CKAD Certified Kubernetes Application Developer | CKAD Exam

CKAD | Kubernetes | CKA Essentials | CKAD Certification | Certified Kubernetes Application Developer

What you'll learn
Master kubectl command-line operations.
Create and deploy containerized applications.
Write and manage YAML manifests.
Configure application networking.
Implement multi-container Pod patterns.
Troubleshoot applications effectively using kubectl.
Set up local Kubernetes environments.
Configure resource management.
Master essential terminal skills including Vim editing.

Requirements
Working knowledge of the container runtime.
Basic Linux command line skills (file operations, text editing).
Familiarity with YAML syntax (helpful but not mandatory).

Description
Welcome to the CKAD (Certified Kubernetes Application Developer) course! This comprehensive course is designed to prepare you for the CKAD certification exam, which focuses on developing, deploying, and debugging cloud-native applications for Kubernetes.Whether you're a developer looking to build applications on Kubernetes or an IT professional seeking to enhance your container orchestration skills, this course will equip you with the practical knowledge and hands-on experience needed to pass the certification exam.CKAD Exam Domains Covered In This Course:Application Design and Build (20%)Define, build, and modify container imagesChoose and use the right workload resource (Deployment, DaemonSet, CronJob, etc.)Understand multi-container Pod design patterns (e.g., sidecar, init, and others)Utilize persistent and ephemeral volumesApplication Deployment (20%)Use Kubernetes primitives to implement common deployment strategies (e.g., blue/green or canary)Understand Deployments and how to perform rolling updatesUse the Helm package manager to deploy existing packagesKustomizeApplication Observability and Maintenance (15%)Understand API deprecationsImplement probes and health checksUse built-in CLI tools to monitor Kubernetes applicationsUtilize container logsDebugging in KubernetesApplication Environment, Configuration, and Security (25%)Discover and use resources that extend Kubernetes (CRD, Operators)Understand authentication, authorization, and admission controlUnderstand requests, limits, and quotasUnderstand ConfigMapsDefine resource requirementsCreate & consume SecretsUnderstand ServiceAccountsUnderstand Application Security (SecurityContexts, Capabilities, etc.)Services and Networking (20%)Demonstrate basic understanding of NetworkPoliciesProvide and troubleshoot access to applications via servicesUse Ingress rules to expose applicationsWhat You'll AchievePractical Kubernetes Skills: Develop real-world applications that run on Kubernetes clusters.Exam Readiness: Master all CKAD exam domains with hands-on practice.Industry Recognition: Earn the globally recognized CKAD certification.Career Advancement: Position yourself for roles in cloud-native development.Course FeaturesExam-focused Content: Aligned with current CKAD exam objectives.Exam Tips: Quick tips to help you perform better in the exam.Practical Examples: Real-world scenarios and use cases.CKAD Exam InfoDuration: 2 hoursFormat: Performance-based (hands-on)Questions: 15-20 tasks to completePassing Score: 66%Enroll now and start your journey toward becoming a Certified Kubernetes Application Developer!

Who this course is for:
Application Developers wanting to build cloud-native applications., DevOps Engineers looking to enhance their container orchestration skills.