Back to Basics: Getting Traffic Into Your Kubernetes Cluster

Explore the various methods of directing traffic into a Kubernetes cluster in this informative 34-minute conference talk by Nicolas Fränkel from api7.ai. Gain a comprehensive overview of the three primary Kubernetes objects for traffic management: NodePort, Ingress, and LoadBalancer, along with their respective limitations and use cases. Discover the challenges associated with LoadBalancer implementations in local distributions versus Cloud Platforms. Delve into the newly introduced Gateway API, understanding its significance and how it adds to the existing traffic management options. Compare the pros and cons of all four approaches, with a particular focus on the features and benefits of the Gateway API. Leave with a clearer understanding of how to effectively manage traffic in your Kubernetes environment, enabling you to make informed decisions for your specific use case.