Navigating Cloud-native Operations with GitOps
In Chapter 1, we delved into the foundational concepts of GitOps, contrasting its approach with traditional CI/CD and DevOps methodologies. We explored its historical evolution, key principles such as Git centralization and automated synchronization, and its integration with Kubernetes. This chapter will emphasize GitOps’ role in enhancing scalability and security in modern cloud environments. By the end of this chapter, you will have a comprehensive understanding of GitOps’ transformative impact on software deployment and operations, setting the stage for its application in cloud-native operations.
In this chapter, we’ll focus on the following key areas:
- GitOps and cloud-native tech
- An introduction to Kubernetes
- Exploring K3s as a lightweight Kubernetes distribution
- Containers
- Sample workflow – effortless CD with Docker and K3s
