Overview
What is kubriX?
kubriX is an Internal Developer Platform (IDP) designed to streamline application delivery and platform operations on Kubernetes.
It provides a curated yet flexible set of building blocks (“bricks”) that integrate proven open-source tools into a cohesive, production-ready developer experience.
kubriX enables organizations to:
- Accelerate development cycles
- Standardize deployment workflows
- Improve collaboration between software supplier, developers, platform teams and security engineers
- Operate Kubernetes platforms with confidence
Key Features
- Easy to use, yet powerful – The application-centric platform portal puts all your apps, environments, and tools right at your fingertips.
- Cloud-Agnostic Deployment – Works with any CNCF-compliant Kubernetes distribution: metalstack.cloud, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or on-prem.
- Zero-Configuration Setup – Get started instantly with minimal manual steps.
- Modular “Bricks” Architecture & Auto-Bootstrapping – Select only the components you need; kubriX bootstraps them into a working platform automatically.
- Best-in-Class OSS Stack – Integrates leading open-source tools such as Argo CD, Backstage, Vault, and Grafana—pre-configured and maintained by kubriX.
- Kubernetes Virtualization & Multi-Tenancy – Self-service virtual machines and isolated environments out of the box.
- Developer Self-Service – Onboard teams and deploy applications via GitOps templates with traceable approvals and no ticketing overhead.
- Security & Compliance – Role-based access control, policy enforcement, secrets management, and audit logging built in.
- Cost Visibility & Management – Monitor and optimize resource usage to control spend.
When to use kubriX
kubriX is a good fit if you:
- Operate Kubernetes for multiple teams or applications
- Want to provide developers with self-service capabilities
- Need a consistent platform setup across environments (dev, staging, prod)
- Prefer open-source solutions over proprietary lock-in
- Need a self-service platform but don't have the budget or ressources to build it yourself
Architecture at a Glance
At its core, kubriX orchestrates a set of Kubernetes-native services, such as:
- ArgoCD (GitOps-Engine)
- Kargo (GitOps-Promotion)
- Ingress NGINX (Ingress controller)
- Keycloak (IAM)
- Vault and ESO (Secrets Management)
- Kyverno (Policy Management)
- Grafana LGTM (Observability)
- KubeCost (Cost Management)
- ... and many more
All components are pre-integrated but can be replaced or extended as needed.
kubriX Editions
| Edition | Description | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| kubriX Free | Free and open, core functionality for building an IDP | Start small, customize freely |
| kubriX Prime | Enterprise-grade edition with advanced features | Production-scale deployments, compliance needs |
| kubriX Select | Prime + add-ons on demand | special customized environment with special integration requirements |
For a full feature comparison, see Open Source vs. Prime.
How to Get Started
- Install locally using KinD for exploration
- Deploy in an empty test cluster with your own kubriX GitOps repo
- Integrate with your existing Kubernetes setup for real workloads
Documentation Structure
- Overview – What kubriX is and when to use it
- Installation – Step-by-step setup instructions
- Configuration – How to customize kubriX for your needs
- User Guide – How developers work with kubriX
- Administration Guide – How to operate, monitor, and maintain kubriX
- API & CLI Reference – Commands and endpoints
- Troubleshooting – Common issues and solutions
Community & Support
- Join the conversation in our Slack channel
- Report issues or request features on GitHub Issues
- Follow updates on the kubriX blog
kubriX — deliver software faster, with ease