Chapter 2. The KCNA Exam as the Starting Point
Since you are reading this book, you likely want to get the KCNA certification from the Linux Foundation, but you may know less about the Foundation itself (don’t worry, we will cover it in this chapter). You should know that passing this exam demonstrates a strong understanding of Kubernetes and cloud native fundamentals, but it will also show that you have a grasp of the principles of cloud native development and security. Thus, having this certification under your belt prepares you for further advanced and more specialized credentials such as Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) or Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS) as well as signaling to the industry of your relevant and up-to-date knowledge on the topic.
But preparing and passing an online exam, especially if it is the first time you’re taking it, is not easy. In this chapter, we will explain exam details and logistics in order to set you up for success. We will be reviewing its structure, topics covered, and what to expect on game day. Let’s start by learning about the origins of the exam.
The KCNA Certification by the Linux Foundation and CNCF
Who created the KCNA exam? The answer is the Linux Foundation and the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF), in partnership with Certiverse, an online platform for exam creation that enabled a group of 15 renown subject matter experts to create test content asynchronously.
As a learner and exam taker, this ...
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