Architecture Analysis: Map GDK components to Kubernetes deployment patterns

Context

GDK Core and application services are best to be decoupled in a Kubernetes setup for better fault tolerance and Scalability.

Objective

Conduct comprehensive analysis of current GDK architecture and map components to Kubernetes deployment patterns to inform cloud-native development environment design.

Therefore understanding these patterns helps determine:

• Resource requirements for each service
• Deployment complexity and dependencies
• Performance implications of containerization
• Development workflow integration points

Scope

• Map all GDK components to Kubernetes deployment patterns
• Identify dependencies and communication requirements between services
• Document architectural gaps and requirements

Architecture Considerations

• Dependencies: Which services need to communicate
• Data persistence: What needs persistent storage
• Scaling: Which components can scale horizontally
• Configuration: How to manage environment-specific settings
• Networking: Service discovery and communication patterns

Deliverables

• Component mapping document (GDK services → K8s resources)
• Dependency analysis and service communication requirements
• Architecture recommendations for cloud-native GDK

Acceptance Criteria

• All GDK services mapped to appropriate Kubernetes resources
• Inter-service dependencies clearly documented
• Technical recommendations documented with rationale