Cloud-native Application Development With Docker & Kubernetes Training Course in Kenya
Introduction
The Cloud-Native Application Development with Docker & Kubernetes Training Course is a high-impact program tailored for developers, DevOps professionals, and IT architects seeking to master container-based application development and orchestration. With cloud-native architectures redefining modern software delivery, this course delivers practical skills in building, deploying, and managing scalable, resilient, and portable applications using Docker and Kubernetes.
Participants will gain hands-on experience with containerization, microservices architecture, CI/CD pipelines, orchestration strategies, service discovery, monitoring, and advanced deployment techniques. The course is aligned with current industry demands and best practices, ensuring that learners stay ahead in developing agile, cloud-ready applications designed for scale, performance, and continuous innovation.
Target Audience
- Software developers building containerized applications
- DevOps engineers managing container orchestration
- IT operations professionals implementing cloud-native solutions
- Systems architects designing microservices infrastructure
- Cloud engineers deploying scalable applications
- Technical leads driving DevOps transformation
- Engineering managers overseeing cloud migration projects
Course Objectives
- Understand cloud-native principles and architecture
- Learn to containerize applications using Docker
- Manage container lifecycles and networking in Docker
- Deploy and orchestrate containers with Kubernetes
- Implement microservices with scalable container management
- Set up CI/CD pipelines for automated deployments
- Configure persistent storage and secret management in Kubernetes
- Monitor and troubleshoot applications in a Kubernetes cluster
- Secure Docker images and Kubernetes environments
- Apply best practices in cloud-native DevOps workflows
Duration
10 Days
Course content
Module 1: Cloud-Native Development Essentials
- Fundamentals of cloud-native architecture
- Benefits of microservices and containers
- Twelve-Factor App methodology
- Differences between VMs and containers
- Overview of DevOps practices in cloud-native apps
Module 2: Getting Started with Docker
- Installing Docker on local and cloud environments
- Writing Dockerfiles for application images
- Building and tagging custom Docker images
- Managing containers, volumes, and networks
- Docker Compose for multi-container applications
Module 3: Docker Image Optimization and Security
- Image layering and caching best practices
- Minimizing image size with Alpine and multistage builds
- Static scanning and vulnerability assessments
- Managing private Docker registries
- Signing and verifying Docker images
Module 4: Introduction to Kubernetes Architecture
- Kubernetes core components and architecture
- Clusters, nodes, and the control plane
- Pods, ReplicaSets, and Deployments
- Kubernetes namespaces and context switching
- Installation options: Minikube, Kind, and managed services
Module 5: Kubernetes Resource Management
- Writing and applying Kubernetes manifests
- Services, ingress controllers, and DNS
- Resource limits, quotas, and autoscaling
- ConfigMaps and Secrets management
- Rolling updates and rollback strategies
Module 6: Helm and Package Management
- Introduction to Helm charts and repositories
- Creating and templating Helm charts
- Managing app lifecycles with Helm
- Values files and overrides
- Helm best practices and security considerations
Module 7: CI/CD for Cloud-Native Applications
- Designing pipelines for containerized apps
- Integrating Docker and Kubernetes into CI/CD workflows
- GitOps and declarative delivery
- Tools: Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions
- Automated testing and deployment pipelines
Module 8: Monitoring and Logging
- Observability concepts for cloud-native systems
- Setting up Prometheus and Grafana
- Application logging with Fluentd and Elasticsearch
- Health checks and liveness probes
- Alerts and performance metrics dashboards
Module 9: Kubernetes Networking and Service Discovery
- Cluster networking and DNS resolution
- Service types: ClusterIP, NodePort, LoadBalancer
- Ingress controllers and API gateways
- Service mesh overview (Istio, Linkerd)
- Network policies and security boundaries
Module 10: Persistent Storage and Stateful Applications
- Kubernetes volumes and persistent volume claims
- Storage classes and dynamic provisioning
- Running databases in Kubernetes
- Backups and data persistence strategies
- High availability for stateful workloads
Module 11: Security and Compliance
- Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) in Kubernetes
- Pod security policies and network security
- Container runtime isolation and sandboxing
- Secrets encryption and key management
- Security audits and compliance tools
Module 12: Capstone Project and Best Practices
- Designing and deploying a cloud-native app end-to-end
- CI/CD integration with GitHub and Kubernetes
- Implementing monitoring, logging, and security
- Load testing and performance optimization
- Review of patterns and anti-patterns in production
Training Approach
This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.
Tailor-Made Course
This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449
Training Venue
The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.
Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant
Certification
Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.
Airport Pickup and Accommodation
Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449
Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 10 working days before commencement of the training.
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| 07/07/2025 - 18/07/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 14/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 | $5500 | Johannesburg, South Africa |
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| 14/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 04/08/2025 - 15/08/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 11/08/2025 - 22/08/2025 | $3500 | Mombasa, Kenya |
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| 18/08/2025 - 29/08/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 01/09/2025 - 12/09/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 08/09/2025 - 19/09/2025 | $4500 | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania |
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| 15/09/2025 - 26/09/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 06/10/2025 - 17/10/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 13/10/2025 - 24/10/2025 | $4500 | Kigali, Rwanda |
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| 20/10/2025 - 31/10/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 03/11/2025 - 14/11/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 10/11/2025 - 21/11/2025 | $3500 | Mombasa, Kenya |
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| 17/11/2025 - 28/11/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 01/12/2025 - 12/12/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 08/12/2025 - 19/12/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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