https://github.com/yornik/cka-ckad-training
*WIP* not very good cert training material
https://github.com/yornik/cka-ckad-training
certification-prep kubernetes training-materials
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*WIP* not very good cert training material
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/yornik/cka-ckad-training
- Owner: Yornik
- Created: 2025-04-10T10:59:24.000Z (about 1 year ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2025-04-10T11:14:18.000Z (about 1 year ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-04-10T12:47:49.815Z (about 1 year ago)
- Topics: certification-prep, kubernetes, training-materials
- Language: Shell
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- Size: 7.81 KB
- Stars: 0
- Watchers: 1
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 0
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- Readme: README.md
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README
# 🧪 Kubernetes CKAD & CKA Lab Projects
This repository contains practical projects to help you prepare for the **CKAD** (Certified Kubernetes Application Developer) and **CKA** (Certified Kubernetes Administrator) certifications.
Each project includes:
- ✅ Clear learning goals
- 🧠 Step-by-step instructions
- 🛠️ Working solution YAMLs
- 🧪 Real-world SRE-style scenarios
> ⚠️ **Disclaimer:** All content in this repository was generated with the help of **ChatGPT**. While it should be functional, it may contain inaccuracies or deviate from Kubernetes best practices. Always cross-reference with the [official documentation](https://kubernetes.io/docs/).
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## 📂 Folder Structure
```
ckad-cka-labs/
├── ckad/ # Developer-focused projects
├── cka/ # Admin/operator-focused projects
├── shared/ # Reusable setup & helper scripts
```
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## 📦 Projects
### CKAD
| Project | Topics |
|--------|--------|
| `project1-wordpress-deployment` | Deployments, PVC, ConfigMaps, Probes |
| `project2-sidecar-logger` | Multi-container Pods, shared volumes |
| `project3-helm-packaging` | Helm templating |
| `project4-network-policy` | Pod-to-pod traffic control |
### CKA
| Project | Topics |
|--------|--------|
| `project5-kubeadm-cluster` | Manual cluster bootstrap |
| `project6-rbac-sa` | RBAC, RoleBindings, ServiceAccounts |
| `project7-etcd-backup-restore` | Disaster recovery |
| `project8-security-context` | PodSecurityContext, taints & tolerations |
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## 💻 Requirements
- 🧠 Basic understanding of Kubernetes
- 💻 1–3 VMs on your COmputer (e.g. via Multipass or UTM)
- 🐧 Ubuntu 22.04 recommended
- 🐳 Docker or containerd
- ✅ K3s, Minikube, or kubeadm-based cluster
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## 🛠️ Pro Tips
- Practice YAML creation from memory
- Use `kubectl explain`, `kubectl create --dry-run=client -o yaml`
- Use `kubectl get all -n ` frequently to inspect cluster state
- Simulate exam conditions: **no GUI, 2-hour limit, terminal-only**
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## 🧠 Why This Exists
This project is designed for SREs, homelabbers, and aspiring K8s certified pros who want to learn by **doing**, not just reading.
Made with 💙 by ChatGPT and a curious homelabber.
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## ✅ License
MIT License — free to use, modify, and share!