What is Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)?

Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) is Google Cloud's fully managed, production-ready service for deploying, managing, and scaling containerized applications using Kubernetes.

What do you need to run Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)?

System requirements, OS support, and hardware needs for Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE).

Operating system
CLICloud-based (Linux and Windows Server containers supported managed via web consoleor API from any OS)
Devices
Cloud/SaaSDesktop (via CLI/kubectl)Web browser

Programming languages

  • Go

Who should use Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)?

Target users, industries, and ideal use cases for Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE).

Industries
Cross-industry (technologyFinanceGaminghealthcaremediaretail

Frequently asked questions

Who should use Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)?

Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) is a strong fit for teams in Cross-industry (technology, Finance, Gaming and healthcare.

What do you need to run Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)?

To run Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), supported operating systems include CLI, Cloud-based (Linux and Windows Server containers supported managed via web console and or API from any OS); supported devices include Cloud/SaaS, Desktop (via CLI/kubectl) and Web browser.