7 Common Kubernetes Pitfalls in 2023
Blog post from Qovery
The text outlines common pitfalls encountered when deploying applications in Kubernetes, emphasizing the importance of correctly using labels and selectors, performing health checks, and avoiding the default namespace for all objects. It warns against relying on the "latest" tag for image versions, highlighting the need for explicit version tags to enable rollbacks. The document stresses the significance of robust monitoring and logging systems, recommending third-party tools for enhanced functionality beyond native Kubernetes capabilities. It also addresses the issues of incorrect container port mappings and the crashloopbackoff error, providing guidance for troubleshooting and prevention. The text concludes by introducing Qovery as a solution to simplify Kubernetes deployment on AWS, offering automated environments with built-in security and cost optimization features.