Basics
Welcome to the Basics section of Canine documentation. This section covers the fundamental concepts and components you'll work with when using Canine to deploy and manage your applications on Kubernetes.
Core Concepts​
Clusters​
Learn how to connect and manage Kubernetes clusters with Canine. Understand cluster configuration, authentication, and best practices for multi-cluster deployments.
Projects​
Discover how to organize and deploy your applications:
- Services - Deploy web services, background workers, and cron jobs
- Processes and One-off Pods - Run temporary tasks and debugging sessions
- Volumes - Manage persistent storage for your applications
Add-ons​
Extend your applications with pre-configured add-ons like databases, caching systems, and monitoring tools.
Integrations​
Connect Canine with external services and tools to enhance your deployment workflow.
Getting Started​
If you're new to Canine, we recommend starting with the Getting Started guide to set up your first deployment. Once you're comfortable with the basics, return here to deepen your understanding of each component.
Key Features​
- Simple Cluster Management - Connect to any Kubernetes cluster with minimal configuration
- Project Organization - Group related services, workers, and resources together
- Persistent Storage - Easy volume management for stateful applications
- One-Click Add-ons - Deploy databases and other services with pre-configured settings
- Seamless Integrations - Connect with GitHub, monitoring tools, and more
Ready to explore? Start with Clusters to learn how Canine manages your Kubernetes infrastructure.