In this episode, we’ll explore the concept of a Kubernetes Operator, and how they allow you to manage applications running in Kubernetes clusters more efficiently. We’ll also talk about how you can build one on your own! More info: https://kube101.jeffgeerling.com/ Special thanks to amazee.io for sponsoring this series: https://www.amazee.io/ Sponsor me on GitHub: https://github.com/sponsors/geerlingguy Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/geerlingguy Links: - Kubernetes 101 Book: https://www.kubernetes101book.com/   - Ansible for Kubernetes for $4.99: https://leanpub.com/ansible-for-kubernetes/c/mZkrcxrfmWw8   - Episode Details: https://kube101.jeffgeerling.com/2021/episode-7-hello-operator   - Episode Examples: https://github.com/geerlingguy/kubernetes-101/tree/master/episode-07 #kubernetes #kube101 #operator Contents: 00:00 - Livestream start 00:49 - #BabyWatch success! 02:14 - What are Operators? 05:25 - What are Controllers? 07:36 - Operators observe Custom Resources 09:08 - Custom Resource Definition 12:42 - Why NOT use an Operator? 14:58 - Popular Operators and OperatorHub.io 19:12 - Amazee.io sponsor shout-out 20:59 - Build your own operator 23:01 - Operator SDK Demo 35:16 - Conclusion and what’s next in Ep 8