Kubernetes and Gitlab Training Course

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate to advanced-level professionals who wish to apply GitLab for advanced CI/CD workflows, project structuring, and collaborative development using the Free edition of GitLab. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Implement advanced GitLab CI/CD pipelines with custom runners and reusable templates. - Organize projects effectively using groups and namespaces. - Collaborate on code, issues, and documentation using Markdown and GitLab tools. - Apply GitLab Pages, release workflows, and secure configurations in real-world projects for government.

DO180 is an introductory course on containers, Kubernetes fundamentals, and Red Hat OpenShift platform concepts, with a focus on practical, hands-on skills development.

This instructor-led, live training (available both online and onsite) is designed for beginner to intermediate technical professionals who are interested in learning container workflows, Kubernetes basics, and how to deploy and operate applications on OpenShift.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Build and manage container images and registries using best practices for reproducibility and security.
• Deploy and manage Kubernetes objects such as pods, deployments, and services within OpenShift.
• Leverage OpenShift features like routes, build configurations, and the web console to enhance application delivery.
• Implement persistent storage, configuration management, and secrets handling for stateful workloads.
• Apply basic security measures, role-based access control (RBAC), and monitoring practices to ensure healthy clusters and applications.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Hands-on labs in a live OpenShift environment each day.
• Scenario-driven exercises and troubleshooting workshops.

Customization Options for Government

• To request a customized training tailored to the specific needs of your agency, please contact us to arrange.

In this instructor-led, live training in US, participants will learn how to manage the Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform for government environments.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Create, configure, manage, and troubleshoot OpenShift clusters for government use.
• Deploy containerized applications on-premises, in public clouds, or on hosted clouds for government operations.
• Secure the OpenShift Container Platform to meet government security standards.
• Monitor and gather metrics to ensure compliance with government regulations.
• Manage storage solutions that align with government data management policies.

In this instructor-led, live training in [location] (onsite or remote), participants will learn how to create and manage Docker containers, then deploy a sample application within a container. They will also gain the skills to automate, scale, and manage their containerized applications within a Kubernetes cluster. The training further delves into advanced topics, guiding participants through securing, scaling, and monitoring a Kubernetes cluster for government use. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Set up and run a Docker container. - Deploy a containerized server and web application. - Build and manage Docker images. - Set up a Docker and Kubernetes cluster. - Use Kubernetes to deploy and manage a clustered web application. - Secure, scale, and monitor a Kubernetes cluster for government operations.

The objective of this practical course is to equip participants with the essential tools needed to address the practical aspects of Docker and Kubernetes. This ensures that participants will have the necessary skills for the effective management of these technologies for government use.

Training objectives: Acquire theoretical and operational skills in Docker and Kubernetes.

In this instructor-led, live training for government, participants will learn how to utilize the OpenShift Container Platform to deploy containerized applications. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Create and configure an OpenShift setup. - Efficiently deploy applications on-premise, in public cloud environments, or on hosted clouds.

This instructor-led, live training in [location] (onsite or remote) is designed for government developers who wish to set up and use GitLab for version control and continuous integration. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Install and configure GitLab. - Understand how to implement an alternative to GitHub for government use. - Use GitLab to manage a DevOps lifecycle in a public sector environment. - Utilize GitLab for Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery processes. - Efficiently develop, release, and test software using GitLab for government projects.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is designed for government users at the beginner level, providing an introduction to Git from a user perspective and covering common collaboration and branching strategies. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Understand the differences between 2nd generation version control systems (e.g., SVN) and 3rd generation systems (e.g., Git). - Utilize Git for version control. - Manage changes effectively. - Explain the concepts of staging and committing. - Set up branches for efficient workflow management. - Work with remote and local repositories. - Resolve merge conflicts. - Add tags to versions. - Collaborate with a team and conduct code reviews for planned changes. - Implement project planning strategies. - Adhere to best practices for working together on features. This training is tailored to enhance the version control skills of government personnel, ensuring they can effectively manage and collaborate on projects within their organizations.

This instructor-led, live training in [location] (online or onsite) is designed for engineers who wish to use Helm to streamline the process of installing and managing Kubernetes applications for government. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Install and configure Helm. - Create reproducible builds of Kubernetes applications. - Share applications as Helm charts. - Run third-party applications saved as Helm charts. - Manage releases of Helm packages.

In this instructor-led, live training in US (onsite or remote), participants will learn how to deploy a collection of sample servers within containers, then automate, scale, and manage their containerized servers within a Kubernetes cluster. The training progresses to more advanced topics, guiding participants through the process of securing, networking, and monitoring a Kubernetes cluster for government applications. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Set up and run a Docker container. - Deploy containerized databases and servers. - Establish a Docker and Kubernetes cluster. - Use Kubernetes to deploy and manage various environments under the same cluster. - Secure, scale, and monitor a Kubernetes cluster for government use.

EKS is a self-managed Kubernetes-as-a-service offering from AWS. EKS is fully scalable and customizable, enabling a Kubernetes deployment to mimic or integrate with an existing on-premise Kubernetes setup.

In this instructor-led, live training, participants will learn how to set up and manage a production-scale container environment using Kubernetes on EKS for government operations.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Configure and manage Kubernetes on EKS
• Migrate an existing Kubernetes environment from on-premise to the AWS cloud
• Integrate Kubernetes with third-party continuous integration (CI) software
• Ensure high availability and disaster recovery in Kubernetes
• Understand and adopt the tools available to efficiently manage EKS for government use cases

Audience

• Developers
• System Administrators
• DevOps Engineers

Format of the Course

• Part lecture, part discussion, exercises, and extensive hands-on practice in a live-lab environment.

Note

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in US (online or onsite) is designed for government software developers and DevOps professionals at the beginner to intermediate level who wish to learn how to set up and manage a local Kubernetes environment using Minikube. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Install and configure Minikube on their local machine. - Understand the fundamental concepts and architecture of Kubernetes for government use. - Deploy and manage containers using kubectl and the Minikube dashboard. - Set up persistent storage and networking solutions for Kubernetes in a government context. - Utilize Minikube for developing, testing, and debugging applications for government projects.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level developers and DevOps engineers who wish to incorporate Minikube into their development workflows for government. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Set up and manage a local Kubernetes environment using Minikube. - Understand how to deploy, manage, and debug applications on Minikube. - Integrate Minikube into their continuous integration and deployment pipelines for government. - Optimize their development process using Minikube's advanced features. - Apply best practices for local Kubernetes development in alignment with public sector standards.

This instructor-led, live course in US offers participants a comprehensive overview of Rancher, tailored for government use. Through hands-on practice, attendees will learn how to effectively deploy and manage a Kubernetes cluster using Rancher, ensuring alignment with public sector workflows and governance requirements.