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Live kickoff with Mallory Haigh
- Module 1: Intro to platform engineering
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Recording: Intro to Platform Engineering
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Quiz - Module 1: Intro to platform engineering
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Core concepts and foundations of platform engineering
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What is platform engineering, and why do definitions matter?
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Differences between Platform Engineering, DevOps, and SRE
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Becoming a platform engineer
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Understanding your current platform engineering setup
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Resources
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Thought exercise
- Module 2: How to build an Internal Developer Platform (IDP)
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Module 2: How to build an Internal Developer Platform
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Quiz - Module 2: How to build an Internal Developer Platform
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Platform as a Product
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Platforms in the wild
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Orchestration and Orchestrators
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The “Right-Sized Platform” Principle
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Platform architecture choices
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Front-end and back-end designs
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Reference Architectures and where to get started building your IDP
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Resources
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Thought exercise
- Module 3: Platform tooling 101
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Module 3: Platform tooling 101
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Quiz - Module 3: Platform Tooling 101
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Tooling philosophy
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What tools platform teams are using
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Hands on lab featuring two IDP examples
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Pipeline-based IDP with Backstage and ArgoCD built with CNOE
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Graph-based platform built with a Platform Orchestrator
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Resources
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Thought exercise
- Module 4: The art of building golden paths
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Module 4: The art of building golden paths
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Quiz - Module 4: The art of building Golden Paths
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Designing golden paths
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Golden paths vs Golden cages
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How to identify Golden Paths?
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The impact of Golden Paths
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Resources
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Homework
- Module 5: Find the right abstraction(s)
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Recording - Find the right abstraction(s)
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Quiz - Module 5: Find the right abstraction(s)
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Value of abstractions
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The reality of leaky abstractions
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Classifying abstractions
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Frontend abstractions
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Backend abstractions
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How abstractions pave golden paths
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Resources
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Thought exercise
- Module 6: Infrastructure platform engineering
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Module 6: Infrastructure Platform Engineering
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Quiz - Module 6: Infrastructure Platform Engineering
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What is Infrastructure Platform Engineering
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The core mindset shift
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Why Infrastructure Platform Engineering?
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Rules for designing APIs for platforms
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Vending machines
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The How: Everything as code
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Separation of concerns vs cross-cutting concerns
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Resources
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Thought exercise
- Module 7: How to build your Minimum Viable Platform (MVP)
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Module 7: How to build your Minimum Viable Platform (MVP)
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Quiz - Module 7: How to build your Minimum Viable Platform (MVP)
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Defining a Minimum Viable Platform
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Why start with an MVP
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Designing and building your own MVP
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Follow the MVP framework
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Resources
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Thought exercise:
- Module 8: How to sell your MVP to key stakeholders
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Module 8: How to sell your MVP to key stakeholders
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Quiz - Module 8: How to sell your MVP to key stakeholders
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Why you need to be a sales person
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Problem statement framework for effective communication
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Example 1: How to communicate to developers
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Example 2: How to communicate with security teams
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Example 3: How to communicate with execs
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Build a business case and calculate ROI
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Resources
- Bonus: Guest lecture with Artem Lajko
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How to build a multi-tenancy Internal Developer Platform with GitOps and vCluster
- Bonus: Guest lecture with Ajay Chankramath
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Maximizing value in your platform engineering journey
- Conclusion & Final Q&A
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Course Feedback Survey
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Exam info
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Platform Engineering Certified Practitioner
Hands-on certification for DevOps, SREs, and engineering managers that covers key platform engineering principles and practical frameworks like Platform as a Product, adoption strategies, best practices on selling platform initiatives internally.
What you'll learn
By the end of this certification, you'll be able to:
Design and build Internal Developer Platforms (IDPs) that scale. Apply the Platform as a Product mindset to drive adoption and ROI. Create golden paths that reduce cognitive load and boost developer productivity. Find the right abstractions to simplify complexity without losing control. Build a Minimum Viable Platform (MVP) and sell it to executives, security, and infra teams.
Who's it for?
Practitioners
DevOps and SREs who want to upskill, sharpen their platform chops, and boost their earning potential (salaries run up to 42% higher 🚀).
Platform Engineers
ICs and Heads of Platform who want proven frameworks, golden paths, and best practices to drive adoption across their org.
Leaders
Engineering managers, directors, and platform leaders who want to align teams, show ROI, and navigate the shift to Platform as a Product.
8 MODULES · 8 QUIZZES · LIVE SESSIONS INCLUDED
CURRICULUM
Complete the modules in order. Quizzes throughout.
MODULE 1 Intro to Platform Engineering
Core concepts and foundations of platform engineering Why platform engineering has emerged, and its impact on the industry Differences between Platform Engineering, DevOps, and SRE Essential skills to learn to become a platform engineer How to design Internal Developer Platforms (IDPs)MODULE 2 How to build an Internal Developer Platform
Designing and implementing IDPs Golden paths and abstraction layers Front-end and back-end designs Determining the best starting point Reference architectures and where to get started building your IDPMODULE 3 Platform tooling 101
What tools platform teams are using Platform architecture best practice Frontend vs backend Hands on lab featuring two IDP examples Open source platform with Backstage and ArgoCD build with CNOE Vendor based platform built with a platform orchestratorMODULE 4 The art of building golden paths
Designing golden paths Mapping value streams Constructing developer experience workflows Understanding golden paths vs golden cagesMODULE 5 Find the right abstraction(s)
Value of abstractions Abstractions vs Illusions Frontend Abstractions Backend Abstractions End-to-end developer flow How abstractions pave golden pathsMODULE 6 Infrastructure Platform Engineering
Everything as Code deep dive The impact of IPE Vending machines Looking at Everything as Code and how to think about building systems Philosophically, how it all lines upMODULE 7 How to build your Minimum Viable Platform (MVP)
Defining a Minimum Viable Platform (MVP) Why start with an MVP Designing and building your own MVP Common platform engineering mistakes How to get stakeholder buy inMODULE 8 How to sell your MVP to key stakeholders
Selling your MVP effectively Addressing stakeholder pain points Platform ROI and business cases Building customer feedback loops Providing internal documentationLIVE SESSIONS
Cohort-based sessions with the instructor.
Join live for Q&A, guidance, and accountability. Dates shown here are the next cohort.
Kickoff session
How to navigate the course and get certified Recommended pacing + where people typically get stuck
Live Q&A #1
Q&A on Modules 1–3 Implementation feedback and patterns
Live Q&A #2
Guided walkthrough & examples Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
Live Q&A #3
Q&A on Modules 4–6 Feedback on your MVP planMeet your Instructor
Mallory Haigh
Course instructor and Platform Engineering SME
- Full-stack engineer by background (LAMP stack veteran + PHP lifer)
- Also experienced in: Engineering management, customer success, product development
- Platform Engineering SME, course instructor, trainer, and coach
- #horsegirl, farmer, cat+dog mom
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| Jay Moran |  |
SVP of Platform Engineering & Distinguished Engineer at Fiserv | I don’t often feel certifications are too useful, but in this case beyond being not vendor specific, I think this is one certification that really helps define a “Platform Engineer” versus someone who does some of the many components of what goes into platform engineering… | https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaycmoran/ | https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jaycmoran_platformasaproduct-idp-platformengineering-activity-7364777833262448641-ku7Z/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAB7W6ucBwi1gPqF5QCBe36ipfkH_n4Cityo |
| Daniel Palermi |  |
Senior Cloud Engineer at Serko | The Platform Engineering Practitioner certification helped me understand the evolution of DevOps and engineering practices over the years. It clarified the concept of platform engineering and its true purpose. In my opinion, everyone working in an IT company should take this course, as it offers valuable lessons that span across all roles. |
https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-palermi-4a5b881b/ | |
| Brittany Lebel |  |
Senior Product Owner, Kinsale Insurance | The Platform Engineering course was a transformative addition to my career. The content was well-structured, covering everything from designing Platform Engineering Maturity Models to developing reference architectures that drive standardization and empower developers with seamless self-service capabilities. The hands-on lectures on Pocket IDP provided an in-depth exploration of the entire implementation process, diving into technical details and real-case scenarios. This comprehensive approach offered invaluable insights into how an IDP functions as a product and how it can efficiently support production workloads.Thanks to this course, I now have the expertise to contribute meaningfully to the development and enhancement of our Internal Developer Platform, enabling us to accelerate application delivery cycles.I highly recommend this course to anyone eager to elevate their engineering expertise and make a tangible impact in platform engineering! | https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-lebel/ | |
| Marc Schnitzius |  |
Service Lead Platform Engineering at Codecentric AG | The Platform Engineering Certified Practitioner course is a great guide for better understanding that the success of an internal developer platform is not just about making developers happy and shifting all their problems to a platform team. | https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-schnitzius/ | |
| Rafael de Araujo Pires |  |
Global Director of Architecture at AB InBev | The Platform Engineering Practitioner certification was more than concepts. It was a reflection on my own platform journey since 2022.The biggest lesson? Platforms are about people. It’s about listening, building trust, and reducing friction so teams can deliver value with autonomy. It’s about connecting culture, product, and technology, and showing that developer satisfaction can be as strategic as any infrastructure investment.Platform engineering isn’t just code: it’s people, trust, and real business impact. | https://www.linkedin.com/in/rafaeldearaujop/ |
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Receive an official Platform Engineering Certified Practitioner certificate when you complete the course and pass the exam. Valid for 1 year.
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Why this certification? |
Unlike other programs, this certification blends technical, product, and business frameworks so you can actually build and scale a successful platform initiative, not just understand the tech. |
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What will I learn? |
You’ll master platform engineering fundamentals: how to design an Internal Developer Platform, build golden paths, and scale adoption across teams, all using proven frameworks from top platform teams. |
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How is it delivered? |
Live weekly sessions (recorded if you can’t join), self-paced modules, guest lectures, and an active Slack community of 500+ platform engineers. |
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How much time will it take? |
About 3 hours per week for 5 weeks, including optional homework. All sessions are recorded for flexible learning. |
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When will the instructor-led live sessions take place? |
The sessions (unless stated otherwise) take place on Tuesdays at 6:30 pm CET/12:30 pm ET. But remember - all recordings are shared, so it’s easy to take the course asynchronously. |
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Is this course for me? |
It’s for engineers, platform leads, and managers who want to align technical and business goals around platform engineering. No coding required. |
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I’m not an engineer, will I still benefit? |
Absolutely. The course is designed for both technical and non-technical leaders. You’ll gain a shared framework for platform success across teams. |
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Do I get a certificate? |
Yes. By doing an exam after the course, you’ll earn a verified digital certificate and LinkedIn badge recognized by leading platform teams. |
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What if I can’t attend live? |
No problem, every session is recorded and available on demand. |
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What’s the exam like? |
60 minutes, 50 multiple-choice questions. Passing score: 75%. You’ll have 2 attempts within 6 months of completing the course. |
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Can I pay by invoice or installments? |
Yes, just contact us to arrange. |
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Can I buy now and start later? |
Absolutely. Just contact us to arrange and join any future cohort. |
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Do I need any specific tools or technologies? |
No special setup needed, just a laptop. A basic understanding of DevOps concepts (like Kubernetes or IaC) helps, but isn’t required. |
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Is coding required? |
No. The course focuses on frameworks, adoption, and product thinking, not hands-on coding. |
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What technologies are discussed? |
We reference tools like Terraform, Backstage or Kubernetes, but the focus is on best practices for platform design, not on tool-specific tutorials. |
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Do you offer private training for teams? |
Yes, we run private team cohorts (virtual or in-person) tailored to your platform maturity and goals. Contact us for more information. |
