The Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) program at is globally recognized as one of the most comprehensive platforms for mastering Kubernetes and advancing your expertise in DevOps, DevSecOps, and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE). Whether transitioning into DevOps, upskilling in cloud-native development, or starting your IT journey, CKAD offers hands-on experience and real-world projects designed to land high-demand roles with top companies.
About DevOpsSchool: A Leading Platform
DevOpsSchool stands out as an industry authority in training, certification, and job readiness for technology professionals worldwide. Under the personal mentorship of Rajesh Kumar—a respected global DevOps and Kubernetes trainer with over 20 years of experience (rajeshkumar.xyz)—the CKAD program is continually updated to reflect industry trends and job market needs.
What Makes CKAD at DevOpsSchool Unique?
- Unlimited LAB Access on AWS: Practice anytime, on enterprise-grade infrastructure.
- Lifetime LMS Access: 24×7 availability to class recordings, presentations, and notes.
- Job-Ready Curriculum: Built from analyzing over 10,000+ job descriptions.
- Interview KIT & Real Projects: Test bank, Q&A, and live scenarios for practical skill-building.
- Top 16 Tools Covered: Classroom and self-paced options.
- Lifetime Technical Support: Always get your queries resolved from experts.
CKAD Certification: Curriculum & Exam Details
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Curriculum Domains | Application Design, Build, Deployment, Observability |
| Exam Duration | 2 hours |
| Passing Percentage | 66% |
| Kubernetes Version | v1.32 (Current) |
| Validity | 2–3 years |
| Exam Cost | $445 USD |
| Retakes | One retake allowed |
| Mode | Online, performance-based, command line |
Major Syllabus Domains
- Define, build, and modify container images
- Jobs and CronJobs for automation
- Multi-container pod design patterns (sidecar, init)
- Volumes, persistent and ephemeral
- Configuration & Security (ConfigMaps, Secrets, ServiceAccounts)
- Services & Networking
- Application deployment strategies (blue/green, canary)
- Observability: Logging, monitoring, debugging.
Benefits of CKAD Certification
- Globally recognized, vendor-neutral credential
- Demonstrates expertise in building cloud-native, scalable applications
- Opens doors to top roles: DevOps Engineer, Automation Architect, SRE Lead
- Hands-on, practical environment for learning and exam.
High salary hike and job security in recession-proof tech roles.
- Lifetime access to updated learning materials and tech support
Who Should Attend?
- Experienced IT professionals seeking transition into DevOps
- Freshers aiming for a job in cloud or DevOps
- System administrators, developers, and SREs wanting to master Kubernetes
- Anyone with basic understanding of Linux and containers—no prerequisites except willingness to learn.
CKAD vs DevOps/DevSecOps/SRE
| Aspect | DevOps | DevSecOps | SRE | CKAD Certification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus | Speed, Collaboration | Security, Compliance | Reliability | Integrated, Job-ready skills |
| Adoption | Transition from Agile | Next evolution | Google-originated | Covers all three in one program |
| Skills Proven | Automation, CI/CD | Secure SDLC | Monitoring, Uptime | Kubernetes, CI/CD, Security, SRE |
| Outcome | Fast delivery | Secure and rapid | Robust, reliable | Comprehensive developer profile |
The CKAD credential is a bridge across all these disciplines—helping professionals skill up for multiple, interlinked functions in modern software teams.
What Do Past Learners Say?
Abhinav Gupta, Pune:
“The training with DevOpsSchool was a good experience. Rajesh was very helping and clear with concepts. The only suggestion is to improve the course content.”
Indrayani, India:
“Rajesh is very good trainer. He was able to resolve our queries and questions effectively. We liked the hands-on examples covered during the program.”
Sumit Kulkarni, Software Engineer:
“Very well organized training, helped a lot to understand DevOps concept in-depth”.
CKAD Training Modalities & Contact Info
- Online (Instructor-led) & Classroom options: Available PAN-India (Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Delhi), with group discounts for 2–6+ participants.
- AWS Cloud Labs & Virtual Machines Supported: Step-wise guide post-enrollment
- Unlimited access to missed lectures, backup batch options
- Job placement notifications, resume prep, and interview guidance
Contact DevOpsSchool
- Email: contact@DevOpsSchool.com
- Phone & WhatsApp (India): +91 7004215841
- Phone & WhatsApp (USA): +1 (469) 756-6329