Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) cluster architecture and operations

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In this learning path, you'll understand some of the fundamental cluster architecture decisions you'll be faced with and be given the tools to help you make decisions for them. You'll also learn about some of the governance and operations features available to AKS clusters.

Prerequisites

  • An Azure subscription
  • Ability to use the Azure CLI
  • Ability to navigate the Azure portal
  • Basic knowledge of Kubernetes and its concepts
  • Basic knowledge of Azure Networking fundamentals
  • Basic knowledge of Azure Policy

Modules in this learning path

Understand the key differences and considerations when selecting between Azure CNI and kubenet, two networking plugin options for an Azure Kubernetes Service cluster.

This module introduces Azure CNI networking and how to configure it in Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). We cover some Kubernetes networking basics. Including, how certain resource types use IP addresses, how to size a cluster for a workload, and how to design a network for an AKS cluster using Azure CNI.

Learn more about why you need to upgrade your existing Azure Kubernetes Service clusters.

To improve operational governance of your Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) cluster, you can apply and enforce built-in policies on your cluster using Azure Policy. Learn how to govern your AKS clusters using Azure Policy for Kubernetes.