TSG IDS Connector Deployment Guide

Welcome to the TSG IDS Connector Deployment Guide! This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough for deploying and configuring the TSG IDS Connector tailored to the NTUA specifications as part of the Enershare project. Follow these steps to ensure a smooth setup and interaction with the connector.

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📖 Contents and Details

1️⃣ Home 🏠

Learn about:

• The purpose of the connector.
• Its role in the Enershare project.
• Key components involved in deployment.

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2️⃣ Requirements 📋

Check your system's compatibility:

• Operating System: Ubuntu.
• Tools like microk8s and Helm.
• Minimum software versions for deployment.

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3️⃣ Prerequisites ⚙️

Set up the environment by:

• Installing microk8s and enabling components like ingress and cert-manager.
• Configuring DNS.
• Preparing Helm for Kubernetes cluster management.

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4️⃣ Deployment 🚀

Deploy the TSG IDS Connector by:

1. Setting up Helm.
2. Modifying the values.yaml file to match your specifications.
3. Creating identity secrets.
4. Installing the Helm chart.

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5️⃣ Interacting 💬

Access and interact with your connector:

• Manage the connector through its UI.
• Exchange data programmatically using the OpenAPI.

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6️⃣ Cleanup 🧹

Remove the connector and its resources by:

• Deleting Helm releases and identity secrets.
• Cleaning up cluster issuers and other components.

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7️⃣ Artifacts 🗂️

Manage artifacts within the connector:

• Upload and configure access contracts.
• Oversee the artifact lifecycle using the app store.

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8️⃣ Links 🔗

Discover useful resources, including:

• Identity Providers.
• Metadata Brokers.
• Official guides and further reading.

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9️⃣ Persistent Storage Artifacts 💾

Ensure data durability by:

• Setting up Persistent Volume Claims (PVCs).
• Retaining artifacts even after container restarts.

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