Containerization and Virtualization Concepts
Learn the essentials of VMs, containers, Docker, and Kubernetes. Understand the differences to get started!
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Docker, containers, Kubernetes, VMs? You've heard these terms before, but you're not quite sure what they mean? In this course, you'll gain the foundational knowledge you need about containerization and virtualization to step up your game in modern software development.
In the end, you'll be armed with the knowledge you need to continue your deep dive into Docker and Kubernetes, and to inform your future architectural decisions.
Distinguish between containers and virtual machines
Understand the key differences and choose the right technology for your use case.Understand Docker and Kubernetes
Learn about Docker, the industry-standard tool for building containers, and explore Kubernetes, the container orchestration platform.Understand Dockerfiles
Learn how to read the recipes (Dockerfiles) that define your container applications.Run your first containerized application
Get your hands dirty and run your first containerized application from the command line interface!In the end, you'll be armed with the knowledge you need to continue your deep dive into Docker and Kubernetes, and to inform your future architectural decisions.
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Foundations of Containerization and Virtualization
FreeExplore the concept of virtualization, its benefits, and the emergence of containerization as a lightweight alternative. You will then delve into the key differences between containers and virtual machines, enabling you to determine the ideal solution for your needs.
Introduction to virtualization50 xpLimitations of physical machines50 xpDefining virtual machine50 xpBenefits of virtualization100 xpIntroduction to containerization50 xpDefinition of containerization50 xpBenefits of containers100 xpVirtualization and containerization50 xpVirtual machines vs. containers100 xpUse cases of containerization & virtualization50 xpBenefits of containers vs. virtual machines100 xp - 2
Applications of Containerization
Dive into the practical applications of containers and their orchestration. Learn about the modern tech stack of Docker and Kubernetes, and get hands-on in the final lesson by learning how to read Dockerfiles and run your first containerized application!
Containerization with Docker50 xpThe Docker platform50 xpActions with Docker objects100 xpDocker's client-server architecture50 xpContainer orchestration50 xpDefinition of container orchestration50 xpBenefits of container orchestration100 xpApplication of container orchestration50 xpContainer orchestration with Kubernetes50 xpThe Kubernetes platform50 xpImportant Kubernetes components100 xpDocker and Kubernetes50 xpReading Dockerfiles and running containers50 xpUnderstanding a Dockerfile100 xpBuilding and running a Docker container100 xpWrap-up50 xp
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