Kubernetes Deployments
Kubernetes Deployments are a declarative API object in Kubernetes that manages the deployment and scaling of containerized applications. They provide a way to define the desired state for a set of Pods and ReplicaSets, enabling automated updates, rollbacks, and self-healing capabilities. Deployments ensure that a specified number of Pod replicas are running and can handle updates with strategies like rolling updates or blue-green deployments.
Developers should use Kubernetes Deployments when managing stateless applications in production environments, as they simplify application lifecycle management and improve reliability. They are essential for implementing continuous deployment pipelines, enabling zero-downtime updates, and ensuring high availability through automated scaling and recovery. Deployments are particularly useful for microservices architectures where frequent updates and scalability are critical.