1 – Getting Started

2 – Docker Images & Containers

3 – Managing Data & Working with Volumes

04 – Networking (Cross-)Container Communication

1 Welcome to the Course

Welcome to the Practical Docker & Kubernetes Bootcamp!

In today’s fast-paced tech landscape, the ability to rapidly deploy, scale, and manage applications is no longer a luxury – it’s a necessity. Traditional deployment methods often lead to “it works on my machine” syndrome, inconsistencies, and significant operational overhead. That’s where containers and container orchestration step in, revolutionizing how we build, ship, and run software.

This bootcamp is your gateway to mastering two of the most powerful and widely adopted technologies in this space: Docker and Kubernetes. We’ll move beyond the theoretical and dive deep into practical, hands-on exercises that will equip you with the skills to confidently containerize your applications, manage them efficiently, and orchestrate complex deployments with ease.

Over the next few days, you will learn to:

  • Understand the core concepts of containerization with Docker: From building your first Dockerfile to managing images, volumes, and networks.

  • Containerize real-world applications: Transform your existing projects into portable, consistent Docker images.

  • Demystify Kubernetes: Grasp the architecture and fundamental components of the world’s leading container orchestrator.

  • Deploy and manage applications on Kubernetes: From simple pods to complex deployments, services, and ingress controllers.

  • Implement best practices for production-ready deployments: Learn about scaling, self-healing, rolling updates, and more.

  • Troubleshoot common issues: Gain practical experience in diagnosing and resolving problems in containerized environments.

Whether you’re a developer looking to streamline your workflow, an operations professional aiming to enhance infrastructure reliability, or simply curious about the future of application deployment, this bootcamp is designed to provide you with the practical knowledge and confidence to leverage Docker and Kubernetes effectively.

Get ready to roll up your sleeves, write some code, and transform the way you think about application deployment. Let’s get started!