Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Online Course
Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Online Course
Kubernetes is one of the most powerful and widely used container orchestration tools. This course will guide you through the fundamental concepts and advanced skills needed to be a proficient Kubernetes administrator. You will begin by understanding the essential principles of microservices and containerization, diving into Docker architecture, and learning how containers and Kubernetes work together. The course covers key differences between Kubernetes and Docker Swarm, Docker orchestration, and how containers are managed with Kubernetes.
Evaluation
- Throughout the course, you will gain a hands-on understanding of Kubernetes Pods, Deployments, ReplicaSets, and Persistent Volumes.
- You will also explore ConfigMaps, CronJobs, Secrets, DaemonSets, labels, and other Kubernetes features.
- By the end of this course, you will have the knowledge and skills to design and deploy cloud-native applications on a Kubernetes cluster.
Key Benefits
- Gain expertise in Kubernetes architecture and its relationship with containers.
- Learn how to manage Kubernetes pods, deployments, replica sets, and persistent volumes.
- Develop skills to design, deploy, and manage cloud-native applications on Kubernetes clusters.
Skills Required
- A basic understanding of containers and Docker.
- Familiarity with virtualization concepts.
- Basic knowledge of Linux and system administration.
Knowledge Gained
- Microservices and Containerization: Understand the importance of microservices and the concept of containerization, and how it helps in modern application development.
- Docker Fundamentals: Learn Docker architecture, container deployment, and orchestration tools like Docker Swarm.
- Kubernetes Fundamentals: Master the key components of Kubernetes including nodes, pods, deployments, replica sets, and persistent volumes.
- Application Deployment on Kubernetes: Learn how to deploy applications on Kubernetes clusters and scale them as needed.
- Cloud-Native Application Design: Develop cloud-native applications using Kubernetes, ensuring optimal resource utilization and scalability.
- Configuration Management: Understand how to use ConfigMaps, CronJobs, Secrets, and other Kubernetes objects to manage configurations and automate tasks.
Who should take the Course?
This course is best suited for:
- Software Developers and Software Engineers who want to improve their understanding of container orchestration and Kubernetes.
- System Administrators, Linux Administrators, and Cloud Administrators looking to enhance their skills in managing cloud-native applications.
- Professionals with a background in Docker and Containers who want to deepen their knowledge of Kubernetes.
- Learners with an undergraduate degree or high school diploma and a solid understanding of containerization concepts.
Course Outline
The Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Online Course covers the following topics -
Domain 1. Introduction to Microservices and Containers
- Overview of course and learning objectives.
- The need for microservices and the role of containers.
- Introduction to Docker and containerization.
- Overview of Docker architecture and use cases.
- Differences between Docker and Virtualization.
- How Docker serves as a foundation for Kubernetes.
Domain 2. Docker Basics
- Docker installation on Ubuntu using different methods.
- Managing Docker containers: Starting, stopping, naming containers.
- Docker networks and container deployment.
Domain 3. Docker Orchestration
- Orchestration concepts and Docker Swarm features.
- Comparing Docker Swarm with Kubernetes.
- Docker Compose for container management.
- Web application deployment with Docker.
Domain 4. Overview of Kubernetes
- Introduction to Kubernetes and its relationship with containers.
- Kubernetes architecture: Master and node components.
- Deployment strategies using pods and containers.
Domain 5. Kubernetes Deployment
- Setting up virtual machines and Minikube.
- Installing and configuring Kubernetes tools: Kubectl, Dashboard.
Domain 6. Kubernetes Pods, Deployments, and Replica Sets
- YAML configuration files.
- Managing Kubernetes objects imperatively.
- Managing pods, deployments, replica sets, and services in Kubernetes.
Domain 7. Kubernetes Networking and Storage
- Networking concepts in Kubernetes and Kubernetes networking architecture.
- Managing volumes and persistent volumes in Kubernetes.
- Understanding the lifecycle of persistent volumes.
Domain 8. Kubernetes Implementation
- Deploying applications on Kubernetes clusters.
- Working with namespaces, labels, and selectors.
- Using DaemonSets, Jobs, CronJobs, ConfigMaps, and Secrets.
What you will learn?
- In-depth understanding of Kubernetes and its core components.
- Skills to design, deploy, and manage applications using Kubernetes Pods, Deployments, and ReplicaSets.
- Expertise in scaling Kubernetes applications and using auto-scaling.
- Hands-on experience with persistent storage and managing persistent volumes in Kubernetes.
- Working knowledge of advanced Kubernetes objects like ConfigMaps, CronJobs, and DaemonSets.
