Helm
February 22, 2026
What it is
Helm packages Kubernetes manifests into charts (templated YAML). Install, upgrade, and roll back with helm install/upgrade/rollback. Hub hosts community charts.
Usage
Deploy apps to K8s; parameterize with values; reuse and share charts; manage release history.
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Standard for K8s packaging | Templating can get complex |
| Large chart ecosystem | Some charts outdated |
| Versioning and rollback | |
| Integrates with CI/GitOps |
Alternatives
Kustomize (no templating), raw manifests. Why Helm: Need parameterized, reusable K8s packages and release management.
Links
- Homepage: https://helm.sh/
- Documentation: https://helm.sh/docs/
- Source: https://github.com/helm/helm