Part VI. Advanced Patterns
The patterns in this category cover more complex topics that do not fit in any of the other categories. Some of the patterns here such as Controller or Operator are timeless, and Kubernetes itself is built on them. However, some of the other pattern implementations are still evolving. To keep up with this, we will keep our online examples up to date and reflect the latest developments in this space.
In the following chapters, we explore these advanced patterns:
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Chapter 27, “Controller”, is essential to Kubernetes itself and shows how custom controllers can extend the platform.
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Chapter 28, “Operator”, combines a controller with custom domain-specific resources to encapsulate operational knowledge in an automated form.
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Chapter 29, “Elastic Scale”, describes how Kubernetes can handle dynamic loads by scaling in various dimensions.
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Chapter 30, “Image Builder”, moves the aspect of building application images onto the cluster itself.
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