The Definitive Helm Course: From Beginner to Master

Install, manage, create, and deploy Helm charts in Kubernetes clusters! Learn the Helm CLI, Hooks, Plugins and more!

What you'll learn
Build Helm charts from scratch using best practices and optimal chart structures
Customize existing Helm charts to perfectly fit your application’s requirements
Master Go Template syntax to produce dynamic, maintainable Kubernetes manifests
Confidently handle configuration values and apply overrides to achieve flexible deployments
Perform seamless version upgrades to keep your deployments current without downtime
Execute rapid rollbacks to previous stable releases for immediate recovery
Maintain stable, scalable Kubernetes deployments through Helm-driven best practices
Implement Helm Hooks for automating pre- and post-deployment tasks
Add testing Hooks to validate chart quality and ensure robust releases
Leverage Library charts to promote reusability and reduce duplication in deployments
Work with Helm Plugins to extend the functionality of Helm and achieve even more with the tool

Requirements
Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes
Familiarity with running commands in the terminal and the command line
Familiarity with any programming language is highly desirable to make the most of this course

Description
Welcome to The Definitive Helm Course: From Beginner to Master!Are you ready to take your Kubernetes skills to the next level and truly master Helm? This Helm course is crafted to help you build confidence and expertise, ensuring you can streamline and simplify your Kubernetes deployments like never before.Why Learn Helm?Helm is the Kubernetes package manager that brings order to complexity, allowing you to package, install, upgrade, and manage even the most intricate applications. Here’s why mastering Helm is a strategic move:Streamlined Kubernetes Deployments: With Helm charts, say goodbye to repetitive and error-prone YAML work! Enjoy a smoother, more automated approach to deploying complex applications.Consistency Across Environments: Standardize your application configurations from development to production. Helm ensures consistent deployments every time, no matter where you run your workloads.Effortless Upgrades and Rollbacks: Roll out new application versions with confidence or revert to stable states in seconds. With Helm, you’ll gain the flexibility and safety net you need to innovate quickly.Widely Adopted by the Industry: Mastering Helm sets you apart in the competitive Cloud Native and DevOps arenas, making you a more valuable asset to your current or future employers.By investing in this course, you’re not just learning another tool—you’re unlocking a powerful ally for delivering reliable, scalable, and easily maintainable Kubernetes applications.Why Choose This Helm Course?This course provides both the essential theory and extensive hands-on experience, giving you the confidence and know-how to excel:Hands-On, Practical Approach: Get ready for practical exercises, demos, and interactive lessons. You’ll create and manage Helm charts, integrate dependencies, and automate deployments. Every concept you learn is immediately reinforced by real, hands-on activities.Real-World Scenarios: We’ll dive into advanced features like hooks, library charts, and testing hooks—real skills that matter when you’re working in production environments.Behind the Scenes Knowledge: Gain a deep understanding of the underlying templating engine and learn to debug and optimize your charts. This ensures you’re prepared for any challenges that arise on the job.Expert Guidance: With years of industry experience, I’ll share best practices, tips, and strategies so you can learn to not only use Helm, but truly excel with it.Which Skills Will You Acquire During This Course?As you go through this course, you will gain a comprehensive and valuable set of skills, including:Build Helm Charts from Scratch: Learn to design and structure Helm charts using best practices, enabling you to create maintainable configurations tailored to your applications.Customize Existing Helm Charts: Gain the ability to take charts from repositories or open-source projects and adapt them to your organization’s unique needs.Confidently Handle Configuration Values: Understand how to use values files and overrides, giving you complete control over how your applications are deployed, configured, and scaled.Perform Seamless Upgrades: Learn how to update your deployments smoothly and confidently, keeping your applications up-to-date without service interruptions.Master Go Template Syntax: Get comfortable with Helm’s powerful templating engine, allowing you to dynamically generate Kubernetes manifests and avoid repetitive YAML definitions.Maintain Stable, Scalable Kubernetes Deployments: Use Helm’s packaging and templating features to consistently deliver reliable, production-grade deployments at scale.Execute Rapid Rollbacks With Confidence: Acquire the know-how to immediately revert to stable previous releases if something goes wrong, minimizing downtime and user impact.Implement Helm Hooks: Automate pre- and post-deployment tasks such as database migrations, ensuring smooth rollout procedures and cleaner workflows.And much more! Get ready to elevate your Kubernetes game, master Helm, and become the Helm hero your team needs. Let’s embark on this journey together!

Who this course is for
Developers, DevOps Engineers, System Administrators, and Operators looking to simplify and improve their Kubernetes workflows.
Anyone seeking to adopt best-in-class tooling and evolve their containerized environments.
Professionals responsible for maintaining and optimizing large-scale, containerized systems.
Those aiming to stand out in the DevOps and Cloud Native ecosystem by mastering in-demand tools like Helm.