Enabling Kubernetes on Docker Desktop

Docker Desktop comes with integrated support for Kubernetes.

What is Kubernetes?

Kubernetes is a powerful platform for automating the deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications. Whether you’re a developer, DevOps engineer, or system administrator, Kubernetes provides the tools and abstractions you need to manage your containers and applications in a scalable and efficient manner.

This support is turned off by default. But worry not – it is very easy to turn on:

1. Open the dashboard of Docker Desktop.
2. In the top-left corner, select the cog wheel icon. This will open the settings page.
3. On the left-hand side, select the Kubernetes tab and then check the Enable Kubernetes checkbox:

Figure 2.8 – Enabling Kubernetes on Docker Desktop

4. Click the Apply & restart button.

Now, you will have to be patient since Docker is downloading all the...