What are the best ways to start learning Kubernetes for beginners?

The Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) has some great, affordable courses and certifications that can really help. Definitely check out their training section! For beginners, I suggest going with MicroK8s since it's a lightweight, single-node Kubernetes setup that’s easy to install and works well for practice. You can find it at microk8s.io.

While hands-on practice is crucial, having a solid understanding of what’s happening under the hood is incredibly valuable. "Kubernetes the Hard Way" is a fantastic resource that offers a comprehensive view of how everything fits together in a Kubernetes cluster. It’s available on GitHub, so be sure to take a look!

Start by getting a good grasp on Docker first; knowing containers is key! Then, you can move on to beginner courses on platforms like KodeKloud, or even check out YouTube tutorials from Mischa van den Burg (he's fantastic!). Stay close to the Kubernetes documentation and find a DevOps community like KubeCraft to join. Most importantly, practice as much as you can—it really helps to build and break things in a real-world setting!