Getting Started

The Layer5 Cloud provides a centralized management plane for your cloud-native infrastructure. This guide will help you set up your account and deploy your first design.

Prerequisites 🔗

Before you begin, ensure you have the following:

• A Layer5 Cloud account.
• A running Kubernetes cluster (local or cloud-based).
• Meshery installed and connected to your cluster.

Installation and Setup 🔗

Layer5 Cloud functions as a Remote Provider for Meshery. To get started:

1. Log in: Navigate to your Meshery UI (usually http://localhost:9081).
2. Select Provider: On the login screen, select Layer5 Cloud from the provider dropdown.
3. Authenticate: You will be redirected to the Layer5 Cloud authentication page. Log in with your preferred identity provider (GitHub, Google, etc.).

Core Workflow 🔗

Once authenticated, you can begin organizing your infrastructure using the following hierarchy:

• Organizations: Create an Organization to manage your teams and billing.
• Workspaces: Group your projects and resources logically.
• Environments: Map your Kubernetes clusters to specific environments (e.g., Staging, Production).

Try it out! 🔗

To verify your setup, try deploying a sample design:

1. Navigate to the Designs section in the sidebar.
2. Click on Import and select a sample pattern from the Meshery Catalog.
3. Click Deploy and select your target Environment.

Need Help? 🔗

If you run into issues during setup, join our Slack Community or check the Troubleshooting Guide.