Kube9 Ecosystem
Kube9 is a comprehensive Kubernetes management platform that combines intelligent automation with developer-first experiences. The ecosystem consists of multiple integrated components that work together seamlessly.
Components
🖥️ VS Code Extension
Intelligent Kubernetes management in your IDE
The Kube9 VS Code extension provides intelligent Kubernetes cluster management directly within your IDE. Features context-aware analysis, troubleshooting, and recommendations.
- Status: MVP
- License: Open Source & Free
- Privacy: All data stays local
Learn more about the VS Code Extension →
⚙️ Kube9 Operator
In-cluster validation and monitoring
The Kube9 Operator runs inside your Kubernetes cluster, performing Well-Architected Framework assessments, event tracking, and security scanning. All features are completely free and open source.
- Status: In Development
- License: Open Source & Free
- Privacy: All data stays in your cluster
Learn more about the Operator →
🤖 Kube9 Desktop
AI-powered Kubernetes management
Kube9 Desktop is a cross-platform desktop application with an embedded AI agent that uses historical cluster data to provide expert Kubernetes guidance. Works with your preferred AI provider (OpenAI, Anthropic, etc.).
- Status: In Development
- License: Freemium (Free tier + Pro/Enterprise subscriptions)
- AI Features: Embedded AI agent with historical context
Learn more about Kube9 Desktop →
How They Work Together
graph LR
A[VS Code Extension] -->|reads| B[Kube9 Operator]
B -->|runs in| C[Your Cluster]
A -->|direct access| C- Operator (Optional): Runs in your cluster, performs assessments and tracks events
- VS Code Extension: Connects to your cluster directly AND reads operator data if available
Key Features
- ✅ Context-Aware Analysis - Intelligent cluster analysis in VS Code
- ✅ Well-Architected Framework - Comprehensive cluster validation
- ✅ Multi-Cluster Management - Handle multiple clusters easily
- ✅ Event Tracking - Comprehensive cluster event history
- ✅ 100% Privacy - All data stays local or in your cluster
- ✅ Open Source - Completely free with full transparency
Getting Started
- Start with the VS Code Extension - Works immediately with any cluster
- Add the Operator (Optional) - For enhanced assessments and event tracking
Learn more about the VS Code Extension →
Links
- GitHub - VS Code Extension
- GitHub - Operator
- Kube9 Desktop - Freemium desktop application with AI agent