What Is Reverse Proxy?
A server that sits in front of CDE workspaces and forwards client requests to the appropriate backend.
Definition
A server that sits in front of CDE workspaces and forwards client requests to the appropriate backend.
CDE platforms use reverse proxies (like Traefik, Caddy, or NGINX) to handle TLS termination, authentication, subdomain routing, and load balancing for workspace connections, enabling secure access without exposing individual workspace ports.
Where This Fits
This term is covered in depth on CDE Network Security.
Network security guide for cloud development environments: VPC design, zero-trust architecture, firewall rules, Kubernetes network policies, and egress control.
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