EKS
5 articles from official documentation
Granting IAM Users Access to Kubernetes: Mastering EKS Access Entries
Unlocking Kubernetes API access for IAM users is crucial for effective cloud-native operations. EKS access entries provide a streamlined way to associate IAM identities with Kubernetes permissions, allowing for seamless resource management. Dive in to learn how to set this up correctly and avoid common pitfalls.
- →Use EKS access entries to grant users access to the Kubernetes API.
- →Leverage access policies to simplify permission management.
Streamline Your Compute Management with AWS Fargate on EKS
AWS Fargate simplifies compute management for your Kubernetes workloads, eliminating the need for server provisioning. With Fargate profiles, you can control which Pods run on Fargate seamlessly.
- →Define Fargate profiles to control which Pods run on Fargate.
- →Use IAM roles for service accounts to manage Pod permissions.
Mastering IAM Roles for Service Accounts in EKS
Unlock the power of IAM roles for service accounts (IRSA) in your EKS clusters. This feature allows you to manage credentials securely, ensuring that only specific Pods access AWS resources. Dive into how it works and the critical considerations for production use.
- →Scope IAM permissions to a service account for enhanced security.
- →Use the `AssumeRoleWithWebIdentity` feature for secure credential management.
Mastering Amazon EKS Add-Ons: Streamline Your Kubernetes Operations
Amazon EKS add-ons are essential for maintaining secure and stable Kubernetes clusters. They automate installation and management, reducing operational overhead. Discover how to leverage these tools effectively in your production environment.
- →Utilize Amazon EKS add-ons to automate installation and management of Kubernetes operational capabilities.
- →Check the default namespace for add-ons using the command: aws eks describe-addon-versions --addon-name <addon-name> --query "addons[].defaultNamespace".
Streamline Your EKS Node Management with Managed Node Groups
Managing Kubernetes nodes can be a headache, but Amazon EKS managed node groups take the pain away. Automate provisioning and lifecycle management with ease, leveraging features like node auto repair and optimized AMIs.
- →Automate node provisioning and lifecycle management with managed node groups.
- →Use Amazon EKS optimized AMIs for automatic patching of your nodes.