To make the most out of the "Service Mesh for Java developers" workshop, attendees are expected to meet the following requirements:
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Basic knowledge of Java development: Attendees should be familiar with Java programming concepts and have experience working with Java-based frameworks such as Spring Boot and Micronaut.
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Familiarity with containerization: A basic understanding of Docker and containerization concepts is essential, as the workshop will involve deploying Java applications within containers.
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Experience with Kubernetes: Attendees should have a working knowledge of Kubernetes, including concepts like clusters, nodes, deployments, and services. Prior experience using Minikube or KIND (Kubernetes IN Docker) for local Kubernetes development is strongly recommended.
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Understanding of service mesh concepts: A basic understanding of service mesh architecture and its benefits will help attendees grasp the workshop material more effectively. Prior knowledge of service mesh technologies (Istio, Kuma, Linkerd, etc.) is a plus but not a prerequisite, as attendees will receive an introduction to the service mesh pattern during the workshop.
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Pre-installed software and tools: Ensure that the following tools are installed and set up on your local machine before attending the workshop:
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Docker (latest version) - https://www.docker.com/products/docker-desktop
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Minikube (latest version) - https://minikube.sigs.k8s.io/docs/start/ OR
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KIND (latest version) - https://kind.sigs.k8s.io/docs/user/quick-start/
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Kubectl (latest version) - https://kubernetes.io/docs/tasks/tools/install-kubectl/
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Helm (latest version) - https://helm.sh/docs/intro/install/
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Java Development Kit (JDK) 17 - https://jdk.java.net/17/
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IntelliJ IDEA (Community Edition or existing license for Enterprise Edition; Community Edition is sufficient) - https://www.jetbrains.com/idea/download/
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K9s Kubernetes client (latest version) - https://k9scli.io/topics/install/
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Laptop with appropriate operating system: Attendees should bring a laptop with a Linux or macOS operating system, at least 8 GB of RAM, and a modern multi-core processor to run the necessary tools and applications during the workshop. Ensure that you have a stable internet connection for the workshop’s duration.
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For Windows laptop users, unfortunately, we don’t have access to Windows machines to validate all the instructions. If you are bringing a Windows laptop, make sure you have appropriate rights to install software like Docker or Minikube. Please be aware that the workshop experience might not be as seamless compared to using a Linux or macOS operating system. |
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Active participation: Attendees are expected to actively engage in hands-on exercises and discussions throughout the workshop to maximize learning and gain practical experience with service mesh technologies.
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Grafana and Prometheus will be installed during the workshop, so there is no need to pre-install them on your local machine. |
By meeting these requirements, attendees will be well-prepared to participate in the "Service Mesh for Java developers" workshop, enhancing their understanding of service mesh technologies and their benefits for Java/JVM developers.