How to build a workflow around kubernetes and microservices?

Question

Service Oriented Architecture

Hello, what does a successful flow look like when working with kubernetes and microservices. In theory, my last flow was like this. I download the repository, it has a docker file, I run it locally, make changes and push it back. Now microservices are added, which in the production run on a cuber, and not 1 monolith, and I want to immediately test how they work together (maybe not all at once, well, 3 pieces), what then? Should I download each repository and run local containers for them manually passing all the variables to connect them with each other, or is it easier to install minikube locally and deploy everything there at once? How is it generally done? Please help knowledgeable people. PS Perhaps I need to use telepresence or skaffold?

Answer 1

I'm in favor of one of two options:
- minikube or another local K8S
- K8S in the cloud where the developer (i.e. CI) deploys all the components. Everyone has their own namespace, for example.

Answer 2

If about local deployment, then I use
https://www.docker.com/products/docker-desktop