Top 5 Things an Azure Developer Needs to Know: Kubernetes Applications

In an exploration of deploying applications on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), various methods are discussed, including the use of Helm, manifests, and infrastructure as code. The article begins by setting up an AKS sandbox with a container registry, followed by steps to create and manage container images. It offers detailed instructions on deploying an NGINX container using Helm, as well as deploying a custom container by building an image with Docker and using Kubernetes manifests. The deployment process involves creating a resource group, registering a custom container, and using kubectl to manage deployments and services, emphasizing the importance of integrating cloud engineering practices for versioned and repeatable infrastructure management. The piece concludes by hinting at further exploration into DevOps practices with Azure in subsequent discussions.