Kubestronaut: Becoming One
What the Kubestronaut title is, why it's worth pursuing, and the roadmap I followed to become Nepal's first.
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I became Nepal’s first Kubestronaut by passing all five CNCF Kubernetes certifications. In this article I explain what the Kubestronaut program is, why it’s worth the effort, and the roadmap I followed so you can plan your own path.
Key takeaways
- Kubestronaut means passing all five CNCF exams: the foundational KCNA and KCSA, plus the hands-on CKAD, CKA and CKS.
- Perks include the Kubestronaut jacket and ongoing discounts on CNCF certifications and events.
- CKS was the hardest of the five: complex tasks under a tight clock, so prioritising questions matters.
- Consistent hands-on practice with simulators, fluency in kubectl and Vim, and staying calm under pressure make the difference.