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Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) Training Course

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9/10

Duration

4 Days

Course Overview

This course is for developers who want to stop treating Kubernetes like a black box and start building, deploying, and managing real applications inside it. Whether you’re developing microservices or containerizing legacy apps, CKAD gives you the hands-on skills to thrive in cloud-native environments. You’ll learn how to work with pods, services, volumes, configs, and deployments—all while mastering the developer’s side of Kubernetes.

Format of Training

  • CLI-heavy hands-on labs using kubectl and YAML
  • Real-time app deployment and debugging practice
  • Scenario-based learning aligned with the CKAD exam
  • Build-run-crash-fix style exercises to reinforce concepts

Course Objectives

  1. Design and build containerized applications for Kubernetes
  2. Define and manage deployments, services, and volumes using YAML
  3. Use ConfigMaps and Secrets to externalize configuration
  4. Implement health checks, probes, and graceful shutdowns
  5. Troubleshoot running apps using logs, events, and debugging tools
  6. Understand best practices for application lifecycle management in Kubernetes
  7. Prepare thoroughly for the CKAD certification exam

Prerequisites

Course Outline

Day 1: Kubernetes Architecture for Developers
Session 1: What Developers Need to Know About Kubernetes

  • Pods, containers, and control loops explained simply

  • Namespaces, labels, and resource management

Session 2: Working with Pods and Deployments

  • Creating and scaling deployments

  • Rolling updates and rollback strategies

Day 2: Configuration, Secrets, and Networking
Session 1: Managing Configurations and Secrets

  • Using ConfigMaps and Secrets the right way

  • Environment variables, command overrides, and mounting files

Session 2: Connecting Components with Services

  • ClusterIP, NodePort, and headless services

  • Ingress basics for external access

Day 3: Observability, Debugging, and Lifecycle Management
Session 1: Logging, Monitoring, and Probes

  • Liveness and readiness probes

  • Getting insights from logs, events, and kubectl describe

Session 2: Handling App Crashes and Debugging

  • Debug pods and ephemeral containers

  • Common error patterns and troubleshooting steps

Day 4: Volume Management and Certification Prep
Session 1: Volumes and Persistent Storage

  • Working with emptyDir, hostPath, and PVCs

  • StatefulSets overview for persistent apps

Session 2: CKAD Exam Review and Practice

  • Command-line tips and speed strategies

  • Practice tasks and mock exam simulation

Bespoke Option

We are open to customizing this program to align with your specific learning objectives. If your team has particular goals or areas they wish to focus on, we would be happy to tailor the course outline to meet those needs and ensure the program supports the achievement of your desired outcomes.

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Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) Training Course

Course Name: Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) Training Course

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