Kubernetes Consulting
Microservices & Container Deployment
With Kubernetes, you can automatically deploy, manage and scale container applications. Through our Kubernetes consulting services, we work with you to design your clusters, network, and operations so that the platform is tailored to your applications.
Kubernetes features
Kubernetes keeps your containerized applications in the desired state and scales them to accommodate load and outages.
Automatic scaling
Kubernetes uses Horizontal Pod Autoscaling to adjust the number of your containers to the current load. Your application remains stable, and you only pay for the resources you actually need.
Self-healing
Faulty containers are automatically detected and restarted. If a container crashes, Kubernetes replaces it without requiring manual intervention.
Service detection and load balancing
Integrated service discovery lets containers find each other and communicate with each other. Network traffic is distributed evenly so that no individual instance is overloaded.
Deployments Without Downtime
You roll out new versions gradually and roll them back just as quickly if problems occur. This allows you to bring updates live without your users noticing an interruption.
Cross-cloud & portable
Repeatable via helmet
With Helm charts, you describe complete applications as versioned, reusable packages. Deployment and updates are standardized instead of being reassembled each time.
Why Implement Kubernetes with NETWAYS?
We have been operating open-source infrastructures for over 30 years, and through NETWAYS Managed Services, we also manage Kubernetes clusters for our customers. Through our Kubernetes consulting services, we bring this operational experience to your project, whether you want to manage your cluster yourself or outsource its operation to us.
Here’s How Your Kubernetes Consulting Session Works
You don’t have to build Kubernetes alone. We’ll guide you every step of the way and stay by your side even after that.
Analysis & Concept
Setup & Integration
Commissioning & containerization
Your Kubernetes cluster goes live, applications are automatically rolled out, managed and scaled. This gives you visibility into the availability, performance, and status of your infrastructure.
Support & Operations
Upon request, we can take over day-to-day operations entirely or assist your team with support and training. To ensure your Grafana stack remains stable, up-to-date, and practical.
Shaping IT together
We help you to strategically plan, technically implement and sustainably operate modern IT and monitoring solutions. We combine consulting, implementation and support to create a tailor-made service that is geared to your requirements. Our aim is to make complex systems transparent, stable and efficient to use.
Kubernetes Training Courses
For beginners, administrators, and developers.
Kubernetes Fundamentals Training
The Kubernetes training course offers a hands-on introduction and allows you to gain initial experience from both a developer and an operations perspective. Through numerous hands-on exercises, you’ll gain practical knowledge.
Kubernetes Administration Training (LFS458)
In the Kubernetes administration training course, you will install, configure, and operate a production-ready cluster. Through hands-on exercises, you’ll gain knowledge and, at the same time, prepare yourself optimally for the CKA certification.
Kubernetes training for app developers (LFD459)
The Kubernetes training course for app developers shows you how to containerize, deploy, and scale applications in Kubernetes. The hands-on exercises will help you in your day-to-day work and as you prepare for the CKAD certification.
Managed Kubernetes
Kubernetes Without the Need for In-House Operations
Our Managed Kubernetes Service makes it easy for you to orchestrate and scale your containerized applications. We handle the operation of the Kubernetes clusters so that you can focus entirely on developing and deploying your workloads, whether they’re for applications, CI/CD pipelines, or data processing. This way, you can take advantage of modern IT processes and count on the support of our MyEngineers whenever you need it.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kubernetes
What is Kubernetes simply explained?
Kubernetes is an open-source system for automating the deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications. It helps to efficiently distribute applications in containers on different servers and monitors their status to automatically rectify failures. As a result, Kubernetes makes it easier to manage complex applications in the cloud or on local servers by optimizing the use of resources and simplifying operations.
What is the difference between Docker and Kubernetes?
Docker is a platform for creating, deploying and running containers that allows you to run applications in isolated environments. Kubernetes, on the other hand, is an orchestration platform that helps you to automatically manage and scale many containers and ensure their availability. While Docker focuses on containerizing applications, Kubernetes manages the entire infrastructure on which these containers run.
Which containers does Kubernetes support?
Docker is a platform that makes it possible to isolate and run applications in containers, making them more portable and easier to manage. Kubernetes, on the other hand, is an orchestration tool that automatically manages, scales and deploys many containers to efficiently run applications on a large scale. While Docker is responsible for creating and executing individual containers, Kubernetes coordinates and manages containers in distributed systems.
What is a Kubernetes cluster?
A Kubernetes cluster consists of a group of computers that work together to operate and manage containerized applications. It consists of a master node, which is responsible for control and administration, and several worker nodes, which execute the containers. The cluster makes it possible to scale applications across different nodes, distribute loads and ensure reliability.
Why is Kubernetes called K8s?
Kubernetes is often abbreviated as "K8s", as there are eight letters between the first and last letters "K" and "s". This abbreviation is a practical spelling to simplify the longer name. It follows a common pattern in IT, where letters are replaced by numbers, as in "i18n" for "Internationalization".
What is Kubernetes Helm?
Kubernetes Helm is a package manager for Kubernetes that simplifies the management of applications and their dependencies within a cluster. Helm can be used to install, update and version applications as charts, i.e. predefined packages of Kubernetes resources. This facilitates the deployment and management of complex applications in Kubernetes by providing standardized and reusable configurations.
What is a pod in Kubernetes?
A pod is the smallest and simplest unit in Kubernetes, which comprises one or more containers that run together on one node. Containers within a pod share network and storage volumes so that they can work together efficiently. Pods enable the management and scaling of container applications by using them as a logical unit for execution, management and orchestration.
Run Kubernetes yourself or use Managed Kubernetes?
Whether you run Kubernetes yourself or use it as a managed service depends primarily on how much operational overhead your team is willing to take on. With self-managed Kubernetes, you handle the control plane, updates, and high availability yourself; with Managed Kubernetes, we take care of that for you.
How much does Kubernetes consulting cost at NETWAYS?
The cost of Kubernetes consulting depends on how many applications and clusters you have, whether you're building from scratch, migrating, or working with an existing setup, and what operational model you're aiming for. During the initial consultation, we'll discuss your needs and then provide you with a specific quote.
