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Top 10 Best Kubernetes Books 2023 [Updated

Publications]
by Misbah T | Feb 7, 2023
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Kubernetes is a widely adopted open-source container orchestration system that offers a robust
solution for containerization and cloud-native applications. It effectively streamlines the
implementation of microservices and possesses superior capabilities for container security. This
makes it a favored choice among DevOps teams. Demand for cloud-native tech drives the need for
comprehensive Kubernetes resources and training. Therefore, this blog aims to provide a thorough
list of the top 10 best Kubernetes books that are essential for anyone seeking to deepen their
understanding of Kubernetes.

The Kubernetes Book by Nigel Poulton

Nigel Poulton covers everything from basics to advanced concepts in Kubernetes through this
book .

This book is well-suited for both beginners and experienced professionals who wish to re ne their
knowledge and skills in the realm of container orchestration. It also provides a comprehensive
understanding of Kubernetes construction and security, the architecture of Kubernetes, and the
deployment and administration of applications on the Kubernetes platform. Additionally, this book
provides a technical overview of cloud-native technology and microservices.

Kubernetes in Action by Marko Luksa

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Need a comprehensive guide for understanding how to use Kubernetes for microservices and cloud-
native applications?

Kubernetes in Action by Marko Luksa is an exceptional book for those looking to deepen their
understanding of microservices and cloud-native applications. In fact, the book delves into crucial
topics such as scaling, self-healing, and rolling updates. This makes the book a comprehensive
resource for anyone seeking to master the intricacies of Kubernetes.

Cloud Native DevOps with Kubernetes by Justin Domingus and

John Arundel

This is a great book for beginners!

In this book, Justin Domingus and John Arundel, combine their insightful knowledge to shed light
on the functioning of the Kubernetes system and provides a practical understanding of cloud-native
concepts and applications. This book also includes principles of DevOps as well.

Kubernetes: Up and Running by Kelsey Hightower, Brendan

Burns, and Joe Beda:

Looking to start with Kubernetes? 

Kubernetes: Up and Running by Kelsey Hightower, Brendan Burns, and Joe Beda is a wise
investment for those seeking to deepen their understanding of the Kubernetes platform. This book
begins with a strong foundation of the basics of container orchestration. Besides, it is an excellent
resource for novice learners of Kubernetes. It provides a comprehensive understanding of
containerization and cloud-native applications. This makes it one of the best books available for
those just starting their journey in Kubernetes.

Kubernetes on AWS by Ed Robinson

 Looking for a detailed guide to running Kubernetes on the AWS platform?

The book, Kubernetes on AWS is a captivating publication that delves into crucial aspects such as
scalability, safeguarding, and observability. And it serves as an exceptional resource for individuals
seeking to operate Kubernetes on the Amazon Web Services platform.

Kubernetes Security by Liz Rice and Michael Hausenblas: 

Need to understand better about securing the Kubernetes Control plane? Then this is the book for
you!

This book is a comprehensive guide that can explain to its readers all the securing aspects of
containerized applications on the Kubernetes platform. In fact, this book gives an in-depth
knowledge of various aspects of Kubernetes security. And includes topics such as how to secure
Kubernetes control plane and containerized applications. Moreover, this book also tells you how to
implement network policies.  The book is authored by Liz Rice and Michael Hausenblas who are
experts in Kubernetes and container security.

The Book of Kubernetes: A Comprehensive Guide to Container

Orchestration by Alan Hohn

This book is a great resource for learning about Kubernetes!

Furthermore, it serves as a useful manual for the administration of containerized applications. And
this book encompasses topics such as implementation, scalability, and troubleshooting. Overall, this
book is well-written in a straightforward, easy-to-understand style

Kubernetes Design Patterns and Extensions by Onur Yilmaz

Get a handy guide that can help you to design and build distributed systems on top of Kubernetes!

This book helps you to master the art of container management and Kubernetes. It also helps you to
upskill your understanding of orchestration to ensure that your container-based application
functions smoothly without any roadblocks. The key topics in this book include best practices in
cloud-native applications using Kubernetes, usage of client libraries and programmatic access to
Kubernetes, and how to use domain expertise to codeBook descriptions. 

Kubernetes Cookbook by Sébastien Goasguen and Michael

Hausenblas 

Get the perfect recipe book for using Kubernetes in different scenarios!

This book is a practical guide that can be handy to solve common problems Kubernetes problems
and is a great resource for engineers and experienced users. In fact, the topics that are covered in the
book include a comprehensive guide on how to install, con gure and manage the working of
Kubernetes clusters. It also provides guidance about how to use labels, annotation, replica sets of
Kubernetes features, and more. In summary, this book is a perfect guide  and resource for
developers, DevOps or DevSecOps engineers, and system administrators who are working with
Kubernetes

Kubernetes and Docker: An Enterprise Guide by Scott Surovich

Marc Boorshtein 

Need a great source for Learning Docker and Kubernetes? This is the right book for you!

Docker and Kubernetes: An Enterprise Guide is a book that managed to easily explain the working
of Docker and Kubernetes in a well-written and easy-to-understand style. By the end of this book,
you will be able to understand the building development clusters for Kubernetes components and
testing applications. This helps the reader to easily audit a cluster by implementing solutions such as
Kibana, Falco,  Velero, and OPA.

Also read, Best Container Security Books for 2023

Conclusion
The books listed above are an invaluable resource for individuals seeking to enhance their
understanding of Kubernetes. The top 10 best books on Kubernetes presented here offer a
comprehensive and practical guide to utilizing and administering Kubernetes for container
orchestration, microservices, and cloud-native application management. Regardless of one’s level of
expertise with Kubernetes, these books are essential reading for anyone in the eld.

Also read, Best DevSecOps Books

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