Linkerd Service Mesh (LNKRD)
Virtualization, Kubernetes
Linkerd is a lightweight service mesh for Kubernetes that adds secure communication, comprehensive observability and flexible traffic management to your clusters. It emphasizes simplicity, low resource overhead and easy integration.
Linkerd started as the first service mesh and remains a leading choice for teams needing mTLS, lightweight sidecar deployment, and clear observability. The project balances operational stability with fast adoption in cloud-native environments.
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The course:
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What a service mesh is and what it does
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Why service meshes exist
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Observability and traceability
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Reliability and resilience
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Security and policy enforcement
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Deployment models: with sidecar / without sidecar
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Control plane and data plane concepts
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Visualization and dashboard features
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Metrics collection and interpretation
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Real-time communication monitoring
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Service profiles and routing rules
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Mutual TLS (mTLS) implementation
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Blue-green and canary deployments; TrafficSplit
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Multi-cluster deployment patterns
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History and evolution of service mesh technologies
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Assumed knowledge:
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Knowledge of Kubernetes administration (CKAD; CKA recommended).
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Recommended previous course:
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Kubernetes for beginners (KUBER1)
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Schedule:
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2 days (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM )
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Course price:
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592.00 € ( 716.32 € incl. 21% VAT)
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