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3.1 Overview

This section covers the fundamentals of Cloud Native Architecture, which accounts for 16% of the KCNA exam. You’ll learn core concepts such as autoscaling, serverless computing, community governance, and open standards that are crucial for building cloud-native applications.

Topics Covered
  • Fundamentals of Cloud Native Architecture
  • Autoscaling Techniques in Cloud Native Environments
  • Introduction to Serverless Computing
  • Cloud Native Community, Governance, and Standards
  • Roles and Personas in Cloud Native Ecosystems
  • Open Standards in Cloud Native Architecture
Learning Objectives:
  • Understand the core principles of cloud-native architecture, including microservices and containerization.
  • Learn autoscaling techniques for dynamic resource management in cloud-native environments.
  • Explore serverless computing and its advantages in reducing infrastructure overhead.
  • Understand the role of community, governance, and standards in shaping cloud-native technologies.
  • Identify key roles in cloud-native ecosystems and their contributions to application development and management.
  • Recognize the importance of open standards in cloud-native architecture for ensuring interoperability.