Containerization and Orchestration

This course is part of Master DevOps: CI/CD, Automation & Monitoring Specialization

Instructor: Edureka

Access provided by Capgemini

5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

3 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

3 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Create and manage containers and images with Docker to containerize applications effectively.
Deploy, scale, and manage containerized applications using Kubernetes in a cluster environment.
Orchestrate and manage multi-container applications with Docker Compose and Kubernetes for scalability and efficiency.
Set up Prometheus and Grafana to monitor and visualize container and cluster performance, ensuring system reliability.

Skills you'll gain

Details to know

Shareable certificate

Add to your LinkedIn profile

Assessments

19 assignments

Taught in English

See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills

Learn more about Coursera for Business

logos of Petrobras, TATA, Danone, Capgemini, P&G and L'Oreal

Build your subject-matter expertise

This course is part of the Master DevOps: CI/CD, Automation & Monitoring Specialization

When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.

Learn new concepts from industry experts
Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
Earn a shareable career certificate

There are 5 modules in this course

This course will take you on a journey from the fundamentals of containerization to advanced techniques in orchestration and monitoring, helping you build real-world expertise step by step. You will start with the basics of Docker, gradually progressing to orchestrating containers at scale with Kubernetes, and finally mastering container monitoring and visualization using Prometheus and Grafana.

With a hands-on approach, this course covers everything from the fundamentals of containerization to deploying complex, multi-container applications, managing Kubernetes clusters, and implementing observability. You will gain the skills necessary to automate, monitor, and manage large-scale containerized environments. By the end of this course, you will be able to: • Understand the fundamentals of Docker and containerization • Create and manage Docker containers and images • Utilize Docker Compose for multi-container applications • Analyze the architecture of Kubernetes and deploy applications using Kubernetes. • Evaluate and scale Kubernetes clusters to meet application needs. • Design and implement observability solutions using Prometheus and Grafana to monitor containers and clusters. This course is designed for DevOps practitioners, system administrators, cloud engineers, and developers who want to deepen their expertise in containerization, orchestration, and monitoring. It’s perfect for those looking to enhance their ability to deploy, scale, and manage containerized applications in modern cloud-native environments while gaining proficiency in observability practices using tools like Prometheus and Grafana.

This module introduces containerization concepts and Docker fundamentals. It covers how containers work, how to use Docker CLI, port binding, and the differences between containers and virtual machines. It builds a foundation for creating and managing lightweight, portable environments.

What's included

26 videos6 readings4 assignments4 discussion prompts

26 videosTotal 151 minutes

Specialization Introduction4 minutes
Course Introduction6 minutes
Containerization Scenario Yelp - Challenges6 minutes
Containerization Scenario Yelp - Transition to Docker4 minutes
Introduction to Containerization5 minutes
Introduction to Containerization - History and Use Cases6 minutes
How Containers Work7 minutes
Containers vs Virtual Machines - Architecture of Virtual Machines5 minutes
Containers vs Virtual Machines - Architecture Comparison6 minutes
Introduction to Docker5 minutes
Introduction to Docker - Key Components3 minutes
Introduction to Docker - Popularity5 minutes
Docker Architecture - Architectural Diagram5 minutes
Docker Architecture - Client, Host, and Registry5 minutes
Docker Container Lifecycle5 minutes
Docker CLI Commands - General and Container Management Commands7 minutes
Docker CLI Commands - Image Management and Networking Commands5 minutes
Docker Installation - Update Package and Enable Docker5 minutes
Docker Installation - Running Docker6 minutes
Docker CLI Commands - Demonstration - Running a Container5 minutes
Docker CLI Commands - Demonstration - Listing Containers6 minutes
Port Binding - Introduction and Types6 minutes
Port Binding - Syntax and Example2 minutes
Port Binding - Demonstration - Adding Port Binding6 minutes
Port Binding - Demonstration - Running nginx Server7 minutes
Port Binding - Demonstration - Launching the Container in Web Browser6 minutes

6 readingsTotal 45 minutes

Welcome to Containerization and Orchestration5 minutes
The Evolution of OS-Level Virtualization10 minutes
How to use Discussion Prompt5 minutes
Understanding dockerd’s Role, REST APIs, and Plugin System10 minutes
Docker Networking Bridge Driver and User-Defined Networks10 minutes
Summary: Containerization using Docker5 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 39 minutes

Knowledge Check: Containerization using Docker30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Getting Started with Containers3 minutes
Practice Quiz: Docker Fundamentals3 minutes
Practice Quiz: Docker CLI and Port Binding3 minutes

4 discussion promptsTotal 20 minutes

Introduce Yourself5 minutes
The Role of Containers in Modern Application Development5 minutes
Docker’s Security Implications5 minutes
Port Binding Challenges in Containers5 minutes

This module explores advanced Docker features including container modes, Dockerfiles, image creation, volumes, and Docker Compose. It also introduces orchestration with Docker Swarm and container monitoring using Prometheus and Grafana.

What's included

55 videos5 readings5 assignments4 discussion prompts

55 videosTotal 337 minutes

Docker Container Running Modes - Detached Mode7 minutes
Docker Container Running Modes - Foreground Mode4 minutes
Starting Containers in Different Modes - Interactive Mode7 minutes
Starting Containers in Different Modes - Detached Mode7 minutes
Dockerfile - Instruction4 minutes
Dockerfile - Instruction Example3 minutes
Dockerfile - Creating Dockerfile6 minutes
Docker Daemon5 minutes
Docker Daemon - Creating a Dockerfile7 minutes
Docker Daemon - Build the Docker Image6 minutes
Docker Image - Principles and Features5 minutes
Docker Image - Components6 minutes
Docker Image - Creating, Building, and Running Dockerfile6 minutes
Writing a Dockerfile to Create an Image - Installing node.js6 minutes
Writing a Dockerfile to Create an Image - Installing Dependencies and Creating Server6 minutes
Writing a Dockerfile to Create an Image - Building Image4 minutes
Managing Docker Images - Registries and Image Distribution7 minutes
Managing Docker Images - Docker Hub5 minutes
Managing Docker Images - Securing and Managing Images4 minutes
Pulling and Pushing Images - Pushing an Image6 minutes
Pulling and Pushing Images - Pulling an Image6 minutes
Setting up Docker Hub - Logging into Docker Hub6 minutes
Setting up Docker Hub - Pull and Run Image from Docker Hub5 minutes
Storage and Volumes in Docker - Managing Storage4 minutes
Storage and Volumes in Docker - Volumes6 minutes
Storage and Volumes in Docker - Demonstration - Creating and Listing Docker Volumes5 minutes
Storage and Volumes in Docker - Demonstration - Verifying Data Across Container Lifecycles5 minutes
Docker Compose - Introduction3 minutes
Docker Compose - Important Commands4 minutes
Docker Compose Installation7 minutes
Multi-container Deployment with Compose - Creating and Configuring a docker-compose File7 minutes
Multi-container Deployment with Compose - Full Stack Setup and Verification7 minutes
Multi-container Deployment with Compose - Managing WordPress, MySQL, and Full Lifecycle Operations6 minutes
Docker Swarm - Introduction and Swarm Nodes5 minutes
Docker Swarm - Architecture and Uses7 minutes
Running Docker in Swarm Mode - Setting Up Docker Swarm6 minutes
Running Docker in Swarm Mode - Adding Workers and Deploying Services in Docker Swarm6 minutes
Running Docker in Swarm Mode - Scaling and Fault Tolerance in Docker Swarm5 minutes
Running Docker in Swarm Mode - Accessing and Cleaning Up Docker Swarm Services5 minutes
Docker Container Monitoring7 minutes
Setting Up Prometheus to Monitor Docker - Prometheus Configuration and Docker Compose Setup6 minutes
Setting Up Prometheus to Monitor Docker - Deploying Prometheus with Docker Compose4 minutes
Configuring Prometheus Scrape Targets for Docker Containers - Target Configuration and Deployment7 minutes
Configuring Prometheus Scrape Targets for Docker Containers - Visualizing Docker Container Metrics7 minutes
Docker Metrics CPU, Memory, and Network Usage - Analyzing CPU and Network Usage4 minutes
Docker Metrics CPU, Memory, and Network Usage - Real-Time Metrics with Docker Stats and Inspec5 minutes
Docker Metrics CPU, Memory, and Network Usage - Real-Time Monitoring with Docker stats and cAdvisor5 minutes
Using Prometheus to Query and Visualize Docker Metrics - Integrating Prometheus, cAdvisor, and Grafana6 minutes
Using Prometheus to Query and Visualize Docker Metrics - Visualizing Docker Metrics with Prometheus, cAdvisor, and Grafana Dashboards7 minutes
Using Prometheus to Query and Visualize Docker Metrics - Creating Real-Time Docker Dashboards in Grafana with Prometheus and cAdvisor Data6 minutes
Using Prometheus to Query and Visualize Docker Metrics - Adding a MySQL Container 5 minutes
Using Prometheus to Query and Visualize Docker Metrics - Real-Time Performance Tracking4 minutes
Creating Dashboards for Docker Containers in Grafana - Setting Up Environment7 minutes
Creating Dashboards for Docker Containers in Grafana - Adding Metrics to the Dashboard6 minutes
Creating Dashboards for Docker Containers in Grafana - Customizing and Visualizing Data6 minutes

5 readingsTotal 45 minutes

Dockerfile Instructions10 minutes
Multistage Dockerfile Builds10 minutes
Docker Compose Advanced Features10 minutes
Creating Custom Prometheus Exporters for Application-Level Metrics in Docker10 minutes
Summary: Advanced Docker Management and Orchestration5 minutes

5 assignmentsTotal 42 minutes

Knowledge Check: Advanced Docker Management and Orchestration30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Docker Container Modes and Image Creation3 minutes
Practice Quiz: Managing Docker Images and Volumes3 minutes
Practice Quiz: Orchestrating Containers: Docker Compose and Swarm3 minutes
Practice Quiz: Monitoring and Visualizing Docker Containers with Prometheus and Grafana3 minutes

4 discussion promptsTotal 20 minutes

Optimizing Dockerfile for Image Creation5 minutes
Image and Volume Management Best Practices5 minutes
Multi-container Applications with Docker Compose5 minutes
Proactive Monitoring and Alerting in E-Commerce Platforms5 minutes

This module covers Kubernetes core concepts such as Pods, Controllers, Services, and Deployments. It also introduces kubectl, scaling strategies, rolling updates, and the architecture of Kubernetes clusters.

What's included

36 videos4 readings4 assignments3 discussion prompts

36 videosTotal 216 minutes

Kubernetes Case Study6 minutes
What is Kubernetes - Introduction5 minutes
What is Kubernetes - Importance of Kubernetes5 minutes
Kubernetes Core Concepts - Overview7 minutes
Kubernetes Core Concepts - Nodes and Pods4 minutes
Kubernetes Core Concepts - ReplicaSets and Namespaces6 minutes
What is Kubectl3 minutes
kubectl Installation6 minutes
Kubectl Basic Command - create, get, run, and expose7 minutes
Kubectl Basic Command - delete, apply, and edit4 minutes
Kubectl Advanced Commands - rollout, scale, and set6 minutes
Kubectl Advanced Commands - describe, exec, and logs6 minutes
Working with kubectl Commands - Setting Up and Verifying Kubernetes Cluster6 minutes
Working with kubectl Commands - Creating the YAML File for Deployment7 minutes
Working with kubectl Commands - Describing Deployments4 minutes
Working with kubectl Commands - Scaling Deployments6 minutes
What are Pods6 minutes
Pod Lifecycle - Pending Phase5 minutes
Pod Lifecycle - Running, Succeeded, and Failed5 minutes
ReplicaSet and ReplicationController - Defining ReplicaSet5 minutes
ReplicaSet and ReplicationController - Use Cases4 minutes
ReplicaSet and ReplicationController - Comparison6 minutes
Kubernetes Pods Demonstration - Pod Creation and Verification7 minutes
Kubernetes Pods Demonstration - Describing a Pod and Verifying Connectivity5 minutes
Kubernetes Pods Demonstration - Testing Connectivity with Port Forwarding2 minutes
Deployment - Introduction and Key Features5 minutes
Deployments - Strategies7 minutes
Deployments - Use Cases3 minutes
Rolling Updates and Rollbacks - Overview6 minutes
Rolling Updates and Rollbacks - Configuration Parameters5 minutes
Rolling Updates and Rollbacks - Performing a Rolling Update7 minutes
Deployments, Rolling Updates and Scaling in Kubernetes - Setting up Deployments 7 minutes
Deployments, Rolling Updates and Scaling in Kubernetes - Exposing Deployments via NodePort 7 minutes
Deployments, Rolling Updates and Scaling in Kubernetes - Performing Rolling Updates6 minutes
Deployments, Rolling Updates and Scaling in Kubernetes - Performing Rollback7 minutes
Deployments, Rolling Updates and Scaling in Kubernetes - Autoscaling with HPA6 minutes

4 readingsTotal 35 minutes

Kubernetes Control Plane Components in Depth10 minutes
Kubectl Plugins and Client-Side Configuration10 minutes
Kubernetes Health‑Check Patterns10 minutes
Summary: Introduction to Kubernetes5 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 39 minutes

Knowledge Check: Introduction to Kubernetes30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Getting Started with Kubernetes3 minutes
Practice Quiz: Introduction to kubectl3 minutes
Practice Quiz: Pods and Scaling in Kubernetes3 minutes

3 discussion promptsTotal 15 minutes

Kubernetes in Multi-Cloud Environments5 minutes
Troubleshooting with kubectl in Production5 minutes
Deploying and Managing ReplicaSets5 minutes

This module focuses on Kubernetes networking, persistent storage, and advanced topics like StatefulSets, ConfigMaps, and Helm. It concludes with in-depth monitoring using Prometheus and Grafana to visualize metrics and set alerts.

What's included

51 videos5 readings5 assignments4 discussion prompts

51 videosTotal 307 minutes

Labels, Selectors and Annotations - Characteristics of Labels5 minutes
Labels, Selectors and Annotations - Types of Selectors6 minutes
Labels, Selectors and Annotations - Example of Annotation6 minutes
Services - ClusterIP7 minutes
Services - ClusterIP (Default) Example3 minutes
Services - NodePort Service5 minutes
Services - LoadBalancer Service5 minutes
Services - ExternalName Service2 minutes
Services - Headless Service5 minutes
Services - Demonstration - Setting Up the Cluster7 minutes
Services - Demonstration - Testing Communication with a Pod6 minutes
Services - Demonstration - Creating the NodePort Service5 minutes
Services - Demonstration - NodePort and LoadBalancer for Internal and External Access5 minutes
Services - Demonstration - ExternalName Service for External Resource Mapping6 minutes
Services - Demonstration - ClusterIP, NodePort, LoadBalancer, and External Name for External Resource Mapping5 minutes
Persistent Volumes - Introduction6 minutes
Persistent Volumes - Access Modes and Persistent Volume Claims (PVCs)7 minutes
Persistent Volumes - Lifecycle1 minute
Persistent Volumes and Persistent Volume Claims - Creating the Persistent Volume Claim7 minutes
Persistent Volumes and Persistent Volume Claims - Verifying the Volume and Pod Status7 minutes
Persistent Volumes and Persistent Volume Claims - Terminating the Pod and Verifying Volume Detachment6 minutes
Ephemeral Volume - Creating the Pod with Ephemeral Volume7 minutes
Ephemeral Volume - Data Storage and Verification5 minutes
Headless Service - Introduction6 minutes
Headless Service - Use Cases and Example3 minutes
StatefulSets - Overview7 minutes
StatefulSets - Components and Working5 minutes
StatefulSets - Demonstration - Headless Service Setup5 minutes
StatefulSets - Demonstration - StatefulSet YAML Configuration7 minutes
StatefulSets - Demonstration - Verifying Pod Connectivity7 minutes
StatefulSets - Demonstration - Scaling StatefulSet5 minutes
ConfigMaps and Secrets - Overview of ConfigMaps 5 minutes
ConfigMaps and Secrets - Types of Secrets6 minutes
ConfigMaps and Secrets - Creating a ConfigMap6 minutes
ConfigMaps and Secrets - Using ConfigMap and Secret in a Pod7 minutes
ConfigMaps and Secrets - Creating Secrets3 minutes
Helm Charts - Demonstration - Creating Your First Helm Chart6 minutes
Helm Charts - Demonstration - Deploying and Testing the Chart7 minutes
Helm Charts - Upgrading Helm Charts5 minutes
Setting Up Prometheus for Kubernetes Clusters - Installing Prometheus Using Helm6 minutes
Setting Up Prometheus for Kubernetes Clusters - Adding the Prometheus Helm Repository7 minutes
Kubernetes Metrics Pods, Nodes, and Deployments - Setting Up Prometheus and Grafana Dashboards6 minutes
Kubernetes Metrics Pods, Nodes, and Deployments - Visualizing Metrics6 minutes
Kubernetes Metrics Pods, Nodes, and Deployments - Displaying Prometheus Data6 minutes
Prometheus Kubernetes Exporters and Custom - Creating Custom Metrics5 minutes
Prometheus Kubernetes Exporters and Custom Metrics - Build and Deploy a Custom Metric Application5 minutes
Prometheus Kubernetes Exporters and Custom Metrics - Pushing Custom Metrics for Prometheus Monitoring6 minutes
Prometheus Kubernetes Exporters and Custom Metrics - Deploying a Node.js App on Kubernetes6 minutes
Prometheus Kubernetes Exporters and Custom Metrics - Metrics Configuration and Visualization on Kubernetes6 minutes
Configuring Prometheus to Scrape Kubernetes Metrics - Accessing and Viewing Kubernetes Metrics6 minutes
Configuring Prometheus to Scrape Kubernetes Metrics - Capturing and Viewing Kubernetes Data6 minutes

5 readingsTotal 45 minutes

CNI plugins: Calico vs Flannel vs Weave Net10 minutes
Dynamic Provisioning and StorageClass in Kubernetes10 minutes
Helm Chart Development Best Practices10 minutes
Alertmanager and Automated Remediation10 minutes
Summary: Kubernetes Networking and Storage 5 minutes

5 assignmentsTotal 42 minutes

Knowledge Check: Kubernetes Networking and Storage 30 minutes
Practice Quiz: Kubernetes Services3 minutes
Working with Persistent Storage in Kubernetes3 minutes
Practice Quiz: Advanced Kubernetes Concepts: StatefulSets, ConfigMaps, and Helm3 minutes
Practice Quiz: Monitoring and Visualizing Kubernetes Metrics with Prometheus and Grafana3 minutes

4 discussion promptsTotal 20 minutes

Load Balancing with Kubernetes Services5 minutes
Managing Dynamic Storage Provisioning5 minutes
Managing Application Configuration with ConfigMaps5 minutes
Setting Alerts for Kubernetes Issues5 minutes

This final module consolidates the knowledge and skills gained throughout the course. Learners will complete a practice project and graded assessments, reinforcing their ability to deploy, orchestrate, and monitor containerized applications in real-world scenarios.