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Exam Overview
Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation Mastery: Design, Implement, and Manage Kubernetes Storage
“Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Data Foundation (EX370) Exam”
Exam Purpose: The EX370 exam assesses your capacity to create and manage storage for container-based applications using Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation.
Certification Achievement: A successful exam completion makes you a Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Data Foundation and counts towards your journey to becoming a Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA®).
Current Objectives: Exam objectives are aligned with the latest version of Red Hat products. To explore available exam versions for purchase, click “Get started.”
Versatile Skills: The knowledge and skills gained from this exam are applicable in both self-managed OpenShift editions and managed service editions like Red Hat OpenShift on AWS (ROSA) and Azure Red Hat OpenShift.
Course content coverage
Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation Deployment:
- Internal and external mode deployment.
Block Storage Provisioning:
- Provisioning non-shareable block storage for databases.
- Provisioning shareable block storage for virtual machines.
File and Object Storage Provisioning:
- Provisioning shareable file storage for CI/CD pipelines and AI/ML.
- Provisioning shareable object storage for AI/ML and media streaming.
Cluster Service Storage:
- Provisioning storage for Red Hat OpenShift cluster services (e.g., monitoring, registry).
Storage Management and Optimization:
- Monitoring and expanding storage capacity and performance.
Data Management:
- Attaching and detaching storage for backup and archiving.
- Creating and accessing volume snapshots and clones.
Troubleshooting and Data Protection:
- Troubleshooting internal Ceph components in Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation.
- Performing backup and restore operations using the OADP API.
This course covers a comprehensive range of topics for effective storage management in Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation.
Ideal Audience
- Cluster Basics: Understand the role and types of clusters in modern computing environments
- Administrative Skills: Learn cluster setup, configuration, and resource management.
- SRE Essentials: Master SRE practices, including SLOs, monitoring, and incident response.
- Performance Optimization: Optimize cluster performance, capacity planning, and cost-saving measures
Recommended training
- Free Assessment: Take our complimentary assessment to evaluate your suitability for this course.
- Prerequisites for Red Hat OpenShift Roles:
- For Red Hat OpenShift cluster engineer or SRE roles, either possess Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration (EX280) or equivalent knowledge.
- Recommended for all roles: Red Hat Certified System Administrator exam (EX200) or equivalent knowledge in Linux system administration.
- Advanced Knowledge Opportunity:
- While not mandatory, students who have completed “Red Hat OpenShift Administration III: Scaling Kubernetes Deployments in the Enterprise (DO380)” will gain advanced proficiency in the Red Hat OpenShift platform, preparing them for working with Red Hat Openshift Data Foundation (formerly Red Hat OpenShift Container Storage).
- Ansible Automation and Storage Recommendations:
- Basic knowledge of Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform is beneficial, although not obligatory.
- Basic knowledge of storage technologies, encompassing disk types, SAN, and NAS, is recommended.
Unlocking Success: Essential Technology Considerations
Internet Access: Essential for Classroom Environment and Red Hat OpenShift Cluster Access in the Red Hat Training Cloud
Course Syllabus
Course Content: Mastering OpenShift Data Foundation Deployment
Understanding Deployment Architectures
- Exploring Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation deployment architectures.
Internal, Converged Mode Deployment
- Deploying OpenShift Data Foundation on Red Hat OpenShift using the Internal, Converged Mode.
Configuring Cluster Services
- Configuring Red Hat OpenShift Cluster Services to seamlessly integrate with OpenShift Data Foundation.
Application Workload Configuration
- Configuring application workloads to leverage OpenShift Data Foundation for both block and file storage.
Monitoring and Capacity Expansion
- Proactive monitoring and expanding of OpenShift Data Foundation block and file storage capacity.
Troubleshooting Ceph Components
- Expertly troubleshooting Ceph components within OpenShift Data Foundation.
Expanding Storage Volumes
- Extending OpenShift Data Foundation block and file storage volumes for evolving needs.
Backup and Restore Procedures
- Implementing backup and restore processes for OpenShift Data Foundation block and file volumes.
Object Storage Integration
- Configuring application workloads to utilize OpenShift Data Foundation object storage effectively.
Object Storage Monitoring and Maintenance
- Monitoring and expanding OpenShift Data Foundation object storage capacity for optimal performance.
Object Storage Backup and Restore
- Performing backup and restore of OpenShift Data Foundation object buckets with precision.
External Mode Deployment
- Deploying OpenShift Data Foundation on Red Hat OpenShift using the External Mode for versatility.
This revamped content structure provides a clear and organized overview of the course, making it more effective for learners.
Impact on the organization
Unlocking Organizational Growth: Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation for Enterprise Kubernetes Storage
Supporting Expansion: Empowering IT operations teams in organizations on their containerization journey.
Automated Storage Provisioning: The curriculum streamlines the process of provisioning storage for a wide range of application requirements, a crucial component for supporting digital transformation and expanding containerized application portfolios.
Impact on the individual
“Mastering Enterprise Kubernetes Storage with Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation”
Provision and Manage Storage: Acquire crucial skills to provision and manage storage that aligns with application performance and availability needs.
Key Skills Covered:
- Deploying Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation on a Red Hat OpenShift cluster, utilizing local or cloud storage.
- Selection and configuration of storage classes to match specific workload requirements.
- Proactive monitoring and capacity expansion for optimized performance.
- Creating and attaching snapshots and clones of persistent volumes.
This restructured content provides a clear and concise overview of the skills covered in the course, making it more effective for potential learners
Next Steps in Your Learning Journey
Recommended Next Step: Red Hat OpenShift Administration III (DO380)”
- For Cluster Engineers and SREs: Red Hat OpenShift Administration III (DO380) is the recommended follow-up course to further advance your skills and expertise
EX370 Exam Overview:
EX370, the Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Data Foundation exam, assesses your proficiency in storage management for container-based applications within Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation. By successfully passing this exam, you not only earn the Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Data Foundation title but also make progress toward achieving the esteemed Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA®) certification.
The exam objectives are aligned with the latest Red Hat product version, ensuring your skills are up to date. This certification’s relevance extends to both self-managed OpenShift editions and managed services like Red Hat OpenShift on AWS (ROSA) and Azure Red Hat OpenShift, making it a versatile asset in the world of containerization and cloud-native solutions. Get started and enhance your career with this distinguished certification.
Audience for this Exam:
- The Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Data Foundation exam (EX370) is tailored for systems administrators, cloud administrators, and cloud engineers who play pivotal roles in managing OpenShift and Kubernetes-based cloud infrastructures. Additionally, site reliability engineers (SREs) who focus on maintaining the reliability and performance of cloud-native applications will find this certification invaluable. EX370 equips these professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in containerized application storage management within Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation, enhancing their capabilities in cloud infrastructure operations.
Prerequisites for this course
Prerequisite Knowledge: Prior completion of the Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator certification (EX200) or equivalent Linux system administration expertise is advised, as a strong foundation in Linux systems is essential.
Enterprise Kubernetes Storage Proficiency: It is recommended to have completed the “Enterprise Kubernetes Storage with Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation” (DO370) course or possess equivalent experience. This expertise is valuable for understanding Kubernetes storage.
OpenShift Administration Background: Having obtained the Red Hat Certified OpenShift Administrator Certification (EX280) or having equivalent experience in OpenShift administration is beneficial for navigating the exam.
Ansible Automation Platform: While not mandatory, a basic understanding of the Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform is beneficial and can enhance your preparation.
Storage Technology Familiarity: A foundational knowledge of storage technologies, including disk types, SAN (Storage Area Network), and NAS (Network-Attached Storage), is recommended as it is directly relevant to the exam objectives.
Assessment: To determine the best-suited preparation path, take advantage of Red Hat’s free assessment to identify the course that aligns most closely with your needs for this exam.
Study points for the exam
Manage OpenShift Container Platform:
- Utilize command line tools to manage and configure an OpenShift Container Platform cluster.
- Navigate and configure an OpenShift Container Platform cluster using the web console.
- Create and manage projects.
- Handle ConfigMaps and secrets, including creation, editing, and deletion.
- Import, export, and configure Kubernetes resources.
- Investigate cluster resources and status.
- Access and analyze logs.
- Monitor cluster events and alerts.
- Troubleshoot common cluster issues.
- Utilize product documentation effectively.
Deploy OpenShift Data Foundation:
- Deploy OpenShift Data Foundation in internal mode.
- Deploy OpenShift Data Foundation from both the web console and command line.
- Configure OpenShift cluster services to use Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation.
- Configure the internal image registry to utilize Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation.
- Set up monitoring to use Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation.
Deploy and Manage Applications and Images:
- Deploy applications to Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform via both the web console and command line.
- Configure applications to utilize ConfigMaps and secrets.
- Understand and work with image tags.
- Create and edit external routes.
- Troubleshoot applications within OpenShift.
- Handle application resources, including descriptions, logs, and containers.
- Connect to and manage containers running within pods.
- Configure application workloads to utilize Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation file and block storage.
- Identify essential Ceph components for Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation implementations.
- Configure applications to utilize Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation file and block storage.
- Set up custom storage classes and manage storage capacity.
- Monitor Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation cluster health.
- Establish storage quotas and permissions.
- Extend application storage for Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation.
- Perform backup and restoration of Kubernetes block and file volumes, as well as applications.
- Create volume snapshots and clones.
- Configure applications to use Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation object storage.
- Create and manage object bucket claims and access object storage.
- Monitor Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation object buckets.
Control Access to Resources:
- Define role-based access controls.
- Apply permissions to users.
- Manage sensitive information through secrets.
- Create and configure service accounts and apply permissions using security context constraints.
- Control pod scheduling and resource usage.
- Implement pod placement strategies across cluster nodes.
These detailed study points cover the essential knowledge and skills required to excel in the EX370 exam, and they serve as a comprehensive guide for candidates preparing for the certification.
Effective Exam Preparation:
Red Hat strongly recommends considering the “Enterprise Kubernetes Storage with Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation (DO370)” course to aid in your exam preparation. While attending these courses can be beneficial, they are not obligatory, and candidates can opt to take the exam independently.
It’s important to note that attending classes alone does not guarantee success on the exam. Practical experience, hands-on practice, and inherent aptitude are also crucial factors in determining success.
While there are numerous books and external resources available for system administration in Red Hat products, Red Hat does not officially endorse any specific materials as exam preparation guides. However, additional reading and resources can certainly enhance your understanding and overall preparedness for the exam
Exam Format Overview:
In this performance-based exam, candidates are assessed on their ability to configure and manage cloud application storage using OpenShift Data Foundation. The evaluation focuses on practical skills and knowledge in utilizing Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation and Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform. Candidates will perform routine configuration and administrative tasks, and their performance will be measured against specific objective criteria. This exam format closely mirrors real-world job responsibilities, ensuring that candidates are well-prepared for practical, on-the-job tasks.
Scores and reporting:
Official exam scores are exclusively accessible through Red Hat Certification Central, and candidates should not expect examiners or training partners to provide direct score reports. Typically, exam results are made available within 3 U.S. business days.
These results are presented as total scores, without a breakdown of performance on individual items. Red Hat does not offer additional information on specific exam items upon request.
If you do not pass the exam on your initial attempt, you have the opportunity to retake it once. Further details can be found on our Training Policies
Recommended Next Steps
Consider enrolling in “Red Hat OpenShift Administration III: Scaling Kubernetes Deployments in Enterprise (DO380)” to further your skills and knowledge.
Demonstrate Your Expertise
- Effectively perform fundamental OpenShift Container Platform management tasks.
- Successfully deploy OpenShift Data Foundation, ensuring its proper setup.
- Configure OpenShift Cluster Services to leverage the benefits of Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation.
- Efficiently deploy and manage applications and images within an OpenShift environment.
- Skillfully configure application workloads to utilize Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation file and block storage solutions.
- Competently manage Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation block and file storage capacities.
- Proficiently execute backup and restoration processes for Kubernetes block and file volumes.
- Configure applications to utilize Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation object storage, enhancing data management capabilities within OpenShift.
Is This Certification a Good Fit for You?
The Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Data Foundation certification is suitable for the following individuals:
Site reliability engineers, system administrators, and developers responsible for provisioning and managing storage for container-based applications.
Red Hat Certified System Administrators (RHCSAs) or individuals with equivalent skills are strongly recommended to pursue this certification, as it builds upon the foundational knowledge and skills they possess.
Challenge Your Skills and Knowledge:
- Basic OpenShift Container Platform management
- Deployment of OpenShift Data Foundation
- Configuration of OpenShift Cluster Services to integrate with Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation
- Deployment and management of applications and images
- Configuration of application workloads to utilize Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation file and block storage
- Management of Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation block and file storage capacity
- Execution of backup and restoration procedures for Kubernetes block and file volumes
- Configuration of applications to leverage Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation object storage capabilities
The best way to learn is to do
- Red Hat OpenShift Administration II: Operating a Production Kubernetes Cluster (DO280): This course equips you with the skills necessary to efficiently operate a production Kubernetes cluster, a crucial aspect of OpenShift Data Foundation management.
- Enterprise Kubernetes Storage with Red Hat OpenShift Data Foundation (DO370): Delve into the world of enterprise Kubernetes storage, and acquire the expertise required to manage storage effectively within the OpenShift Data Foundation environment.