Associate
Linux Foundation · Associate
Docker & Kubernetes (CKA) Training Course
Docker & Kubernetes training — containerise applications and run them at scale, leading to the Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA).
Course overview
About this course
From Docker fundamentals to operating production Kubernetes clusters, this hands-on course prepares you for the CKA — one of the most in-demand DevOps certifications.
What you’ll learn
- Containerise applications with Docker
- Kubernetes architecture and core objects
- Deploy, scale and update workloads
- Networking, storage and security in Kubernetes
- Cluster administration and the CKA exam
Who it’s for
DevOps engineers, developers and administrators.
Course outline
01
Containers with Docker
Build, run and manage containers and images with Docker.
02
Kubernetes architecture
Cluster components, core objects and how Kubernetes works.
03
Workloads & scheduling
Deploy, scale, update and schedule application workloads.
04
Services, networking & storage
Expose applications and manage networking and persistent storage.
05
Cluster administration
Maintain, secure and troubleshoot clusters for the CKA exam.
Frequently asked questions
Why is Kubernetes in such demand?
Kubernetes is the standard for running containers at scale, so CKA is one of the most sought-after DevOps certifications by UK employers.
How long is the course?
Typically four to five days, hands-on and instructor-led, online or on-site.
What do I need to know first?
Comfort with Linux and the command line is recommended; we cover Docker fundamentals before Kubernetes.
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