Overview of Compute Templates
What are compute templates?
Compute templates are optional, predefined configurations specifying the scale and type of compute instances (node pools) needed for creating clusters. They enable developers to quickly set up self-service clusters with an optimal starting configuration, which they can further customise as necessary.
How do compute templates fit in with the rest of Wayfinder?
Compute templates are part of Wayfinder's broader process for creating Wayfinder-managed Kubernetes clusters, designed to simplify the developer self-service process. Below is a brief overview of the steps involved in creating a cluster provisioning specification, which Wayfinder then uses to provision the cluster.
Self-Service Cluster Creation Process
Administrators, workspace owners, or members initiate the self-service cluster creation process by specifying the cluster's provisioning specifications. These specifications can be used to provision the cluster directly via Wayfinder's CLI or User Interface, or indirectly through your CI pipeline.
Creating a Self-Service Cluster Provisioning Specification
Creating a cluster provisioning specification involves:
- Specifying a Cloud Access: This specification enables Wayfinder to access the cloud provider with the necessary permissions to manage and provision clusters.
- Specifying a Cluster Plan: A cluster plan includes:
- Cluster Network Plan: Outlines the network specification for cluster provisioning.
- Wayfinder Packages (Optional): Outlines the specification for each software/service that you want to use for bootstrapping the cluster during provisioning.
- Compute Templates (Optional): Pre-defined specifications for various compute instance (node pool) configurations, such as high-performance or low-cost options, to accelerate cluster creation in workspaces.
- Provisioning Policies: Enforces limits on self-service clusters such as cost restrictions, regions or permitted instance types.
This section focuses on compute templates.