This course will give you a strong operating knowledge of Kubernetes, including how to deploy a containerized application and manipulating resources via the API.
Training Course
Kubernetes Fundamentals (LFS258)
Who Is It For
This course is ideal for those wishing to manage a containerized application infrastructure. This includes existing IT administrators, as well as those looking to start a cloud career.
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What You’ll Learn
This course will teach you how to use the container management platform used by companies like Google to manage their application infrastructure. You will learn how to install and configure a production-grade Kubernetes cluster, from network configuration to upgrades to making deployments available via services. The course also distills key principles, such as pods, deployments, replicasets, and services, and will give you enough information so that you can start using Kubernetes on your own.
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What It Prepares You For
This course is designed as preparation for the Kubernetes Certified Administrator (CKA) Exam, and will substantially increase students' ability to become certified.
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Chapter 1. Course Introduction
Chapter 2. Basics of Kubernetes
Chapter 3. Installation and Configuration
Chapter 4. Kubernetes Architecture
Chapter 5. APIs and Access
Chapter 6. API Objects
Chapter 7. Managing State with Deployments
Chapter 8. Volumes and Data
Chapter 9. Services
Chapter 10. Helm
Chapter 11. Ingress
Chapter 12. Scheduling
Chapter 13. Logging and Troubleshooting
Chapter 14. Custom Resource Definitions
Chapter 15. Security
Chapter 16. High Availability
Chapter 17. Exam Domain Review
Bundle this course and the exam to save $100
Prerequisites
- Linux concepts and command line – We recommend Introduction to Linux, a free edX course
- Package managers
- Git and GitHub
- We recommend Introduction to Kubernetes, a free edX course, as a good start for your Kubernetes journey
Lab Info
If using a cloud provider like GCP or AWS, you should be able to complete the lab exercises using the free tier or credits provided to you. However, you may incur charges if you exceed the credits initially allocated by the cloud provider.
Sep 2022
I liked that not only did it cover the material required for the CKA exam, but also included detailed history and evolution of Kubernetes as well. I did the container fundamentals course right before this one, and they flowed together nicely.
Sep 2022
This course provides a good balance between theory and practice; easy to follow for a self-paced module.
Sep 2022
I like that it also gives links to more information about other subjects, in case more details/ explanations are needed to understand a chapter.
Aug 2022
I think it touches every aspect of Kubernetes in a simple yet effective way.
Jul 2022
The combination of theory and hands-on, with a focus on the latter. This helped to understand and manage Kubernetes.
$299
Course only
$595
Course + Exam
Online, Self Paced
35 Hours of Course Material
Hands-on Labs & Assignments 1
Video Content
12 Months of Access to Online Course
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