Several companies offer cloud-native solutions for managing Kubernetes applications, but these often require significant manual maintenance, such as determining node numbers and autoscaling rules, which can impact cost and stability. Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) Autopilot from Google Cloud addresses these issues by automatically adjusting node pools based on workload demand, thus optimizing costs and operational efficiency. GKE Autopilot, when used with the Codefresh platform, supports GitOps principles, allowing for streamlined deployments and enhanced visibility into application management. This integration installs an ArgoCD instance and a GitOps Controller within the cluster, facilitating easier deployment and management of applications while reducing downtime and operational costs. By automating cluster autoscaling and node provisioning, GKE Autopilot provides a scalable and production-ready workflow, enhancing resource utilization and simplifying infrastructure management.