azure-aks
Azure AKS provisions managed Kubernetes clusters on Azure with built-in support for node pool configuration, network policies, and auto-scaling. The skill covers cluster creation, ingress setup, Container Insights monitoring, Azure Container Registry integration, and Terraform-based infrastructure as code for repeatable deployments.
Azure AKS deploys and manages production Kubernetes clusters on Azure with node pools, networking, and Azure integrations.
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cp -r DevOps-Security-Agent-Skills/infrastructure/cloud-azure/azure-aks ~/.claude/skills/azure-aksnpx skillfed install BagelHole/DevOps-Security-Agent-Skills/azure-aksFrequently asked questions
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How do you deploy Kubernetes on Azure using azure-aks?
Azure AKS provisions managed Kubernetes clusters on Azure with built-in support for node pool configuration, network policies, and auto-scaling. You can deploy clusters via the Azure portal, Azure CLI, or infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform and ARM templates. AKS handles the control plane, allowing you to focus on workload deployment and cluster management.
What does azure-aks support for node pools and scaling?
Azure AKS lets you configure multiple node pools with different VM sizes, OS types, and scaling settings to optimize for various workload requirements. You can enable cluster autoscaling to automatically adjust node counts based on demand, and configure spot instances for cost-effective compute. GPU node pools are supported for compute-intensive workloads.
How can you integrate Azure services with azure-aks?
Azure AKS integrates seamlessly with Azure Container Registry (ACR) for private image storage, Azure Key Vault for secrets management, and Azure Active Directory (AD) for identity and access control. These integrations enable secure, enterprise-grade deployments with centralized authentication and secret handling.
Can you create an AKS cluster with Terraform?
Yes, azure-aks supports provisioning AKS infrastructure using Terraform and ARM templates for infrastructure-as-code deployments. Terraform allows you to define cluster configuration, node pools, networking, and integrations declaratively, enabling repeatable and version-controlled cluster provisioning across environments.
What monitoring and troubleshooting capabilities does azure-aks provide?
Azure AKS includes Container Insights for monitoring cluster health, node performance, and workload metrics. You can access logs, set up alerts, and troubleshoot cluster issues through Azure Monitor. The skill covers upgrade processes, private cluster setup, networking security, and best practices for maintaining production clusters.
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Azure Kubernetes Service
Deploy and manage production-grade Kubernetes clusters on Azure with AKS. Covers cluster creation, node pool management, networking, ingress controllers, monitoring, security, and Terraform-based provisioning.
When to Use
- You need managed Kubernetes without maintaining control plane infrastructure.
- Your workloads require container orchestration with auto-scaling.
- You need tight integration with Azure AD, Key Vault, and Container Registry.
- You are running microservices that require service mesh, ingress, or network policies.
- You need GPU or spot node pools for specialized or cost-optimized workloads.
Prerequisites
```bash
Install Azure CLI and kubectl
curl -sL https://aka.ms/InstallAzureCLIDeb | sudo bash az aks install-cli
Login and set subscription
az login az account set --subscription "my-subscription-id"
Register required providers
az provider register --namespace
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