From Kubernetes YAML to Software Engineering with CDK8s
Save Big on Coursera Plus. 7,000+ courses at $160 off. Limited Time Only! Grab it Explore the transition from Kubernetes YAML to software engineering with CDK8s in this conference talk from Conf42 Kube Native 2023. Learn about the challenges of YAML configuration and discover how CDK8s offers a more developer-friendly approach to infrastructure as code. Dive into the CDK8s workflow, including project scaffolding, importing Kubernetes resources, and modeling manifests as code. Examine practical examples of creating an HTTP echo server using both YAML and CDK8s, and understand the benefits of code completion and inline documentation. Investigate CDK8s+ abstractions and construct levels to reduce cognitive load. Explore clean code practices, discuss the advantages of coding infrastructure, and access valuable resources for further learning. Gain insights into publishing reusable packages and synthesizing Kubernetes manifests using this powerful tool.