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dgt_k8s07 – Container Engines and Runtimes

Module Title: dgt_k8s07 – Container Engines and Runtimes

module Description:

Welcome to “Container Engines and Runtimes,” a comprehensive module designed to equip you with an in-depth understanding of the various container technologies that form the backbone of modern DevOps practices. This module delves into the intricacies of container engines and runtimes such as Docker, Podman, Containerd, and CRI-O.

Key Learning Objectives:

  1. Understanding the Landscape: Gain a foundational knowledge of how containerization has revolutionized software development and deployment. Explore why containers have become an essential tool for creating consistent environments across different stages of application lifecycle management.

  2. Docker Fundamentals: Learn about Docker, which created the standard in container technology with innovations like the Dockerfile—a powerful configuration file that specifies how to assemble a container image. Understand how Dockers widespread adoption has set benchmarks for container ecosystems.

  3. Exploring Alternatives and Evolutions:

  4. Podman: Discover Podman, an open-source project by Red Hat, designed as a drop-in replacement for Docker with daemonless architecture, enhancing security and flexibility.
  5. Containerd: Delve into Containerd, which emerged from the Docker community as a minimalist container runtime focused on simplicity and performance, playing a crucial role in orchestrators like Kubernetes.

  6. CRI-O: Examine CRI-O, specifically tailored for Kubernetes, offering a lightweight implementation of the Kubernetes Container Runtime Interface CRI, emphasizing integration with native Kubernetes ecosystems.

  7. Comparative Analysis: Compare and contrast these technologies to understand their unique features, benefits, and use cases. Analyze how each engine aligns with different organizational needs in terms of security, scalability, and compliance requirements.

  8. Practical Applications: Engage in hands-on labs that allow you to implement and manage containers using these various runtimes. Through practical exercises, develop proficiency in deploying containerized applications in real-world scenarios.

  9. Future Trends: Stay ahead by exploring upcoming trends and innovations within the container ecosystem, ensuring your skills remain relevant as technologies evolve.

Target Audience:

This module is tailored for IT professionals, DevOps engineers, system administrators, software developers, and anyone interested in gaining expertise in containerization technologies. No prior experience with containers is required, but a basic understanding of Linux systems will be beneficial.

By the end of this module, participants will have a robust understanding of key container engines and runtimes, enabling them to make informed decisions about implementing container solutions within their organizations. Join us on this journey through the dynamic world of containers!
The students can push their exercises to the Academy DevOps & SRE GIT project. For this module, create a folder with your username as its name in the following subfolder: https://github.com/Garanti-Del-Talento/gdt_academy