Summary

This chapter transitioned from theoretical aspects of GitOps to practical applications within Kubernetes by focusing on tools such as Helm, Kustomize, Argo CD, and Flux. It provided a comparative analysis of these tools, highlighting their unique features and how they complement Kubernetes deployments. This chapter was designed for those with foundational Kubernetes knowledge and covered technical prerequisites, how to integrate GitOps tools with Kubernetes clusters, and practical examples for real-world application. Additionally, it offered step-by-step guides for deploying applications using Argo CD and Flux, emphasizing GitOps methodologies for efficient and secure application management.

As we conclude this chapter on orchestrating and managing Kubernetes environments, our exploration transitions to the next frontier: diving into advanced Git repository strategies, service catalog construction, and the scalability of GitOps through ApplicationSet generators. These topics...