OKD (Origin Kubernetes Distribution) for Administrators Training Course

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] (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.

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.

In this instructor-led, live training in [location] (online or onsite), participants will learn how to install, configure, and manage OpenShift Container Platform v4. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Understand OCI (Open Containers Initiative) and its implications for using container engines such as Docker in OpenShift. - Comprehend the relationship between different versions of OpenShift (OKP, OpenShift Container Platform, Red Hat OpenShift, etc.). - Create, configure, manage, and troubleshoot an OpenShift cluster. - Implement OpenShift's self-management capabilities to enhance platform stability and consistency for government operations. - Secure OpenShift Container Platform. - Monitor and gather metrics. - Manage storage. - Upgrade an OpenShift Container Platform 3 cluster to OpenShift Container Platform 4.

In this instructor-led, live training in US (online or onsite), participants will learn how to create, update, and maintain applications using OpenShift Container Platform for government environments.

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

• Understand OCI (Open Containers Initiative) and its implications for utilizing container engines such as Docker within OpenShift for government operations.
• Grasp the relationship between the different versions of OpenShift (OKP, OpenShift Container Platform, Red Hat OpenShift, etc.) in the context of public sector workflows.
• Automate the software delivery pipeline to enhance efficiency and security for government applications.
• Apply DevOps principles to deliver software continuously, ensuring alignment with governance and accountability standards for government projects.

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.