Minikube is a tool for running a local Kubernetes cluster on macOS, and this guide demonstrates how to install and use Minikube with the rootless Podman driver on an ARM-based MacBook. It includes step-by-step instructions for installing Podman and Minikube using Homebrew, configuring the Podman machine, and starting the Minikube environment. Additionally, the article provides useful commands for managing Minikube and interacting with Kubernetes applications.