Welcome to iximiuz Labs
Indie Learning Platform to Master Server Side Craft
Interactive Courses and Tutorials for Mastering Server Side Technologies
Learn the skills you need for the jobin the most hands-on way possible 👷🏼Learn the skills you needfor the job in the mosthands-on way possible 👷🏼 
Training Challenges for Building DevOps and SRE Skills
Solve fun problems and get readyfor your next SRE/DevOps interview 🧑💻Solve fun problems andget ready for your nextSRE/DevOps interview 🧑💻 Challenges
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Focused Skill Paths and Comprehensive Roadmaps for Step-by-Step Learning
Follow guided paths to mastercomplex technologies step by step 🛣️Follow guided paths tomaster complex technologiesstep by step 🛣️ Roadmap on Containers
Docker 101: Run and Manage Containers
Go from zero to a confident Docker beginner. Learn how to run containers of all kinds, interact with them, and build a clear mental model of how Docker manages your applications behind the scenes.
Build Container Images Like a Pro
Practice building container images, choosing the right base image, organizing multi-stage Dockerfiles, and troubleshooting common issues caused by flawed image composition.
Get Started with Dagger
Learn how to install Dagger and write the first modules to build, test, and deploy your application.
eBPF/XDP Network Skill Path
A hands-on learning path that teaches how to use eBPF and XDP for high-performance, in-kernel packet processing, from protocol parsing to advanced use cases like firewalling, rate limiting, and load balancing.
eBPF Beginner Skill Path
Learn eBPF from the ground up — from writing and running your first program, to storing data in eBPF maps, inspecting and monitoring kernel activity using bpftool and bpftop, and understanding how the verifier ensures safe eBPF execution. Finish with a hands-on challenge to put your new skills to the test.
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Remote Playgrounds for Docker, Kubernetes, Linux, Networking, and Security
Experiment in carefully craftedsandboxes right from your browser 🧪Experiment in carefullycrafted sandboxes rightfrom your browser 🧪 This playground was prepared for you by the iximiuz Labs team.
Kubernetes Cluster
A multi-node Kubernetes cluster provisioned with kubeadm, allowing you to choose your preferred container runtime and networking plugin. Perfect for CKA, CKAD, and CKS preparation.
This playground was prepared for you by the iximiuz Labs team.
This playground was prepared for you by the iximiuz Labs team.
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How To Use iximiuz Labs
- 🧪 Practice in Playgrounds - Remote sandbox environments for free-form exploration of Linux, networking, containers, Kubernetes, and related technologies.
- 📖 Learn with Tutorials - Traditional long-form articles with clear diagrams, reproducible instructions, and interactive blocks - augmented by Playgrounds.
- 🏆 Solve Challenges - Bite-sized Linux, Docker, and Kubernetes problems - with auto-grading, hints, and explanatory solutions.
- 📚 Enrol in Courses - Theoretical lessons intermixed with hands-on exercises to cover broader topics in depth.
- 🛠️ Follow Skill Paths - Highly focused learning sequences to develop or improve specific DevOps skills.
- 🗺️ Explore Roadmaps - Comprehensive learning paths to master entire domains or technologies.
We know firsthand that there's no one-size-fits-all approach to learning. That's why each part of iximiuz Labs is designed to support you at every stage of your journey.
The best way to build proficiency is through practice in a realistic yet safe environment - that's exactly what Playgrounds provide. With just a one click, you can get a Linux VM, Docker, or even a multi-node Kubernetes cluster ready in seconds, letting you experiment freely without risking your host system.
When you're looking to deepen your understanding with theory, our Tutorials and Courses offer clear explanations to help you grasp even the most nuanced topics.
For a more structured approach, Skill Paths and Roadmaps offer carefully curated, step-by-step guidance, so you always know exactly where you're headed next.
Finally, when you want to put your skills to the test, our interactive Challenges simulate real-world scenarios, helping you apply your knowledge through practical, hands-on exercises.