WSO2 API Platform for Kubernetes (APK) is an enterprise-grade API management solution that seamlessly integrates with Kubernetes environments. It extends Kubernetes' capabilities to include comprehensive API management features, utilizing Envoy Proxy and adhering to the CNCF API Gateway specification. This platform is designed to simplify API management for developers and platform engineers while maintaining full compatibility with standard Kubernetes tools and practices.

Key Features

Kubernetes-Native Integration WSO2 APK extends Kubernetes' fundamental abstractions to the API world

• Custom resources for APIs, backends, applications, subscriptions, and policies
• Managed entirely through kubectl and standard Kubernetes tools

Developer-Friendly API Management Simplifies API creation and management using familiar tools and standards

• OpenAPI specification support for generating Kubernetes artifacts
• Declarative API configuration alongside other Kubernetes resources
• Intuitive UIs and command-line tools for API management

Flexible Deployment Options Supports various Kubernetes-based infrastructures for maximum portability

• Deployable on on-premises self-managed Kubernetes clusters
• Compatible with cloud Kubernetes clusters
• Supports Kubernetes flavors managed by major cloud vendors

Benefits

Enhanced API Governance Provides robust API management capabilities within Kubernetes environments

• Centralized control plane for enhanced governance
• Developer portals for improved API discoverability and documentation
• Seamless integration with WSO2 API Manager for comprehensive management features

Improved Observability Leverages Kubernetes native features for comprehensive monitoring and logging

• Easy integration with Kubernetes ecosystem observability tools
• Centralized dashboard for monitoring usage across different clusters or regions
• Distributed tracing and log aggregation capabilities

Scalable and Efficient Architecture Designed for optimal performance in dynamic digital landscapes

• Decentralized architecture for independent scaling of components
• Efficient resource utilization in Kubernetes environments
• Support for multi-cloud and multi-region API management