Introduction to Kubernetes

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About the Course

This course provides a comprehensive exploration of Kubernetes, covering core architecture, cluster setup, workload, networking and monitoring. Learners will gain hands-on experience with Kubernetes components and configuration to effectively manage containerized applications at scale.

Curriculum

  • Module 1: Kubernetes Fundamentals and Architecture

    Overview:

    Gain a comprehensive understanding of Kubernetes architecture, core components, and containerization essentials.

    Topics to Cover

    • Containers vs. Virtual Machines
    • Kubernetes Core Concepts and Use Cases
    • Kubernetes Architecture: Control Plane, Nodes, Pods, and etcd
    • Core Components: API Server, Scheduler, Controller Manager, Kubelet, Kube-proxy

  • Module 2: Cluster Installation and Configuration

    Overview:

    Learn to set up, configure, and validate Kubernetes clusters on local and cloud environments.

    Topics to Cover

    • Installation Options: Minikube, Docker Desktop
    • Configuring the Cluster: Networking, Initial Setup, and Cluster Verification
    • Essential kubectl Commands for Cluster Management
    • Configuring Networking Components: CNI Plugins

  • Module 3: Workloads and Scheduling

    Overview:

    Master workload management and scheduling strategies in Kubernetes to run applications reliably.

    Topics to Cover

    • Pods, ReplicaSets, Deployments, and StatefulSets
    • Managing Jobs and CronJobs
    • Labels, Selectors, and Annotations
    • Configuring Node Selectors, Taints, and Tolerations
    • Resource Requests and Limits for Optimized Scheduling

  • Module 4: Services and Networking

    Overview:

    Learn to expose applications and manage networking within Kubernetes for cluster-wide and external access.

    Topics to Cover

    • Services: ClusterIP, NodePort, LoadBalancer
    • Networking Policies: Implementing Isolation and Security
    • Ingress: Configuring Rules, Load Balancing, and Custom Routing
    • Core DNS for Service Discovery
  • Module 5: Storage Management and Configuration

    Overview:

    Understand Kubernetes storage mechanisms and how to manage configurations for secure and persistent application data.

    Topics to Cover

    • Kubernetes Storage Fundamentals: Volumes, Persistent Volumes, and Persistent Volume Claims
    • Storage Classes and Dynamic Provisioning
    • ConfigMaps and Secrets for Application Configuration Management
    • Managing Sensitive Data and Best Practices for Security
  • Module 6: Security and Cluster Hardening

    Overview:

    Secure your Kubernetes cluster by implementing role-based access and network policies.

    Topics to Cover

    • Kubernetes Security Fundamentals: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
    • Network Policies for Pod-Level Security
    • Securing Access to the Kubernetes API Server
    • Authentication, Authorization, and Admission Control
  • Module 7: Monitoring, Logging, and Troubleshooting

    Overview:

    Learn essential methods for monitoring, logging, and troubleshooting to ensure a healthy Kubernetes environment.

    Topics to Cover

    • Troubleshooting Tools: kubectl Debugging Commands, Logs, and Events
    • Diagnosing Pod, Node, and Cluster Issues
  • Module 8: Application Lifecycle and Configuration Management

    Overview:

    Understand best practices for managing application lifecycles and configurations in Kubernetes.

    Topics to Cover

    • Managing Application Deployments and Rollbacks
    • Horizontal Pod Autoscaling and Cluster Autoscaler
    • Implementing Rolling Updates and Canary Deployments
    • Helm Basics for Application Management
  • Module 9: Advanced Topics and Best Practices

    Overview:

    Deepen your knowledge with advanced Kubernetes features and best practices for cluster operations.

    Topics to Cover

    • Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs)
    • Helm for Package Management and Templating
    • Kubernetes Operator Pattern
    • Disaster Recovery Planning: Backup and Restore Methods

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand Kubernetes Architecture
  • Set up and configure Kubernetes clusters
  • Manage workloads efficiently
  • Implement networking and security
  • Monitor and troubleshoot clusters

Tools

Minikube
Docker Desktop
Kubectl
Kubeadm
Helm
AWS CLI
VS Code
Terminal
Git/GitHub
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The course is structured into weekly modules, each containing video lectures, reading materials, assignments, and quizzes. You can complete the modules at your own pace, but we recommend following the weekly schedule to stay on track.

You can get support in multiple ways:

  • TA Support on Slack: Our teaching assistants are available on Slack to answer your questions and provide guidance.
  • Peer Community on Discord: Join our Discord community to discuss course topics, share ideas, and collaborate with fellow students.

TAs are available on Slack from 9 AM to 6 PM (ET) Monday to Friday. Outside these hours, you can still post your questions, and TAs will respond as soon as they are back online.

After enrolling in the course, you will receive an invitation link to join the Discord community. Follow the link to create an account or log in to your existing account.

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