This course is designed for aspiring DevOps professionals, this course delves into the core concepts and advanced features of Kubernetes, preparing you for the Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) exam. Through hands-on labs and in-depth lessons, you'll gain the skills needed to manage Kubernetes applications effectively, from mastering pod configurations to leveraging cloud-native storage solutions. Elevate your expertise and become proficient in deploying and managing containerized applications in a Kubernetes environment.
Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD): Unit 2
Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD): Unit 2
This course is part of Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) Specialization
Instructor: Pearson
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Intermediate level
Some related experience required
3 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
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What you'll learn
Master the fundamentals and advanced features of Kubernetes pods, including init and sidecar containers.
Configure and manage storage solutions in Kubernetes using PersistentVolumes, StorageClasses, and PersistentVolumeClaims.
Develop proficiency in YAML file management and command-line operations for Kubernetes.
Gain practical experience through hands-on labs, enhancing your ability to troubleshoot and optimize Kubernetes applications.
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This course is part of the Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) Specialization
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.
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There is 1 module in this course
This course provides an introduction to Kubernetes Essentials, and it's the course that teaches concepts that are super relevant for the CKAD exam. As Kubernetes applications are always learning as POS. In the first two lessons in this course, you learn how to manage all of the relevant features of bolts in Kubernetes. And the next lesson in this module teach us how to use storage in a cloud native environment.
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