kwokctl Kubernetes SIGs

kwokctl is a command-line tool designed to streamline the creation and management of Kubernetes clusters using nodes simulated by kwok. This approach allows users to test and operate clusters with minimal resource consumption, enabling efficient development and testing on local machines.

Key Features:

• Lightweight Resource Usage: Simulate thousands of nodes and pods without significant CPU or memory overhead.
• Fast Cluster Management: Create and delete clusters and nodes almost instantly, eliminating provisioning delays.
• Compatibility with Kubernetes Tools: Works seamlessly with standard Kubernetes clients like kubectl, helm, and kui.
• Portability Across Platforms: Runs on Linux, macOS, and Windows using pre-built binaries or container runtimes like Docker, Podman, and Nerdctl.
• Flexible Configuration: Supports custom node types, labels, taints, capacities, and pod behaviors for diverse testing scenarios.

Audience & Benefit: Ideal for Kubernetes developers and operators looking to test cluster behavior without running actual pods. kwokctl enables efficient development, testing, and experimentation with Kubernetes clusters on local machines, reducing resource strain and improving workflow efficiency.

kwokctl can be installed via winget, making it easy to integrate into your development environment.