Preparation for the Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Exam

4-day intensive CKA exam prep: Build clusters from scratch, fix production-like failures, secure etcd data, and configure RBAC. After this workshop, you'll master all 5 exam domains (Troubleshooting 30%, Cluster Architecture 25%, Networking 20%, Workloads 15%, Storage 10%) and be ready for certification.

Workshop levelSome practical experience recommended
Satisfied participants2340+
Days4
Workshop codeDW6

Workshop Details

What makes this workshop stand out

What you will learn and take away

You prepare intensively for the CKA exam in 4 days, covering all 5 exam domains: Troubleshooting (30%), Cluster Architecture (25%), Services & Networking (20%), Workloads & Scheduling (15%), Storage (10%).

What you'll learn:

  • You build clusters with kubeadm (not managed services like EKS/GKE), secure etcd data with TLS certificates, and perform zero-downtime upgrades
  • You systematically fix NotReady nodes, debug CNI issues, and repair failed Pods with kubectl, journalctl, and systemctl
  • You configure RBAC (Roles, ClusterRoles, ServiceAccounts), Network Policies (Ingress/Egress rules), and Resource Quotas for multi-tenant scenarios
  • You work with Ingress/Gateway API (Traefik, Caddy), Storage (PersistentVolumes, StatefulSets), and deployment tools (Helm, Kustomize)

After the workshop:

  • You know the most common mistakes in the exam and how to avoid them
  • We show you Killer.sh (practice simulator with 2 sessions of 36h each) that you can use for independent preparation
  • You know how to effectively use the allowed documentation during the 2-hour exam

Why the investment pays off

The CKA certification is the industry standard for Kubernetes administration. It demonstrates that your team can operate production-grade clusters without external help.

Why this workshop:

  • Reduced preparation time: Only 2-3 weeks of follow-up after the workshop instead of 8-12 weeks of self-study
  • Faster problem resolution: Certified admins fix cluster outages systematically (shorter MTTR)
  • Fewer escalations: Your team handles NotReady nodes, CNI issues, and etcd backups independently instead of waiting for external consultants
  • Preventable outages: Standardized upgrade processes and backup strategies reduce configuration errors

Exam details:

  • The certification is valid for 2 years and costs approximately $395 USD separately (not included in course price)
  • Killer.sh access (2 exam simulations of 36h each) is included with CKA voucher purchase
  • Small groups of up to 8 participants, so we can address questions from your specific cluster context

Prerequisites

Prerequisites:

  • Basic Kubernetes knowledge (Pods, Deployments, Services)
  • Experience in system administration or DevOps environments
  • Confident with Linux systems and command line
  • Familiarity with a text editor (vim, nano) and YAML syntax

Not required:

  • Production experience with Kubernetes clusters
  • Knowledge of cluster installation or upgrades
  • Experience with etcd, CNI plugins, or storage backends
  • Prior Kubernetes certifications

Our Benefits

All from one hand!

With our high-quality trainings and workshops, you can bring yourself and your team up to date. All this with many benefits that you get from us.

High Practical Content
70% hands-on, 30% theory. You work continuously with real scenarios and take working code home with you. No PowerPoint battles, but directly applicable knowledge for your projects.
Cloud Learning Environment
DevNinjas Dojo: Your own Kubernetes clusters and VMs for each participant in the browser. No installation, works despite VPN/proxy/firewalls. You work with dedicated resources, not in shared environments.
Experienced Trainers
Full-time DevOps engineers and consultants from DevNinjas lead the workshops. Not external trainers, but specialized employees actively working on client projects and sharing real-world experience.
Small Groups
Maximum 8 participants per workshop. Everyone gets individual support from the trainer. Your specific questions and use cases get answered, not passed over in anonymous crowds.
Real-World Scenarios
No toy examples or hello-world demos. You work with production-grade setups: multi-container applications, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring stacks. Directly transferable to your production environments.
Certification
You receive an official certificate of attendance as PDF and a verified LinkedIn badge. Document your professional development for your employer, HR, and recruiters professionally.

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How participants experience our trainings

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@TRIMET Gelsenkirchen SE

"From my perspective, the workshop had the right speed and an appropriate level of challenge. The subject matter was explained clearly by the instructor and practically consolidated with well-distributed exercises. Adjusting the workshop focus to the participants wishes was not a problem. Valuable practical experiences were shared, and even more specific questions were gladly answered. The instructor's professional expertise and extensive practical experience on the subject gave this workshop a special quality."

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@forcont business technology GmbH

"I really enjoyed the Docker & Kubernetes workshop at DevNinjas. Nico explained the complex topics around containers and orchestration in a very understandable and practical way. The mix of theory and hands-on exercises was perfect for being able to apply everything directly. I was able to take a lot away for my everyday work and now feel significantly more confident working with Docker and Kubernetes."

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@Siemens Healthineers

"The instructor is very competent and was able to answer all questions satisfactorily even outside the presentation. It was a very pleasant workshop with a good learning pace. I learned a lot and look forward to applying and expanding my acquired knowledge in everyday work, as well as privately."

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@RODIAS GmbH

"Very competent, very pleasant teaching style."

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Pascal Knöll
@Bundeswehr

"The workshop gave me a very good insight into Kubernetes and made working with containers much clearer. Nico delivered the content in a practical and well-structured way, so I could quickly find my way around. The hands-on exercises in particular helped me apply what I learned directly. For anyone looking for a solid introduction to Kubernetes, this workshop is definitely recommended."

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@DKB Service GmbH

"All expectations met. Good technical expertise."

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Manuel Köhn
@Mercedes-Benz Tech Innovation

"The advanced Kubernetes workshop at DevNinjas really helped me grow professionally. The content was practical and excellently prepared, so even complex topics like RBAC, network policies and Ingress were conveyed in an understandable and directly applicable way. The deep expertise of the trainer was especially impressive and noticeable in every session. I can recommend this workshop to anyone who wants to use Kubernetes in production!"

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@Siemens AG

"The "Docker & Kubernetes Bundle" training provided me with solid, practical knowledge for everyday work and enabled me to handle Docker and Kubernetes professionally. The excellently structured material offers real added value, even beyond the workshop. The combination of technical depth and interactive delivery by the trainer rounded off the whole experience. An experience that continues to help me even after the training."

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@Bundesdruckerei GmbH

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