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Using Init Containers in Kubernetes
Init containers are a great way to customize container startup. This lab will allow you to test your knowledge of init containers by using them to solve problems in an existing Kubernetes cluster.

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Challenge
Create a Sample Pod That Uses an Init Container to Delay Startup
You will find a simple pod descriptor on the control plane server at
/home/cloud_user/pod.yml
. Modify this pod descriptor to add an init container that will delay startup ifshipping-svc
cannot be located usingnslookup
. Then, create the pod.Note: Please use BusyBox 1.27. Newer releases may encounter complications with nslookup.
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Challenge
Test Your Setup by Creating the Service and Verifying the Pod Starts Up
Apply the deployment descriptor for the
shipping-svc
found at/home/cloud_user/shipping-svc.yml
. Watch the status of your pod. If you set it up correctly, you should see the pod complete startup once the service becomes available.
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