Upgrading EKS clusters: from v1.23 to v1.30 — in-depth instructions

https://www.cncf.io/blog/2024/05/13/a-step-by-step-guide-to-securely-upgrading-your-eks-clusters/

1️⃣ Plan ahead: Regularly assess Kubernetes releases and upgrade in stages – development, staging, and production.
2️⃣ Control Plane & Data Plane sync: Ensure both are on the same Kubernetes version.
3️⃣ Tools & Automation: Utilize tools like Pluto and Nova for deprecated API checks and Helm releases.
4️⃣ AWS management: Leverage AWS's managed upgrade process for control planes but remember to manage your data plane.

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