Containers have revolutionized the way applications are developed, deployed, and managed in modern IT environments. Red Hat OpenShift Development I: Introduction to Containers with Podman (DO188) provides developers and IT professionals with the foundational skills needed to build, manage, and deploy containerized applications. This course introduces Podman, a powerful and lightweight container engine, enabling you to run applications in isolated environments without relying on a central daemon. Through hands-on labs, you will learn to create and optimize container images, manage multi-container applications, and troubleshoot common issues.
As organizations shift towards cloud-native development, mastering containerization is essential for improving application portability, scalability, and efficiency. This course covers key container concepts such as image creation, container networking, storage management, and security best practices. You will explore how to work with container registries, use Podman pods for multi-container applications, and integrate containers into your development workflow. By learning these skills, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of how to prepare your applications for Red Hat OpenShift, an industry-leading Kubernetes-based platform.
By the end of this course, you will be able to confidently develop, manage, and secure containerized applications using Podman and prepare them for deployment on OpenShift. Whether you’re a developer looking to modernize your application delivery process or an IT professional seeking to enhance your DevOps skills, this course provides the practical knowledge needed to succeed in a cloud-native world.