Difference between Kubernetes Controller and Kubernetes Operator
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Kubernetes Controller |
Kubernetes Operator |
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Kubernetes Controllers are ideal for managing stateless apps and maintaining the correct number of copies |
Kubernetes operators provide a more specific approach to resource management, enabling users to enhance Kubernetes capabilities |
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Controllers are ideal for controlling stateless applications and ensuring the proper number of copies. |
Operators are better suited for complicated, stateful applications that require human-like decision-making capabilities. |
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Controller follow Kubernetes principles, notably the control loop. |
Operators also follow Kubernetes principles, notably the control loop. |
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Operators does notutilize Custom Resources to expand the Kubernetes API. |
Operators utilize Custom Resources to expand the Kubernetes API. |
Kubernetes Controller VS Kubernetes Operator
Kubernetes Controllers are ideal for managing stateless apps and maintaining the correct number of copies, but Kubernetes Operators are more appropriate for complicated, stateful applications that require human-like decision-making abilities.