Working with CRDs and Operators

This lab teaches you how to extend Kubernetes functionality using Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs) and Operators, essential skills for the CKA exam and modern Kubernetes administration.

You'll learn to:

• Explore existing CRDs in a Kubernetes cluster
• Understand CRD structure and schema validation
• Create your own Custom Resource Definition
• Install and configure a Kubernetes Operator
• Create custom resources managed by Operators
• Troubleshoot CRD and Operator issues

CRDs and Operators are the foundation of Kubernetes extensibility, enabling you to manage complex applications as native Kubernetes resources.

Key Resources:

• Custom Resources
• Extend the Kubernetes API with CRDs
• Operator Pattern