CNCF/Linux Foundation
Free introductory course on Kubernetes from the Cloud Native Computing Foundation and the Linux Foundation. Learn container orchestration fundamentals, cluster architecture, and how to deploy and manage applications on Kubernetes.
Duration
15-20 hours
Level
Beginner
Deadline
No Deadline
Basic familiarity with Linux command line and general understanding of application development concepts. No prior container or Kubernetes experience is needed.
Container Fundamentals — Understanding containers, Docker, and container runtimes
Kubernetes Architecture — Master control plane components, nodes, and cluster design
Pods & Workloads — Creating and managing Pods, Deployments, ReplicaSets, and StatefulSets
Services & Networking — Service types, Ingress controllers, DNS, and network policies
Storage & Configuration — Persistent volumes, ConfigMaps, Secrets, and storage classes
Monitoring & Troubleshooting — Logging, health checks, resource monitoring, and debugging applications
The Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) is part of the Linux Foundation and hosts critical open-source projects including Kubernetes, Prometheus, and Envoy. CNCF has over 800 member organizations shaping the future of cloud native technology.
Founded
2015
Location
San Francisco, California, USA
Recognition
Home of Kubernetes and Cloud Native Ecosystem
Complete walkthrough with screenshots, tips, and troubleshooting
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