Advanced Kubernetes

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Advanced Kubernetes

This course is part of Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) Specialization

Instructor: LearnKartS

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

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4 hours to complete

3 weeks at 1 hour a week

Flexible schedule

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete

3 weeks at 1 hour a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Learn how to deploy applications and manage namespaces in Kubernetes for organized and isolated environments.
Understand the use of labels, selectors, and DaemonSets for efficient resource grouping and scheduling.
Gain knowledge about Kubernetes Volumes, ConfigMaps, Secrets, and Jobs for storage, configuration management, and task scheduling.
Learn Kubernetes scaling techniques, rolling updates, rollbacks, and resource management for optimal performance and stability.

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There are 2 modules in this course

Welcome to the Advanced Kubernetes course!

The course aligns with the Certified Kubernetes Application Developer certification exam preparation. This course delves into sophisticated aspects of Kubernetes, covering advanced topics such as cluster configuration, security, performance optimization, and automation. This course will enhance your expertise in managing complex, large-scale, and production-grade Kubernetes environments. The course is specifically designed for developers, software engineers, and DevOps professionals who work with Kubernetes and want to showcase their skills in deploying and managing applications This course needs a good understanding of Linux and a comprehensive knowledge of Kubernetes and container concepts. By the end of this course, learners will: - Gain a deep understanding of advanced Kubernetes concepts and techniques. - Acquire hands-on experience with configuring Kubernetes clusters and managing resilient applications using best practices. - Explore optimization techniques for enhancing the performance and reliability of Kubernetes deployments. - Develop the skills needed to effectively orchestrate scalable and resilient applications in dynamic computing environments. This course contains engaging videos, readings, and knowledge checks for a high-quality learning experience.

This module focuses on advanced Kubernetes deployment strategies, along with configuration management. By the end of this module, learners will be able to efficiently manage and operate Kubernetes environments for deploying and scaling applications.

What's included

15 videos2 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt

15 videosTotal 89 minutes

Deploying Kubernetes Application9 minutesPreview module
DEMO: Deployment5 minutes
Kubernetes Namespace6 minutes
DEMO: Namespace PodInNamespace4 minutes
Kubernetes Labels and Selectors8 minutes
DEMO: Labels Sectors6 minutes
Kubernetes DaemonSets3 minutes
DEMO: DaemonSet5 minutes
Kubernetes Volumes6 minutes
Kubernetes Jobs and Cron Jobs7 minutes
DEMO: Job3 minutes
DEMO: CronJob3 minutes
Kubernetes ConfigMaps and Secrets7 minutes
DEMO: ConfigMap3 minutes
DEMO: Secret4 minutes

2 readingsTotal 6 minutes

Introduction and Syllabus2 minutes
Advanced Kubernetes Deployment Strategies4 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Kubernetes Implementation and Its Cluster Optimization Techniques24 minutes
Deploying and Managing Applications in Kubernetes12 minutes
Orchestrating Apps with Kubernetes Controllers12 minutes
Managing Configurations Securely12 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

Importance of Kubernetes Implementation10 minutes

This module covers scaling applications manually and automatically, managing rolling updates, performing rollbacks, and configuring resource reservations. By end of the module, participants will scale applications and understand Kubernetes advanced features.

What's included

6 videos1 reading3 assignments1 discussion prompt

6 videosTotal 40 minutes

Kubernetes Scaling5 minutesPreview module
Kubernetes Autoscaling5 minutes
DEMO: Kubernetes Scaling and Kubernetes Cluster17 minutes
Kubernetes Rolling Updates4 minutes
Kubernetes RollBack2 minutes
Kubernetes Pod CPU and Memory Reservations4 minutes

1 readingTotal 2 minutes

Course Synopsis2 minutes

3 assignmentsTotal 63 minutes

Advanced Kubernetes Management30 minutes
Kubernetes Autoscaling and Resource Management12 minutes
Analyzing Kubernetes Resource Utilization21 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

Achieving Optimal Performance and Availability 10 minutes

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LearnKartS

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Frequently asked questions

This course requires a solid understanding of basic Kubernetes concepts. Familiarity with Kubernetes architecture, deployment, services, and basic troubleshooting is essential. Prior experience with Docker and command-line interface (CLI) usage, which is covered in the second course " Kubernetes Fundamentals " belonging to the "Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKAD)" specialization.

By providing advanced skills that are in high demand, this course can make you more competitive in the job market. The course can help prepare you for advanced certifications, which are highly regarded by employers. Networking opportunities can lead to job referrals and professional connections.

Yes, a course completion certificate is allocated upon completing all graded assignments present in the Advanced Kubernetes.

Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:

The course may not offer an audit option. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid.
The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.

When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.

Advanced Kubernetes

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Details to know

See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills

Build your subject-matter expertise

Earn a career certificate

There are 2 modules in this course

Kubernetes Implementation and Its Cluster Optimization Techniques

What's included