AWS – New features for cdk8s include synthesize and import Helm charts and resolve cloud tokens

AWS unveils new capabilities for cdk8s, allowing seamless synthesis of applications into Helm charts on one hand, and native import of existing Helm charts into cdk8s applications on the other. In addition, cdk8s can now interpret deploy-time tokens of the AWS CDK and CDK For Terraform, all during the cdk8s synthesis phase. Helm stands out as a widely embraced solution for the deployment and management of Kubernetes applications. By converging cdk8s and Helm, users can enjoy a unified workflow for creating and deploying Kubernetes manifests. With the recent addition to the “cdk8s synth” command, you can transform a cdk8s app directly into a Helm Chart, ready to be integrated with Helm deployments. 

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