Provisioning a Cluster and Configuring PostgreSQL on Kubernetes

Welcome to the first episode of the Optimizing Databases on Kubernetes series! In this foundational episode, Jérôme Petazzoni demonstrates how to provision a Kubernetes cluster that will serve as the backbone for the entire series. Through an engaging hands-on walkthrough, Jérôme introduces tools and strategies to create a robust, scalable environment for managing PostgreSQL databases on Kubernetes.

The episode features a practical demonstration of provisioning a Kubernetes cluster on Linode, integrating tools like CNPG for PostgreSQL, ZFSPV for storage, and Rancher Local Path for persistent volumes. Using concise YAML configurations, Jérôme sets up a PostgreSQL cluster with replication and backups while sharing insights on the trade-offs between building in-house solutions and leveraging managed services.

By the end of this episode, you'll have the knowledge and tools to provision your own Kubernetes cluster and set up a robust environment for database management. This foundational step prepares you for deeper optimizations and advanced configurations in the upcoming episodes.


Things You Will Learn in This Episode:
Provisioning Kubernetes Clusters: Deploy scalable clusters on Linode efficiently.

Configuring CNPG for PostgreSQL: Set up PostgreSQL with replication and backups.

Streamlined Database Management: Simplify workflows with Kubernetes-native tools.

The clips from this series are from our November 2024 Webinar, "Optimize Your Databases on Kubernetes With This One Weird Filesystem Trick'', with instructor Jérôme Petazzoni .
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