Orchestr8 Core Concepts
Understanding the fundamental concepts behind Orchestr8's architecture and operation.
Overview
Orchestr8 is built around several key concepts that work together to provide a comprehensive GitOps platform:
- GitOps Fundamentals - Understanding GitOps principles
- Module System - How applications are packaged and deployed
- Security Model - Security-first architecture principles
- Environments - Managing multiple deployment environments
Key Principles
🔄 GitOps Native
All configuration is stored in Git and automatically synced to your cluster.
🔒 Security by Default
Every component is designed with security best practices built in.
🎯 Developer Experience
Simple CLI tools that hide complexity while providing full control.
🏗️ Extensible
Modular architecture that grows with your needs.
Quick Reference
| Concept | Description | Learn More |
|---|---|---|
| Modules | Application packages with dependencies | Module System |
| Environments | Isolated deployment targets | Environments |
| GitOps | Git-based configuration management | GitOps Fundamentals |
| Security | Zero-trust networking and RBAC | Security Model |