Mastering Argo Rollouts: Progressive Delivery in Kubernetes

What you’ll learn:
Grasp Argo Rollouts Basics: Understand the core concepts and architecture of Argo Rollouts in Kubernetes.
Deployment Strategies Mastery: Learn to implement blue-green and canary deployments for controlled rollouts.
Rollout Monitoring Skills: Gain expertise in monitoring and managing rollout processes using Argo Rollouts.
Rollback Techniques: Acquire the ability to perform effective rollbacks and handle deployment failures.
Integration with Monitoring Tools: Learn to integrate Argo Rollouts with common monitoring tools for enhanced observability.
Best Practices for Progressive Delivery: Understand key practices for successful progressive delivery in cloud-native environments.

Requirements:
Basic Kubernetes Knowledge: Familiarity with Kubernetes concepts such as Pods, Deployments, Services, and YAML configurations is essential.
Understanding of CI/CD Principles: A fundamental grasp of Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) processes will be beneficial.
Experience with Containerization: Practical experience with container technologies like Docker, as Argo Rollouts is used within a containerized environment.
Familiarity with Git: Basic knowledge of Git for version control, as code examples and exercises may involve Git operations.
Command Line Proficiency: Comfort with using command line interfaces (CLI), as many Kubernetes and Argo Rollouts tasks are performed via CLI.
Optional – Prior Exposure to Argo Workflows: While not mandatory, having some background in Argo Workflows or similar tools can enhance understanding.

Description:
Dive into the world of Kubernetes with “Mastering Argo Rollouts: Progressive Delivery in Kubernetes.” This comprehensive course is designed to equip DevOps professionals, Kubernetes enthusiasts, and software engineers with the skills to implement advanced deployment strategies in Kubernetes using Argo Rollouts. Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll learn, structured in engaging modules with a focus on both practical and theoretical aspects:Introduction to Kubernetes & Argo RolloutsUnderstanding the Kubernetes EcosystemFundamentals of Kubernetes DeploymentsIntroduction to Argo Rollouts and its importance in modern deploymentsDeploying with Argo RolloutsSetting up Argo Rollouts in your Kubernetes ClusterTransitioning from traditional deployments to Argo RolloutsHands-On Exercises: Deploy your first application using Argo RolloutsAdvanced Deployment StrategiesDeep dive into Canary Releases: Gradually rolling out changes to a subset of usersMastering Blue-Green Deployments: Ensuring zero-downtime during updatesPractical Scenarios: Implementing complex deployment strategiesMonitoring and Automated RollbacksIntegrating with monitoring tools like Prometheus and GrafanaSetting up Automated Rollbacks based on real-time metricsCritical Analysis: Understanding deployment metrics for decision-makingReal-World Applications and Best PracticesApplying Argo Rollouts in production environmentsBest Practices: Ensuring high availability and reliabilityCase Studies: Analysis of successful Argo Rollouts implementationsThroughout the course, emphasis is placed on practical implementation and real-world applicability, ensuring that you not only understand the concepts but also can confidently apply them in your Kubernetes environment. Whether you aim to enhance your DevOps capabilities or master progressive delivery techniques, this course is your gateway to excelling in the cloud-native landscape. Join us to become proficient in managing Kubernetes deployments with efficiency and control.

Who this course is for:
DevOps Engineers: Professionals who are involved in both development and operations, particularly those focusing on continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices.
Kubernetes Administrators: Individuals responsible for managing and orchestrating containerized applications using Kubernetes.
Software Developers: Developers who are working on building and deploying applications in Kubernetes environments and are interested in implementing progressive delivery techniques.
Site Reliability Engineers (SREs): Engineers focusing on the reliability and scalability of applications in cloud environments, and who are involved in automating operations tasks.
Cloud Architects: Professionals designing cloud infrastructure and services, especially those looking to implement advanced deployment strategies with Kubernetes.
Technical Team Leads: Team leaders or project managers overseeing teams that deploy applications in Kubernetes, who need to understand the deployment strategies and tools involved.