Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) (Voucher Included)

Learn how to use the container management platform used by top companies, like Google, with the Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) course. This Kubernetes training course will teach you everything you need to know to install and configure a production-grade Kubernetes cluster, from network configuration to upgrades to making deployments available through services.

You will gain a solid understanding of key principles like Pods, Deployments, ReplicaSets, and services. Your training equips you with the necessary skills to work with containers, which enables you to package applications with their dependencies and deploy them on various platforms such as Bare-Metal, VM, Cloud, and more!

This Kubernetes course introduces Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) within an open container ecosystem, using a project-based approach to help you understand and implement best practices. You will learn about the crucial role played by Docker Swarm and Kubernetes, revision control using Git, and how to install and configure Jenkins as a Continuous Integration platform. You will also discover how to use code reviews to enforce development workflows, package and distribute applications with Docker and Docker Registry, and set up a deployment pipeline using Argo CD.

Upon course completion, this Kubernetes training course will prepare you for the CKA exam. This exam is performance-based and involves completing various tasks from a Kubernetes command line. With your enrollment, you will also receive an exam voucher to take the CKA certification exam.

Note: This certification is ideal for Kubernetes administrators, cloud administrators, and other IT professionals who manage Kubernetes instances.

What you will learn

• How to use the container management platform used by companies like Google to manage their application infrastructure
• How to install and configure a production-grade Kubernetes cluster
• The key principles, such as Pods, Deployments, ReplicaSets, and services
• Learn revision control using Git
• Understand the role played by Docker and Kubernetes
• Learn to install and configure Jenkins as a Continuous Integration platform
• Understand the fundamentals of Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)

How you will benefit

• Demonstrate the ability to do basic installation and configuring and managing production-grade Kubernetes clusters
• Understand key concepts such as Kubernetes networking, storage, security, maintenance, logging and monitoring, application lifecycle, troubleshooting, and API object primitives
• Obtain the ability to establish basic use-cases for end users
• Master enforcing development workflows as code reviews
• Gather application packaging and distribution with Docker Swarm and Docker Registry using Argo CD to set up a deployment pipeline

1. Getting Started
2. Containers Fundamentals
1. Course Introduction
2. Virtualization Fundamentals
3. Virtualization Mechanisms
4. Container Standards And Runtimes
5. Image Operations
6. Container Operations
7. Building Container Images
8. Container Networking
9. Container Storage
10. Runtime And Containers Security
3. DevOps and SRE Fundamentals
1. Introduction
2. What and Why of CI/CD
3. Setup: Exploring and Creating Our Learning Environment
4. Basics of Container Operations with Docker
5. Version Control with Git
6. Setting Up Continuous Integration with Jenkins
7. GitHub Branch Policies & Pipeline as Code with Jenkinsfile
8. Using Docker with Jenkins Pipelines
9. Docker Images
10. Launching a Multi-Service Application with Docker Compose
11. Automated Code Analysis
12. SRE and Deploying a Scalable Application to Kubernetes
13. SRE. GitOps and CD with Argo CD
4. Kubernetes Fundamentals
1. Course Introduction
2. Basics of Kubernetes
3. Installation and Configuration
4. Kubernetes Architecture
5. APIs and Access
6. API Objects
7. Managing State with Deployments
8. Volumes and Data
9. Services
10. Helm
11. Ingress
12. Scheduling
13. Logging and Troubleshooting
14. Custom Resource Definitions
15. Security
16. High Availability
17. Exam Domain Review
18. Course Completion
5. CKA Prep and Exam

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. Chromebooks are not compatible.

Required Lab Exercises

• For hands-on lab exercises, access to a Linux server or Linux desktop/laptop is required. Access to a public cloud provider or VirtualBox on your machine is also needed. Lab exercises in this course have been tested in a GCP environment.
• 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.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 7 or later.
• Mac: macOS 12 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Word Online .
• Adobe Acrobat Reader .
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Exam Requirements:

• Exams are delivered online, and candidates must provide their own computer with:
  • Current version of Chrome or Chromium.
  • Reliable internet access.
  • A microphone.
  • A webcam.
• All technical exam requirements should be tested and working prior to starting the exam.
• Candidates are not allowed to have other applications or browser windows running except the one on which the Exam is being shown.
• Candidates should run the compatibility check tool to verify that their hardware meets the minimum requirements.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Prerequisites:

We recommend learners be familiar with the following concepts to ensure they are successful in taking this course:

• Basic Linux and system administration knowledge
• Familiarity with the command line
• Basic understanding of Kubernetes, Cloud, and the software delivery process
• Basic understanding of Package managers, Git and GitHub

Certification Requirements:

There are no requirements to take the Certified Kubernetes Administrator Exam (CKA) other than the skills needed to pass the certifications exam.

Linux Instructors

This course does not have an assigned instructor, but you will have access to several Linux instructors and subject matter experts throughout the course.

What is the average Kubernetes administrator salary?

According to ZipRecruiter, the average Kubernetes administrator salary is $130,327 per year.

What is Kubernetes and what is Kubernetes used for?

Many modern applications are built using containers. Kubernetes is a vendor-neutral platform that was open-sourced by Google in 2014 and designed to deploy and manage containers. The Kubernetes software has widely available services, support, and tools that allow users to build, deliver and scale containerized apps faster, to facilitate declarative configuration and automation.

Does this course prepare you for a certification?

Yes, you will be prepared to sit for the Linux Foundation Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) exam through this course enrollment, which includes a voucher upon eligibility. The voucher covers both the exam fees and allows for a retake of the certifying exam if needed.

How long is the certification valid?

Starting April 1st, 2024, the Linux Foundation Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) will be valid for two years from the time of completion. Certifications achieved before that day will remain active for 36 months from the achieved date.

When can I start this course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

How long does it take to complete this course?

After you register, you will receive 6 months to complete the course. The time allotted for completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours.

What if I don't have enough time to complete the course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

What kind of support will I receive?

As part of the CKA training program, you will have access to a dedicated forum monitored by senior instructors with the Linux Foundation. This forum is the perfect place to ask your questions regarding the course materials and interact with other program students.

What happens when I complete the course?

Upon successfully passing the final exam, you will be awarded a certificate of completion from the school or organization that you registered through.

Am I guaranteed a job?

Hope Training Academy courses will help you gain the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. However, you should always research the job market in your area before enrolling.

Can I get financial assistance?

Hope Training Academy courses are non-credit, so they do not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA, and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards may provide funding to take our courses. Additionally, you may qualify for financial assistance if you meet certain requirements. Learn more about financial assistance.

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