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Understanding Kubernetes Storage Management

[Kubernetes] Wait… Why Does Kubernetes Still Ask Me to Create a PersistentVolume? - The Storage Confusion Most Kubernetes Learners Hit

Introduction When I first learned Kubernetes storage, my mental model was very simple. In real clusters, we, as developers, usually have a StorageClass configured by Kubernetes administrators. So the workflow I saw everywhere looked like this: flowchart TB A["User creates a PersistentVolumeClaim (PVC)"] --> B["Kubernetes calls the CSI provisioner"] B --> C["Storage system creates a new disk"] C --> D["Kubernetes creates a PersistentVolume (PV) automatically"] D --> E["PVC binds to the PV"] In other words: PersistentVolumeClaim is enough. ...

Setting up a Local Kubernetes Cluster for Home Lab

[Kubernetes/K3s] Setting Up a Local Multi-Node Kubernetes Cluster on Different Operating Systems

Setting up a Kubernetes cluster can seem like a mountain to climb, especially when you’re just starting out. However, having a local Kubernetes cluster is a fantastic way to get hands-on experience without worrying about cloud expenses. If you have a spare laptop sitting at home, this guide will help you turn it into a useful part of your Kubernetes home lab using k3s. Whether you’re using Linux, macOS, or Windows, this guide has got your back. ...

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