1. Before you start: know what is changingKubernetes Dashboard and Headlamp both show what is running in a cluster, but they work differently. When Headlamp runs on the desktop, it uses your existing kubeconfig to connect to one or more clusters and can be extended with plugins. When Headlamp runs inside a cluster, it uses a Kubernetes ServiceAccount to access the API and follow RBAC rules. Kubernetes Dashboard, in contrast, only runs in-cluster and always relies on service account tokens. Understanding these models early helps you choose the right setup and permissions.

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A comprehensive step-by-step migration guide for moving from Kubernetes Dashboard to Headlamp. Covers key differences between the two tools (in-cluster vs desktop/multi-cluster model, token-based vs kubeconfig auth, forms vs YAML-based deployment), a pre-migration checklist, installation options for both desktop and in-cluster via Helm, authentication setup including OIDC, multi-cluster management, resource navigation including Map View, YAML-based deployments, debugging workflows (logs, exec, metrics, events), Dashboard removal and cleanup, and a post-migration verification checklist.

Kubernetes Dashboard to Headlamp: A Step-by-Step Guide

1. Before you start: know what is changing

3. Choose where Headlamp will run (desktop or in-cluster)

4. Install Headlamp (desktop and in-cluster)