Kubernetes Essentials Course
Learn Kubernetes the Right Way
Are you ready to master Kubernetes and become the go-to expert in your organization? Whether you're a complete beginner or have some experience, this Kubernetes Essentials Course is the structured, hands-on course you’ve been looking for.
The course is 100% free. The videos are available on YouTube and the course material is available here.
Why Choose This Course?
This course isn’t just about learning Kubernetes—it’s about understanding it deeply enough to use it confidently in real-world scenarios. With 30+ lessons across 9 comprehensive modules, you’ll gain expertise in everything from the basics to advanced topics like security, storage, and Kubernetes extensibility.
What You'll Learn
This course covers everything you need to become a Kubernetes expert:
Module 1: Kubernetes Fundamentals
Build a strong foundation.
- 1.1 Course Introduction (This unit)
- 1.2 VMs vs Containers
- 1.3 Container Orchestration (ETA 31st Dec)
Module 2: Workloads
Learn how to deploy and manager your applications
- 2.1 Pod
- 2.2 Deployment and ReplicaSet
- 2.3 StatefulSet and DaemonSet
- 2.4 Job and CronJob
Module 3: Networking
Understand connectivity and traffic routing
- 3.1 Service
- 3.2 Ingress
- 3.3 Gateway
- 3.4 Network Policies
- 3.5 DNS
Module 4: Storage
Persist your data
- 4.1 Ephemeral Volumes
- 4.2 Persistent Volumes
- 4.3 Storage Classes and Distributed Storage
Module 5: Configuration
Configure your application and make it resilient
- 5.1 ConfigMap
- 5.2 Secret
- 5.3 Liveliness, Readiness, and Startup Probes
- 5.4 Requests and Limits
Module 6: Security
Learn best security practices
- 6.1 Cloud Native Security
- 6.2 Pod Security Standards
- 6.3 RBAC
- 6.4 Service Accounts
Module 7: Scheduling
Learn how to control scheduling in a multi-node cluster
- 7.1 Assigning Pods to Nodes
- 7.2 Taints and Tolerations
Module 8: Extending Kubernetes
Extend and customize your cluster
- 8.1 Extending the Kubernetes API
- 8.2 Operators
Module 9: Bonus
Useful tools and methodologies to use with Kubernetes
- 9.1 Helm
- 9.2 GitOps (ArgoCD and FluxCD)
- 9.3 CertManager
- 9.4 Q&A
- 9.5 What's next?
Meet Your Instructor
I’m Marco Lenzo, a Lead Architect and Platform Owner with extensive experience running Kubernetes in production, both on-premises and in the cloud. My dual expertise as a software architect and systems administrator means I’ll guide you through Kubernetes from both a developer’s and an operator’s perspective.
I’m passionate about Kubernetes, and I’m here to make it accessible, practical, and enjoyable for you.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is perfect for:
- Beginners: No prior Kubernetes experience? No problem.
- Intermediate Users: Deepen your understanding and fill knowledge gaps.
- Developers: Learn how to deploy and manage apps in Kubernetes environments.
- Operations Professionals: Stay relevant by mastering this key technology.
- Homelab Enthusiasts: Take your personal projects to the next level.
If you're passionate about IT and want to future-proof your career, this course is for you.
Why Learn Kubernetes?
- Industry Standard: Kubernetes is the foundation of modern container orchestration.
- Career Opportunities: Gain skills that open doors to exciting roles in tech.
- Integration: Unlock access to a vast ecosystem of tools and technologies.
- Fun and Rewarding: Kubernetes isn’t just powerful—it’s enjoyable to learn and use.
What to Expect
Each lesson includes:
- Clear Concepts: Simplified explanations with diagrams and animations.
- Practical Demos: Hands-on tutorials for creating, updating, and troubleshooting Kubernetes resources.
- Exercises: Apply what you’ve learned with real-world challenges.
- Free Resources: Printable slides, code snippets, and transcripts—all free on my website.
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Course Index
Go to the dedicated course index page.