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Training Crossplane & XRD - Kubernetes Cluster Control

Ref: CTW329
10 people max.
From $5,775 HT / per person
In-company rate from 2 attendees: from $10,395 for the whole teamUp to 8 attendees for less than the price of 2 individual seats.
On-site on request · +$540 with certification exam
5 days
Onsite

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Why this program matters

  • Without this upskilling, your team accumulates a technological gap that translates directly into productivity loss.

  • Organizations that don't train their talents on key topics see their competitiveness drop.

  • Every quarter without training is a gap widening with competitors who invest.

  • The cost of inaction quickly exceeds that of well-targeted training.

Nawfel ABED, Learni trainer · Cybersecurity expert
Nawfel ABED

Learni trainer · Cybersecurity expert

73%productivity gap
×3cost of inaction

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Learning objectives

  • Design Composite Resource Definitions to standardize cloud resources
  • Implement Crossplane compositions with dependencies across AWS, Azure, and GCP providers
  • Secure claims and RBAC access for product teams
  • Audit and version XRD packages in an internal catalog
  • Integrate Crossplane into an existing GitOps CI/CD pipeline
  • Optimize reconciliation performance on clusters with more than 200 nodes
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Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Don't let this gap widen

Why this program matters

  • Without this upskilling, your team accumulates a technological gap that translates directly into productivity loss.

  • Organizations that don't train their talents on key topics see their competitiveness drop.

  • Every quarter without training is a gap widening with competitors who invest.

  • The cost of inaction quickly exceeds that of well-targeted training.

Nawfel ABED, Learni trainer · Cybersecurity expert
Nawfel ABED

Learni trainer · Cybersecurity expert

73%productivity gap
×3cost of inaction

Program

Module 1Architecture and installation (Crossplane 1.16, providers)

Install a highly available Crossplane cluster, configure AWS and Azure providers, create initial XRDs and Compositions, hands-on exercises in a multi-account test environment, deliver a validated base schema.

Module 2Designing composite resources (XRD, Composition Functions)

Model complex resources with Go functions and Patch, manage dependencies between objects, unit test compositions, reuse existing patterns, produce an internal XRD package ready for the catalog.

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Module 3Security and governance (RBAC, Vault, OPA)

Implement namespace-based RBAC policies, integrate Vault for secrets, validate claims with Gatekeeper, review drift risks, exercises on a simulated production cluster, deliver an applied governance policy.

Module 4CI/CD integration and observability (Argo CD, Prometheus, Grafana)

Deploy compositions via Argo CD, set up reconciliation metrics, create error dashboards, manage package versions, test automatic rollback, produce a fully documented pipeline.

Module 5Industrialization and scaling (catalog, tests, migration)

Create an internal XRD catalog, automate acceptance tests, migrate existing resources to claims, review performance on 200 nodes, present final deliverables and enterprise implementation plan.

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Evaluation method

  • 20-question multiple-choice quiz on XRD and Composition concepts
  • Final practical exercise: design and deploy a complete XRD
  • Group review of the package delivered by each participant

Learning method

  • Creation and versioning of Composite Resource Definitions
  • Development of Composition Functions in Go
  • Securing claims with RBAC and OPA policies
  • Integrating Crossplane into an Argo CD GitOps workflow

Methods, materials and delivery

The Training Crossplane & XRD - Kubernetes Cluster Control program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training Crossplane & XRD - Kubernetes Cluster Control program, the following equipment is required:

  • Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
  • Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
  • Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
  • Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training Crossplane & XRD - Kubernetes Cluster Control program is performed through:

  • During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
  • End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
  • After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

Our method

Training quality, guaranteed at every step

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

  • Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
  • Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.
Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

  • Live briefing on goals and team context.
  • Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

  • Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
  • Program co-written then validated by your team.
Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

  • NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
  • Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which tools are used in Crossplane & XRD training?+
Hands-on work runs on crossplane 1.16, providers, XRD, composition Functions, RBAC and vault. Those tools come from the Crossplane & XRD program itself, delivered on site over 5 days, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.
What can participants do after Crossplane & XRD training?+
They can design Composite Resource Definitions to standardize cloud resources, implement Crossplane compositions with dependencies across AWS, Azure, and GCP providers and secure claims and RBAC access for product teams. Those are the stated objectives of the Crossplane & XRD program at Advanced level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
What does the Crossplane & XRD program cover, day by day?+
Day 1: Architecture and installation (Crossplane 1.16, providers). Day 2: Designing composite resources (XRD, Composition Functions). Day 3: Security and governance (RBAC, Vault, OPA). Day 4: CI/CD integration and observability (Argo CD, Prometheus, Grafana). Day 5: Industrialization and scaling (catalog, tests, migration). The Crossplane & XRD program runs over 5 days, delivered on site.
How is Crossplane & XRD training assessed?+
Assessment relies on 20-question multiple-choice quiz on XRD and Composition concepts, final practical exercise: design and deploy a complete XRD and group review of the package delivered by each participant. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the Crossplane & XRD program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does Crossplane & XRD training cost per participant?+
$5,775 (USD) per participant. A detailed quote is sent within one business day, and team pricing applies from the second participant.
How long does Crossplane & XRD training take?+
5 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.
Who pays for Crossplane & XRD training?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
What do participants need to know before Crossplane & XRD training?+
Proficiency in Kubernetes, experience with CRDs and operators, practical use of the kubectl command line, and understanding of GitOps concepts.
Is a certificate issued after Crossplane & XRD training?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.
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