Cloud-native Software Development and DevOps in practice with Docker and Kubernetes

This course is designed for business application developers who are new to DevOps and cloud-based deployment, providing a comprehensive understanding of the entire DevOps cycle and cloud-native development challenges. It requires a basic understanding of application packaging, networks, operating systems, and command-line interfaces, while knowledge of Java, Linux, Git, Docker, Kubernetes, and Spring Boot is beneficial. It is also ideal for those who have learned cloud solutions independently and now seek a structured, reliable foundation.

This course equips developers with the essential skills to work in cloud-native, DevOps-based projects, covering DevOps principles, cloud technologies, and deployment challenges. Through hands-on projects, participants will gain practical experience with Kubernetes, network security, and cloud-native application requirements. The flexible schedule allows for 8-12 hours of weekly learning, with personalized guidance from instructors. As cloud adoption grows, DevOps expertise is becoming a must-have for developers and other IT professionals, making this course a valuable investment in your career.

• DevOps & Cloud Fundamentals: Understand DevOps principles, benefits, and challenges, along with cloud computing concepts, types, and cloud-native approaches.
• Version Control & CI/CD: Learn Git best practices, the role of CI/CD in automation, source control integration, and package management basics.
• Containerization & Kubernetes: Explore containerization principles, multi-container cooperation, Kubernetes basics, and deployment strategies using Kustomize and Helm.
• Application Monitoring & Optimization: Gain hands-on experience with logging, health checks, tracing, metrics, and performance optimization in cloud environments.
• Configuration & Deployment Management: Master configuration management best practices and learn to implement efficient deployment strategies for scalable applications.

• The course will be held in English as well as all projects and questions will be submitted in English.
• E-learning materials, self-paced: Access interactive digital materials and guided coding videos to study at your own pace, with one year of rewatching available.
• Learn-by-doing approach, weekly schedule: Apply your knowledge through weekly practice exercises, requiring 8-12 hours of study each week.
• Constant mentoring, live sessions: Receive feedback on projects, ask questions anytime, and join live sessions for personalized support.
• Exam, certificate: Complete an exam and/or hand in your final project at the end of the course to earn a certificate for your CV and LinkedIn profile.