What Developers Need to Know About Kubernetes

Kubernetes is an open-source container orchestration platform that automates running and managing container workloads. It offers a wide range of tools, such as package managers, service meshes, source plugins, and monitoring tools, to deploy standardized applications across various platforms. Though Kubernetes can be complex, it has become the de facto standard for container orchestration on both cloud and on-premises systems. Developers are increasingly expected to interact with K8s due to its popularity and widespread adoption. Understanding how Kubernetes works and when to use it is essential for managing modern, containerized applications effectively.