Certification guides
Plain-language guides for people preparing for the Golden Kubestronaut certifications.
CNCF certification roadmap for 2026: the 16 exams behind Golden Kubestronaut
A practical order for the 16 certifications behind Golden Kubestronaut: what each exam costs, which are hands-on, which have prerequisites, and where to start.
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Free vs paid Kubernetes practice exams: how to choose
Free and paid Kubernetes practice resources compared by category: what each type is good for, what to check before paying, and how GoldenKube handles access.
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How spaced repetition works on GoldenKube
The review ladder behind GoldenKube practice: when a missed question returns, how the 1-day and 4-day reviews work, and how the next question is chosen.
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Multiple-choice vs hands-on CNCF exams: what each format rewards
How the multiple-choice and performance-based CNCF and Linux Foundation exams differ in length, passing score, price and what each format rewards in your prep.
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