Helm – The Kubernetes Package Manager hands-on course

Complete Course on Helm and Gitlab Integration for Kubernetes Deployments

Created by: Ahmed Elfakharany
Lead DevOps engineer | Cloud-Native tech expert | Writer

What Will I Learn?

• Introduction to Helm: What is Helm, its architecture, and its benefits for Kubernetes deployment.
• Helm Installation and Configuration: How to install and configure Helm on a Kubernetes cluster, and how to set up a local development environment.
• Helm Charts: What are Helm charts, how to create and manage them, and best practices for chart development.
• Helm Commands and Templates: How to use Helm commands and templates for chart deployment, customization, and management.
• Helm Repositories: How to create and manage Helm repositories, and how to share and distribute charts.
• Gitlab CI/CD: Introduction to Gitlab CI/CD and how to set up a pipeline for building and deploying Helm charts.
• Gitlab Integration with Kubernetes: How to integrate Gitlab with Kubernetes for seamless deployment and monitoring.
• Advanced Topics: Advanced Helm features and techniques, such as Helm plugins
• Best Practices and Troubleshooting: Best practices for using Helm and Gitlab for Kubernetes deployment, and common issues and their solutions.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of Kubernetes architecture and concepts such as Pods, Services, Deployments, and ConfigMaps.
• Familiarity with YAML syntax for Kubernetes manifests.
• Experience with the Linux command line and shell scripting.
• Familiarity with containerization concepts and Docker.
• Basic knowledge of software development principles, such as agile methodology, continuous integration, and continuous delivery.
• Access to a Kubernetes cluster and Gitlab instance for hands-on practice.

Target audience

• Developers who are already familiar with Kubernetes and want to learn how to use Helm to simplify their deployment process.
• DevOps engineers who want to enhance their knowledge of Kubernetes deployment using Helm and Gitlab CI/CD pipeline.
• System administrators who are interested in understanding how to use Helm for packaging and deploying applications on Kubernetes clusters.
• IT professionals who are looking to learn new tools and technologies related to Kubernetes and CI/CD.
• Students who want to learn about the latest trends and techniques in containerization and deployment with Kubernetes and Helm.
• Anyone who wants to gain knowledge and practical experience in using Helm for Kubernetes deployment and Gitlab CI/CD pipeline.