Packaging Applications with Helm for Kubernetes from Pluralsight

Helm makes it much easier to install applications in Kubernetes and manage versions. So, it's definitely worth learning. In this course you'll learn how to build your own Helm charts and install applications in Kubernetes with Helm.

Are you looking for a tool that will easily install applications in Kubernetes? In this course, Packaging Applications with Helm for Kubernetes, you’ll learn how to install applications in Kubernetes with Helm version 3. First, you’ll learn how to build a Helm Chart. Next, you’ll explore how to customize it with Helm templates. Finally, you’ll discover how to manage dependencies between charts and use a Helm repository. By the end of this course, you'll be able to build your own Helm chart and install any application release in Kubernetes with Helm.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Course Introduction

Discovering Helm

Installing a Local Kubernetes Cluster with Helm

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Read about what's good

what should give you pause

and possible dealbreakers

Suitable for those seeking to learn how to install Kubernetes applications via Helm

Meant for learners having little knowledge of Helm or Kubernetes

Reviews summary

Practical helm v3 for kubernetes deployment

According to learners, this course offers a solid and practical introduction to Helm 3 for packaging and deploying applications on Kubernetes. Many highlight the instructor's clear explanations and the hands-on labs and demos as key strengths, which effectively solidify understanding of complex concepts like chart building and templating. While generally very well-received for beginners and those new to Helm 3, some feedback suggests that experienced users might find parts too basic or desire more advanced topics. There's also minor mention of some outdated examples, though recent reviews indicate the course remains highly relevant and valuable.

Assumes prior knowledge of Kubernetes for optimal learning.

"I felt a bit lost on prerequisites sometimes; prior Kubernetes knowledge is definitely assumed."

"This course expects familiarity with basic Kubernetes concepts and operations for optimal benefit."

"To fully benefit from this course, I found that having a good grasp of Kubernetes before starting was crucial."

Features hands-on labs and practical demonstrations.

"The hands-on labs are super helpful for practical application."

"The demos are perfectly paced."

"The labs reinforce learning."

Instructor provides highly clear and concise explanations.

"The instructor's explanations are incredibly clear, making complex Helm v3 concepts easy to grasp."

"The instructor's delivery is concise and to the point. The demos are perfectly paced."

"Instructor is very knowledgeable and explains concepts well."

Some examples need refreshing due to rapidly evolving tech.

"While most content is excellent, some parts about older Helm versions could be trimmed or updated more explicitly to v3 practices."

"Decent course but feels a bit dated in some examples. Helm is fast-moving, so constant updates are needed."

"Some minor outdated references but generally solid."

Pacing varies; better for beginners, less for advanced users.

"It's okay. Good for a beginner. I found some sections a bit slow-paced."

"Too basic for me. I was expecting more advanced topics like CI/CD integration or best practices for production."

"If you already know some Helm 2, the upgrade path isn't super clear. It needs more challenges for intermediate users."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Packaging Applications with Helm for Kubernetes with these activities:

Build a sample Helm chart

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Building a sample Helm chart will give you hands-on experience with the process.

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Choose a simple application to package
Create a Docker image for the application
Create a Helm chart for the application
Test the Helm chart by installing it in a Kubernetes cluster

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Career center

Learners who complete Packaging Applications with Helm for Kubernetes will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Kubernetes Administrator

Kubernetes Administrators manage Kubernetes clusters, ensuring that applications running on Kubernetes are highly available and scalable. This course may be useful for someone seeking this role, as it provides a solid foundation in packaging and managing applications with Helm, a tool commonly used for managing and deploying applications on Kubernetes. By learning how to build and customize Helm charts, you can streamline application deployment and management, making you a more effective Kubernetes Administrator.

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Site Reliability Engineer

Site Reliability Engineers (SREs) ensure that software systems are reliable, scalable, and performant. This course may be useful for someone seeking this role, as it provides a solid foundation in packaging and managing applications with Helm. By learning how to build and customize Helm charts, SREs can streamline application deployment and management, ensuring that applications are deployed and managed consistently and reliably.

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Cloud Engineer

Cloud Engineers design, build, and manage cloud-based infrastructure and applications. This course may be useful for someone seeking this role, as it provides a solid foundation in packaging and managing applications with Helm, a tool commonly used for managing and deploying applications on cloud platforms. By learning how to build and customize Helm charts, Cloud Engineers can streamline application deployment and management, making them more effective in their role.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers work to bridge the gap between development and operations teams, ensuring that applications are deployed and managed efficiently and reliably. This course may be useful for someone seeking this role, as it provides a solid foundation in packaging and managing applications with Helm. By learning how to build and customize Helm charts, DevOps Engineers can streamline application deployment and management, enabling them to work more effectively with both development and operations teams.

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Application Developer

Application Developers design, develop, and maintain software applications. This course may be useful for someone seeking this role, as it provides a solid foundation in packaging and managing applications with Helm, a tool commonly used for managing and deploying applications on Kubernetes. By learning how to build and customize Helm charts, Application Developers can streamline the deployment and management of their applications, making them more effective in their role.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain software systems. This course may be useful for someone seeking this role, as it provides a solid foundation in packaging and managing applications with Helm, a tool commonly used for managing and deploying applications on Kubernetes. By learning how to build and customize Helm charts, Software Engineers can streamline the deployment and management of their applications, making them more effective in their role.

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Systems Engineer

Systems Engineers design, implement, and maintain computer systems. This course may be useful for someone seeking this role, as it provides a solid foundation in packaging and managing applications with Helm, a tool commonly used for managing and deploying applications on Kubernetes. By learning how to build and customize Helm charts, Systems Engineers can streamline the deployment and management of their applications, making them more effective in their role.

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Technical Architect

Technical Architects design and implement technical solutions for organizations. This course may be useful for someone seeking this role, as it provides a solid foundation in packaging and managing applications with Helm, a tool commonly used for managing and deploying applications on Kubernetes. By learning how to build and customize Helm charts, Technical Architects can streamline the deployment and management of their applications, making them more effective in their role.

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Solutions Architect

Solutions Architects design and implement technical solutions for customers. This course may be useful for someone seeking this role, as it provides a solid foundation in packaging and managing applications with Helm, a tool commonly used for managing and deploying applications on Kubernetes. By learning how to build and customize Helm charts, Solutions Architects can streamline the deployment and management of their customers' applications, making them more effective in their role.

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Cloud Architect

Cloud Architects design and implement cloud-based solutions for organizations. This course may be useful for someone seeking this role, as it provides a solid foundation in packaging and managing applications with Helm, a tool commonly used for managing and deploying applications on cloud platforms. By learning how to build and customize Helm charts, Cloud Architects can streamline the deployment and management of their customers' applications, making them more effective in their role.

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Cloud Developer

Cloud Developers design, develop, and maintain cloud-based applications. This course may be useful for someone seeking this role, as it provides a solid foundation in packaging and managing applications with Helm, a tool commonly used for managing and deploying applications on cloud platforms. By learning how to build and customize Helm charts, Cloud Developers can streamline the deployment and management of their applications, making them more effective in their role.

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Full-Stack Developer

Full Stack Developers design, develop, and maintain both the front-end and back-end of web applications. This course may be useful for someone seeking this role, as it provides a solid foundation in packaging and managing applications with Helm, a tool commonly used for managing and deploying applications on Kubernetes. By learning how to build and customize Helm charts, Full Stack Developers can streamline the deployment and management of their applications, making them more effective in their role.

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Web Developer

Web Developers design, develop, and maintain websites. This course may be useful for someone seeking this role, as it provides a solid foundation in packaging and managing applications with Helm, a tool commonly used for managing and deploying applications on Kubernetes. By learning how to build and customize Helm charts, Web Developers can streamline the deployment and management of their applications, making them more effective in their role.

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Mobile Developer

Mobile Developers design, develop, and maintain mobile applications. This course may be useful for someone seeking this role, as it provides a solid foundation in packaging and managing applications with Helm, a tool commonly used for managing and deploying applications on Kubernetes. By learning how to build and customize Helm charts, Mobile Developers can streamline the deployment and management of their applications, making them more effective in their role.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists collect, analyze, and interpret data to extract insights and make predictions. This course may be useful for someone seeking this role, as it provides a solid foundation in packaging and managing applications with Helm, a tool commonly used for managing and deploying applications on Kubernetes. By learning how to build and customize Helm charts, Data Scientists can streamline the deployment and management of their applications, making them more effective in their role.

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