Learn FLUXCD-GITOPS with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 27, 2025
Performance Notes
Use appropriate reconciliation intervals for frequent updates
Leverage caching for large manifests
Limit resource-intensive controllers for small clusters
Optimize Git repository structure for faster polling
Monitor controller CPU/memory usage
Security Notes
Use SSH keys or HTTPS tokens for Git access
Encrypt secrets with SOPS or sealed-secrets
Limit permissions for service accounts
Enable TLS and authentication for multi-cluster setups
Audit Git commits and Flux events for security compliance
Monitoring Analytics
Reconciliation logs
Drift detection metrics
Controller performance metrics
Deployment and rollout success rates
Notifications on cluster state changes
Code Quality
Validate manifests using `kubectl` and `helm lint`
Use Git reviews and CI for changes
Document Kustomization and HelmRelease resources
Version control all cluster configuration
Audit automated updates for compliance