Announcement
Kubetail: Real-time Kubernetes Log Viewer (CLI & Web Dashboard)
Kubetail is a command-line and web-based tool designed for tailing logs from multiple pods and containers within a Kubernetes cluster in real-time, simplifying the process of monitoring and debugging distributed applications.
Project Introduction
Summary
Kubetail is an essential tool for anyone managing or developing applications on Kubernetes, offering a streamlined way to access and monitor log output across various components of your application stack.
Problem Solved
Manually tailing logs from numerous pods and containers spread across a Kubernetes cluster is cumbersome and inefficient. Kubetail aggregates these logs into a single, easily monitorable stream.
Core Features
Multi-Pod/Container Tailing
Access and view logs simultaneously from multiple pods and containers matching specified labels or names within your Kubernetes cluster.
Dual Interfaces (CLI & Web)
Provides both a traditional terminal interface for command-line users and a feature-rich web-based dashboard for easier visualization and filtering.
Tech Stack
Use Cases
Kubetail proves invaluable in any scenario requiring centralized log access from distributed applications running on Kubernetes.
Scenario 1: Production Incident Debugging
Details
During a service outage or unexpected behavior, use Kubetail to view logs from all instances of the affected microservice across different nodes simultaneously to pinpoint the source of the error.
User Value
Significantly reduces the time required to identify and resolve issues by providing a unified log view.
Scenario 2: Monitoring Deployments
Details
When deploying a new version of an application, monitor the logs from the new pods in real-time via the web dashboard to ensure they start correctly and are processing requests as expected.
User Value
Provides immediate feedback on deployment health and behavior, allowing for quick rollbacks if necessary.
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