Kubernetes is an open-source platform for automating the deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications. It simplifies how applications run across different environments—whether on-premises, in the cloud, or hybrid setups—by efficiently distributing workloads, handling failures, and optimizing resource usage.

One common use case is orchestrating microservices-based applications, where multiple containers work together to deliver scalable and resilient services. Companies rely on Kubernetes to manage cloud-native applications, ensuring high availability, self-healing capabilities, and automated scaling without manual intervention.

As businesses continue adopting containerization (e.g., Docker), Kubernetes has become a crucial tool for efficient DevOps workflows, cloud computing, and enterprise-grade application management, making it a standard for modern software development.