9. From Code to Production9.7 Kubernetes: The Desired State Engine
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Chapter 9 · 9.7 Kubernetes: The Desired State Engine · p. 204
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Kubernetes is not just a way to run containers. It’s a system that maintains your desired state.
Think of a thermostat in your house.
Traditional approach (manual heater):
- Temperature drops → You notice → You turn on heater
- Temperature rises → You notice → You turn off heater
- You’re constantly monitoring and adjusting
Thermostat approach: