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SUMMARY:One Hour to Confident OpenEBS Storage Management on K8S
DESCRIPTION:Kubernetes workloads demand flexible\, reliable storage. In this hands-on session\, you will learn how to deploy and operate OpenEBS using LocalPV\, LVM\, and NFS storage engines. Join this session to gain the practical skills to support real-world applications with confidence.\nIS THIS FOR YOU?\n\nYou manage Kubernetes clusters and need to support diverse storage needs\nYou’re a platform engineer or administrator working with stateful workloads\nYou want to compare storage engines and make informed decisions\nYou’re evaluating OpenEBS against other storage solutions\n\nAFTER 60 MINUTES\, YOU’LL:\n\nDeploy OpenEBS on K3s or K8s and configure the control plane for production use\nEnable and operate LocalPV\, LVM\, and NFS storage engines—understanding their strengths and use cases\nCreate and manage StorageClasses\, provision and resize volumes\, and perform snapshots and restores\nMonitor your storage with the OpenEBS Dashboard and troubleshoot common issues\nBenchmark performance\, compare engines\, and develop migration strategies\nKnow how OpenEBS stacks up against Longhorn\, Rook-Ceph\, and native provisioners\n\nPREREQUISITES\n\nBasic Kubernetes knowledge\nK3s/K8s cluster (3+ nodes recommended)\nUnderstanding of PV/PVC concepts\n\nYOUR INSTRUCTOR:\nPascal van Dam is a seasoned Linux and Kubernetes architect with expertise in cloud technologies. As a certified Linux Foundation trainer and IT Gilde Guru\, he excels at making complex concepts accessible through his straightforward teaching approach. Drawing from extensive government and enterprise experience\, Pascal bridges technical solutions with business value\, helping professionals master essential skills quickly. \nHOW TO JOIN THIS SESSION?\nThis live session is completely free! – A limited-time opportunity before these “in an hour” sessions become exclusive to Living Open Source members. \nClick here to register for this session\nPasscode Zoom meeting: 686419 \nFirst come\, first served! Join on time to secure one of the 50 available spots. \nConnect with Living Open Source on Slack or WhatsApp to stay informed. \nBECOME A MEMBER OF LIVING OPEN SOURCE FOR MORE BENEFITS\nCheck out our membership portal and join the fastest growing Linux community in Africa.
URL:https://livingopensource.org/events/openebs-storage-management-on-k8s/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Longhorn for Kubernetes
DESCRIPTION:Reliable storage is the backbone of every Kubernetes cluster. This focused session gives you the practical skills to deploy\, manage\, and troubleshoot Longhorn—so your stateful workloads run smoothly\, every time.\nIS THIS FOR YOU?\n\nYou manage Kubernetes clusters and want to simplify storage operations\nYou’re a platform engineer responsible for stateful workloads\nYou need to compare storage solutions for production use\nYou want hands-on experience with Longhorn\, from install to recovery\n\nAFTER 60 MINUTES\, YOU’LL:\n\nConfidently install and configure Longhorn on K3s\, following best practices for setup and storage classes\nNavigate the Longhorn UI to manage volumes\, resize PVCs without downtime\, and handle snapshots and restores\nTroubleshoot node failures and common issues\, apply performance tuning\, and implement backup strategies that work\nClearly understand how Longhorn compares to OpenEBS\, NFS Provisioner\, and Rook-Ceph—so you can choose the right storage for your needs\n\nPREREQUISITES\n\nBasic Kubernetes knowledge\nK3s cluster (or create one during session)\nkubectl access\n\nYOUR INSTRUCTOR:\nPascal van Dam is a seasoned Linux and Kubernetes architect with expertise in cloud technologies. As a certified Linux Foundation trainer and IT Gilde Guru\, he excels at making complex concepts accessible through his straightforward teaching approach. Drawing from extensive government and enterprise experience\, Pascal bridges technical solutions with business value\, helping professionals master essential skills quickly. \nHOW TO JOIN THIS SESSION?\nThis live session is completely free! – A limited-time opportunity before these “in an hour” sessions become exclusive to Living Open Source members. \nClick here to register for this session\nPasscode Zoom meeting: 618791 \nFirst come\, first served! Join on time to secure one of the 50 available spots. \nConnect with Living Open Source on Slack or WhatsApp to stay informed. \nBECOME A MEMBER OF LIVING OPEN SOURCE FOR MORE BENEFITS\nCheck out our membership portal and join the fastest growing Linux community in Africa.
URL:https://livingopensource.org/events/longhorn-for-kubernetes/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Living Open Source Foundation":MAILTO:info@livingopensource.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lusaka:20250805T180000
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SUMMARY:Calico CNI v3 for Kubernetes
DESCRIPTION:Kubernetes clusters require secure and high-performance networking to keep workloads running smoothly. This session guides you through deploying and operating Calico v3\, focusing on the latest advancements such as eBPF dataplane\, WireGuard encryption\, and tiered network policies. Build the confidence to manage modern networking and observability for your applications.\nIS THIS FOR YOU?\n\nYou manage Kubernetes clusters and want to improve networking security and performance\nYou are a network or security engineer working with Kubernetes\nYou are evaluating CNI options for your platform\nYou are running Calico and want to upgrade or use new features\n\nAFTER 60 MINUTES\, YOU’LL:\n\nDeploy Calico v3 on Kubernetes using the Tigera Operator and configure IPAM and IP pools\nChoose and set up VXLAN\, IPinIP\, or direct routing for your cluster\nUse eBPF dataplane for fast packet processing and enable WireGuard encryption for secure traffic\nWrite and debug NetworkPolicies and GlobalNetworkPolicies with tiered security\nMonitor your network with built-in dashboards and troubleshoot connectivity issues\nCompare Calico v3 with other CNIs and plan migration or coexistence strategies\n\nPREREQUISITES\n\nKubernetes networking basics\nK8s cluster without CNI (or replaceable)\nUnderstanding of pods and services\n\nYOUR INSTRUCTOR:\nPascal van Dam is a seasoned Linux and Kubernetes architect with expertise in cloud technologies. As a certified Linux Foundation trainer and IT Gilde Guru\, he excels at making complex concepts accessible through his straightforward teaching approach. Drawing from extensive government and enterprise experience\, Pascal bridges technical solutions with business value\, helping professionals master essential skills quickly. \nHOW TO JOIN THIS SESSION?\nThis live session is completely free! – A limited-time opportunity before these “in an hour” sessions become exclusive to Living Open Source members. \nClick here to register for this session\nPasscode Zoom meeting: 880400 \nFirst come\, first served! Join on time to secure one of the 50 available spots. \nConnect with Living Open Source on Slack or WhatsApp to stay informed. \nBECOME A MEMBER OF LIVING OPEN SOURCE FOR MORE BENEFITS\nCheck out our membership portal and join the fastest growing Linux community in Africa.
URL:https://livingopensource.org/events/calico-cni-v3-for-kubernetes/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Living Open Source Foundation":MAILTO:info@livingopensource.org
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SUMMARY:Strengthen Your Linux Security with Practical SELinux Skills
DESCRIPTION:Security-Enhanced Linux (SELinux) is a powerful tool for protecting your systems\, but it can be complex to understand and manage. This session breaks down SELinux into clear\, actionable steps. You will learn why SELinux matters\, how to set up a basic configuration for common applications\, and how to troubleshoot issues caused by SELinux restrictions.\nIS THIS FOR YOU?\n\nYou manage Linux systems and want to improve security\nYou are responsible for running applications securely on Linux\nYou want to understand SELinux beyond the basics\nYou need practical skills to diagnose and fix SELinux-related problems\n\nAFTER 60 MINUTES\, YOU’LL:\n\nUnderstand the importance of SELinux in securing Linux environments\nSet up a basic SELinux configuration tailored for standard applications\nTroubleshoot and resolve application failures caused by SELinux policies\n\nYOUR INSTRUCTOR:\nSander van Vugt is a seasoned Linux trainer specializing in High Availability and Linux performance solutions. With 62 published books\, including bestsellers like the Red Hat RHCE/RHCSA Cert Guide\, and over 20 video courses\, he brings extensive expertise to his training. His approach combines academic knowledge with real-world consulting experience\, ensuring practical and cutting-edge Linux insights. \nHOW TO JOIN THIS SESSION?\nThis live session is completely free! – A limited-time opportunity before they become exclusive to Living Open Source members. \nClick here to enter the Zoom Session\nPasscode: 723672 \nFirst come\, first served! Join on time to secure one of the 50 available spots. \nConnect with Living Open Source on Slack or WhatsApp to stay informed. \nBECOME A MEMBER OF LIVING OPEN SOURCE FOR MORE BENEFITS\nCheck out our membership portal and join the fastest growing Linux community in Africa!
URL:https://livingopensource.org/events/strengthen-your-linux-security-with-practical-selinux-skills/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Living Open Source Foundation":MAILTO:info@livingopensource.org
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