The tutorial offers a step-by-step guide on configuring and deploying Kubernetes on AWS using the tool kops, providing a flexible alternative to managed solutions like Stackpoint Cloud. It begins with preparing the host environment by installing necessary software such as kubectl and kops, alongside configuring the AWS CLI for interaction with Amazon Web Services. The process includes setting up Route 53 domains for DNS management, configuring S3 buckets for storage, building the Kubernetes cluster configuration, and then deploying the cluster on AWS. Once deployed, the tutorial guides users on integrating the cluster with Codefresh for continuous deployment, emphasizing the ease of use and scalability of using kops with AWS for a production-grade Kubernetes cluster, despite it not being as comprehensive as fully-managed services like Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE).