Overview :-

Robusta is a powerful tool for managing and monitoring Kubernetes clusters. It provides advanced observability, automation, and troubleshooting capabilities. In this blog post, we’ll walk through the process of installing Robusta on your Kubernetes cluster.

Prerequisites :-

A supported Kubernetes cluster (minikube). Helm Installed on your system.

Procedure :-

Before Starting, set-up a minkube or any other kubernetes cluster.

Step-1 :- Open a Browser window and search for “home.robusta.dev” and click on Free Trail and create/sign-up for a Robusta free trail account.

Step-2 :- Give account name and click on Next.

Step-3 :- Integrate with Prometheus & Alert Manager and click on Next.

Step-4 :- Install Robusta by Downloading the config file: generated_values.yaml

• Add the Helm repository:

helm repo add robusta https://robusta-charts.storage.googleapis.com && helm repo update

• Select your cluster type and Run the following command, replacing <YOUR_CLUSTER_NAME> with the desired name for the cluster as it will appear in the Robusta UI.

helm install robusta robusta/robusta -f ./generated_values.yaml --set clusterName=<YOUR_CLUSTER_NAME>

After Installtion, click on Next

Step-5 :- Confirm installation

Verify that two Robusta pods are up and running.

kubectl get pods -A | grep robusta

If all pods are running successfully, press the “Verify connection” button and connect to your cluster. After connecting with the cluster u can see that your cluster has been connected with Robusta UI.

Conclusion :-

Installing Robusta on your Kubernetes cluster can significantly improve your ability to manage and monitor your applications. With its powerful features and easy setup process, Robusta is a valuable addition to any Kubernetes environment.

Remember to keep your Robusta installation updated and regularly review its configurations to ensure it meets your evolving needs. Happy Kubernetes managing!