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Kubernetes for Node.js Developers
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A practical introduction to deploying and scaling Node.js applications on Kubernetes, from local development to production.
# Kubernetes for Node.js Developers
Kubernetes can feel overwhelming at first, but the core concepts map well to things you already know.
## Core Concepts
- **Pod**: The smallest deployable unit
- **Deployment**: Manages a set of identical pods
- **Service**: Exposes your pods to network traffic
## Health Checks
Always configure liveness and readiness probes so Kubernetes knows if your app is healthy.