Kubernetes Custom Scheduler Plugins with Go

Unlock the power to customize how Kubernetes places your workloads. Understanding the scheduler framework is essential for optimizing resource use and meeting specific application needs. This course will equip you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills to design, develop, and deploy your own custom Kubernetes scheduler plugins using Go, enabling you to tailor cluster behavior. What you'll learn: Understand the fundamental architecture and extension points of the Kubernetes scheduler framework. Learn to set up a Go development environment optimized for cloud-native projects. Build custom Kubernetes scheduler plugins using the Go programming language to implement specific scheduling policies. Apply modern Go programming patterns and best practices for robust Kubernetes development. Practice writing unit and integration tests for your custom scheduler plugins. Configure, deploy, and observe your custom scheduling logic within a Kubernetes cluster. The course begins with an exploration of Kubernetes scheduling fundamentals and the architecture of the scheduler framework. You will then progressively build custom plugins, learning to implement various extension points and deploy them to a cluster. The content emphasizes practical application and understanding through written exercises. This course is designed for beginners with a basic understanding of Kubernetes and some familiarity with the Go programming language, who want to extend Kubernetes' native scheduling capabilities. Start your journey to becoming a Kubernetes extension developer today.