Introduction to WSO2 APK (API Platform for Kubernetes)

Introduction to WSO2 APK (API Platform for Kubernetes)

Sep 18, 2023

WSO2 APK (API Platform for Kubernetes) is an advanced API management solution designed specifically for Kubernetes environments. It offers organizations seamless integration, flexibility, and scalability in managing their APIs within Kubernetes deployments.

One of the key strengths of APK is its adherence to industry standards and its compatibility with the widely adopted Envoy gateway framework. By implementing the Gateway API, including Gateway and HTTPRoute, APK ensures that organizations can seamlessly manage their APIs in line with best practices. It also supports essential API management functionalities, such as rate limiting, authentication/authorization, and analytics/observability, utilizing Kubernetes Custom Resources (CRs) for configuration and management.

APK empowers organizations to efficiently manage their APIs within Kubernetes. It leverages the native features of Kubernetes, enabling automatic scaling and deployment of API gateways based on CPU utilization, memory usage, and other metrics. This dynamic scaling ensures optimal performance and resource allocation as API traffic fluctuates.

Furthermore, APK offers unparalleled flexibility and scalability. It supports both mutable and immutable gateways, allowing organizations to adapt their API management strategies to changing requirements. The microservices architecture of APK enables easy scaling and upgrades, ensuring that businesses can handle high API loads and seamlessly transition to newer versions.

As an open-source project, APK benefits from community contributions and continuous improvement. It offers comprehensive documentation, regular updates, and a supportive community, ensuring that organizations have the resources they need to maximize the potential of APIs within Kubernetes.

Visit the links below to learn more!

Product page : https://wso2.com/api-platform-for-k8s/
GitHub : https://github.com/wso2/apk
Discord : https://discord.com/channels/955510916064092180/1113056079501332541
Documentation : https://apk.docs.wso2.com/en/latest/