15 Options To Build A Kubernetes Playground (with Pros and Cons)

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  1. k8s-conformance

    🧪CNCF K8s Conformance Working Group

    Supports all features of Kubernetes: Clusters created with kubeadm are fully functional and pass all the Kubernetes Conformance tests.

  2. InfluxDB

    InfluxDB – Built for High-Performance Time Series Workloads. InfluxDB 3 OSS is now GA. Transform, enrich, and act on time series data directly in the database. Automate critical tasks and eliminate the need to move data externally. Download now.

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  3. kind

    Kubernetes IN Docker - local clusters for testing Kubernetes

    Kind: is a tool for running local Kubernetes clusters using Docker container "nodes." It was primarily designed for testing Kubernetes itself but can also be used for local development or continuous integration.

  4. k3s

    Lightweight Kubernetes

    K3S: is a lightweight distribution of Kubernetes that is designed for resource-constrained environments. It is an excellent option for running Kubernetes on a virtual machine or cloud server.

  5. k3d

    Little helper to run CNCF's k3s in Docker

    K3D: is a lightweight distribution of Kubernetes designed for resource-constrained environments. It is an excellent option for running Kubernetes on virtual machines or cloud servers.

NOTE: The number of mentions on this list indicates mentions on common posts plus user suggested alternatives. Hence, a higher number means a more popular project.

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