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Docker & Kubernetes Fundamentals

Learn containerisation and Kubernetes fundamentals for deploying and managing modern applications.

DockerKubernetesHelm ConceptsContainers
Admissions Open
₹22,999 Indicative fee — update before production launch

Duration10 Weeks
FormatOnline / Classroom
LevelIntermediate
ScheduleWeekday / Weekend batches

Course overview

Start with Docker and progress into Kubernetes objects, deployments, services, config, secrets, scaling and observability concepts. Designed as a practical bridge into cloud-native operations.

What you will be able to do

Build and optimize Docker images
Understand Kubernetes core objects
Deploy services to a cluster
Manage app configuration
Troubleshoot common deployment issues

Curriculum

Container Fundamentals2 Weeks
Images and containers
Dockerfiles
Compose
Kubernetes Basics2 Weeks
Cluster concepts
Pods
Deployments and ReplicaSets
Networking & Configuration2 Weeks
Services
Ingress concepts
ConfigMaps and Secrets
Operations2 Weeks
Scaling
Health checks
Logs and troubleshooting
Deployment Project2 Weeks
Multi-service app
Rolling updates
Architecture review

Projects you can build

Containerised Micro App

Deploy a frontend/API/database application using container and Kubernetes concepts.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need prior experience?

The entry requirement depends on the course level. Beginner courses start from fundamentals; intermediate tracks expect basic programming or domain knowledge.

Will I build projects?

Yes. Every course includes practical labs and one or more projects designed to help you demonstrate the skills you learn.

Is a certificate included?

Yes. A completion certificate can be issued after meeting attendance, assessment and project requirements.

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