S4E5 - Kubernetes Control Plane Explained: API Server, etcd, Scheduler & More | Pithoracademy

05/08/2025 15 min Temporada 4 Episodio 5

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In this episode of Pithoracademy, we take a focused deep dive into the Kubernetes Control Plane—the brain of every Kubernetes cluster. Learn how its core components work together to manage and automate workloads effectively. Topics covered include:What is the Kubernetes Control Plane?Why These Components Are CriticalControl Plane Key ConceptsAPI Server (kube-apiserver) Explainedetcd: The Key-Value Store That Powers KubernetesWhy the API Server and etcd Must Work TogetherScheduler (kube-scheduler): Assigning Pods EfficientlyController Manager (kube-controller-manager): Automated Cluster LogicHow All Control Plane Components InteractIf you're aiming to understand how Kubernetes actually makes decisions, automates deployment, and keeps your cluster running, this episode offers essential clarity.🔗 We are available on the following platforms:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4WwstTvCBb18IKyqGVHYAUAmazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/0c4eac7c-e695-49b4-b825-595fface346b/pithoracademy-presents-deep-diveYouTube Music: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCMO9B2qiqsyC3ui4Vk4P7IgApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pithoracademy-presents-deep-dive/id1827417601Jio Saavn: https://www.jiosaavn.com/shows/pithoracademy-presents-deep-dive/1/J4wBuNvwFro_📲 Connect with Us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PithorAcademyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pithoracademy/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pithoracademyWebsite: https://www.pithoracademy.com/

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