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Does it really make sense to use Kubernetes in 2026? Especially in the cloud? I think it’s just adding unnecessary layers, increasing operational debt, and comp
by Carrett 9mo ago
Does it really make sense to use Kubernetes in 2026? Especially in the cloud? I think it’s just adding unnecessary layers, increasing operational debt, and complicating the developer experience.
- 0xbadcafebee 9mo agoIt's not a black and white question. For you it doesn't make sense, for others it makes tons of sense.
- locknitpicker 9mo ago> Does it really make sense to use Kubernetes in 2026? Especially in the cloud? I can't tell if your comment is a joke or not.
- pfix 9mo agoThat in itself is an answer :D
- antonvs 9mo agoIt’s a joke whether or not it’s intended as one.
- Carrett 9mo agoNo, I’m not joking. To me, it seems pointless to keep using this tool, as it only serves to complicate the architecture. It might make sense for on-premise data centers, but in the cloud—despite the vendor lock-in, it’s still more cost-effective than adding layer after layer of extra complexity.
- nwmcsween 9mo agoThe whole business model of cloud providers is to charge a premium for their ecosystem and to create lock-in by making everything interdependent. A Kubernetes deployment could cost 100k/yr a similar cloud deployment would be ~1m/yr.