K3s Courses and Certifications

Introduction to Kubernetes on Edge with K3s

Learn the use cases and applications of Kubernetes at the edge through practical examples, hands-on lab exercises and a technical overview of the K3s project and the cloud native edge ecosystem.

• edX
• 10 weeks, 1-2 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Building a Multi-Node Cluster with K3s Using ARM Devices for Edge Computing

Explore edge computing with K3s on ARM devices. Learn to build a production-ready cluster using Raspberry Pi, configure networks, and implement cloud-native storage for efficient data processing at the edge.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

OpenInfra Foundation

Building a K3s-Ready Operating System with Elemental Toolkit

Master elemental-toolkit to create customized, cloud-init driven Linux derivatives for VMs, bare metal, and edge devices, focusing on efficient OS image building with minimal footprint and cloud-native principles.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Automating Your Home with K3s and Home Assistant

Explore home automation using K3s and Home Assistant. Learn to deploy smart home systems on Kubernetes, integrate wireless protocols, and implement CI/CD for a personalized, tech-savvy living space.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Edge Computing Using K3s on Raspberry Pi

Explore deploying a production-grade K3s cluster on Raspberry Pi for edge computing, covering design, implementation, GitOps, and automatic updates through Kubernetes API.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Deploying K3s at the Edge for Multiplayer Gaming

Explore K3s deployment strategies for edge computing in multiplayer gaming environments, optimizing performance and reducing latency.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Running Containerd and k3s on MacOS

Explore running containerd and k3s on macOS using Lima and Rancher Desktop, offering FLOSS alternatives to Docker for Mac with improved localhost port handling and ARM support.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Kubernetes on the Edge with K3s for Smart Metering - Use Case and Implementation

Explore K3s for edge computing in smart metering, leveraging CNCF projects like Prometheus and Helm to aggregate IoT data on-site before cloud transmission in industrial settings.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Serverless Functions at the Edge with Knative and K3s

Explore serverless functions at the edge using Knative and K3s on ARM devices. Learn installation, efficient code execution, and real-world applications in smart environments.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How We Built a Cloud On K3s - The Learnings Of Growing Up Fast

Explore Civo's journey building a cloud on K3s, covering infrastructure, networking, and lessons learned in scaling clusters, observability, and company culture for a multi-tenant environment.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Building MLOps POCs and Sandbox Environments Using k3s and Argo

Explore building MLOps POCs using k3s and Argo. Learn to reduce implementation time and costs for data pipeline automation and ML workflows, with insights on lightweight Kubernetes and Edge Computing.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Secure Software Delivery Within Untrusted Environments at Scale with EVE and K3s

Explore secure software delivery in untrusted environments using EVE and K3s. Learn from a major auto manufacturer's case study on modernizing dealership infrastructure for vehicle firmware updates.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Mirantis

How to Choose a Lightweight Kubernetes Distribution - Comparing k0s, k3s, and MicroK8s

Explore lightweight Kubernetes distributions k0s, k3s, and MicroK8s. Compare features, capabilities, and use cases to choose the best option for your needs. Includes deep dive into k0s and introduction to k0smotron for multi-cluster management.

• YouTube
• 37 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Sharpen the Edge with K3s and Containerized Operating Systems

Explore lightweight Kubernetes for edge computing with K3s, and learn to manage containerized operating systems for efficient IoT device updates and maintenance in constrained environments.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Machine Learning Pipelines con K3s y Argo

Aprende a implementar pipelines de Machine Learning utilizando K3s y Argo, optimizando el flujo de trabajo en entornos cloud-native.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk