Glossary

etcd

A strongly-consistent key-value store for coordination (built on Raft).

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Definition

A strongly-consistent key-value store for coordination (built on Raft).

How it works

Kubernetes' brain — config, leader election, leases. Small and slow on purpose; not a data store.

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Common questions

What is etcd?

A strongly-consistent key-value store for coordination (built on Raft).

How does etcd work?

Kubernetes' brain — config, leader election, leases. Small and slow on purpose; not a data store.

What is etcd used for in system design?

Kubernetes' brain — config, leader election, leases. Small and slow on purpose; not a data store.

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