Welcome
OpenControlPlane is a platform that lets you create and manage Kubernetes-based control planes for your teams. Think of it as a way to deliver cloud services to your organization—everything from databases and message queues to CI/CD pipelines and monitoring tools—all through a unified Kubernetes API.
Requires a deployed OpenControlPlane platform. Operators: see setup guide → verify setup.
What You'll Learn
This guide will help you understand and use OpenControlPlane effectively:
Getting Started
Learn the basics of working with OpenControlPlane:
- Onboarding - Create your first project and workspace
- Connect - Access your control plane
- Configure - Set up services and resources
Core Concepts
Understand the building blocks:
- Managed Control Plane - Your dedicated Kubernetes API server
- Projects & Workspaces - Organize teams and environments
- Service Providers - Deploy services like Crossplane or Landscaper
Ecosystem
Explore the open-source projects that power OpenControlPlane, including Kubernetes, Crossplane, Gardener, and Landscaper.
Quick Navigation
Need Help?
- Community: Join our community hub to connect with other users
- GitHub: Report issues or browse repositories at openmcp-project
- Support: Check the contributing guide for ways to get help
Ready to get started? Head to the onboarding guide to create your first control plane.