BeKind

Install a K8S cluster using KIND, and perform automated post-deployment steps.

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What is BeKind?

BeKind is a powerful CLI tool that simplifies the process of creating and configuring Kubernetes clusters using KIND (Kubernetes in Docker). It goes beyond basic cluster creation by automating common post-deployment tasks.

Key Features

  • Automated Cluster Creation: Deploy KIND clusters with customizable configurations
  • Custom Kubernetes Versions: Specify any KIND node image version
  • Helm Chart Integration: Automatically install Helm charts during cluster setup
  • Image Pre-loading: Load Docker images into your cluster before deployment
  • Manifest Application: Apply Kubernetes manifests automatically after cluster creation
  • Post-Install Actions: Perform automated actions like resource restarts and deletions
  • Configuration Profiles: Save and reuse cluster configurations

Quick Example 

# Start a cluster with the default configuration
bekind start

# Run a saved profile
bekind run argocd

# List all running clusters
bekind list

# Destroy a cluster
bekind destroy

Why Use BeKind?

Setting up a Kubernetes development environment can be time-consuming, especially when you need to:

  • Install multiple Helm charts
  • Pre-load custom images
  • Apply various manifests
  • Restart deployments or clean up resources

BeKind automates all of these tasks through a simple YAML configuration file, allowing you to create reproducible Kubernetes environments in seconds.

Whether you’re developing applications, testing Kubernetes features, or creating demo environments, BeKind streamlines your workflow.

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Getting Started

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Getting Help

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License

BeKind is available as open source under the terms of the Apache License 2.0.