cert-manager/cmctl

`cmctl` is the command line utility that makes cert-manager'ing easier.

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cert-manager/cmctl has 100+ stars and 20+ forks on GitHub, is written in Go, and was last pushed on Oct 18, 2026. Data as of Oct 19, 04:32 UTC. Signed-in members get hourly updates — create a free account.

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Type:CLI ToolCategory(s):Kubernetes & Operators CLI Utilities Cloud Native & Infrastructure

Added to GitGenius on October 15th, 2026

Created on January 12th, 2024

Open Issues & Pull Requests: 5 (+0)

GitHub issues: Enabled

Number of forks: 24

Total Stargazers: 109 (+0)

Total Subscribers: 4 (+0)

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Detailed Description

cmctl is a command line utility that helps manage cert-manager and its resources within Kubernetes clusters.

The tool addresses the operational challenge of managing certificate lifecycle and cert-manager configuration through kubectl-style commands. Rather than requiring direct interaction with Kubernetes manifests or API calls, cmctl provides a dedicated interface for common cert-manager tasks, making cluster certificate management more accessible and efficient for operators.

The tool suits teams already running cert-manager who want streamlined command line access to certificate operations and diagnostics. It integrates with standard shell completion for bash, zsh, fish, and other popular shells, reducing friction in daily workflows. Installation is straightforward through multiple channels including Homebrew, Go install, or manual binary placement.

The project maintains independent versioning from cert-manager itself, allowing the tool to evolve on its own release schedule. Development activity shows consistent engagement with the codebase, regular updates to address operational needs, and active maintenance of the release infrastructure documented in the repository.