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Become a cloud pro with GitOps! Get hands-on with Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm. Learn to use Flux and Flagger for efficient, hassle-free cloud-native operations. No setup, no cleanup, no hassle.
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GitOps is an operational model that allows developers to accelerate the delivery of cloud-native applications that run on Kubernetes. In this course, you’ll learn the essential principles behind GitOps and how to apply the operational model to modern cloud-native systems. The course provides a detailed description of the relationship between GitOps and technologies like Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm. You’ll gain hands-on experience managing containerized workloads that run on Kubernetes using Flux. Addition...Show More
GitOps is an operational model that allows developers to accelerate the delivery of cloud-native applications that run on Kubern...Show More

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

An in-depth understanding of GitOps and its application to operations of cloud-native systems
A working knowledge of GitOps and an understanding of its underlying concepts
Familiarity with the core components of Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm
An in-depth understanding of Flux for managing cloud-native applications
Hands-on experience with Flagger for executing progressive delivery strategies
An in-depth understanding of GitOps and its application to operations of cloud-native systems

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Content

41 Lessons2 Projects6 Quizzes1 Assessment

1.

Introduction to GitOps

7 Lessons

Get familiar with GitOps principles, benefits, and practical applications in cloud-native environments.
Course Introduction
An Overview of GitOps
The Emergence of GitOps
How GitOps Works
GitOps Benefits
Where GitOps is Applied
Quiz Yourself: Introduction to GitOps

3.

Architecting GitOps-based Systems

5 Lessons

Break apart the essential processes for architecting and managing GitOps-based containerized applications on Kubernetes.
Containerizing an Application
Storing Containers
Provisioning a Kubernetes Cluster
Running Applications on Kubernetes
Quiz Yourself: Architecting GitOps-based Systems

5.

Using Flux with Helm

5 Lessons

Deliver applications efficiently by integrating Helm with Flux for streamlined Kubernetes management.
Introduction to Helm
Managing Releases with Helm
Using Flux with Helm
Delivering Applications with Helm and Flux
Quiz Yourself: Using Flux with Helm

6.

Advanced Deployment Models with Flagger

3 Lessons

See how Flagger enhances deployment strategies like canary deployments and traffic management in Kubernetes.
Introduction to Flagger
Canary Deployments with Flagger
Quiz Yourself: Advanced Deployment Models with Flagger

7.

Wrapping up

1 Lessons

Approach new GitOps applications with foundational knowledge and continuous learning.
Conclusion

8.

Appendix

1 Lessons

Try out Flagger for progressive delivery in Kubernetes using Helm and a routing provider.
Flagger Installation
Certificate of Completion
Showcase your accomplishment by sharing your certificate of completion.

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