What is Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)?
▼Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) is a fully managed Kubernetes container orchestration service that simplifies the deployment, management, and operations of Kubernetes clusters.
How does pricing work for AKS?
▼AKS itself is free. You only pay for the underlying compute, storage, and networking resources you consume.
Can I integrate AKS with Azure DevOps?
▼Yes. Azure DevOps pipelines can build container images and deploy them directly to AKS using built‑in tasks and service connections.
What are the scaling options?
▼AKS supports manual node scaling, cluster autoscaler, and virtual node integration with Azure Container Instances for burst workloads.
How do I secure my AKS cluster?
▼Use Azure Active Directory integration, network policies, pod security policies, and enable Azure Policy for Kubernetes to enforce compliance.
What monitoring tools are available?
▼Azure Monitor for containers provides metrics, logs, and insights. You can also integrate Prometheus, Grafana, and Azure Log Analytics.
How do I upgrade my AKS cluster?
▼AKS supports in‑place upgrades via the Azure portal, CLI, or PowerShell. It's recommended to test upgrades in a staging environment first.