volcano-scheduler-config

Retrieve Volcano scheduler configuration from its ConfigMap in summary, YAML, or JSON formats.

225|28|Updated Mar 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/scitix/siclaw --skill volcano-scheduler-config
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Skill: volcano-scheduler-config
Source: https://github.com/scitix/siclaw/tree/main/skills/core/volcano-scheduler-config
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/scitix/siclaw --skill volcano-scheduler-config

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you understand and diagnose issues related to the Volcano scheduler's configuration, enabling you to troubleshoot scheduling behaviors and optimize resource allocation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • View Scheduler Configuration: Inspect actions, plugins, and tier settings within the Volcano scheduler's ConfigMap.
  • Diagnose Scheduling Issues: Identify misconfigurations that might cause pods to remain pending or lead to unexpected scheduling outcomes.
  • Use Case: If your batch jobs are not being scheduled as expected, you can use this Skill to check if the gang plugin is enabled or if the actions are in the correct order.

Quick Start

Use the volcano-scheduler-config skill to get a summary of the scheduler configuration.

Frequently Asked Questions about volcano-scheduler-config

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I check Volcano scheduler configuration to diagnose pending pods in Kubernetes?

You can view Volcano scheduler configuration by retrieving the volcano-scheduler.conf key from the volcano-scheduler-configmap ConfigMap in the volcano-system namespace, outputting the actions, plugins, and tier settings as a summary, YAML, or JSON format.

How do I view Volcano scheduler plugins and actions for troubleshooting batch jobs?

View Volcano scheduler plugins and actions by inspecting the volcano-scheduler-configmap ConfigMap in the volcano-system namespace, which reveals the volcano-scheduler.conf details to help diagnose unexpected batch job scheduling outcomes.

Why are my Kubernetes batch jobs not scheduling as expected with Volcano?

Kubernetes batch jobs may fail to schedule due to misconfigured Volcano scheduler settings, such as incorrect action ordering or a disabled gang plugin, which you can diagnose by inspecting the volcano-scheduler-configmap ConfigMap.

Can I export Volcano scheduler ConfigMap data in YAML or JSON format?

You can export Volcano scheduler ConfigMap data in summary, YAML, or JSON formats, or as raw ConfigMap data, allowing you to review the actions, plugins, and tier settings parsed from the volcano-scheduler.conf key.

How do I verify if the gang plugin is enabled in the Volcano scheduler?

Verify if the gang plugin is enabled by inspecting the volcano-scheduler.conf key within the volcano-scheduler-configmap ConfigMap in the volcano-system namespace, which displays the active scheduler plugins and tier settings.