Master cloud native service mesh implementation with Linkerd, covering security, metrics, and deployment for Kubernetes applications.
Master cloud native service mesh implementation with Linkerd, covering security, metrics, and deployment for Kubernetes applications.
This comprehensive course introduces students to service mesh technology and its implementation using Linkerd, the lightweight CNCF service mesh for Kubernetes. Learn how to enhance cloud native applications with critical features including transparent mTLS security, golden metrics collection, and advanced deployment strategies. The course provides hands-on experience in installing, configuring, and managing Linkerd in Kubernetes environments, enabling students to add reliability, security, and observability to their applications. Focus on practical skills and real-world applications of service mesh technology.
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What you'll learn
Understand service mesh concepts and their role in cloud native architecture
Implement Linkerd service mesh in Kubernetes environments
Configure transparent mTLS security for application communication
Deploy and monitor applications using golden metrics
Manage traffic with blue-green deployment strategies
Optimize service mesh performance in production environments
Skills you'll gain
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There are 5 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to service mesh technology using Linkerd in Kubernetes environments. Students learn about the fundamentals of service mesh architecture, its role in cloud native ecosystems, and practical implementation strategies. The curriculum covers essential topics including mutual TLS security, metrics collection, traffic management, and production deployment considerations. Through hands-on exercises, students gain experience with Linkerd's control plane, data plane, and extensions, preparing them for real-world service mesh implementation.
What Is a Service Mesh?
Module 1
Linkerd and Service Mesh Ecosystem
Module 2
Deployment and Metrics
Module 3
Security and Advanced Deployments
Module 4
Linkerd Extensions and Production Use
Module 5
Fee Structure
Instructor

1 Course
Distinguished Service Mesh Expert and Cloud Infrastructure Specialist
Charles Pretzer serves as Principal Field Engineer at Buoyant, where he has established himself as a leading expert in Kubernetes service mesh technology and cloud-native infrastructure. His work focuses on helping organizations successfully implement and scale Linkerd, the lightweight service mesh for Kubernetes. Through workshops, training sessions, and community engagement, he shares expertise gained from extensive experience with production deployments, covering critical aspects like high availability configurations, monitoring, and security implementations
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