Draft: Hyperv windows Harvester Test
The Context
Currently, we are operating a Kubernetes cluster in a Linux environment. However, the need to test our applications in a Windows environment has been identified. This is where Hyper-V Windows Harvester becomes relevant.
The Problem Statement
Our existing testing environment does not cater to Windows-based applications. We require a solution that enables us to test these applications in a Windows environment without the necessity of setting up an entirely new cluster.
Design
We can use Hyper-V to establish a Harvester HCI virtual machine (VM) on our current Windows desktop. Here’s a basic outline of the steps involved:
- Install Hyper-V on the Windows desktop.
- Create a new VM using Hyper-V.
- Install Harvester HCI on the new VM.
- Configure the Harvester HCI VM for our testing needs.
- Run tests on the Harvester HCI VM.
The Benefits
- Enables us to test Windows-based applications without the need for a separate Windows server.
- Conserves resources by using our existing infrastructure.
- Enhances our testing coverage and improves the quality of our software.
The Downsides
- Requires additional configuration and maintenance.
- Potential performance issues due to running a VM on top of the Windows desktop.
The Road Not Taken
We could have opted to set up a separate Windows server for testing. However, this would necessitate significant resources and may not be cost-effective.
The Infrequent Use Case
This setup might not be ideal if we need to run high-performance applications that demand all the resources of a dedicated server.
In Core and Done by Us
The implementation of this proposal will be carried out by our internal development team.
Status
Status: Obsolete — Harvester HCI/Hyper-V infrastructure not in current stack
Decision Makers
- V-Sekai development team