I Passed the CKA and Built the Kubernetes Lab Book I Wish I Had (FREE Download)

Why I Wrote This (and Why It’s Free)

Before passing the CKA, I had years of real experience with Kubernetes: AKS, GitLab, Traefik, cert-manager, Let’s Encrypt — all real infra, all in production. But when I started studying? I was completely lost.

Too many tools. Too many tabs. It didn’t feel like the exam.
So after passing with a high score, I wrote the lab book I wish I had.

2 months of focused work
20+ hands-on YAML-only labs
No fluff, no filler — just what helps you actually pass

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Get the Book for Free (Payhip or Gumroad)

Download from Payhip (free, tip if you want)
Or get it on Gumroad

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Best Tools I Used for CKA Prep

Here’s what worked for me — beyond the book:

• Killercoda CKA Labs – browser-based labs

• Killer.sh Simulator – most exam-like experience

• Abhishek Veeramalla's YouTube Series – deep, clear, actionable

• KodeKloud – yes it’s paid, but it was worth it

And every time I remember a tool that helped, I’ll come back here and add it.

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Small Note: The Exam Goes on Sale

I bought the exam around Cyber Monday (November) — and it dropped to nearly 60% off. If you’re on a budget, mark your calendar.

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Follow, Share, Connect

If this helps you, share it with a friend or a student who’s prepping.
Let’s get more people certified — no gatekeeping. 🙌