K9s
K9s is a text-based screen tool that lets you watch and manage applications running on Kubernetes clusters, the systems used to run containers. It is for programmers and IT staff who work with Kubernetes.
How hard it is to start using it. Easy: install it like a normal app, or use it in your browser. Advanced: you run it on your own server, use the command line, or it is a tool for developers.
Features
Works with Docker commandsDocker commands and files do not apply; it is a Kubernetes terminal tool.
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No commands neededTerminal-based text UI; commands are used throughout.
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Windows, Mac and Linux app
SourceYes
Runs across many computersManages clusters run by other tools, not clusters itself.
SourcePartly
Hosted for youMust be run yourself; no hosted service mentioned.
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Nothing locked behind a paid version
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Helps run and watch containers on clusters, but does not package apps into containers.
How to help
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