Getting Started with Google Kubernetes Engine

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Google via Coursera

Upskill yourself by enrolling into the course- Getting Started with Google Kubernetes Engine offered by Google cloud and presented by Coursera.

Lavel

Intermediate

Mode

Online

Duration

6 Weeks

Quick Facts

particular details
Medium of instructions English
Mode of learning Self study
Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based

Course overview

In the present era of booming computer technology where there is an ever-increasing demand for data storage to manage, deploy, and run applications and software. As Kubernetes is the software that is available in open-source, it can be used to run the applications that are containerized without making any changes in the operational tools. The programme Getting Started with Google Kubernetes Engine provides understanding to the participants about the Docker container and storing the workload in it. It also provides insight to station the Docker containers to the Kubernetes cluster supplied by the Google Kubernetes engine and handling the increased traffic by scaling the workload.  

The entrant will be introduced to the basic working of Google Container Registry along with the basics of containers and Docker. They will be deploying the applications having microservices in a cluster of Kubernetes. The participants will also get an insight to deploy novel code in the cluster of Kubernetes to dispense the updates of the application. Also, they will learn how to create a continuous delivery pipeline.

The highlights

  • Professional instructors from top universities and companies. 
  • Offered by Google cloud 
  • The hands-on learning experience of the projects.
  • The flexibility of the course completion
  • Online shareable certificate 
  • Reading material and videos availability
  • 6 hours course duration

Program offerings

  • Pre recorded video
  • Reading materials
  • Exercises.

Course and certificate fees

To get started with the course, subscribe to Coursera. You will be provided with a 7-days free trial and then continue by paying Rs. 4,115 per month.

Fee details for Getting Started with Google Kubernetes Engine programme

Course name

Fee in INR

Audit mode Free

Getting Started with Google Kubernetes Engine (1 month)

Rs. 4,115

Getting Started with Google Kubernetes Engine (3 months)
Rs. 8,230
Getting Started with Google Kubernetes Engine (6 months)
Rs. 12,345
certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

Coursera

Eligibility criteria

Certification Qualifying Details

To get the certificate of completion, a candidate needs to complete the entire programme. 

What you will learn

Knowledge of cloud computing

After completion of the Getting Started with Google Kubernetes Engine programme the participants will become proficient in the following skills: 

  • Learn to manage the workloads in the Docker container and to containerize it.
  • Understand how to scale the workloads to elevate the traffic and station them on the Kubernetes cluster offered by Google Kubernetes Engine.
  • Get a deep insight into Jenkins software.
  •  Get acquainted with the delivery pipeline.

The syllabus

Module 1: Course Introduction

Video
  • Course Introduction

Module 2: Introduction to Google Cloud

Videos
  • Introduction
  • Cloud Computing and Google Cloud
  • Resource Management
  • Billing
  • Interacting with Google Cloud
  • Lab Intro
  • Getting Started with Google Cloud Platform and Qwiklabs
  • Lab solution
  • Summary
Reading
  • Computing Options
Practice Exercises
  • Cloud Computing and Google Cloud
  • Resource Management
  • Billing
  • Interacting with Google Cloud
  • Introduction to Google Cloud

Module 3: Introduction to Containers and Kubernetes

Videos
  • Introduction
  • Introduction to Containers
  • Containers and Container Images
  • Lab Intro
  • Lab Solution
  • Introduction to Kubernetes
  • Introduction to Google Kubernetes Engine
  • Compute Options Detail
  • Summary
Practice Exercises
  • Introduction to Containers
  • Containers and Container Images
  • Introduction to Kubernetes
  • Introduction to Google Kubernetes Engine
  • Containers and Kubernetes in Google Cloud

Module 4: Kubernetes Architecture

Videos
  • Introduction
  • Kubernetes Concepts
  • Kubernetes Control Plane
  • Google Kubernetes Engine Concepts
  • Kubernetes Object Management
  • Lab Intro
  • Lab solution
  • Migrate for Anthos introduction
  • Migrate for Anthos Architecture
  • Migration Path
  • Migrate for Anthos Installation
  • Summary
Readings
  • A note about Deployments and ReplicaSets
  • A note about Services
  • Controller objects to know about
Practice Exercises
  • Kubernetes Concepts
  • Kubernetes Control Plane
  • Google Kubernetes Engine Concepts
  • Kubernetes Object Management
  • Kubernetes Controller Objects
  • Kubernetes Architecture

Module 5: Kubernetes Operations

Videos
  • Introduction
  • The kubectl command
  • Introspection
  • Lab introduction: Deploying GKE Autopilot Clusters from Cloud Shell
assignment
  • Quiz
app item
  • Lab: Deploying GKE Autopilot Clusters from Cloud Shell

Module 6: Course Summary

video
  • Course summary

Admission details

Step 1: Go to the official site of Coursera.

Step 2:  Search the course Getting Started with Google Kubernetes Engine.

Step 3:  Click on ‘Enroll for free to get started with 7-days free trial having complete access to the course materials. 

Step 4: A pop-up window containing the information and policy will open. Go through it and click on ‘Start free trial’.

Step 5: You will be asked for the details like Name on the card, card number, expiration date, CVV, and name of the country.

Step 6: Enter the details and get started with a free trial of 7 days.

Evaluation process

The assessment of the course will be in the form of quizzes.

How it helps

In present times, Data management and storage is most important and has always been a troubleshoot for software engineers. At times, the challenge is faced in managing data, deploying it to make it run in software and application. Kubernetes have the provision of containerizing the data on the open-source platform.

In the present era of booming computer technology where there is an increasing demand for data storage to manage, deploy, and run applications and software. As Kubernetes is the software that is available in open-source, it can be used to run the applications that are containerized without making any changes in the operational tools.

By enrolling in the programme the participant will get a deep understanding of the working of the Docker container and workload management in the Docker containers.

They will be able to scale the workload and deploy it to the Kubernetes cluster. The software engineers knowing Google Kubernetes engine and Jenkins software will be able to complete their projects and assignments of application development at a faster pace. They will also get expertise in managing the troubleshoot during software delivery.

FAQs

What are the career outcomes of the course?

One can have a boost in the career in terms of position and pay scale. Reviews from past learners depict that 28% of candidates got an opportunity to start a novel career, 33% of candidates received tangible benefits in their profession, and 18% of candidates enjoyed promotion and increased pay scale.

What kind of methodology is used for the teaching-learning process?

The teaching methods include projects and quizzes. Also, the participants will have access to reading material and pre-recorded videos.

Is there any provision of financial aid for the course?

The participant can learn the course for free by auditing the course. By doing so, they will be able to access the course materials. However, there will be no provision of assignments that are used for grading and Certificate after completion of the course.

Is there any flexibility provided for the course completion?

The entrant can learn at their own pace as the deadlines for the course completion are flexible. They can also reset and reschedule the set deadlines and schedule of learning as per their feasibility.

Is there any provision to get a refund of the monthly subscription of Coursera after course completion?

The subscription is charged every month. After the completion of 7 days free trial, if the participant fails to cancel the subscription after 7 days, there will be a deduction of monthly fees which won’t be refunded at any cost. However, they can cancel the subscription at any point in time to stop the deduction of the following month.

Can the participant take up more than one course at a time?

Yes, the participant can take up more than one course simultaneously.

Is there any provision to learn the course in the language other than English?

The pre-recorded videos are in English only. However, there is a provision of subtitles in Japanese, Spanish, and English language.

Who is the Instructor of the programme?

The course is being taught by professionals working in top universities and companies.

Will the participant get a certificate after the completion of the course?

The participant will be given a certificate that can be shared online in the resume and LinkedIn.

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