Becoming KCNA Certified: Build a strong foundation in cloud native and Kubernetes and pass the KCNA exam with ease

Kick-start your learning journey and implement both Kubernetes and cloud-native technologies in real-life scenarios with this essential, practical guide to the KCNA exam

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Key Features
Gain an in-depth understanding of cloud-native computing and Kubernetes concepts
Prepare for the KCNA exam with the help of practical examples and mock exams
Manage your applications better with Kubernetes container orchestration
Book Description
The job market related to the cloud and cloud-native technologies is both growing and becoming increasingly competitive, making certifications like KCNA a great way to stand out from the crowd and learn about the latest advancements in cloud technologies.

Becoming KCNA Certified doesn't just give you the practical skills needed to deploy and connect applications in Kubernetes, but it also prepares you to pass the Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA) exam on your first attempt.

The book starts by introducing you to cloud-native computing, containers, and Kubernetes through practical examples, allowing you to test the theory out for yourself. You'll learn how to configure and provide storage for your Kubernetes-managed applications and explore the principles of modern cloud-native architecture and application delivery, giving you a well-rounded view of the subject. Once you've been through the theoretical and practical aspects of the book, you'll get the chance to test what you've learnt with two mock exams, with explanations of the answers, so you'll be well-prepared to appear for the KCNA exam.

By the end of this Kubernetes book, you'll have everything you need to pass the KCNA exam and forge a career in Kubernetes and cloud-native computing.

What you will learn
Get to grips with Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) and its projects
Build, configure, and run containers with Docker
Bootstrap minimal Kubernetes clusters for learning
Manage and encrypt container traffic with Service Mesh
Deploy, configure, and update applications on Kubernetes
Control and connect the applications that run on Kubernetes
Manage storage and provide observability on Kubernetes
Automate software development with CI/CD and GitOps
Who this book is for
This book is for DevOps engineers, system administrators, developers, fresh IT graduates, or anyone interested in cloud native architecture, applications, and technologies. Those with relevant work experience looking to upskill themselves in order to manage their applications with Kubernetes in a better way will also find this book helpful. Familiarity with IT fundamentals, networks, and command line interface (CLI) is required, but no prior knowledge of Kubernetes, docker, or cloud services is needed to get started with this book.

Table of Contents
From Cloud to Cloud Native and Kubernetes
Cloud Native Computing Foundation and Kubernetes Certifications
Getting Started with Containers
Exploring Container Runtimes, Interfaces and Service Meshes
Orchestrating Containers with Kubernetes
Deploying and Scaling Containers
Application Placement and Debugging with Kubernetes
Following Kubernetes Best Practices
Understanding Cloud Native Architectures
Implementing Telemetry and Observability in the Cloud
Automating Cloud Native Application delivery
Practicing for the KCNA Exam with Mock Papers
The Road Ahead