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Efficient Development of Web Applications Based on Container Technology
This reduces the target times for setting up development environments and there can be no surprises when updating the live server, for example because the development environment and production environment differ (e.g. due to different PHP versions). This reduces the "it doesn't work on my computer" problem.
Gitops as a Method for Software Development and Operation Management
GitOps is a method for software development and operations management that focuses on Git as the "single source of truth" for declarative infrastructures and applications. In this approach, Git is used as a central repository for the source code, but also for infrastructure configuration and policy definitions.
The main goals of GitOps are to automate and simplify deployment, improve development and operational processes and increase productivity by reducing manual tasks and potential sources of error. The basic principles of GitOps include:
- Versioning and Source Code Management
All configurations, infrastructure definitions and application codes are stored in a Git repository. This enables versioning, auditability and rollbacks. - Declarative Systems
The system states are described declaratively, which means that the desired states of the infrastructure and applications are defined in configuration files instead of using commands to create or change them.
- Uninterrupted Reconciliation
Automated tools continuously monitor the status of the infrastructure and applications and compare it with the desired status defined in the Git repository. In the event of deviations, corrective measures are taken to adapt the actual state to the target state. - Operational Insights
Monitoring and logging are integral components for monitoring and improving the performance and security of the infrastructure and applications.
GitOps uses tools such as Kubernetes, Terraform, Ansible, Flux, ArgoCD and others to support and implement these principles. By using GitOps, teams can improve the speed, security and stability of their development and deployment processes.
Kubernetes for the Operation of Pimcore
Kubernetes offers numerous advantages for the operation of web applications, making it a popular tool for managing containerized applications. Here are some of the key benefits:
- Automation of Deployment Processes
Kubernetes automates the process of deploying, scaling and managing containerized applications. This facilitates the continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) of web applications. - Scalability
With Kubernetes, applications can be scaled horizontally quickly and easily. This means that when the load increases, more instances of the application can be started automatically to cope with the demand and correspondingly fewer when the load decreases. This is particularly important for web applications that have to deal with variable loads. - Self-healing
Kubernetes constantly monitors the status of the applications and can automatically restart containers that crash, do not respond or have other problems. This improves the reliability and availability of web applications. - Service Discovery and Load Balancing
Kubernetes can make containers discoverable via a DNS name or a dedicated IP address. It can also distribute network traffic so that deployments remain stable, which simplifies load balancing and fault tolerance for web applications.
- Automated Rollouts and Rollbacks
Kubernetes makes it possible to roll out changes to the application or its configuration step by step and, if necessary, to return to a previous state quickly and efficiently, which minimizes downtime. - Cross-Platform
Kubernetes is platform-independent and can run on any infrastructure - be it public cloud, private cloud, on-premise or even hybrid cloud environments. - Resource Efficiency
Containerization and intelligent resource allocation allow resources to be used more efficiently, which can lead to cost savings. -
Ecosystem and Community
Kubernetes benefits from a strong, active community and a rich ecosystem of tools and add-ons that support the development and operation of web applications.
These advantages make Kubernetes a strong solution for companies that want to operate their web applications reliably, scalably and efficiently.