Kubernetes: Build, Configure & Troubleshoot Clusters

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Kubernetes: Build, Configure & Troubleshoot Clusters

This course is part of Kubernetes Mastery: Build, Deploy & Troubleshoot Apps Specialization

Instructor: EDUCBA

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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6 hours to complete

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

13 reviews

6 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Configure and manage Kubernetes clusters on AWS and Minikube.
Deploy, scale, and troubleshoot containerized applications.
Evaluate and optimize Kubernetes architecture for performance.

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8 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 2 modules in this course

By the end of this Kubernetes Training, learners will be able to identify Kubernetes components, explain cluster architecture, configure clusters on AWS, set up environments with Kubeadm, and apply troubleshooting techniques using Minikube. This course is designed to move beyond theory, providing hands-on demonstrations that empower learners to create, manage, and scale containerized applications in both cloud and local environments.

Learners will benefit from completing this course by gaining practical, job-ready skills essential for DevOps engineers, cloud administrators, and software developers seeking to excel in container orchestration. Through step-by-step guidance, participants will confidently build clusters, join worker nodes, troubleshoot failures, and test deployments in real-world scenarios. What makes this course unique is its modular structure that bridges fundamentals with advanced practices, combining AWS-based cluster management with local experimentation via Minikube. Each lesson is designed with clear learning objectives rooted in Bloom’s Taxonomy, ensuring learners not only understand Kubernetes but can also demonstrate, configure, and evaluate it effectively in professional contexts.

This module introduces learners to the fundamentals of Kubernetes, covering its core components, architecture, and major concepts. It builds a strong foundation by exploring the basics of container orchestration and gradually transitions into understanding cluster creation and management on AWS. Learners will gain a practical introduction that sets the stage for advanced Kubernetes training.

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9 videos4 assignments

9 videosTotal 94 minutes

Introduction to Course13 minutes
Kubernet Training10 minutes
Kubernates Components13 minutes
Kubenates Archi5 minutes
Kubenates Major Concept11 minutes
Steps and Instance Creation12 minutes
Cluster on AWS12 minutes
Kubernates Cluster Creation5 minutes
Kubernates Cluster Deletion11 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Graded - Getting Started with Kubernetes30 minutes
Course Kickoff and Fundamentals10 minutes
Architecture and Core Concepts10 minutes
Clusters on AWS10 minutes

This module equips learners with hands-on skills to configure, manage, and troubleshoot Kubernetes clusters in both cloud and local environments. Starting with AWS cluster management, it progresses into Kubeadm-based setup, troubleshooting practices, and the use of Minikube for local deployments. Learners will master cluster configuration, worker node management, and practical troubleshooting to strengthen real-world Kubernetes expertise.

What's included

12 videos4 assignments

12 videosTotal 108 minutes

Ec2 Management Node Creation12 minutes
Configuring K8s Cluster on AWS12 minutes
k8s Cluster Creation5 minutes
k8s-Cluster Deletion11 minutes
Installation Pre - Requiste and Documentation12 minutes
Setting up Ubuntu Instances for Kubeadm11 minutes
Cluster Setup on Master7 minutes
Worker node Joining it Cluster9 minutes
Issues Troubleshooting and Node Deletion11 minutes
Hello Minicube7 minutes
Minicube Installation7 minutes
Conculsion4 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Graded - Building and Managing Kubernetes Cluster30 minutes
AWS Cluster Management10 minutes
Installation and Setup with Kubeadm10 minutes
Troubleshooting and Minikube10 minutes

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Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

Excellent hands-on Kubernetes learning experience.

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026

The instructor explains Kubernetes components and cluster management in a structured manner. I gained confidence in configuring clusters and managing worker nodes.

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026

Highly recommended for Devops and cloud engineers.

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