Introducing the new Target Wizard to deploy Kubeturbo in a Kubernetes or Red Hat OpenShift Cluster
Introduction
Deploying Kubeturbo or any agent to a Kubernetes cluster can be a complex process, involving multiple configurations, resource definitions, and security considerations.
Traditionally, this requires a deep understanding of Kubernetes YAML manifests, Helm charts, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), and networking policies.
However, using the new Turbonomic Target Wizard for Kubernetes it simplifies this process by providing an intuitive, guided approach to build, configure, and deploy Kubeturbo efficiently and in as little time as possible.
In this blog, we’ll explore the benefits of using the new Turbonomic Target Wizard and how it enhances and simplifies initial configurations, security, and helps ensure deployment consistency in Kubernetes environments.
What is the new Turbonomic Target Wizard for Kubernetes?
The new Target Wizard in Turbonomic is a graphical user interface (GUI) based tool that streamlines the process of configuring and deploying Kubeturbo to a Kubernetes cluster.
It abstracts away the complexity by guiding users through predefined steps, auto-generating necessary configurations, and ensuring best practices are followed.
The Target Wizard provides:
- Automated configuration generation (YAML, Helm values, RBAC policies)
- Secure authentication setup (using Oauth2 or Secure Client)
- Simplified deployment workflows (directly from the Turbonomic UI in under 2 minutes)
- Fast deployment time (Reduce deployment time by 600% compared to not using the Target Wizard)
- Real-time validation and feedback to prevent misconfigurations
The Value of Using the Target Wizard for Kubernetes Agent Deployment
Simplifies Deployment for All Users
- No need for deep Kubernetes expertise – The wizard guides users through step-by-step configurations, reducing the learning curve.
- Prebuilt templates – Auto-generates a Linux shell script that installs the required YAML files, Helm charts, and runs required Kubectl commands tailored for the specific Kubeturbo being deployed.
Reduces Deployment Time
- Automated resource creation – Generates required ConfigMaps, Secrets, Deployments, and RBAC roles without manual intervention.
- Quick installation – Deploy Kubeturbo on average 600% faster (in under 2 minutes in some cases) rather than spending an hour manually downloading, configuring, troubleshooting YAML configurations.
Ensures Security Best Practices
- RBAC enforcement – Ensures Kubeturbo is assigned least privilege access to interact with the cluster securely.
- Secure API connectivity – Guides users in setting up secure authentication mechanisms using Oauth2 tokens or certificates.
- Prevents misconfigurations – Real-time validation ensures compliance with namespace restrictions, pod security policies, and networking rules.
Enhances Deployment Consistency
- Standardized workflows – Avoids inconsistencies in agent configurations across different clusters.
- Version control integration – Automatically detects the Turbonomic server version and uses the same version in the Kubeturbo deployment.
Improves Monitoring & Troubleshooting
- Real-time feedback – Detects errors in configurations before applying them.
- Automatic error and failures – If the deployment script fails or has errors, it will show details as to why.
How a Target Wizard Works in Practice
Using the New Target Wizard involves the following steps:
- Navigate to Settings, Target Configuration - Choose Add Target +
- Select Kubernetes or Red Hat OpenShift – Under the Container Platform sections, then click Connect Target
- Define Agent Settings – Configure resources such as namespace, CPU/memory limits, and networking options.
- Generate Deployment Script – The wizard auto-generates a Linux shell script that has the required YAML manifests, Helm values and kubectl commands.
- Apply the Deployment – Download the script and run it against the Kubernetes cluster via a single CLI command.
- Verify Installation – The script provides real-time deployment status updates to confirm successful deployment.
- Verify Target - Click I ran the script to confirm you can see the cluster in the target page.
Conclusion: Why use the new Target Wizard?
Using the Target Wizard for deploying Kubeturbo to Kubernetes clusters significantly enhances productivity, security, and deployment consistency.
Whether you’re a DevOps engineer, SRE, or developer, the wizard simplifies complex configurations, enforces best practices, reduces the risk of deployment failures and enables you to start realizing value faster with Turbonomic.
Key Takeaways:
Fast & Easy – Deploy Kubeturbo quickly without deep Kubernetes and YAML manifest knowledge.
Secure – Automates RBAC, authentication, and best practices.
Consistent – Ensures standardized deployments across environments.
Troubleshoot Faster – Provides real-time feedback.
Leveraging a Target Wizard is a game-changer, experience how quickly and easily you can connect your Kubernetes and Red Hat OpenShift clusters to Turbonomic to start seeing the value it can bring to your organization.
If your organization is looking to see what Turbonomic can do for your Kubernetes and Red Hat OpenShift clusters,
consider starting a free 30-day trial: https://www.ibm.com/account/reg/us-en/signup?formid=urx-52198 Try it today and experience the benefits firsthand!
What’s Next?
Would you like a hands-on demo or a step-by-step guide on using the new Target Wizard for Kubernetes?
Stay tuned for updates on the new Target Wizard for Prometheus, coming soon!
Feedback and comments always welcome!
