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Introduction to Kubernetes
Container technologies are the backbone of automated deployments and scalable cloud infrastructures today. Those who master Kubernetes can operate systems flexibly, manage resources efficiently, and actively shape modern DevOps workflows.
Key topics
- Structure and components of Kubernetes clusters
- Pods, Nodes, Deployments, and Services at a glance
- Applying container orchestration in cloud environments
- Resource scaling, scheduling, and capacity management
- YAML configurations and workload management
- Networking, storage, and security concepts in Kubernetes
- Rolling updates and automated operational processes
- DevOps principles applied in practice
Prerequisite
Some experience with Linux and container environments, along with a basic understanding of system administration and cloud technologies, is expected.
Target group
Suited for DevOps-oriented teams, system administrators, cloud engineers, software development teams, and anyone who wants to work productively with infrastructure as code and container platforms.
Kubernetes is one of the most widely used standards in the cloud space. Those who master the platform create the foundation for stable, scalable, and low-maintenance IT environments in modern enterprise infrastructures.
Course Content
Fundamentals of Container Orchestration
- Core concepts of container orchestration
- Complexity without an orchestration layer
- Comparing popular orchestration tools such as Docker Swarm and Kubernetes
Kubernetes at a Glance
- Getting started with Kubernetes
- Core concepts and typical use cases
- How Kubernetes became the dominant industry standard
Kubernetes Architecture: An Overview
- Role and structure of the control plane and worker nodes
- Core components of a Kubernetes cluster
Installing Kubernetes
- Available installation methods
- System requirements and prerequisites
Setting Up a Single-Node Kubernetes Cluster with Minikube
- Setting up and configuring Minikube
- Launching a local cluster
- Initial cluster configuration
Minikube: Access and Operation
- Connecting to the running cluster
- Working with kubectl
- Opening the Kubernetes Dashboard
Core Building Blocks of Kubernetes
- Understanding Pods in Kubernetes
- ReplicaSets for high availability
- Configuring and managing Deployments
- Organizing resources with Namespaces
- Using Labels and Selectors effectively
Security: Authentication, Authorization, and Admission Control
- Overview of security mechanisms in Kubernetes
- RBAC: managing roles and permissions systematically
- Setting up and applying Admission Controllers
Kubernetes Services in Action
- Overview of service types
- Service discovery in Kubernetes
Deploying Your First Application
- Successfully deploying your first application
- Creating and customizing YAML configuration files
- Differences between a Deployment and a Pod
Data Persistence: Volumes in Kubernetes
- Concepts of persistent data storage
- Setting up Volumes and Persistent Volumes
- Creating and using Persistent Volume Claims
Multi-Tier Applications in Kubernetes
- Building multi-tier applications: frontend, backend, and database
- Service communication in a multi-tier environment
- Scaling applications purposefully
Configuration with ConfigMaps and Secrets
- Centralized management of application configurations
- Storing sensitive data securely with Secrets
- Recommendations for production use
Ingress: External Access to Kubernetes Services
- Routing external traffic into the cluster
- HTTP routing and load balancing with Ingress
- Setting up and managing Ingress controllers
Advanced Kubernetes Topics at a Glance
- Managing applications with Helm
- Cluster monitoring with Prometheus and similar tools
- Centralized log management in Kubernetes
- Automatic scaling of workloads
Kubernetes Community and Ecosystem
- The open-source ecosystem around Kubernetes
- The role and significance of the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF)
- Community resources and learning opportunities
Up to 100% funding for your continuing education
Attractive funding opportunities are available for numerous continuing education programs – depending on the funding program, up to 100% funding is possible.
The requirement is that you live or work in Germany. Our funding opportunities are not available outside of Germany.
Funding opportunities are available for career starters, job seekers, career changers, startups, experienced professionals, those seeking career advancement, and specialists.
Why is Kubernetes so important for modern IT infrastructures?
- Automating scaling, deployments, and container management reduces manual effort and creates stable platform conditions.
How do you use Kubernetes in day-to-day operations?
- The course covers real-world workflows for container orchestration, cluster operations, and automated deployments – in a hands-on setting.
Which tools does the Kubernetes course work with?
- The focus is on Kubernetes, kubectl, Pods, and Deployments – complemented by selected cloud-native tools for production use.
What drives companies worldwide to adopt Kubernetes?
- Applications can be rolled out faster, scaled more easily, and operated more reliably – making Kubernetes the preferred platform in modern IT environments.
Which specific problems does Kubernetes take off the team's plate?
- Complex deployment processes, system failures, and manual infrastructure maintenance are automated – operations become more stable and controllable.
What role does Kubernetes play in cloud and DevOps careers?
- Kubernetes skills are among the most in-demand competencies for IT, cloud, and platform teams in modern organizations.
What do you concretely gain by getting started with Kubernetes?
- A solid understanding of scalable systems, modern infrastructure concepts, and professional container environments for everyday production work.
Why does Kubernetes rank among the key technologies of the coming years?
- Containerization and automation are the foundation of modern cloud platforms – and therefore indispensable for future-proof IT architectures.
