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Kubeconfig and Contexts

Manage access to multiple clusters using kubeconfig files and switch between contexts.

Your K8s Access Key

Managing Kubernetes clusters can feel like juggling multiple remote controls. Each cluster needs specific access details and settings.

This lesson introduces Kubeconfig, your central tool for organizing and switching between different Kubernetes clusters seamlessly.

Kubeconfig and Contexts — illustration 1

Kubeconfig Defined

A Kubeconfig file is a YAML file that contains configuration information for accessing Kubernetes clusters.

Think of it as your personal address book and key ring for all the Kubernetes clusters you interact with. It tells kubectl how to find and authenticate with a cluster.

All lessons in this course

  1. Minikube Installation & Setup
  2. Kubeconfig and Contexts
  3. Deploying a Simple App
  4. Inspecting and Troubleshooting Your Cluster
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