containers — like Docker — at scale.
It was originally developed by Google and released in 2014. Containers are lightweight, portable environments that package code and everything it needs to run. But managing hundreds or thousands of them? That’s where Kubernetes shines. It automates deployment, scaling, and management so your app stays online even when things go wrong.
Why is Kubernetes such a big deal?
Because running containers without it is like herding cats. Kubernetes lets you organize your containers into clusters, roll out updates without downtime, and recover fast from crashes. It works on the cloud, on-premises, or hybrid systems, and it’s now the industry standard for modern DevOps and cloud-native apps.
Think of it as the conductor of an orchestra — coordinating dozens of moving pieces so they play in harmony.
Ready to explore? Here’s the official site: Kubernetes.io
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