At the beginning of the COVID era, I found myself without any active contracts. Having worked with Kubernetes in a previous role, I was captivated by its potential, even though it was often perceived as an expensive and complex platform to set up. To stay productive, I decided to build my own Kubernetes cluster using used components that I either already owned or could source from a local used computer store.
Alongside this, I envisioned creating a blog to demonstrate how straightforward it could be for hobbyists to replicate the process, aiming to inspire others to explore Kubernetes in an accessible way. Now that my tenure at Edgio has come to an end, I’ve decided to revisit this project and update the blog to showcase the current status of the cluster. You can check it out here: https://kube-demo.chrisstradtman.com.