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Introduction to Containers w/ Docker, Kubernetes & OpenShift

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Course Summary

This course covers IBM Containers, Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift, and teaches students how to deploy, manage, and scale containerized applications on the cloud.

Key Learning Points

Learn the basics of containerization and how to build and deploy containers using Docker
Explore Kubernetes and OpenShift and learn how to orchestrate and manage containerized applications at scale
Gain hands-on experience by deploying and managing real-world applications on IBM Cloud

Learning Outcomes

Understand the fundamentals of containerization and how to build and deploy containers using Docker
Learn how to orchestrate and manage containerized applications using Kubernetes and OpenShift
Gain hands-on experience by deploying and managing real-world applications on IBM Cloud

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic understanding of cloud computing
Familiarity with Linux command line

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

Online self-paced course
Hands-on labs and quizzes
Video lectures

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Description

After completing this course, you will be able to build applications in a cloud native way using containerization tools and technologies, and deploy your applications in any public, private or hybrid cloud at incredible scale. This course introduces you to containers and explains how containers differ from virtual machines. It also covers the importance of containers in cloud computing, as well as the emerging ecosystem of related technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, Red Hat OpenShift, and Istio.

Throughout the course you will apply what you learn with hands-on labs. From getting started with Docker, to orchestration and scaling with Kubernetes, and simplifying deployments with OpenShift. The labs are performed using your web browser on IBM Cloud and Skills Network Labs environments, that are made available to you at no charge. in the project at the end of the course you will build a container image and deploy and scale it on Cloud using OpenShift. Containerization is likely the most significant invention in IT since the introduction of virtualization. Open source projects like Kubernetes and products like Red Hat OpenShift have become standards for people looking to deploy and manage containers at scale. Everyone from small startups to large multinational corporations is transitioning to these technologies, and they are looking for people who are skilled in these areas. This course is of interest to anyone who wants to be a cloud practitioner - cloud developers, cloud architects, cloud system engineers, devops engineers, cloud networking specialists and many other roles. The material also serves the needs of those who perform the tasks of advising, consulting, building, moving and managing cloud solutions. There are no hard requirements needed to be able to take this course other than basic computer literacy, and a foundation level understanding of Cloud Computing.

Outline

Understanding the Benefits of Containers
Course Introduction
Introduction to Containers
Introduction to Docker
Building Container Images
Container Registries
Running Containers
Module 1 - Practice Quiz
Module 1 - Graded Quiz

Understanding Kubernetes Architecture
Container Orchestration
Kubernetes Architecture
Introduction to Kubernetes Objects
Basic Kubernetes Objects
Kubectl CLI
Using Kubernetes
Module 2 - Practice Quiz
Module 2 - Graded Quiz

Managing Applications with Kubernetes
Replica Sets
Autoscaling
Rolling Updates
Config Maps and Secrets
Service Binding
Module 3 - Practice Quiz
Module 3 - Graded Quiz

The Kubernetes Ecosystem: OpenShift, Istio, etc.
The Kubernetes Ecosystem
Introduction to Red Hat OpenShift
Red Hat OpenShift and Kubernetes
Builds
Operators
Istio
Module 4 - Practice Quiz
Module 4 - Graded Quiz

Final Assignment
Introduction to Final Project
Course Credits and Acknowledgements
Resources

Summary of User Reviews

This course on IBM Containers, Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift is highly recommended by many users who found it to be comprehensive, informative, and well-structured. The course covers a wide range of topics related to containers and orchestration, including containerization, deployment, scaling, and management.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Many users found the hands-on labs and exercises to be an excellent way to reinforce learning and gain practical experience.

Pros from User Reviews

Comprehensive coverage of containerization and orchestration
In-depth explanations and well-structured content
Hands-on labs and exercises for practical experience
Good pace and presentation style
Excellent support and engagement from the instructor

Cons from User Reviews

Requires prior knowledge of Linux and command-line interface
Some users found the labs to be challenging and time-consuming
Limited coverage of advanced topics
No certification or credential offered
Some users found the course to be too basic for their needs

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