Container Orchestration on Windows Server with Kubernetes

Running enterprise Windows applications in the cloud requires modern orchestration, but managing Windows containers introduces unique challenges compared to Linux. This text-based course guides you through the foundational concepts and practical steps needed to successfully orchestrate Windows Server containers using Kubernetes. You will transition from understanding basic containerization to confidently managing production-ready Windows nodes, configuring networking, and deploying hybrid workloads. By reading through clear explanations and structured configuration examples, you will master the architecture of mixed-OS clusters. What you'll learn: - Understand the core architecture of Kubernetes clusters containing both Windows and Linux nodes - Configure container networking interfaces and storage solutions specifically optimized for Windows Server - Deploy and scale Windows-based applications using declarative YAML manifests - Manage modern container runtimes such as containerd on Windows Server instances - Troubleshoot common Windows container issues using native logging and observability tools - Apply security best practices, including Group Managed Service Accounts (gMSA) for Active Directory integration This course starts with fundamental definitions and setup requirements before moving into step-by-step deployment workflows and cluster maintenance. It is designed specifically for system administrators, DevOps beginners, and IT professionals looking to modernize their Windows infrastructure with no prior Kubernetes experience required. Prepare to elevate your infrastructure management skills and modernize your legacy applications today.