clean

Remove stale Kurtosis enclaves and engine containers to free resources.

547|97|Updated Feb 14, 2023

Search Tags:#devops #kubernetes #docker #resource-management #clean #enclave

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npx skills add https://github.com/kurtosis-tech/kurtosis --skill clean-kurtosis-tech

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Skill: clean
Source: https://github.com/kurtosis-tech/kurtosis/tree/main/skills/clean
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kurtosis-tech/kurtosis --skill clean-kurtosis-tech

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Removes stale Kurtosis enclaves and artifacts to free resources.

Core Features & Use Cases

Remove stopped enclaves and stopped engine containers.
Clean all enclaves (including running ones) with the -a flag.
Provide guidance for common cleanup scenarios, including selective removal of specific enclaves.

Quick Start

Run kurtosis clean to remove stopped enclaves and leftover artifacts.

Frequently Asked Questions about clean

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I free up Docker or Kubernetes resources consumed by stale Kurtosis enclaves?▼

To free up Docker or Kubernetes resources consumed by stale Kurtosis enclaves, run kurtosis clean. This removes stopped enclaves and leftover artifacts, reclaiming engine resources and resetting your workspace.

Can I remove running Kurtosis enclaves along with stopped ones?▼

Yes, you can remove running Kurtosis enclaves by using the kurtosis clean -a flag. This forces the removal of all enclaves, including those actively running, to completely free engine resources.

What is the best way to clean up leftover Kurtosis engine containers?▼

The best way to clean up leftover Kurtosis engine containers is to run kurtosis clean. This process removes stopped engine containers and associated artifacts to reset your development workspace.

Does kurtosis clean support selective removal of specific enclaves?▼

Yes, kurtosis clean provides guidance for common cleanup scenarios including selective removal of specific enclaves. This allows targeted resource management without clearing your entire workspace.

When should I not use the kurtosis clean -a flag?▼

You should not use the kurtosis clean -a flag when you have running enclaves you want to keep. The -a flag removes all enclaves including running ones, which can disrupt active developer environments.