DevOps and Docker Talk: Cloud Native Interviews and Tooling

DevOps Cert Prep using AI, with the KodeKloud Team

Dec 13, 2024

Bret chats with Vijin Palazhi and Mumshad Mannambeth from KodeKloud, highlighting their expertise in certification prep and hands-on labs. They dive into the impact of AI on learning platforms, revolutionizing tech education. Topics include the evolution of Kubernetes certifications, the shift to remote testing, and essential skills for developing with Kubernetes. The duo also discusses the importance of community and strategic learning paths for aspiring developers while introducing upcoming innovations in certification courses.

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Quick takeaways

Aikido's platform streamlines security processes by consolidating tools and leveraging AI to reduce false positives and automate issue resolution.

The integration of AI into learning and certification courses enhances the educational experience by providing personalized assistance and tailored learning paths.

Building a strong community is essential for career advancement in tech, as networks often open doors to job opportunities and collaboration.

Deep dives

Aikido's Security Platform

Aikido consolidates various security scanning tools into a single platform for developers, streamlining processes like code analysis and cloud security. Its primary advantage lies in minimizing false positives, which allows developers to focus on genuine vulnerabilities. Additionally, Aikido utilizes AI features that not only triage issues but can also automatically fix problems, enhancing efficiency for teams. The platform offers free access for smaller teams or individuals interested in exploring its capabilities.

Intro

5min

Navigating Kubernetes Certifications

18min

Evolution of Certification Exams

8min

AI in Learning: Revolutionizing Tech Education

29min

Navigating the DevOps Learning Journey

6min

Essential Skills for Developing and Troubleshooting Applications in Kubernetes

2min

Updates on Certification Courses and Future Learning Innovations

5min

Enhancing Azure DevOps and Exploring Future Learning Paths

4min

Bret is joined by Mumshad Mannambeth and Vijin Palazhi of KodeKloud for Q&A on what we should be studying and certifying for in 2025.

💥 This episode is brought to you by our valued sponsor and friends at Aikido!💥
Aikido is a no-nonse platform that helps developers get security done. It consolidates multiple scanning tools like code analysis, dependency analysis, and cloud security into a single platform. Aikido’s superpower is its ability to remove false positives, so you can focus on the real issues. Aikido not only helps you find true vulnerabilities but their new AI features auto triage and even fix issues for you.
Aikido is FREE for small teams or anyone wanting to simply explore so check it out today at aikido.dev

This episode is chalked full of information. We talked about the CNCF Kubestronaut program and how GenAI has changed the cert prep game, and see what tools and techniques we should use to prepare for next year!

You've probably seen Mumshad's courses. He has been another person like myself who, for almost a decade, has been making container courses on Docker, Kubernetes, all the tooling. Now he's running a giant platform of learning and they're introducing AI into your learning and certification prep, courses, and skills labs. And we go through all of it.

We talk about all of the Linux Foundation certifications they cover. They've launched over 100 courses now on their platform and they cover a lot, if not all of the Linux certifications, especially around Kubernetes and the Cloud Native ecosystem. I'm a huge fan of that. I think this is great stuff for everyone, especially if you're early in your career and you're using certifications as a way to prove your expertise or you're like me, you've been around forever and you want to show that you're up to date.

There's also a video version of this show on YouTube.

★Topics★
KodeKloud website

Creators & Guests

Cristi Cotovan - Editor
Beth Fisher - Producer
Bret Fisher - Host
Mumshad Mannambeth - Guest
Vijin Palazhi - Guest

(00:00) - DDT MAIN (Audio) Bret's NEW
(04:32) - Community in Career Growth
(05:48) - Intro
(07:51) - Kubernetes Certifications: Kubestronaut
(11:36) - The Kubernetes Learning Path
(15:40) - Who is Kubestronaut For?
(22:24) - Maintaining Kubernetes Certification
(24:34) - Changes in Certification Requirements
(25:12) - KodeKloud Course Updates
(26:46) - Exploring BlueSky for Cloud Native Community
(27:21) - AI in Certification and Teaching Assistance
(39:21) - AI Tutor and Future of Learning
(40:31) - Replacing Q&A with AI?
(57:22) - Rapid Fire Q&A
(57:32) - Pro vs AI Subscription with KodeKloud
(57:53) - Starting with K8s
(01:00:52) - Certifications for Software Engineers
(01:04:12) - Course Updates and Future Plans
(01:06:33) - Developer Courses Plans?
(01:09:20) - No Labs for Azure DevOps Course
(01:10:53) - MLOps Courses
(01:12:23) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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