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Course Outline

Module 1 – Fundamentals of Container Platforms

  • Overview of container technologies and runtime environments
  • Architectural overview of Kubernetes
  • Positioning OpenShift within the cloud-native ecosystem for government
  • Key cluster components and associated terminology

Module 2 – Installation and Access to OpenShift

  • Deployment and installation methodologies
  • Cluster architecture details
  • Utilizing the Command-Line Interface and Web Console
  • Initial system configuration
  • Validation of cluster operational health

Module 3 – Administration of Projects and User Access

  • Management of namespaces and project structures
  • Principles of user identity verification
  • Implementation of Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
  • Configuration and management of service accounts
  • Establishment of resource quotas and usage limits

Module 4 – Application Deployment Strategies

  • Creation and management of application workloads
  • Deployment mechanisms and rollout strategies
  • Effective configuration management practices
  • Handling of sensitive data and secrets
  • Management of environment variables

Module 5 – Network Configuration

  • Internal network architecture and communication
  • Definition and management of Services
  • Routing mechanisms and ingress control
  • Domain Name System (DNS) integration concepts
  • Implementation of network security policies

Module 6 – Persistent Storage Management

  • Management of persistent volumes
  • Utilization of persistent volume claims
  • Configuration of storage classes
  • Support for stateful application workloads
  • Strategies for data backup and recovery

Module 7 – Cluster Operational Management

  • Methods for scaling application workloads
  • Application scheduling techniques
  • Efficient resource allocation and management
  • Procedures for node maintenance and upkeep
  • Use of labels and taints for node management

Module 8 – Monitoring and Troubleshooting

  • Analysis of system logs
  • Review of cluster events
  • Interpretation of performance metrics
  • Diagnostic procedures for failed workloads
  • Ongoing performance monitoring
  • Identification and resolution of common operational issues

Module 9 – Security Best Practices

  • Configuration of security contexts
  • Secure management of secrets and credentials
  • Container image security standards
  • Auditing of access controls and activities
  • Hardening measures for the platform environment

Module 10 – Platform Maintenance and Lifecycle

  • Development of backup strategies
  • Process for applying cluster updates
  • Planning for system maintenance windows
  • Adherence to operational best practices
  • Concepts and strategies for disaster recovery

Course Delivery Format

  • Interactive instructional sessions and facilitated discussions
  • Comprehensive hands-on practical exercises
  • Laboratory scenarios modeled on real-world administrative tasks for government

Customization Options for the Course

  • Training content adapted to align with specific organizational environments and operational requirements
  • Practical labs conducted on OpenShift or compatible Kubernetes-based platforms, based on existing infrastructure constraints

Disclaimer: OpenShift is a registered trademark of Red Hat, Inc. This program is independently developed and delivered by NobleProg. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorized by Red Hat.

Requirements

Prerequisites

  • Fundamental understanding of container technologies and Docker concepts
  • Proficiency in Linux system administration
  • Basic knowledge of DevOps principles is recommended

Target Audience

  • System Administrators
  • DevOps Engineers
  • Platform Engineers
  • Cloud and Infrastructure Architects
 35 Hours

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