This project is an automated reverse proxy and load balancer designed for containerized environments. It functions by monitoring container lifecycle events through the container runtime API, allowing it to dynamically generate and update web server configurations in real time as services start, stop, or change their network status.
The system distinguishes itself through its ability to orchestrate proxy processes without dropping active connections, ensuring continuous availability during configuration updates. It utilizes a template-based engine to map container metadata to routing logic, enabling complex traffic distribution across multiple service instances based on hostnames or URL path prefixes.
Beyond core routing, the project provides a comprehensive suite of traffic management and security capabilities. It handles SSL and TLS termination at the proxy layer to offload cryptographic overhead from backend services and supports automated certificate management. Additionally, it enforces network access controls and client authentication to secure services within isolated environments.
The software is configured through environment variables, container labels, and external configuration files, providing flexibility for diverse application requirements.
