Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA) Practice Exam
Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA) Practice Exam
About Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA) Practice Exam
The Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA) is a beginner-level certification from the Linux Foundation that validates foundational knowledge of Kubernetes and the broader cloud native ecosystem. It covers Kubernetes fundamentals, container orchestration, networking, security, storage, cloud native application delivery, debugging, observability, and cloud native architecture. The certification is designed for professionals starting their Kubernetes journey and provides a vendor-neutral foundation for building cloud native skills. The KCNA exam is an online, proctored, multiple-choice assessment with no prerequisites. Earning the certification demonstrates an understanding of core Kubernetes and cloud native concepts and can support career development in cloud, DevOps, and platform engineering roles.
Course Outline
The Linux Foundation Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA) Exam covers the following topics -
Domain 1 - Kubernetes Fundamentals 44%
- Kubernetes Core Concepts
- Administration
- Scheduling
- Containerization
Domain 2 - Container Orchestration 28%
- Networking
- Security
- Troubleshooting
- Storage
Domain 3 - Cloud Native Application Delivery 16%
- Application Delivery
- Debugging
Domain 4 - Cloud Native Architecture 12%
- Observability
- Cloud Native Ecosystem and Principles
- Cloud Native Community and Collaboration
