skaffold
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Description:
Easy and Repeatable Kubernetes Development
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 2.17.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Nov 14, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Devops
Tags: kubernetes devops ci-cd containerization cloud-native
Install: brew install skaffold
About:
Skaffold is a command-line tool that facilitates continuous development for Kubernetes applications. It automates the workflow of building, pushing, and deploying containerized code, while enabling rapid local iteration. By managing the development pipeline, it allows developers to see changes reflected in their cluster almost instantly.
Key Features:
  • Automatic container building and image tagging
  • Seamless deployment to local or remote Kubernetes clusters
  • Hot reloading for fast development feedback loops
  • Support for multiple container build tools (Jib, Buildpacks, Kaniko)
Use Cases:
  • Streamlining the inner development loop for Kubernetes apps
  • Standardizing CI/CD pipelines across development teams
  • Rapid prototyping and debugging of microservices
Alternatives:
  • Tilt – Focuses heavily on local Kubernetes development with a strong UI and team-oriented features.
  • DevSpace – Offers similar real-time sync capabilities but is deeply integrated with the Loft ecosystem.
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