This post is not really mine. I saved it here as a pointer to those who are reading this blog and want to take the next steps to get their hands dirty with k8s. I have a habit of bookmarking things that I find as useful pointers. So I thought why not use one of my bookmarks as pointers to those who come here.

In order to get a deeper understanding of Kubernetes, now that you have gone through the very basic concepts:

1. Learn container fundamentals.
2. Practice Locally (Minikube or Kind)

Additional Free courses

1. Introduction to Kubernetes (The Linux Foundation)
2. Kubernetes. io Tutorials

Hands on practice

1. The Hard Way Series by Kelsey Hightower
2. KodeKloud Kubernetes Labs

At this point, you are ready to deploy your first project, try deploying a simple application like a Node.js or Python app using Kubernetes Deployments and Services.

If YAML feels overwhelming, don’t worry, just start with basic manifests and explore kubectl explain to understand configuration fields.

As you progress, try Helm charts or Kustomize for managing complex configurations.

From here, dive deeper into Kubernetes concepts:

• RBAC: To manage permissions.
• Networking: Explore Services, Ingress controllers, and network policies.
• Storage: Understand Persistent Volumes (PVs) and Persistent Volume Claims (PVCs).

Bear these in mind

1. Start small and experiment. Build confidence by deploying simple applications and iterating on features like autoscaling, ConfigMaps, and Secrets.

2. Use official resources and documentation. Refer to kubernetes.io for trusted information and tutorials.

3. Engage with real-world use cases. Collaborate with others in forums, GitHub repos, or through the Kubernetes Community

You don’t need to know everything to be effective. Concentrate on areas relevant to your projects and expand your expertise over time.

Emphasize hands-on practice and apply your knowledge.

That’s how you succeed with Kubernetes.