The Kubernetes Book

A Comprehensive Guide to Container Orchestration and Cloud-Native Deployment

Publisher:Packt Publishing Limited

By: Nigel Poulton and Pushkar Joglekar

Paid access

|Mar 2025

E-Book €7.99Institutions €101.95

Description

Master Kubernetes concepts, networking, deployments, and security with this hands-on guide. Learn how to manage clusters, workloads, and real-world security practices.

Key Features

Comprehensive coverage of Kubernetes fundamentals, deployments, and security
Hands-on exercises designed for real-world Kubernetes management scenarios
In-depth exploration of networking, Wasm integration, and security best practices

Book Description

Kubernetes is a powerful container orchestration platform that enables efficient application deployment, scaling, and management. This book begins with foundational concepts, explaining Kubernetes architecture, control planes, worker nodes, and the declarative model. Readers will learn how to set up a Kubernetes environment using tools like Docker Desktop and cloud-based solutions.
The book then covers core operational topics, including Pods, Deployments, Namespaces, and Services, providing hands-on exercises to reinforce learning. Networking, storage, and security are explored in depth, with real-world examples of managing applications, configuring RBAC, and using ConfigMaps and Secrets. Advanced topics such as StatefulSets, the Kubernetes API, and service discovery offer insights into optimizing and securing Kubernetes workloads.
Security is a key focus, with chapters dedicated to API security, threat modeling, and real-world Kubernetes security practices. Readers will gain practical knowledge on securing clusters, managing access controls, and mitigating common threats. By the end, they will be equipped with the skills to deploy, scale, and secure Kubernetes environments effectively.

What you will learn

Understand Kubernetes fundamentals and core components
Deploy and manage applications using Kubernetes
Configure and troubleshoot Kubernetes networking
Secure Kubernetes workloads with RBAC and best practices
Implement Namespaces for multi-tenant environments
Leverage StatefulSets for persistent applications

Who this book is for

This book is designed for developers, DevOps engineers, and system administrators looking to understand Kubernetes. A basic understanding of containers and cloud computing is recommended but not required.