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DataCamp

Containerization and Virtualization Concepts

via DataCamp

Overview

Learn the essentials of VMs, containers, Docker, and Kubernetes. Understand the differences to get started!

Heard of Docker, containers, Kubernetes, and VMs but not sure what they mean? This course provides foundational knowledge in containerization and virtualization to enhance your modern software development skills. You'll learn to distinguish between containers and virtual machines, understand Docker and Kubernetes, read Dockerfiles, and run your first containerized application. By the end, you'll have the essential knowledge to dive deeper into Docker and Kubernetes and make informed architectural decisions.

Syllabus

  • Foundations of Containerization and Virtualization
    • Explore the concept of virtualization, its benefits, and the emergence of containerization as a lightweight alternative. You will then delve into the key differences between containers and virtual machines, enabling you to determine the ideal solution for your needs.
  • Applications of Containerization
    • Dive into the practical applications of containers and their orchestration. Learn about the modern tech stack of Docker and Kubernetes, and get hands-on in the final lesson by learning how to read Dockerfiles and run your first containerized application!

Taught by

Julia Ostheimer

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