AKS Lens extension Resource Map Visualiser

 LensApp Extensions

Lens is a powerful Kubernetes IDE that provides a user-friendly interface for managing and interacting with Kubernetes clusters. Extensions enhance Lens by adding new features, visualizations, and integrations. Here are some notable Lens extensions:

1. Resource Map Extension:

   • Description: The Resource Map extension displays Kubernetes resources and their relationships as a real-time force-directed graph.

   • GitHub Repository: You can find the extension’s code and documentation on its GitHub repository.

   • Installation:

     • For Lens 5 and above:

       1. Install Lens (if not already installed).

       2. Open the Extensions view (CMD+SHIFT+E on macOS) in Lens.

       3. Enter @nevalla/kube-resource-map into the Install Extension box.

       4. Click the Install button.

     • For Lens 4:

       1. Install Lens (if not already installed).

       2. Download version 0.2.0 tarball from the repository.

       3. Open the Extensions view in Lens.

       4. Select the tarball file from your filesystem.

       5. Click the Install button.

   • Features:

     • Real-time visualization of Kubernetes resources (pods, services, deployments, etc.) and their connections.

     • Helps identify dependencies, bottlenecks, and potential issues.

     • Provides an intuitive way to explore your cluster’s architecture.

   • Usage:

     • Once installed, open Lens and navigate to the Resource Map extension.

     • Explore the graph, zoom in/out, and click on nodes to view details.

     • Customize the display by filtering resources or adjusting settings.

   • Updates: The extension is actively maintained, with periodic releases. Check the releases page for the latest updates¹.

2. GKE Sync Extension:

   • Automatically syncs Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) projects and clusters with Lens.

   • Simplifies management of GKE resources within Lens.

3. Debug Pods Extension:

   • Allows easy debugging of pods directly from the Lens menu.

Remember to explore other Lens extensions as well! They can significantly enhance your Kubernetes management experience. 😊

Feel free to ask if you need further details or have any other questions! 🚀

References:

1. Releases · nevalla/lens-resource-map-extension · GitHub 

2. nevalla/lens-resource-map-extension: Lens - GitHub 

3. GitHub - lensapp/lens-extensions: List of Lens Extensions