Unikraft: Ultra-Lightweight Virtual Machines
Unikraft is an open-source Unikernel Development Kit with customizable OS/kernels for cloud-native apps. It offers modular components, supports various languages, and emphasizes performance, security, and energy efficiency.
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Unikraft is an open-source Unikernel Development Kit designed to power cloud-native applications by allowing users to customize and build custom OS/kernels for optimal performance, security, and efficiency. With over 100 libraries, 160 syscalls, and 25,000 configuration options, Unikraft offers a modular approach, enabling developers to select specific components for their applications. The platform supports various programming languages and frameworks, making it easy to run applications out-of-the-box. Unikraft boasts a small footprint, developer-friendly environment, and compatibility with ARM and ARM64 architectures, including Raspberry Pi. It is recognized for its research-backed design, performance, and security, with contributions from leading academic institutes and companies. Unikraft also emphasizes energy efficiency, consuming significantly less power compared to traditional operating systems like Alpine Linux and Raspbian. The platform provides a CLI tool for defining, configuring, building, and running unikernel applications, enhancing developer productivity. Additionally, Unikraft offers a VSCode extension for seamless integration and an opportunity to explore the platform without additional dependencies through GitHub Codespaces.
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