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Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Anyone who plans to work with Kubernetes at any level or tier of involvement Any company or individual who wants to advance their knowledge of the cloud environment Application Developers Operations Developers IT Directors/Managers Overview All topics required by the CKAD exam, including: Deploy applications to a Kubernetes cluster Pods, ReplicaSets, Deployments, DaemonSets Self-healing and observable applications Multi-container Pod Design Application configuration via Configmaps, Secrets Administrate cluster use for your team A systematic understanding of Kubernetes architecture Troubleshooting and debugging tools Kubernetes networking and services Kubernetes is a Cloud Orchestration Platform providing reliability, replication, and stability while maximizing resource utilization for applications and services. By the conclusion of this hands-on training, you will go back to work with all necessary commands and practical skills to empower your team to succeed, as well as gain knowledge of important concepts like Kubernetes architecture and container orchestration. We prioritize covering all objectives and concepts necessary for passing the Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) exam. You will command and configure a high availability Kubernetes environment (and later, build your own!) capable of demonstrating all ?K8s'' features discussed and demonstrated in this course. Your week of intensive, hands-on training will conclude with a mock CKAD exam that matches the real thing. Kubernetes Architecture Components Understand API deprecations Containers Define, build and modify container images Pods Master Services Node Services K8s Services YAML Essentials Creating a K8s Cluster kubectl Commands Kubernetes Resources Kubernetes Namespace Kubernetes Contexts Pods What is a Pod? Create, List, Delete Pods How to Access Running Pods Kubernetes Resources Managing Cloud Resource Consumption Multi-Container Pod Design Security Contexts Init Containers Understand multi-container Pod design patterns (e.g. sidecar, init and others) Pod Wellness Tracking Networking Packet Forwarding ClusterIP and NodePort Services Provide and troubleshoot access to applications via services Ingress Controllers Use Ingress rules to expose applications NetworkPolicy resource Demonstrate basic understanding of NetworkPolicies Network Plugins Defining the Service Mesh Service mesh configuration examples ReplicaSets Services ReplicaSet Function Deploying ReplicaSets Deployments Deployment Object Updating/Rolling Back Deployments Understand Deployments and how to perform rolling updates Deployment Strategies Use Kubernetes primitives to implement common deployment strategies (e.g. blue/green or canary) Scaling ReplicaSets Autoscaling Labels and Annotations Labels Annotations Node Taints and Tolerations Jobs The K8s Job and CronJob Understand Jobs and CronJobs Immediate vs. scheduled internal use Application Configuration Understanding and defining resource requirements, limits and quotas Config Maps Create & consume Secrets Patching Custom Resource Definition Discover and use resources that extend Kubernetes (CRD) Managing ConfigMaps and Secrets as Volumes Storage Static and dynamic persistent volumes via StorageClass K8s volume configuration Utilize persistent and ephemeral volumes Adding persistent storage to containers via persistent volume claims Introduction to Helm Helm Introduction Charts Use the Helm package manager to deploy existing packages Application Security Understand authentication, authorization and admission control Understand ServiceAccounts Understand SecurityContexts Application Observability and Maintenance Use provided tools to monitor Kubernetes applications How to Troubleshoot Kubernetes Basic and Advanced Logging Techniques Utilize container logs Accessing containers with Port-Forward Debugging in Kubernetes Hands on Labs: Define, build and modify container images Deploy Kubernetes using Ansible Isolating Resources with Kubernetes Namespaces Cluster Access with Kubernetes Context Listing Resources with kubectl get Examining Resources with kubectl describe Create and Configure Basic Pods Debugging via kubectl port-forward Imperative vs. Declarative Resource Creation Performing Commands inside a Pod Understanding Labels and Selectors Insert an Annotation Create and Configure a ReplicaSet Writing a Deployment Manifest Perform rolling updates and rollbacks with Deployments Horizontal Scaling with kubectl scale Implement probes and health checks Understanding and defining resource requirements, limits and quotas Understand Jobs and CronJobs Best Practices for Container Customization Persistent Configuration with ConfigMaps Create and Consume Secrets Understand the Init container multi-container Pod design pattern Using PersistentVolumeClaims for Storage Dynamically Provision PersistentVolumes with NFS Deploy a NetworkPolicy Provide and troubleshoot access to applications via services Use Ingress rules to expose applications Understand the Sidecar multi-container Pod design pattern Setting up a single tier service mesh Tainted Nodes and Tolerations Use the Helm package manager to deploy existing packages A Completed Project Install Jenkins Using Helm and Run a Demo Job Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs) Patching Understanding Security Contexts for Cluster Access Control Utilize container logs Advanced Logging Techniques Troubleshooting Calicoctl Deploy a Kubernetes Cluster using Kubeadm Monitoring Applications in Kubernetes Resource-Based Autoscaling Create ServiceAccounts for use with the Kubernetes Dashboard Saving Your Progress With GitHub CKAD Practice Drill Alta Kubernetes Course Specific Updates Sourcing Secrets from HashiCorp Vault Example CKAD Test Questions

Learn Kubernetes and prepare yourself for CKA and CKAD certifications. This course helps you gain the knowledge required to design and deploy cloud-native applications on a Kubernetes cluster. All you need is a good understanding of the Docker fundamentals to get started.

Want to learn about Kubernetes security or need to pass the Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS) exam? You are at the right place. A hands-on course to help you develop your Kubernetes security skills. You need to have a basic understanding of Kubernetes Administrator to get the best out of this course.

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for application developers. Overview Deploy microservice applications on Red Hat© OpenShift Container Platform. Build a microservice application with Quarkus. Implement unit and integration tests for microservices. Use the config specification to inject data into a microservice. Secure a microservice using OAuth. Build and deploy native Quarkus applications. Develop microservice-based applications with Quarkus and OpenShift. Many enterprises are looking for a way to take advantage of cloud-native architectures, but many do not know the best approach. Quarkus is an exciting new technology that brings the reliability, familiarity, and maturity of Java Enterprise with a container-ready lightning fast deployment time. Red Hat Cloud-native Microservices Development with Quarkus (DO378) emphasizes learning architectural principles and implementing microservices based on Quarkus and OpenShift. You will build on application development fundamentals and focus on how to develop, monitor, test, and deploy modern microservices applications.. This course is based on OpenShift 4.5 and Quarkus 1.7L 1 - Describe microservice architectures Describe components and patterns of microservice-based application architectures. 2 - Implement a microservice with Quarkus Describe the specifications in Quarkus, implement a microservice with some of the specifications, and deploy it to an OpenShift cluster. 3 - Build microservice applications with Quarkus Build a persistent and configurable distributed quarkus microservices application. 4 - Implement fault tolerance Implement fault tolerance in a microservice architecture. 5 - Build and deploy native Quarkus applications Describe Quarkus in native mode and describe its deployment on OpenShift Container Platform. 6 - Test microservices Implement unit and integration tests for microservices. 7 - Create application health checks Create a health check for a microservice. 8 - Secure microservices Secure microservice endpoints and communication. 9 - Monitor microservices Monitor the operation of a microservice using metrics and distributed tracing. Additional course details: Nexus Humans Red Hat Cloud-native Microservices Development with Quarkus (DO378) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Red Hat Cloud-native Microservices Development with Quarkus (DO378) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

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Overview This comprehensive course on Docker Training for .Net and Angular Developers will deepen your understanding on this topic. After successful completion of this course you can acquire the required skills in this sector. This Docker Training for .Net and Angular Developers comes with accredited certification from CPD, which will enhance your CV and make you worthy in the job market. So enrol in this course today to fast track your career ladder. How will I get my certificate? You may have to take a quiz or a written test online during or after the course. After successfully completing the course, you will be eligible for the certificate. Who is This course for? There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this Docker Training for .Net and Angular Developers. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds. Requirements Our Docker Training for .Net and Angular Developers is fully compatible with PC's, Mac's, Laptop, Tablet and Smartphone devices. This course has been designed to be fully compatible with tablets and smartphones so you can access your course on Wi-Fi, 3G or 4G. There is no time limit for completing this course, it can be studied in your own time at your own pace. Career Path Learning this new skill will help you to advance in your career. It will diversify your job options and help you develop new techniques to keep up with the fast-changing world. This skillset will help you to- Open doors of opportunities Increase your adaptability Keep you relevant Boost confidence And much more! Course Curriculum 14 sections • 74 lectures • 05:36:00 total length •Module 01: Introduction: 00:05:00 •Module 02: About Me: 00:03:00 •Module 01: Container Overview: 00:02:00 •Module 02: What are containers?: 00:02:00 •Module 03: Containers Vs Virtual Machines: 00:02:00 •Module 04: Containers inside virtual machines: 00:02:00 •Module 05: Developers Vs Ops Team: 00:02:00 •Module 06: Docker Image Vs Containers: 00:02:00 •Module 07 Installation Steps deertr: 00:05:00 •Module 08: Docker Options: 00:10:00 •Module 09: Hands on with Docker: 00:14:00 •Module 01: Creating First Docker File: 00:07:00 •Module 02: Docker Build: 00:05:00 •Module 03 Docker Run: 00:05:00 •Module 04: Docker Run complex HTML site: 00:06:00 •Module 01: Docker commands like ps, ps-a, start, stop: 00:03:00 •Module 02: Docker containers and images cleanup: 00:08:00 •Module 01: Docker Pull: 00:02:00 •Module 02: Docker Run: 00:03:00 •Module 03: Docker Logs: 00:02:00 •Module 04: Docker Inspect: 00:02:00 •Module 05: Docker Stats: 00:02:00 •Docker File Instructions: 00:02:00 •Docker File overview for DotNet App: 00:04:00 •Docker File overview for Angular App: 00:02:00 •Console App example using STDIN example: 00:06:00 •Running Console App using Dockerfile: 00:04:00 •Command Vs Entrypoint: 00:03:00 •Running ASP.NET Core app using Dockerfile: 00:04:00 •Verifying Files uploaded in docker container: 00:03:00 •Debugging Docker Container: 00:06:00 •Running Angular app in a container: 00:09:00 •Verifying files in angular container: 00:03:00 •Creating Docker Compose file: 00:06:00 •Running Docker Compose: 00:05:00 •Introduction: 00:07:00 •Docker Network Creation: 00:08:00 •Creating Container for SQL Server: 00:06:00 •Connecting Dotnet app with SQL Container: 00:05:00 •Adding Docker Compose: 00:07:00 •Dotnet App failing to connect with SQL Server container: 00:04:00 •SQL Container connected with Dotnet app: 00:02:00 •Volume with SQL Container: 00:09:00 •Project Setup: 00:03:00 •Docker File Creation: 00:07:00 •Running On HTTP: 00:04:00 •Dev Certificate Creation: 00:04:00 •Running the container: 00:03:00 •Introduction: 00:04:00 •Tye build: 00:02:00 •Tye run: 00:04:00 •Creating Frontend App using Razor Template: 00:04:00 •Creating Backend App using Web API Template: 00:04:00 •Adding Service Discovery: 00:05:00 •Tye Run with Backend and Frontend Projects: 00:04:00 •Adding Redis: 00:11:00 •Tye Run with Redis: 00:04:00 •Pushing the image on DockerHub: 00:05:00 •Azure Container Registry (ACR) creation: 00:03:00 •Push images to Azure Container Registry (ACR): 00:05:00 •Spinning up Azure Container Instances using Azure Container Registry Images: 00:05:00 •Another way of creating Azure Container Instances: 00:04:00 •Consuming ACI endpoint in angular app: 00:06:00 •Deploying container to web app: 00:04:00 •Introduction: 00:03:00 •Workfile creation: 00:04:00 •Adding steps to login into ACR: 00:06:00 •Docker build and push step: 00:04:00 •Build failure: 00:05:00 •Fixed the Issue and Deployed to ACR: 00:04:00 •SQL Server container preparation: 00:03:00 •SQL Server container creation: 00:04:00 •Connect to SQL Container and publish database schema: 00:07:00 •Thank You: 00:02:00

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Cluster administrators (Junior systems administrators, junior cloud administrators) interested in deploying additional clusters to meet increasing demands from their organizations. Cluster engineers (Senior systems administrators, senior cloud administrators, cloud engineers) interested in the planning and design of OpenShift clusters to meet performance and reliability of different workloads and in creating work books for these installations. Site reliability engineers (SREs) interested in deploying test bed clusters to validate new settings, updates, customizations, operational procedures, and responses to incidents. Overview Validate infrastructure prerequisites for an OpenShift cluster. Run the OpenShift installer with custom settings. Describe and monitor each stage of the OpenShift installation process. Collect troubleshooting information during an ongoing installation, or after a failed installation. Complete the configuration of cluster services in a newly installed cluster. Installing OpenShift on a cloud, virtual, or physical infrastructure. Red Hat OpenShift Installation Lab (DO322) teaches essential skills for installing an OpenShift cluster in a range of environments, from proof of concept to production, and how to identify customizations that may be required because of the underlying cloud, virtual, or physical infrastructure. This course is based on Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform 4.6. 1 - Introduction to container technology Describe how software can run in containers orchestrated by Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform. 2 - Create containerized services Provision a server using container technology. 3 - Manage containers Manipulate prebuilt container images to create and manage containerized services. 4 - Manage container images Manage the life cycle of a container image from creation to deletion. 5 - Create custom container images Design and code a Dockerfile to build a custom container image. 6 - Deploy containerized applications on OpenShift Deploy single container applications on OpenShift Container Platform. 7 - Troubleshoot containerized applications Troubleshoot a containerized application deployed on OpenShift. 8 - Deploy and manage applications on an OpenShift cluster Use various application packaging methods to deploy applications to an OpenShift cluster, then manage their resources. 9 - Design containerized applications for OpenShift Select a containerization method for an application and create a container to run on an OpenShift cluster. 10 - Publish enterprise container images Create an enterprise registry and publish container images to it. 11 - Build applications Describe the OpenShift build process, then trigger and manage builds. 12 - Customize source-to-image (S2I) builds Customize an existing S2I base image and create a new one. 13 - Create applications from OpenShift templates Describe the elements of a template and create a multicontainer application template. 14 - Manage application deployments Monitor application health and implement various deployment methods for cloud-native applications. 15 - Perform comprehensive review Create and deploy cloudinative applications on OpenShift.

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Platform operators who are responsible for deploying and managing Tanzu Kubernetes clusters Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Describe how Tanzu Kubernetes Grid fits in the VMware TanzuTM portfolio Describe the Tanzu Kubernetes Grid architecture Deploy and manage Tanzu Kubernetes Grid management clusters Deploy and manage Tanzu Kubernetes Grid workload clusters Deploy, configure, and manage Tanzu Kubernetes Grid packages Perform basic troubleshooting During this three-day course, you focus on installing VMware Tanzu© Kubernetes Grid? on a VMware vSphere© environment and then provisioning and managing Tanzu Kubernetes Grid clusters. The course covers how to install Tanzu Kubernetes Grid packages for image registry, authentication, logging, ingress, multi-pod network interfaces, service discovery, and monitoring. The concepts learned in this course are transferable for users who must install Tanzu Kubernetes Grid on other supported clouds. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives Introducing VMware Tanzu Kubernetes Grid Identify the VMware Tanzu products responsible for Kubernetes life cycle management and describe the main differences between them Explain the core concepts of Tanzu Kubernetes Grid, including bootstrap, Tanzu Kubernetes Grid management and workload clusters, and the role of Cluster API List the components of a Tanzu Kubernetes Grid instance Illustrate how to use the Tanzu CLI Identify the requirements for a bootstrap machine Define the Carvel Tool set Define Cluster API Identify the infrastructure providers List the Cluster API controllers Identify the Cluster API Custom Resource Definitions Management Clusters List the requirements for deploying a management cluster Differentiate between deploying on vSphere 6.7 Update 3 and vSphere 7 Describe the components of NSX Advanced Load Balancer Explain how Tanzu Kubernetes Grid integrates with NSX Advanced Load Balancer Explain how Kubernetes manages authentication Define Pinniped Define Dex Describe the Pinniped authentication workflow List the steps to install a Tanzu Kubernetes Grid management cluster Summarize the events of a management cluster creation Demonstrate how to use commands when working with management clusters Tanzu Kubernetes Clusters List the steps to build a custom image Describe the available customizations Identify the options for deploying Tanzu Kubernetes Grid clusters Explain how Tanzu Kubernetes Grid clusters are created Discuss which VMs make up a Tanzu Kubernetes Grid cluster List the pods that run on a Tanzu Kubernetes cluster Describe the Tanzu Kubernetes Grid core add-ons that are installed on a cluster Configuring and Managing Tanzu Kubernetes Grid Instances Define the Tanzu Kubernetes Grid packages Describe the Harbor Image Registry Define Fluent Bit Identify the logs that Fluent Bit collects Explain basic Fluent Bit configuration Describe the Contour ingress controller Demonstrate how to install Contour on a Tanzu Kubernetes Grid cluster Demonstrate how to install Service Discovery with ExternalDNS. Define Multus CNI Define Prometheus Define Grafana Troubleshooting Discuss the various Tanzu Kubernetes Grid logs Identify the location of Tanzu Kubernetes Grid logs Explain the purpose of crash diagnostics Demonstrate how to use SSH to connect to a Tanzu Kubernetes Grid VM Describe the steps for troubleshooting a failed cluster deployment Additional course details:Notes Delivery by TDSynex, Exit Certified and New Horizons an VMware Authorised Training Centre (VATC) Nexus Humans VMware Tanzu Kubernetes Grid: Install, Configure, Manage [V1.5] training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the VMware Tanzu Kubernetes Grid: Install, Configure, Manage [V1.5] course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for Operators and application owners who are responsible for deploying and managing policies for multiple Kubernetes clusters across on-premises and public cloud environments. Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Describe the VMware Tanzu Mission Control architecture Configure user and group access Create access, image registry, network, security, quota, and custom policies Connect your on-premises vSphere with Tanzu Supervisor cluster to VMware Tanzu Mission Control Create, manage, and backup Tanzu Kubernetes clusters Perform cluster inspections Monitor and secure Kubernetes environments During this two-day course, you focus on using VMware Tanzu© Mission Control? to provision and manage Kubernetes clusters. The course covers how to apply access, image registry, network, security, quota, and custom policies to Kubernetes environments. For cluster provisioning and management, the course focuses on deploying, upgrading, backing up and monitoring Kubernetes clusters on VMware vSphere© with Tanzu. Given the abstractions of VMware Tanzu Mission Control, the learnings should be transferrable to public cloud. Introducing VMware Tanzu Mission Control VMware Tanzu Mission Control Accessing VMware Tanzu Mission Control VMware Cloud? services access control VMware Tanzu Mission Control architecture Cluster Management Attached clusters Management clusters Provisioned clusters Cluster inspections Data protection VMware Tanzu© Observability? by Wavefront VMware Tanzu© Service Mesh? Policy Management Policy management Access policies Image registry policies Network policies Security policies Quota policies Custom policies Policy insights

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for This in an introductory-level class for intermediate skilled team members. Students should have prior software development experience or exposure, have some basic familiarity with containers, and should also be able to navigate the command line. Overview This course is approximately 50% hands-on, combining expert lecture, real-world demonstrations and group discussions with machine-based practical labs and exercises. Our engaging instructors and mentors are highly experienced practitioners who bring years of current 'on-the-job' experience into every classroom. Working in a hands-on learning environment led by our expert facilitator, students will explore: What a Kubernetes cluster is, and how to deploy and manage them on-premises and in the cloud. How Kubernetes fits into the cloud-native ecosystem, and how it interfaces with other important technologies such as Docker. The major Kubernetes components that let us deploy and manage applications in a modern cloud-native fashion. How to define and manage applications with declarative manifest files that should be version-controlled and treated like code. Containerization has taken the IT world by storm in the last few years. Large software houses, starting from Google and Amazon, are running significant portions of their production load in containers. Kubernetes is an open-source system for automating deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications. This is a hands-on workshop style course that teaches core features and functionality of Kubernetes. You will leave this course knowing how to build a Kubernetes cluster, and how to deploy and manage applications on that cluster. Getting Started Our sample application Kubernetes concepts Declarative vs imperative Kubernetes network model First contact with kubectl Setting up Kubernetes Working with Containers Running our first containers on Kubernetes Exposing containers Shipping images with a registry Running our application on Kubernetes Exploring the Kubernetes Dashboard The Kubernetes dashboard Security implications of kubectl apply Scaling a deployment Daemon sets Labels and selectors Rolling updates Next Steps Accessing logs from the CLI Managing stacks with Helm Namespaces Next steps