Hands-On with Kubernetes: 2-in-1

🌟 Hands-On with Kubernetes: 2-in-1 Course 🌟

Course Headline: Deploy, manage and monitor applications on Kubernetes with confidence!

Course Description:

Kubernetes, a leading cloud platform technology, stands out for its robust set of tools and capabilities that surpass many other cloud services. Major players like AWS, Azure, and Google offer managed Kubernetes solutions that cater to businesses of all sizes. This 2-in-1 training course is designed to provide you with an in-depth understanding of Kubernetes' core components and concepts, followed by practical experience in deploying and managing applications within this powerful ecosystem.

• Hands-On Experience: Install Kubernetes on your personal computer to experience firsthand how it operates and learn to manage your clusters effectively.

• Deploying Applications: Learn the best practices for deploying application models to Kubernetes and understand the organizational alignments needed for an effective DevOps implementation.

• Continuous Delivery Pipeline: Discover how to create a continuous delivery pipeline, deploy microservice-based systems, and ensure your systems are always up-to-date and running smoothly with minimal downtime.

• Monitoring with Stackdriver: Get acquainted with monitoring tools, with a focus on Google Cloud Platform's Stackdriver, to effectively handle system flaws and maintain high availability.

Course Breakdown:

Learning Kubernetes:

• Install Kubernetes on your computer for hands-on learning.
• Understand the architecture, terminology, and components that make up a Kubernetes cluster.
• Get to grips with Kubernetes core constructs, including pods, services, replication controllers, and labels.
• Learn how to use networking features within Kubernetes effectively.

Deploying Software to Kubernetes:

• Explore the organizational aspects of adopting DevOps methodologies.
• Dive into deploying applications on Kubernetes, including understanding Docker Swarm's role and capabilities.
• Develop a continuous delivery pipeline for your microservices-based systems.
• Implement monitoring solutions using Stackdriver to maintain system health and performance.

About the Authors:

Braithe E.S. Warnock is a Managing Cloud Architect for the financial services division of Ernst & Young, where he has played a pivotal role in deploying and managing some of the largest Kubernetes installations globally. With over six years of experience, Braithe has expertise in various cloud technologies including PCF, AWS, Azure, VMware, and Kubernetes. His work with Java and Spring Boot frameworks, along with his knowledge in developing machine learning models using AWS, Spark, and MLlib, have greatly enhanced product recommendations and customer data insights.

David Gonzalez is an engineer and author of the book "Developing Microservices with Node.js." As a Google Developer Expert in Kubernetes (GKE), David is passionate about pushing his boundaries to hone his skills. His expertise spans across Java, Node.js, Python, and DevOps, with a particular focus on security. As a consultant at nearForm, he enables companies to optimize their IT solutions for peak performance and reliability.

By enrolling in this comprehensive course, you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to deploy software on Kubernetes from day one. Whether you're new to the platform or looking to deepen your existing expertise, this course is designed to equip you with the practical skills and insights to succeed in the world of cloud-native applications. Join us on this journey to master Kubernetes and take your application deployment, management, and monitoring to the next level! 🚀💻