Monokle is a unified visual tool that streamlines the creation, validation, and deployment of Kubernetes configurations throughout the application lifecycle.
Monokle is a set of OSS tools designed to help create and maintain high-quality Kubernetes configurations throughout the application lifecycle
Monokle is designed for Kubernetes developers and DevOps engineers who need to author, validate, and manage Kubernetes YAML manifests and cluster resources efficiently. It helps maintain high-quality configurations by providing real-time validation, policy enforcement, and cluster state comparison, simplifying Kubernetes configuration management and deployment workflows.
Monokle requires access to Kubernetes clusters for live state management and validation; users should ensure proper kubeconfig setup and cluster permissions. Leveraging OPA policies enhances security posture by enforcing custom rules. The tool is best suited for users familiar with Kubernetes concepts but who prefer a visual interface over manual YAML editing.
Download the Windows installer from https://github.com/kubeshop/monokle/releases/download/downloads/Monokle-win-x64.exe
Download the MacOS installer from https://github.com/kubeshop/monokle/releases/download/downloads/Monokle-mac-universal.dmg
Download the Linux AppImage from https://github.com/kubeshop/monokle/releases/download/downloads/Monokle-linux-x86_64.AppImage
Run the downloaded installer appropriate for your OS
Follow the installation prompts to complete setup
Launch Monokle and connect to your Kubernetes clusterOpen Monokle GUI and load your Kubernetes manifests
Start the Monokle IDE to author and manage Kubernetes YAML files visually
Connect to a live Kubernetes cluster within Monokle
View real-time cluster state and resources directly in the tool
Validate manifests against Kubernetes schemas and OPA policies
Ensure manifests comply with YAML syntax, K8s schemas, and custom security policies
Use Git integration to manage configuration lifecycle
Commit, compare, and apply changes to manifests using Git workflows
Preview resources generated by kustomize or helm
Visualize and debug templated Kubernetes resources before deployment
Compare resource versions and apply changes to clusters
Synchronize local manifests with live cluster resources either immediately or via pull requests