Docker Certified Associate Exam Prep Course

👋 Welcome to the detailed curriculum overview for mastering Docker, Kubernetes, and container orchestration with Docker Swarm and Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (MKE). This course is designed to take you from a beginner to an advanced level user who can confidently manage and orchestrate containers in a real-world environment. Here's a breakdown of what you can expect from each section:

Section 7: Docker Filesystem & Storage Drivers

• Understanding container filesystem layout
• Exploring different types of storage drivers (volumes, bind mounts, temp fs)
• Working with third-party driver plugins for custom storage solutions
• Learning about data sharing between containers and best practices for data persistence

Section 8: Docker Swarm Orchestration

• Setting up a Docker Swarm cluster
• Deploying and managing scalable containerized applications using Swarm services
• Working with overlay networks in Swarm
• Performing rolling updates and zero-downtime deployments

Section 9: Swarm High Availability & Leader Election

• Understanding the leader election mechanism in Swarm using Raft consensus algorithm
• Learning about quorum, high availability, and disaster recovery strategies in Swarm

Section 10: Docker Compose & Stack

• Writing and understanding Docker Compose YAML files for multi-container applications
• Introduction to Docker Stack, the orchestration tool built on top of Docker Compose

Section 11: Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (MKE) Launchpad

• Setting up your own MKE Launchpad cluster
• Working with the MKE Dashboard for managing Kubernetes resources
• Operating Swarm within MKE for production-grade deployments
• Exploring advanced orchestration topics like Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), managing TLS, and Swarm Collections

Section 12: Kubernetes Architecture & Components

• Learning the fundamentals of Kubernetes architecture, including pods, nodes, and control plane components
• Writing YAML manifests for various Kubernetes objects
• Working with workload objects like ReplicaSets, Deployments, and Jobs
• Configuring networking and storage with Services, Ingresses, Persistent Volumes, and Projected Volumes

Section 13: Kubernetes Orchestration Objects & Mechanisms

• Diving deeper into Kubernetes orchestration mechanisms like labels, selectors, and node affinity
• Understanding how to manage stateful applications with StatefulSets
• Exploring advanced topics like DaemonSets, Jobs, and CronJobs

Section 14: DTR & Docker Content Trust

• Understanding the importance of security in container images
• Learning about Docker Trust Registry (DTR) for image storage and management
• Exploring Docker Content Trust for signing and verifying container images to ensure integrity and origin

To complement this curriculum, you will have access to:

• 5 hands-on assignments with complete solutions
• Over 10 quizzes to test your understanding
• 2 comprehensive mock exams to assess your skills

We've designed this course with a focus on interactive learning, real-world applications, and practical exercises. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the field of containerization and orchestration. With hands-on experience, thorough explanations, and expert guidance, you'll be well-prepared to tackle any container-related challenge that comes your way.

Join us on this exciting learning journey and let's dive deep into the world of Docker and Kubernetes!