Complete Kubernetes: Easy & Practical Guide + Project

The Ultimate Kubernetes Course for Beginners: Now with Multilingual Subtitles!

Available with quality subtitles in Hindi, Spanish and English.

What is Kubernetes?

Kubernetes is the most powerful DevOps technology for managing (or orchestrating) the entire lifecycle of cloud applications. Google, for example, deploys more than 12 billion applications monthly based on Kubernetes, including well-known services such as Search, YouTube, Gmail, Google Play, Chrome, among others.

Currently, Kubernetes is a phenomenon in the technology sector, being adopted by the most innovative companies due to its versatility, security, and performance. With Kubernetes, it is possible to deliver new software and updates in record time, meeting the demands of the modern internet.

In summary, Kubernetes is a technology for orchestrating production-ready containers, according to the official definition of Kubernetes itself.

What is the difference between Kubernetes and GKE (Google), AKS (Azure), EKS (Amazon), ACK (Alibaba), among others?

The difference is significant, as GKE, AKS, EKS, and ACK are not Kubernetes themselves! Kubernetes is a container orchestration system, an independent, open, and free technology. This training will teach Kubernetes in its pure form, which can be fully reused in any environment with Kubernetes installed, whether locally or in the cloud.

In general terms, GKE, AKS, EKS, and ACK are products that use Kubernetes. They are provided as services by the companies Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Alibaba, respectively, to create an environment (cluster) where you can run your Kubernetes applications outside your company, that is, in their cloud. This is known as Managed Kubernetes Platform.

In summary, Kubernetes is the underlying technology, while GKE, AKS, EKS, and ACK are managed services that facilitate the deployment and operation of Kubernetes clusters in their respective clouds. Each of these services has its own specific characteristics and integrations, allowing you to choose the most suitable for your needs. Learning Kubernetes is essential to stand out in the world of distributed cloud applications with containers, regardless of the chosen platform.

Therefore, GKE, AKS, EKS, and ACK are, in essence, environments to install Kubernetes. They charge for this service and offer other additional services to add value to your Kubernetes environment (cluster).

Who owns Kubernetes?

Kubernetes is an open-source project under the management of the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF). The CNCF is a sub-organization of the Linux Foundation, a non-profit entity that also oversees the development of the Linux operating system. Therefore, although Kubernetes is a community project with contributions from various organizations and individuals, governance and strategic guidance are provided by the CNCF and, ultimately, by the Linux Foundation.

Why should I learn Kubernetes?

Learning Kubernetes puts you at the forefront of the expanding market for distributed cloud applications that use containers. With this course, you will have the opportunity to equip yourself with the same powerful tools used by industry giants!

The most impressive thing is to know which other organizations, besides Google, are using Kubernetes to innovate their systems. NASA, Nubank, Spotify, Adidas, Tinder, Airbnb, Bloomberg Financial Data Analytics, and Udemy are just a few examples of leading companies in innovation and market power that use Kubernetes.

This course will not only give you a deep understanding of Kubernetes but will also provide you with practical skills that you can immediately apply in your work. Whether to improve the efficiency of your current organization or to increase your employability in the market, knowledge of Kubernetes is a valuable skill that can open many doors for you.