- Introduced a suite of pytest-based integration tests for Kubernetes using `kind`.
- Automated local installation of dependencies (`kind`, `kubectl`, and `helm`) when missing.
- Implemented fixtures for Kubernetes resource management and TLS secrets.
- Added end-to-end tests for HTTP and HTTPS ingress functionality.
- Introduced new IngressClass resource in Helm templates to define `easyhaproxy` as the default ingress class.
- Updated Kubernetes examples to replace `easyhaproxy-ingress` with `easyhaproxy` as the ingress class name.
- Enhanced processor logic to support both the new `spec.ingressClassName` field and the deprecated `kubernetes.io/ingress.class` annotation.
- Revised documentation to reflect the changes and ensure alignment with Kubernetes recommendations.
- Updated all references from `4.6.0` to `5.0.0` in Docker, Kubernetes, and Swarm configurations, as well as Helm chart and documentation.
- Updated `RELEASE.md` with new version history and highlights.
- Aligned all deployment examples and documentation with the new version to ensure consistency.
- Consolidated and simplified Swarm example README to focus on YAML header comments for documentation.
- Removed redundant and extended sections, replacing with concise steps for getting started.
- Standardized YAML headers across `easyhaproxy.yml`, `services.yml`, and `portainer.yml` with a clearer and more readable format.
- Enhanced user guidance for deployment, setup requirements, verification, and cleanup.
- Added `generate-keys.sh` script to automate the generation of SSL certificates and JWT keys for testing.
- Updated examples and documentation across Docker, Kubernetes, Swarm, and static directories to include instructions for running the script.
- Removed hardcoded .pem files and replaced with dynamically generated keys and certificates.
- Emphasized testing-only usage of self-signed certificates.
- Introduced multiple detailed plugin examples for Cloudflare IP restoration, IP whitelisting, JWT validation, and combined usage.
- Added configurations for `docker-compose`, `Kubernetes`, and `Swarm` showcasing individual and multi-plugin use cases.
- Included clear prerequisites, setup steps, and testing procedures for each example.
- Documented advanced scenarios like path blocking, custom IP lists, and JWT validation for production environments.
- Added detailed `README.md` files with step-by-step instructions for Docker Compose, Kubernetes, Swarm, and static configuration examples.
- Included use cases for SSL setup, Let's Encrypt integration, load balancing, and advanced features like plugins and path-based routing.
- Documented environment variables, service labels, and troubleshooting tips across all examples.
- Enhanced examples with clear testing guidelines, SSL certificate generation steps, and debugging workflows.
