Kubernetes Lab Create Oracle OCI Account
Creating an Oracle OCI Account in the Free Tier for Kubernetes Lab Introduction Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) offers a free tier that provides access to various services, including virtual machines, storage, and networking resources. These resources are ideal for setting up a Kubernetes lab for experimentation and learning. This guide outlines the steps to create an Oracle OCI account and configure it for Kubernetes. Step 1: Visit Oracle Cloud Free Tier Page Open your browser and navigate to the Oracle Cloud Free Tier page . Click on the Start for Free button. Step 2: Fill Out the Registration Form Enter your personal details, including: Name Email Address (ensure it’s valid as you’ll need to verify it later) Password (must meet the password requirements displayed) Provide your country/region (USA/ CA San Jose) . Agree to the terms and conditions by checking the corresponding box. Click Next to proceed. Step 3: Enter Account and Address Information Fill in your company name (use “Individual” if you’re registering personally). Provide your address and phone number. Verify the entered information and click Next . Step 4: Verify Your Email Address Check your email for a verification message from Oracle. Click the verification link in the email. After verification, return to the registration process in your browser. Step 5: Add Payment Information Provide a valid credit or debit card to complete the registration. Note: Oracle uses this for identity verification. No charges will be made for free-tier resources. Review your payment details and click Next . Step 6: Confirm and Create Your Account Review all entered information. Click Create Account . Oracle will display a confirmation message and start setting up your account. Step 7: Log In to Oracle OCI Console After your account is created, log in at Oracle Cloud Console . Use the email and password you registered with. Complete any additional onboarding steps provided by Oracle. Step 8: Access Free Tier Resources Once logged in, you can access the free-tier services: ...