Welcome to the world of Octopod, a game-changer in managing Kubernetes services without requiring deep technical expertise. Octopod is an open-source self-service portal that allows teams to deploy and manage instances of a service within a Kubernetes cluster effortlessly.
What is Octopod?
With Octopod, you can provide a web-based interface where your team can deploy any service described in a Helm Chart. The process is straightforward: simply provide the URL to your Helm repository, and Octopod handles the intricacies of configuration and service lifecycle management. Here’s a quick look at how you can get started:
Getting Started: Quick Installation
If you’re eager to try out Octopod, installing it on your local machine is as easy as pie! Just run the following command:
bash -c $(curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/typeable/octopod/master/octopod_local_install.sh)This command does the heavy lifting by setting up everything you need for a local installation. For those interested in a detailed installation guide, check out our deployment guide.
Cleaning Up After Installation
Should you wish to remove all the components installed by the command above, simply run:
kind delete cluster --name octopodWhy Did We Create Octopod?
The motivation behind building Octopod stemmed from a need for rigorous testing without overburdening DevOps teams. Traditionally, testing in our workflow required significant dedication from our engineers. With Octopod, we successfully reduced our dependency on DevOps for testing while enhancing maneuverability for QA engineers.
Documentation for Developers
- Overview
- Project Management Case Study
- Technical Case Study
- Technical Architecture
- Octopod Deployment Guide
- CI Integration
- Octopod Security Model
FAQ
How long will it take to set up Octopod?
Setting up Octopod can be accomplished in mere minutes if you have access to a Kubernetes cluster. If you want to deploy it locally, we provide a handy script that automates the process for you.
Will Octopod work with my project?
Absolutely! Octopod is project-agnostic. If your project runs in a Docker container, you’re good to go.
What If I Don’t Use Helm Charts?
If your project doesn’t include Helm Charts, you may need to create them or use control scripts to deploy standard Kubernetes services. Our control script guide has all the details.
Can I View Deployment Logs in the Octopod Web App?
Currently, deployment logs are excluded from the GUI for security reasons, as sensitive data might be exposed. Stay tuned for updates on this feature!
Why Is My Deployment Failing?
There could be multiple reasons for a deployment failure:
- Errors in the control scripts provided by your DevOps engineer.
- Issues during one of the deployment steps, such as a failing database migration.
In such cases, your DevOps engineer can use the octo CLI to access detailed deployment logs and diagnose issues. If you supplied a Kubernetes Dashboard URL, you can utilize the Details button in the Web UI for further insights.
Troubleshooting
If you run into any issues during setup or deployment, here are some troubleshooting tips:
- Make sure you have the right permissions set in your Kubernetes environment.
- Check if your Helm charts are properly configured.
- Review control scripts for any potentially incorrect commands.
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Conclusion
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