operator
A software extension that automates the management of complex applications and resources on Kubernetes by encoding domain-specific knowledge.
An operator is a Kubernetes extension that automates the deployment, operation, and lifecycle management of complex applications and resources. Operators leverage custom resource definitions (CRDs) to encode domain-specific expertise, enabling Kubernetes to manage stateful applications, databases, and AI workloads with minimal human intervention.
Operators monitor the desired state of resources, perform health checks, handle upgrades, backups, and scaling, and respond to failures automatically. This approach streamlines operations, reduces manual effort, and ensures consistency across environments.
By using operators, organizations can extend Kubernetes’ capabilities, simplify the management of advanced workloads, and accelerate the adoption of cloud-native and AI-driven solutions.