Kubernetes Cluster: YAML Deployments

Kubernetes can handle deployments using either JSON or YAML files. In the community, YAML tends to be more popular and is often seen as the standard choice.

When deploying from YAML files, it operates much like Helm charts. A .yaml or .yml file specifies object definitions or lists of objects. These YAML files can be applied directly through the Kubernetes Dashboard or via the kubectl command-line tool, requiring no extra software installation.

When using kubectl, make sure to utilize the apply command along with the accurate path to your deployment YAML file.

kubectl apply -f /path/to/deployment.yaml

However, Helm charts offer significant advantages in terms of flexibility, supporting conditions, replacements, parameters, and more.