Understanding How Kubernetes and the Erlang VM Interact

This article by José Valim delves into the similarities and differences between Kubernetes and the Erlang VM, particularly in the context of Elixir. Valim explains that while both systems use terms like 'self-healing' and 'fault tolerance,' they operate at different layers: Kubernetes at the cluster level and the Erlang VM at the language level. The article discusses how these systems handle self-healing, service discovery, and fault tolerance, emphasizing that they can complement each other. Valim also addresses deployment strategies, explaining that while Kubernetes uses automated rollouts, the Erlang VM supports hot code swapping, though it is often complex to implement. The article further explores how Erlang/Elixir applications manage configurations and resource provisioning within Kubernetes. Valim concludes by encouraging users to leverage both technologies for robust, scalable systems.