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k8s-operator

Queries and diagnoses Kubernetes clusters including Talos nodes, Ceph storage, and Cilium networking.

3|Updated Feb 26, 2026
Search Tags:#troubleshooting#kubernetes#diagnostics#k8s#cluster#ceph#talos
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/gavinmcfall/agentic-config --skill k8s-operator-gavinmcfall
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: k8s-operator
Source: https://github.com/gavinmcfall/agentic-config/tree/main/config/skills/infra/k8s-operator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gavinmcfall/agentic-config --skill k8s-operator-gavinmcfall

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive way to query and diagnose your home Kubernetes cluster, helping you understand its health, troubleshoot issues, and inspect deployed resources without direct kubectl commands.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Cluster Health Checks: Quickly assess the status of nodes, pods, services, and storage.
  • Troubleshooting: Provides specific commands and workflows for diagnosing common issues like pod failures, network problems, and storage errors.
  • Resource Inspection: Understand what's deployed, including databases, networking configurations, and Talos node management.
  • Use Case: When a service in your cluster is unresponsive, use this Skill to check pod status, review recent events, and inspect network routes to pinpoint the cause.

Quick Start

Use the k8s-operator skill to check the status of all nodes in the cluster.

Frequently Asked Questions about k8s-operator

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I troubleshoot unresponsive pods in a Kubernetes cluster?▼

To diagnose a failing Kubernetes pod, the skill queries pod status, retrieves recent cluster events, and inspects deployed resources to pinpoint the underlying cause.

What is the best way to check Kubernetes cluster health and node status?▼

Checking Kubernetes cluster health involves querying the status of nodes, pods, services, and Ceph storage to assess the overall environment state without direct commands.

Can I use this to manage Talos Linux nodes and inspect Ceph storage?▼

Yes, you can query Talos Linux node management and inspect Ceph storage states, providing specific commands to diagnose storage errors and check node constraints.

How do I diagnose Cilium networking issues and check routes?▼

To diagnose Cilium networking issues and check routes, you execute provided workflows to inspect network configurations and pinpoint problems causing service unresponsiveness.

Do I need to understand Kubernetes resource states to diagnose cluster problems?▼

Yes, diagnosing cluster problems requires understanding Kubernetes resource states and Talos Linux constraints to effectively interpret health checks and troubleshoot issues.

Why does my Kubernetes cluster troubleshooting fail on Talos nodes?▼

Kubernetes cluster troubleshooting might fail on Talos nodes if you do not account for Talos Linux constraints. Proper diagnosis requires understanding these specific node management limitations.

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