dev-cluster

Manage Kind and Minikube clusters for the Ambient Code Platform.

130|117|Updated Aug 11, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ambient-code/platform --skill dev-cluster
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Skill: dev-cluster
Source: https://github.com/ambient-code/platform/tree/main/.claude/skills/dev-cluster
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ambient-code/platform --skill dev-cluster

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of setting up, managing, and testing local development clusters for the Ambient Code Platform, significantly reducing developer friction.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Cluster Management: Automates the creation, updating, and teardown of Kind and Minikube clusters.
  • Image Management: Intelligently builds and deploys only the necessary container images based on code changes.
  • Deployment Verification & Troubleshooting: Verifies deployments and assists in diagnosing and resolving common cluster and pod issues.
  • Use Case: A developer makes changes to the platform's backend. They invoke this Skill to automatically build the new backend image, deploy it to their local Kind cluster, and verify that the changes are working correctly, all with a single command.

Quick Start

Use the dev-cluster skill to test your latest code changes in a kind cluster.

Frequently Asked Questions about dev-cluster

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I build and deploy local code changes to a Kubernetes dev cluster?

You can build and deploy code changes to a local Kubernetes dev cluster by invoking the dev-cluster Skill, which intelligently builds only necessary container images based on git changes and deploys them directly to your local environment.

What is the best way to manage Kind and Minikube cluster lifecycles for local development?

The best way to manage Kind and Minikube lifecycles is using cluster orchestration automation, which handles the creation, updating, and teardown of local Kubernetes clusters to streamline your local development workflow.

Can I automate container image building based only on git changes for local deployments?

Yes, you can automate container image building based on git changes. The Skill intelligently detects code modifications and builds only the necessary container images, reducing deployment time and resource usage.

How do I verify deployments and troubleshoot pod issues in a local Kubernetes cluster?

To verify deployments and troubleshoot pod issues in a local Kubernetes cluster, the Skill automates deployment verification and assists in diagnosing common cluster and pod problems to ensure your changes are working correctly.

Does this local Kubernetes deployment workflow require Makefile integration?

Yes, the local Kubernetes deployment workflow integrates with the platform's Makefile, ensuring seamless execution of build and deployment commands for efficient local development and testing operations.

Why should I use Kind or Minikube for local platform testing instead of other dev environments?

You should use Kind or Minikube for local platform testing because they provide lightweight, local Kubernetes clusters that reduce developer friction by streamlining setup, image management, and deployment verification.