EKS AL2 to AL2023 memory usage spikes in nginx, anyone else

Diagnosing and Resolving Memory Spikes in Nginx on EKS AL2023 If you’ve migrated from Amazon Linux 2 (AL2) to AL2023 on EKS and noticed memory spikes in Nginx.

JR

3 minute read

If you’ve migrated from Amazon Linux 2 (AL2) to AL2023 on EKS and noticed memory spikes in Nginx pods, you’re not alone. This post walks through a pragmatic diagnosis and repair workflow, with actionable steps to prevent recurrence.

Practical guidance for using yaml over the CLI when managing Kubernetes

YAML Over CLI: Production Reality vs. Tutorial Simplicity As a platform engineer, you’re not alone in preferring YAML over ad-hoc CLI commands.

JR

2 minute read

As a platform engineer, you’re not alone in preferring YAML over ad-hoc CLI commands. The question isn’t whether it’s uncommon—it’s whether you’re optimizing for tutorial simplicity or production safety. Here’s the breakdown:

What does "config hell" actually look like in the real world

What "Config Hell" Actually Looks Like (And How to Escape It) If you’ve spent any time managing production Kubernetes clusters, you’ve probably heard the term.

JR

4 minute read

If you’ve spent any time managing production Kubernetes clusters, you’ve probably heard the term “Config Hell.” It’s the chaotic state where configurations sprawl uncontrollably, drift between environments, and resist consistent management. But what does this look like in practice? And how do you fix it when it happens?