SpotKube
Cost-Optimal Microservices Deployment with Cluster Autoscaling and Spot Pricing.
Overview
SpotKube is an open-source project that aims to optimize the deployment cost of microservices on Kubernetes by using spot instances and intelligent cluster autoscaling. It uses a genetic algorithm to find the most cost-effective combination of resources.
✨ Key Features
- Cost optimization using a genetic algorithm
- Cluster autoscaling with spot pricing
- Application characterization for resource allocation
- Elastic cluster autoscaler
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Use of a genetic algorithm for optimization
- Open-source and research-focused
- Focus on microservices deployment
Unique Value: Provides an open-source, research-backed approach to Kubernetes cost optimization using a genetic algorithm.
🎯 Use Cases (2)
✅ Best For
- Academic research and proof-of-concept deployments
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Production environments requiring enterprise support
- Users looking for a simple, out-of-the-box solution
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a novel, algorithmic approach to cost optimization, but lacks the user-friendliness and support of commercial products.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Fully open-source and free to use.
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