Browsing by Author "Kuikka, Sami"

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Kubernetes Networking: Comparative Insights into API Gateways and Service Mesh Implementations
(2024-05-20) Kuikka, Sami
Perustieteiden korkeakoulu | Master's thesis
The rise of microservice architectures and the widespread adoption of the container orchestration platform Kubernetes have necessitated networking solutions capable of efficiently managing cross-service functionalities in highly dynamic environments. Despite significant advancements in Kubernetes networking solutions, especially in service meshes and API gateways, there is a notable gap in academic literature regarding comparative analyses of these technologies. This thesis bridges this gap by comparing API gateways and service meshes within a Kubernetes environment, aiming to provide a comprehensive view of the current landscape of networking solutions along with their relative strengths and weaknesses. This involves an examination of service-to-service and client-to-service solutions, evaluating their underlying architectures and offering comparisons between each. The findings of this thesis highlight a significant shift in the industry toward commoditized networking solutions, highlighting an increasing convergence of functionality between API gateways and service meshes. Crucially, it identifies and discusses the distinctions between these solutions, emphasizing the importance for organizations to understand these differences when selecting their networking solution. While the thesis offers an in-depth comparative analysis, it is important to note its focus is limited to Kubernetes and cloud-native contexts. This specificity makes it a valuable guide for organizations operating within this domain, equipping them with essential knowledge to navigate the complex landscape of Kubernetes networking solutions effectively.
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(2022-04-13) Kuikka, Sami
Perustieteiden korkeakoulu | Bachelor's thesis