How Base64 Encoding Works?
In my everyday work with Kubernetes, I often encounter Kubernetes secrets containing strings of seemingly random characters ending with equal signs. These are Base64 encoded texts. This made me curious: What exactly is Base64 encoding, and how does it work its magic? So, one day, I decided to learn how Base64 actually works. It turns out to be a pretty simple process where the data (normal text and numbers) are converted into a special format that machines can easily read and use. Even though it’s not super secure like encryption, it’s really handy for keeping things organized and safe in places like Kubernetes. ...