Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) Exam Prep Course

This course is offered through a partnership between the UW–Madison Division of Continuing Studies and Clarusway, an IT training company which specializes in preparing students for IT careers.

Join this CKAD certification course to master Kubernetes for modern enterprises. Learn industry best practices, hands-on techniques and gain the certification to excel in the world of containerized application development.

Learning objectives:

1. Master core concepts and architecture of Kubernetes
2. Understand how to deploy, configure and manage containerized applications within Kubernetes clusters
3. Learn best practices for designing and building applications that run on Kubernetes
4. Develop skills in troubleshooting, debugging and optimizing Kubernetes workloads
5. Gain proficiency in using Kubernetes resources such as Pods, Deployments, Services and PersistentVolumes
6. Explore advanced topics such as security, networking and scalability in Kubernetes environments
7. Practice with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios to prepare for the CKAD certification exam effectively

Our four-week part-time program offers the flexibility to enhance your skills while balancing your current employment. Learn through live online classes, hands-on activities and real-world projects three days per week.

Kubernetes is the most popular tool for container orchestration. Most companies have been adopting this tool. The need for IT professionals who know Kubernetes is higher than ever.

Gain new skills by earning a certificate and strengthen your skill set! Give yourself a competitive advantage in the demanding, ever-changing IT market. A CKAD certificate can help you land a new role or provide increased job security with your current employer.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to become a certified Kubernetes application developer and unlock endless career possibilities in the world of cloud-native applications!

Expert-led training: Learn online from industry-leading professionals with extensive experience in Kubernetes and containerized application development. Our instructors are Kubernetes certified application developers. When you learn from professionals currently working in the industry, you receive the highest level of guidance and current knowledge-based instruction.

Comprehensive curriculum: Our course is carefully crafted to cover all aspects of the CKAD exam syllabus. From core concepts to advanced techniques, you'll gain hands-on experience in deploying, managing and scaling applications on Kubernetes.

Practical approach: We believe in learning by doing. Through a series of practical exercises, real-world scenarios and interactive labs, you'll gain the practical skills and confidence to tackle any Kubernetes challenge that comes your way.

Exam preparation: Our course is specifically designed to prepare you for the CKAD certification exam. We'll provide you with valuable tips and tricks to ensure you're fully prepared to ace the test and earn your CKAD certification.

Networking opportunities: Connect with a vibrant community of like-minded IT professionals, developers and Kubernetes enthusiasts. Expand your professional network and engage in knowledge-sharing sessions to further enhance your learning experience.

Flexible learning options: We understand your busy schedule. That's why we offer flexible learning options with online learning. Start your CKAD journey with a team of experts to guide you every step of the way!

Course content

Application design and build

• Define, build and modify container images
• Understand Jobs and CronJobs
• Understand multi-container Pod design patterns (e.g., sidecar, init, and others)
• Utilize persistent and ephemeral volumes

Application deployment

• Use Kubernetes primitives to implement common deployment strategies
• Understand Deployments and how to perform rolling updates
• Use the Helm package manager to deploy existing packages

Application observability and maintenance

• Understand API deprecations Implement probes and health checks
• Use provided tools to monitor Kubernetes applications
• Utilize container logs
• Debugging in Kubernetes

Application environment, configuration, and security

• Discover and use resources that extend Kubernetes (CRD)
• Understand authentication, authorization and admission control
• Understanding and defining resource requirements, limits and quotas
• Understand ConfigMaps
• Create & consume Secrets
• Understand ServiceAccounts
• Understand SecurityContexts

Services and networking

• Demonstrate a basic understanding of network policies
• Provide and troubleshoot access to applications via services
• Use Ingress rules to expose applications