> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://notes.kodekloud.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Course Introduction > Learn to implement GitOps with FluxCD for streamlined Kubernetes deployments and continuous delivery in cloud-native environments. Hello and welcome to the FluxCD course by KodeKloud! I'm Siddharth, and I'll guide you through implementing GitOps with [FluxCD](https://fluxcd.io/). In this module, you'll discover how GitOps streamlines Kubernetes deployments and learn to leverage FluxCD for continuous delivery in cloud-native environments. ## What You Will Learn * Core principles of **GitOps** workflow * Key differences between **GitOps** and **DevOps** * FluxCD **architecture** and component overview * Multiple **installation** methods for FluxCD CLI * Managing artifacts from Git repositories, Helm charts, S3 buckets, and OCI registries * Automating container image updates with FluxCD Image Automation Controller * Encrypting secrets using [Bitnami Sealed Secrets](https://github.com/bitnami-labs/sealed-secrets) and [Mozilla SOPS](https://github.com/mozilla/sops) * Signing and verifying container images with [Cosign](https://github.com/sigstore/cosign) * Exposing FluxCD metrics and configuring notifications with Prometheus and Grafana ![The image shows a person in front of a blurred background with a list of topics related to GitOps, including "Basics of GitOps" and "FluxCD Architecture," displayed on the right.](https://kodekloud.com/kk-media/image/upload/v1752877617/notes-assets/images/GitOps-with-FluxCD-Course-Introduction/gitops-topics-person-blurred-background.jpg) ## Course Structure Each lesson follows a structured three-phase approach: 1. **Theory Lecture**: Understand concepts and best practices 2. **Live Demonstration**: See real-world examples in action 3. **Hands-On Lab**: Practice in a managed KodeKloud environment Your labs come fully pre-configured—no need for a personal Kubernetes cluster or cloud account. ## Prerequisites Before we begin, ensure you have a running Linux-based Cloud IDE or control-plane VM with internet access. No additional setup is required. *** By the end of this course, you'll have hands-on experience with FluxCD and GitOps, enabling you to automate Kubernetes deployments confidently. Join the [KodeKloud Community Forum](https://kodekloud.com/forum) to discuss challenges and share insights. Ready to get started? Let's dive into the first lesson! ## References * [FluxCD Official Documentation](https://fluxcd.io/docs/) * [Kubernetes Concepts](https://kubernetes.io/docs/concepts/overview/what-is-kubernetes/) * [Cosign GitHub Repository](https://github.com/sigstore/cosign) ***