Kubernetes Introduction: what it is and how to get started
New to Kubernetes? Start here. Covers what Kubernetes is, the CNCF landscape, k3s, and how container orchestration works. No prior experience required.
3 lessons · 10 min · Beginner
Lessons in this course
Three short lessons to lay the groundwork
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Lesson 01 · 3 min · Beginner
What is Kubernetes? Container orchestration explained
Kubernetes is an open-source platform that automates deploying, scaling, and managing containerised applications. Learn what problems it solves and why it has become the industry standard.
Start lessonLesson 01 · 3 min · Beginner
What is Kubernetes? Container orchestration explained
Kubernetes is an open-source platform that automates deploying, scaling, and managing containerised applications. Learn what problems it solves and why it has become the industry standard.
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