Running Containers on Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service

AWS Containers

Duration : 3 Days (24 Hours)

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AWS Containers Course Overview:

Amazon EKS simplifies Kubernetes management on AWS by eliminating the need for self-installed control planes. The Running Containers on Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (Amazon EKS) course focuses on container orchestration using Amazon EKS. Participants will learn how to build an EKS cluster, deploy applications, manage container images with Amazon ECR, automate deployments with CI/CD tools, and scale environments. The course also covers efficient design, cost optimization, networking configuration, monitoring, and securing the Amazon EKS environment. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped to run containers effectively on Amazon EKS and harness its advantages for AWS container management.

Course Level: Intermediate

Intended audience

This course is intended for people who provide container orchestration management in the AWS Cloud including:

DevOps engineers
Systems administrators

Module 0: Course Introduction

Course preparation activities and agenda

Module 1: Kubernetes Fundamentals

Container orchestration
Kubernetes objects
Kubernetes internals

Module 2: Amazon EKS Fundamentals

Introduction to Amazon EKS
Amazon EKS control plane
Amazon EKS data plane
Fundamentals of Amazon EKS security
Amazon EKS API

Module 3: Building an Amazon EKS Cluster

Configuring your environment
Creating an Amazon EKS cluster
Demo: Deploying a cluster
Deploying worker nodes
Demo: Completing a cluster configuration
Preparing for Lab 1: Building an Amazon EKS Cluster

Module 4: Deploying Applications to Your Amazon EKS Cluster

Configuring Amazon Elastic Container Registry (Amazon ECR)
Demo: Configuring Amazon ECR
Deploying applications with Helm
Demo: Deploying applications with Helm
Continuous deployment in Amazon EKS
GitOps and Amazon EKS
Preparing for Lab 2: Deploying Applications

Module 5: Configuring Observability in Amazon EKS

Configuring observability in an Amazon EKS cluster
Collecting metrics
Using metrics for automatic scaling
Managing logs
Application tracing in Amazon EKS
Gaining and applying insight from observability
Preparing for Lab 3: Monitoring Amazon EKS

Module 6: Balancing Efficiency, Resilience, and Cost Optimization in Amazon EKS

The high level overview
Designing for resilience
Designing for cost optimization
Designing for efficiency

Module 7: Managing Networking in Amazon EKS

Review: Networking in AWS
Communicating in Amazon EKS
Managing your IP space
Deploying a service mesh
Preparing for Lab 4: Exploring Amazon EKS Communication

Module 8: Managing Authentication and Authorization in Amazon EKS

Understanding the AWS shared responsibility model
Authentication and authorization
Managing IAM and RBAC
Demo: Customizing RBAC roles
Managing pod permissions using RBAC service accounts

Module 9: Implementing Secure Workflows

Securing cluster endpoint access
Improving the security of your workflows
Improving host and network security
Managing secrets
Preparing for Lab 5: Securing Amazon EKS

Module 10: Managing Upgrades in Amazon EKS

Planning for an upgrade
Upgrading your Kubernetes version
Amazon EKS platform versions

We recommend that attendees of this Running Containers on Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service course have:

Completed Introduction to Containers
Completed Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS) Primer
Completed AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials (or equivalent real-world experience)
Basic Linux administration experience
Basic network administration experience
Basic knowledge of containers and microservices

Q: What is the Running Containers on Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (Amazon EKS) training?

A: The Running Containers on Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (Amazon EKS) training is a comprehensive program designed to provide hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge of deploying and managing containerized applications using Amazon EKS. The training covers various aspects of container orchestration, including Kubernetes concepts, EKS architecture, deployment strategies, scaling, monitoring, and troubleshooting.

Q: Who should consider taking the Running Containers on Amazon EKS training?

A: This training is suitable for developers, DevOps engineers, and system administrators who are interested in containerization and want to learn how to leverage Amazon EKS to run and manage containerized applications at scale. It is ideal for individuals already familiar with container technologies and basic Kubernetes concepts.

Q: What topics are covered in the Running Containers on Amazon EKS training?

A: The training covers a wide range of topics, including an introduction to containerization and Kubernetes, Amazon EKS architecture and components, cluster deployment and management, networking and storage configuration, security and access control, monitoring and logging, scaling and auto-scaling, and troubleshooting common issues.

Q: Are there any prerequisites for taking the Running Containers on Amazon EKS training?

A: Yes, there are prerequisites for this training. Participants should have prior experience with containerization technologies like Docker and a basic understanding of Kubernetes concepts, such as pods, deployments, and services. Familiarity with AWS services and general networking concepts will also be beneficial.

Q: How can I prepare for the Running Containers on Amazon EKS training?

A: To prepare for the training, it is recommended to gain hands-on experience with container technologies, such as Docker, and familiarize yourself with basic Kubernetes concepts. Reviewing Kubernetes documentation, practicing with container deployments, and exploring Amazon EKS user guides and tutorials will help you prepare for the training.

Q: Is the Running Containers on Amazon EKS training available online?

A: Yes, we offer online training options for the Running Containers on Amazon EKS course. You can choose between instructor-led online training or self-paced online learning, depending on your preferences and availability.

Q: How can the Running Containers on Amazon EKS training benefit my career?

A: The Running Containers on Amazon EKS training can enhance your career by equipping you with the knowledge and skills to deploy and manage containerized applications at scale using Amazon EKS

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