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Understanding Kubernetes Init Container&Static Pod— A Beginner’s Guide
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In this beginner-friendly guide, we will explore the concept of static pods, init container, their significance compared to regular pods, how they work, their key features, and provide an example to solidify your understanding.
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What is Static Pods?
In a Kubernetes cluster, pods are the smallest and simplest units that can be deployed and managed.
Typically, pods are created and managed by the Kubernetes API server, which is part of the control plane.
However, there is another type of pod called “Static Pods” that are managed directly by the kubelet on a node, without the involvement of the API server.
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