k8s-manifests

Generate Kubernetes and OpenShift YAML manifests from templates with security defaults.

3|Updated Jan 24, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kcns008/cluster-skills --skill k8s-manifests
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: k8s-manifests
Source: https://github.com/kcns008/cluster-skills/tree/main/.claude/skills/k8s-manifests
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kcns008/cluster-skills --skill k8s-manifests

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Creating polished, production-ready Kubernetes and OpenShift manifests is time-consuming and error-prone. This skill automates manifest generation, validation, and conversion to reduce drift and manual work.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generate resource manifests for Deployments, Services, Ingress/Route, ConfigMaps, Secrets, RBAC, StatefulSets, DaemonSets, CronJobs, and more across Kubernetes and OpenShift.
  • Validate manifests against best practices, security defaults, and GitOps readiness, with easy conversion between K8s and OpenShift resource types.
  • Apply Helm charts or Kustomize overlays as part of the manifest generation workflow to support production-grade templates.

Quick Start

Use the k8s-manifests skill to generate a production-ready Deployment and Service YAML for a sample app.

Frequently Asked Questions about k8s-manifests

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate production-ready Kubernetes manifests automatically?

You can generate production-ready Kubernetes YAML manifests by using this skill to automate template creation. It enforces security defaults like non-root runAs, resource requests, limits, and probes, while producing GitOps-ready Deployments and Services.

Can I convert Kubernetes resources to OpenShift manifests?

Yes, you can convert Kubernetes resources to OpenShift manifests. This skill translates between K8s and OCP resource types, such as mapping Ingress to Routes, to ensure consistent deployments across both platforms.

Does this approach support Helm charts and Kustomize overlays?

Yes, this manifest generation approach supports Helm charts and Kustomize overlays. It applies these templating tools during the generation workflow to output production-grade, customized manifests for complex environments.

What security and operability best practices are enforced in the generated YAML?

The generated YAML enforces security and operability best practices by mandating resource requests, limits, liveness and readiness probes, non-root runAs configurations, and GitOps-ready labels for reliable deployments.

What is the best way to create GitOps-ready labels and annotations for Kubernetes deployments?

The best way to create GitOps-ready labels and annotations is to automate manifest generation with this skill. It inherently applies consistent metadata, security defaults, and resource specifications for continuous deployment.