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01 Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS)
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View Course Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)
Build and deploy cloud-native applications on Kubernetes like a pro
4 days (28h)
Intermediate
On-site
Remote
Max 12 participants
Starting from
€1800
/person
- Pre-provisioned lab environment
- Course materials included
- Certificate of completion
- Post-course support
Custom quotes available for teams
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Who Is This For
Who Is This For
This course is designed for:
- Application developers deploying to Kubernetes
- DevOps engineers focused on application lifecycle
- Software engineers transitioning to cloud-native development
- Backend developers working with containerized applications
This course is NOT for:
- Those focused on cluster administration (see CKA course)
- Complete beginners with no container experience
What You'll Learn
What You'll Learn
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- 1 Design and build cloud-native applications for Kubernetes
- 2 Configure applications using ConfigMaps, Secrets, and environment variables
- 3 Implement proper health checks and resource management
- 4 Debug and troubleshoot application deployments
- 5 Pass the CKAD certification exam
Prerequisites
Before attending, you should have:
- Basic understanding of containers and Docker
- Familiarity with at least one programming language
- Basic Linux command-line skills
Course Outline
4-Day Course Outline
What you'll cover each day
Day 1 Application Design & Build
6 topics • 7h
Day 1
Application Design & Build
6 topics • 7h
Morning
- Cloud-native application principles
- Container image building best practices
- Multi-container pod patterns (sidecar, ambassador, adapter)
Hands-on Lab: Build and optimize container images for production
Afternoon
- Deployment strategies (rolling, blue-green, canary)
- Managing application configuration
- Init containers and lifecycle hooks
Hands-on Lab: Implement a zero-downtime deployment pipeline
Day 2 Application Configuration
6 topics • 7h
Day 2
Application Configuration
6 topics • 7h
Morning
- ConfigMaps and Secrets deep dive
- Environment variables and volume mounts
- Managing sensitive data securely
Hands-on Lab: Externalize configuration for a 12-factor app
Afternoon
- Resource requests and limits
- Quality of Service (QoS) classes
- Horizontal Pod Autoscaler
Hands-on Lab: Configure auto-scaling based on custom metrics
Day 3 Services & Networking
6 topics • 7h
Day 3
Services & Networking
6 topics • 7h
Morning
- Service discovery and DNS
- Exposing applications internally and externally
- Ingress configuration and routing
Hands-on Lab: Set up a microservices architecture with proper service mesh
Afternoon
- Network policies for application security
- Service accounts and RBAC for applications
- Pod security contexts
Hands-on Lab: Secure inter-service communication
Day 4 Observability & Exam Prep
6 topics • 7h
Day 4
Observability & Exam Prep
6 topics • 7h
Morning
- Logging strategies for containers
- Liveness, readiness, and startup probes
- Debugging techniques and kubectl mastery
Hands-on Lab: Implement comprehensive health monitoring
Afternoon
- CKAD exam format and strategies
- Time management and kubectl efficiency
- Practice exam scenarios
Hands-on Lab: Full CKAD practice exam simulation
Our Approach
Not Just Another Video Course
Every participant gets a pre-provisioned cloud environment with real-world tools and instructor assistance.
Real Environments
Work on actual cloud infrastructure, not sandboxed simulators. Kubernetes clusters, VMs, databases—all production-grade.
Remote Desktop Access
Your instructor can join your session instantly when you're stuck—see exactly what you see and guide you through.
Zero Setup Time
No "let's spend the first hour installing tools." Environments are pre-configured—you start learning immediately.
60% Hands-On Time
Most of each day is hands-on labs. The rest? Live demos, slides, and insider tips from your trainer.
training-lab-01
$ kubectl get pods -n training
NAME READY STATUS AGE
webapp-6d9f7b5c4-x2kl9 1/1 Running 2m
api-7f8d9c6b5-m3nj8 1/1 Running 2m
db-5c4d3b2a1-p4qr7 1/1 Running 2m
$ _
60%
hands-on practice
100%
real environments
Instructor can join your session
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CKA
CKAD
Your Instructor
Francesco Donzello
Lead Instructor & Founder
Francesco is a software engineer and certified Kubernetes administrator with over 10 years of experience building production systems. He founded Fraway in 2016 and has since trained 1000+ professionals across Europe in Kubernetes, Go, Flutter, and LLM development. His training approach emphasizes hands-on practice with real environments—not simulators—ensuring participants can apply skills immediately in their work.
CKA & CKAD certified instructor
1000+ professionals trained since 2016
Active practitioner building production systems
Delivered training at KPMG, Unicredit, Almaviva
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Professionals Trained
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Years Experience
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this course
01What's the difference between CKA and CKAD?
What's the difference between CKA and CKAD?
CKA focuses on cluster administration (setting up and managing clusters), while CKAD focuses on application development (building and deploying apps on existing clusters). Developers typically start with CKAD, administrators with CKA.
02Do I need to know Go or any specific language?
Do I need to know Go or any specific language?
No specific programming language is required. The exam and course focus on Kubernetes concepts, YAML manifests, and kubectl commands rather than application code.
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