fluxcd / flux2-kustomize-helm-example

Contributing to fluxcd/flux2-kustomize-helm-example

This guide outlines how to contribute to the fluxcd/flux2-kustomize-helm-example project.

Prerequisites

  1. Familiarity with the project: Ensure you understand the project’s goals, structure, and the technologies involved.
  2. Git and GitHub: You need a basic understanding of Git for version control and GitHub for code hosting and collaboration.
  3. Kubernetes and Flux: Familiarity with Kubernetes and Flux is crucial for contributing effectively.
  4. Shell scripting: The project uses shell scripting, so basic knowledge is required.
  5. kubectl: The Kubernetes command-line tool is necessary to interact with your clusters.

Setting up the Development Environment

  1. Clone the Repository:
git clone https://github.com/fluxcd/flux2-kustomize-helm-example.git
  1. Install Flux CLI:
make install-flux
  1. Set Up Clusters:
  • Configure kubectl contexts: Use kubectl config use-context <cluster-name> to switch between clusters.
  • Bootstrap Flux:
# For staging cluster
flux bootstrap github --context=staging --owner=<your-username> --repository=<repository-name> --branch=main --personal --path=clusters/staging

# For production cluster
flux bootstrap github --context=production --owner=<your-username> --repository=<repository-name> --branch=main --personal --path=clusters/production
  • You can adapt this for additional clusters by replacing <cluster-name>.
  1. Reconcile Kustomizations:
flux reconcile kustomization flux-system --context=<cluster-name> --with-source

This command triggers Flux to deploy workloads on the specified cluster.

Contributing Types

  1. Bug Fixes: If you encounter a bug, identify the cause, and provide a fix, consider submitting a pull request.
  2. Feature Enhancements: Suggest new features or improvements to the project, create an issue, and discuss the implementation details.
  3. Documentation: Enhance existing documentation or create new documentation for any new feature or functionality.
  4. Testing: Write tests for new features or improve existing tests for better code coverage.

Contribution Process

  1. Fork the repository: Create a fork of the fluxcd/flux2-kustomize-helm-example repository on GitHub.
  2. Create a new branch: Create a new branch in your fork for your changes.
  3. Make changes: Implement your bug fix, feature, or documentation update.
  4. Run tests: Ensure your changes pass all tests.
  5. Commit your changes: Commit your changes with a clear and concise commit message.
  6. Push your branch: Push your branch to your fork on GitHub.
  7. Open a pull request: Submit a pull request to the fluxcd/flux2-kustomize-helm-example repository.
  8. Discuss and review: Collaborate with the maintainers on the changes you made, address any feedback, and ensure the pull request meets the project’s standards.

Getting Help

  1. Read the project’s README: The README provides valuable information about the project and how to get started.
  2. Search existing issues: Check if someone has already reported your problem or requested the feature you are working on.
  3. Open a new issue: If you cannot find an existing issue, create a new issue to discuss your question or request.

Remember to be respectful and collaborative in your interactions with the project maintainers and other contributors.