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Duration 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for System installers System integrators System administrators Network administrators Solutions designers Overview After completing this course, you should be able to: Explain transactional service activation and how it relates to business requirements Explain the benefits and uses of Cisco NSO Explain how Cisco NSO communicates with network devices Understand the NETCONF protocol and be able to read and write simple YANG models Install NSO and describe how NSO uses NETCONF and the Device Manager component Understand the difference between devices that are fully NETCONF capable and those that are less or not NETCONF capable Explain the YANG service model structure Describe how YANG is used with NSO, create and deploy a service, and explain NSO FASTMAP Design and manage services with YANG models Perform NSO configuration and basic troubleshooting, and describe the following NSO features: integration options, alarms and reporting, scalability and performance options, and available function packs Use logs to troubleshoot the Cisco NSO deployment and check NSO communication with network devices Explain the mapping logic of service parameters to device models and consequently to device configurations Describe the use of different integration options and APIs Explain the use of Reactive FASTMAP for manipulating and implementing advanced Network Functions Virtualization (NFV) components Describe the use of feature components and function packs Define and explain the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) Open Source NFV Management and Orchestration (MANO) principles and solution Work with the alarm console, and understand the NSO alarm structure and how it conforms to modern network operations procedures The Cisco NSO Essentials for Programmers and Network Architects (NSO201) v. 4.0 course introduces you to Cisco© Network Services Orchestrator (NSO). You will learn to install Cisco NSO and use it to manage devices and create services based on YANG templates with XPath. This course provides an overview of NSO as a network automation solution, as well as introductions to NETCONF, YANG, and XPath. You will learn about managing devices and creating device templates, service management and service package creation, network element drivers, interfacing with other systems using APIs, configuring and troubleshooting system settings, managing alarms and reporting, configuring NSO for scalability and performance, and capabilities that can be added to Cisco NSO. Introduction to Cisco NSO Meeting Challenges with Orchestration Challenges of Network Management Challenges of Network Orchestration NSO Features and Benefits That Meet Challenges Standardized Approach What Is NSO? Logical Architecture Components What Does NSO Do? Orchestration Use Cases How Does NSO Work? Introduction to NETCONF and YANG Packages Mapping Logic Network Element Drivers (NEDs) Resources and Training Resources Training Get Started with Cisco NSO Installing Cisco NSO Setup Overview Cisco NSO Local Installation Installing NEDs Using NetSim NETCONF Overview Challenges of Network Management Introduction to NETCONF NETCONF Operation Device Manager Device Manager Overview Device Configuration Management Device Connection Management Templates and Groups Other Device Management Tools Service Manager Essentials YANG Overview Introduction to YANG Other Representations of YANG Data Types XPath Overview Basic YANG Statements Can You Spot the Error? Using Services Package Architecture Creating a Service Package Sample Service Configuration Service Template YANG Service Model Deploying a Service Model-to-Model Mapping Mapping Introduction Mapping Logic FASTMAP Template Processing Service Design and Cisco NSO Programmability Service Design Service Design Overview Top-Down Approach Bottom-Up Approach Device Configuration Service Model Service Management Service Management Tasks Service Lifecycle Management Guidelines NSO Programmability Introduction NSO Programmability Overview Python Service Skeleton Creating a Service YANG Model Creating a Service Template Template Processing with Python Cisco NSO Flexibility System Configuration and Troubleshooting System Configuration System Troubleshooting Integration Integration Options NETCONF Server Web Integration SNMP Agent Alarm Management and Reporting Alarm Management Reporting Scalability and Performance High Availability High-Availability Cluster Communications Clustering Layered Service Architecture Addressing Performance Limitations Components and Function Packs Function Packs NFV Orchestration Reactive FASTMAP

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for individuals seeking a role as an associate-level cybersecurity analyst and IT professionals desiring knowledge in Cybersecurity operations or those in pursuit of the Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate certification including Students pursuing a technical degree Current IT professionals Recent college graduates with a technical degree Overview After taking this course, you should be able to Explain how a Security Operations Center (SOC) operates and describe the different types of services that are performed from a Tier 1 SOC analyst's perspective. Explain Network Security Monitoring (NSM) tools that are available to the network security analyst. Explain the data that is available to the network security analyst. Describe the basic concepts and uses of cryptography. Describe security flaws in the TCP/IP protocol and how they can be used to attack networks and hosts. Understand common endpoint security technologies. Understand the kill chain and the diamond models for incident investigations, and the use of exploit kits by threat actors. Identify resources for hunting cyber threats. Explain the need for event data normalization and event correlation. Identify the common attack vectors. Identify malicious activities. Identify patterns of suspicious behaviors. Conduct security incident investigations. Explain the use of a typical playbook in the SOC. Explain the use of SOC metrics to measure the effectiveness of the SOC. Explain the use of a workflow management system and automation to improve the effectiveness of the SOC. Describe a typical incident response plan and the functions of a typical Computer Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT). Explain the use of Vocabulary for Event Recording and Incident Sharing (VERIS) to document security incidents in a standard format. The Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals (CBROPS) v1.0 course teaches you security concepts, common network and application operations and attacks, and the types of data needed to investigate security incidents. This course teaches you how to monitor alerts and breaches, and how to understand and follow established procedures for response to alerts converted to incidents. Through a combination of lecture, hands-on labs, and self-study, you will learn the essential skills, concepts, and technologies to be a contributing member of a cybersecurity operations center (SOC) including understanding the IT infrastructure, operations, and vulnerabilities. This course helps you prepare for the Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate certification and the role of a Junior or Entry-level cybersecurity operations analyst in a SOC. Course Outline Defining the Security Operations Center Understanding Network Infrastructure and Network Security Monitoring Tools Exploring Data Type Categories Understanding Basic Cryptography Concepts Understanding Common TCP/IP Attacks Understanding Endpoint Security Technologies Understanding Incident Analysis in a Threat-Centric SOC Identifying Resources for Hunting Cyber Threats Understanding Event Correlation and Normalization Identifying Common Attack Vectors Identifying Malicious Activity Identifying Patterns of Suspicious Behavior Conducting Security Incident Investigations Using a Playbook Model to Organize Security Monitoring Understanding SOC Metrics Understanding SOC Workflow and Automation Describing Incident Response Understanding the Use of VERIS Understanding Windows Operating System Basics Understanding Linux Operating System Basics Additional course details: Nexus Humans Cisco Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals v1.0 (CBROPS) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Cisco Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals v1.0 (CBROPS) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This basic course is for: Business Analyst Systems Engineer Software Engineer Requirements Engineer Requirements Manager Requirements Team Leader Overview Build projects in DOORS, including defining data structure, linking schema, attributes, and access permissions Use DOORS external linking facilities Share DOORS information with 3rd parties Control the flow of changes through your DOORS database Apply configuration management and backup strategies to your DOORS data This course builds on the content learned in the IBM Engineering Requirements Management DOORS V9.6 Foundation course. It is designed for those who will be in the role of team lead or project manager, or who want to learn more about advanced DOORS end-user functionality. It discusses creating and structuring DOORS projects, defining linking relationships and attributes, setting access permissions, and managing change. It also discusses external linking, working with spreadsheets, and applying configuration management strategies to DOORS data. Course Outline Build projects in DOORS, including defining data structure, linking schema, attributes, and access permissions Use DOORS external linking facilities Share DOORS information with 3rd parties Control the flow of changes through your DOORS database Apply configuration management and backup strategies to your DOORS data

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Senior Linux system administrators who use high-availability clustering and fault-tolerant shared storage technologies to maximize resiliency of production services. Overview Install and configure a Pacemaker-based high availability cluster. Create and manage highly available services. Troubleshoot common cluster issues. Work with shared storage (iSCSI) and configure multipathing. Implement Logical Volume Manager (LVM) in cluster-aware configurations. Configure GFS2 file systems on storage shared by multiple nodes. Deploy reliable, available critical production services in a high availability cluster In the Red Hat High Availability Clustering (RH436) course, you will learn how to provide highly available network services to a mission-critical enterprise environment through the deployment and management of shared storage and server clusters. Created for senior Linux system administrators, this 4-day course strongly emphasizes lab-based activities. You will set up a cluster of systems running the Pacemaker component of the Red Hat Enterprise Linux High-Availability Add-On, and deploy Linux-based services such as web servers and databases on that cluster. Cluster storage components from the Resilient Storage Add-On are also covered; installations and applications that require multiple cluster nodes can access the same storage simultaneously. This includes Logical Volume Manager (LVM) Shared Volume Groups, Red Hat Global File System 2 (GFS2), and Device-Mapper Multipath. This course is based on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.3. Prerequisites Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) exam (EX200) and associated courses. Red Hat Cerfitied Engineer (RHCE) exam (EX294) and associated courses. 1 - Creating high availability clusters Create a basic high availability cluster. 2 - Managing cluster nodes and quorum Manage node membership in the cluster and describe how it impacts cluster operation. 3 - Isolating malfunctioning cluster nodes Isolate unresponsive cluster nodes to protect data and recover services and resources after a failure. 4 - Creating and configuring resources Create basic resources and resource groups to provide highly available services. 5 - Troubleshooting high availability clusters Identify, diagnose, and fix cluster issues. 6 - Automating cluster and resource deployment Deploy a new high availability cluster and cluster resources using Ansible automation. 7 - Managing two-node clusters Operate two-node clusters while identifying and avoiding issues specific to a two-node cluster configuration. 8 - Accessing iSCSI storage Configure iSCSI initiators on your servers to access block-based storage devices provided by network storage arrays or Ceph storage clusters. 9 - Accessing storage devices resiliently Configure resilient access to storage devices that have multiple access paths. 10 - Configuring LVM in clusters Select, configure, and manage the correct LVM configuration for use in your cluster. 11 - Providing storage with the GFS2 cluster file system Use the GFS2 cluster file system to simultaneously pProvide tightly coupled shared storage that can be accessed by multiple nodes. 12 - Eliminating single points of failure Identify and eliminate single points of failure in your cluster to decrease risk and increase average service availability. Note: Course outline is subject to change with technology advances and as the nature of the underlying job evolves. For questions or confirmation on a specific objective or topic, please contact a training specialist. Additional course details: Nexus Humans Red Hat High Availability Clustering (RH436) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Red Hat High Availability Clustering (RH436) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Network security engineers ISE administrators Wireless network security engineers Cisco integrators and partners Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Describe Cisco ISE deployments, including core deployment components and how they interact to create a cohesive security architecture. Describe the advantages of such a deployment and how each Cisco ISE capability contributes to these advantages. Describe concepts and configure components related to 802.1X and MAC Authentication Bypass (MAB) authentication, identity management, and certificate services. Describe how Cisco ISE policy sets are used to implement authentication and authorization, and how to leverage this capability to meet the needs of your organization. Describe third-party Network Access Devices (NADs), Cisco TrustSec, and Easy Connect. Describe and configure web authentication, processes, operation, and guest services, including guest access components and various guest access scenarios. Describe and configure Cisco ISE profiling services, and understand how to monitor these services to enhance your situational awareness about network-connected endpoints. Describe best practices for deploying this profiler service in your specific environment. Describe BYOD challenges, solutions, processes, and portals. Configure a BYOD solution, and describe the relationship between BYOD processes and their related configuration components. Describe and configure various certificates related to a BYOD solution. Describe the value of the My Devices portal and how to configure this portal. Describe endpoint compliance, compliance components, posture agents, posture deployment and licensing, and the posture service in Cisco ISE. Describe and configure TACACS+ device administration using Cisco ISE, including command sets, profiles, and policy sets. Understand the role of TACACS+ within the Authentication, Authentication, and Accounting (AAA) framework and the differences between the RADIUS and TACACS+ protocols. Migrate TACACS+ functionality from Cisco Secure Access Control System (ACS) to Cisco ISE, using a migration tool. Implementing and Configuring Cisco Identity Services Engine (SISE) v3.0 is a Cisco ISE training program that discusses the Cisco Identity Services Engine, an identity and access control policy platform that provides a single policy plane across the entire organization, combining multiple services, including authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA), posture, profiling, device onboarding, and guest management, into a single context-aware identity-based platform. This CCNA course provides students with the knowledge and skills to enforce security posture compliance for wired and wireless endpoints as well as enhance infrastructure security using the Cisco ISE. Introducing Cisco ISE Architecture and Deployment Using Cisco ISE as a Network Access Policy Engine Cisco ISE Use Cases Describing Cisco ISE Functions Cisco ISE Deployment Models Context Visibility Cisco ISE Policy Enforcement Using 802.1X for Wired and Wireless Access Using MAC Authentication Bypass for Wired and Wireless Access Introducing Identity Management Configuring Certificate Services Introducing Cisco ISE Policy Implementing Third-Party Network Access Device Support Introducing Cisco TrustSec Cisco TrustSec Configuration Easy Connect Web Authentication and Guest Services Introducing Web Access with Cisco ISE Introducing Guest Access Components Configuring Guest Access Settings Configuring Sponsor and Guest Portals Cisco ISE Profiler Introducing Cisco ISE Profiler Profiling Deployment and Best Practices Cisco ISE BYOD Introducing the Cisco ISE BYOD Process Describing BYOD Flow Configuring the My Devices Portal Configuring Certificates in BYOD Scenarios Cisco ISE Endpoint Compliance Services Introducing Endpoint Compliance Services Configuring Client Posture Services and Provisioning in Cisco ISE Working with Network Access Devices Review TACACS+ Cisco ISE TACACS+ Device Administration Configure TACACS+ Device Administration TACACS+ Device Administration Guidelines and Best Practices Migrating from Cisco ACS to Cisco ISE Lab outline Access the SISE Lab and Install ISE 2.4 Configure Initial Cisco ISE Setup, GUI Familiarization, and System Certificate Usage Integrate Cisco ISE with Active Directory Configure Basic Policy on Cisco ISE Configure Policy Sets Configure Access Policy for Easy Connect Configure Guest Access Configure Guest Access Operations Create Guest Reports Configure Profiling Customize the Cisco ISE Profiling Configuration Create Cisco ISE Profiling Reports Configure BYOD Blacklisting a Device Configure Cisco ISE Compliance Services Configure Client Provisioning Configure Posture Policies Test and Monitor Compliance-Based Access Test Compliance Policy Configure Cisco ISE for Basic Device Administration Configure TACACS+ Command Authorization

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is geared toward Windows system administrators, network administrators, and other system administrators who are interested in supplementing current skills or backstopping other team members, in addition to Linux system administrators who are responsible for these tasks: Configuring, installing, upgrading, and maintaining Linux systems using established standards and procedures, Providing operational support, Managing systems for monitoring system performance and availability, Writing and deploying scripts for task automation and system administration, You will be expected to already understand fundamental Linux computing concepts and be ready to practice the Red Hat Enterprise Linux methods for performing system administration tasks. Significant field experience working with Linux as a system administrator is recommended. If you do not have experience with fundamental Linux computer concepts, we advise you to start with the Red Hat System Administration I (RH124) course instead. Overview You should be able to demonstrate these skills: - Access the command line locally and remotely - Manage files from the command line - Manage local users and groups - Monitor and manage Linux processes - Control services, daemons, and the boot process - Manage tuning profiles for system performance - Control access to files with file system permissions - Analyze and store log files - Configure and secure the OpenSSH service - Install and update software packages and appstreams - Manage Linux file systems and volumes - Manage Linux networking and firewalls This course combines the foundations and applications established and covered in Red Hat System Administration I (RH124) and Red Hat System Administration II (RH134). The rapid pace of review and consolidated course timeline allow you to focus on practical application, making this offering best suited for you if you already have significant experience with Linux© administration. This course is based on Red Hat© Enterprise Linux 8. 1 - Accessing the command line Log in to a Linux system and run simple commands using the shell. 2 - Managing Files from the command line Work with files from the bash shell prompt. 3 - Managing local Linux users and groups Manage Linux users and groups and administer local password policies. 4 - Controlling access to files with Linux file system permissions Set access permissions on files and interpret the security effects of different permission settings. 5 - Managing SELinux security Use SELinux to manage access to files and interpret and troubleshoot SELinux security effects. 6 - Monitoring and managing Linux processes Monitor and control processes running on the system. 7 - Installing and updating software packages Download, install, update, and manage software packages from Red Hat and yum package repositories. 8 - Controlling services and daemons Control and monitor network services and system daemons using systemd. 9 - Managing Red Hat Enterprise Linux networking Configure basic IPv4 networking on Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems. 10 - Analyzing and storing logs Locate and interpret relevant system log files for troubleshooting purposes. 11 - Managing storage and file systems Create and use disk partitions, logical volumes, file systems, and swap spaces. 12 - Scheduling system tasks Schedule recurring system tasks using cron and systemd timer units. 13 - Mounting network file systems Mount network file system (NFS) exports and server message block (SMB) shares from network file servers. 14 - Limiting network communication with firewalld Configure a basic local firewall. Additional course details: Nexus Humans Red Hat RHCSA Rapid Track Course (RH199) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Red Hat RHCSA Rapid Track Course (RH199) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Experienced system administrators and system integrators responsible for implementing VMware Horizon, Citrix XenApp and XenDesktop, and RDHS solutions. Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Describe the features and functions of App Volumes and VMware Dynamic Environment Manager Demonstrate the architectures of App Volumes and VMware Dynamic Environment Manager Install and configure App Volumes Create and deploy Application Packages and writable volumes Install and configure VMware Dynamic Environment Manager Manage application configurations, user environment settings, and personalization settings This three-day course builds your skills in application management using VMware App Volumes© and VMware Dynamic Environment Manager©. You learn how to use App Volumes to deliver applications and data to desktops and users in seconds and at scale. You gain skills in managing application life cycles from installation to update and replacement. You also learn how to use VMware Dynamic Environment Manager to provide personalization and dynamic policy configuration across virtual, physical, and cloud-based environments to simplify end-user profile management. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives Overview of Application and Profile Management Profile Management Application Management Overview of App Volumes Describe the basic architecture and operation of App Volumes Explain the function of App Volumes Manager Explain the function of App Volumes Agent Describe the principles of SAM List the stages of application package life cycle Describe what is a writable volume and how it differs from an AppStack Identify the major requirements to deploy App Volumes App Volumes components App Volumes Installation Overview Describe the installation sequence for the App Volumes Manager Describe the App Volumes operation modes for packages and writable volumes Describe the App Volumes hypervisor connection types and their relationships with operation modes Describe the process of initial configuration of the App Volumes Manager Describe the basic configuration parameters and where these are configured in the App Volumes Manager Web interface Install and perform the initial configuration of the App Volumes Manager in a lab environment Describe the installation steps for the App Volumes Agent Install the App Volumes Agent in target client machines in a lab environment Working with Application Packages Explain the concept of simplified application packaging List the steps of application package life cycle Differentiate between an application, package, and program Create an application package Use markers to assign the new version of an application package Edit an application Edit a package Working with Writable Volumes Overview Describe what a writable volume is and where it is used Compare AppStacks with writable volumes Describe the operation of a writable volume Explain how to assign a writable volume to a desktop Create and assign a writable volume in a lab environment Working with AppStacks Explain how applications in an AppStack are available to a user Describe how to create an AppStack and populate it with applications Describe how to update an application in an existing AppStack Overview of Dynamic Environment Manager Describe VMware Dynamic Environment Manager and its architecture Describe the functional areas and benefits of VMware Dynamic Environment Manager Describe VMware Dynamic Environment Manager features and how it manages profiles Installation of Dynamic Environment Manager Recognize considerations for planning a Dynamic Environment Manager deployment Identify pre-configuration requirements before installing and starting the Dynamic Environment Manager - Management Console Recognize key steps in the installation process of Dynamic Environment Manager Describe the initial configuration process for the management console and FlexEngine Application Configuration Management Explain how a user can use the Dynamic Environment Manager Self-Support tool to recover from application configuration mistakes Explain how administrators and support staff can use the Dynamic Environment Manager Helpdesk Support Tool to troubleshoot profile problems Describe how the Dynamic Environment Manager SyncTool enables and synchronizes the offline use of Dynamic Environment Manager Describe how the Dynamic Environment Manager Application Profiler can be used to create predefined configurations for applications Application Configuration Management Predefined and user-customized application settings Using Application Profiler Using the Self-Support Tool Using the Helpdesk Support Tool

Click here for more info Duration: 5 hrs Method: 1-2-1, Personalized attention, Tailored content, Flexible pace, Individual support. Schedule: Personalized training experience with our flexible 1-2-1 sessions. Choose your convenient hour from Monday to Saturday between 9 am and 7 pm. After Effects CC Training: From Novices to Experts Immerse yourself in the world of motion graphics and VFX with our Adobe Certified After Effects Courses, suitable for total novices and experts alike. Learn to create captivating motion graphics, smooth animations, and stunning special effects in a professional environment. Choose from four learning options: London Classroom: Attend in-person sessions 1-2-1 in our dynamic studio. Live Online Classes: Join interactive classes from the comfort of your home or office. Bespoke Training: Tailor the course to your specific needs and preferences. Whichever path you select, all options cover the same lesson plan delivered by our Certified Professional Trainers. Rest assured, your learning experience is fully supported by our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Adobe After Effects Essentials (5-hour course) Session 1: Introduction to After Effects (1 hour) Overview of After Effects and its applications in motion graphics and visual effects. Understanding the workspace and interface. Importing and organizing assets for seamless workflow. Creating projects and compositions. Session 2: Animation Basics (1.5 hours) Working with layers: Adding, editing, and arranging layers in the timeline. Keyframe animation: Introduction to keyframes and creating simple animations. Motion paths: Manipulating motion paths for dynamic animations. Easing motion: Applying ease in and ease out to smoothen animations. Animation presets: Utilizing built-in presets for efficient animation. Session 3: Effects and Compositing (1.5 hours) Applying effects: Adding visual effects to layers and compositions. Compositing techniques: Understanding blending modes and layer styles. Masking and track mattes: Using masks to control the visibility of layers and apply effects. Motion tracking: Applying tracking data to objects in a scene. Session 4: Text and Shape Animation (1 hour) Text animation: Creating and animating text layers with different styles. Shape layers: Introduction to shape layers and their applications. Animating shapes: Using shape layers to create dynamic animations. Session 5: Final Project and Exporting (1 hour) Applying all the learned techniques to create a final motion graphics project. Refining the project and adding finishing touches. Understanding export settings and rendering the final output. By the end of this 5-hour Adobe After Effects Essentials course, participants will achieve the following learning outcomes: Introduction to After Effects: Understand the fundamentals of After Effects, its interface, and workspace. Animation Basics: Master keyframe animation and motion path manipulation for smooth and dynamic animations. Effects and Compositing: Apply visual effects, utilize blending modes, and work with masks and track mattes for creative compositing. Text and Shape Animation: Create and animate text layers with various styles and explore the versatility of shape layers in animations. Final Project and Exporting: Apply all learned techniques to create a final motion graphics project and export the finished output.

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is geared toward development, engineering, and operations staff. Students in this class should have some familiarity and comfort with the following: 1. Writing code (of just about any flavor) in a text editor 2. Working on the command line 3. Basic system administration ? installing packages, configuring those packages, starting service Overview Get started with Chef by taking Chef Essentials. It?s a two-day instructor-led course that covers all the basics. You?ll learn what it means to turn infrastructure into code so that you can automate the configuration, deployment and management of your servers. You?ll also learn about Chef Architecture and the set of tools included in the Chef Development Kit (ChefDK). Each of the core units includes hands-on exercises that will give you confidence in your new skills. At the end of the course, you?ll come away with a repo and the skills to start automating your own infrastructure. You?ll learn what it means to turn infrastructure into code so that you can automate the configuration, deployment and management of your Windows servers. IntroductionResourcesCookbooksOhaiTemplatesLabWorkstation installationSigning up for Managed ChefThe Chef serverCommunity cookbooksManaging multiple nodesRolesSearchEnvironmentsFurther resources

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for technical professionals who need to know how to deploy Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers in their network environment. The primary audience for this course includes: System engineers Technical support personnel Channel partners, resellers Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: List and describe the major features and benefits of a Cisco ASR 9000 Series router List and describe the major features and benefits of the Cisco 64-Bit IOS XR operating system Understand data flow through the Cisco ASR 9000 Series router Configure Cisco ASR 9000, back out of configuration changes, and restore older versions of the configuration Install the Cisco IOS XR 64-Bit Software operating system, package information envelopes, and software maintenance updates Enable multicast routing on a Cisco ASR 9900 Series router Configure Layer 3 VPN services Configure Ethernet link bundles Configure local Ethernet Line (E-Line) Layer 2 VPN (L2VPN) Configure Ethernet over Multiprotocol Label Switching (EoMPLS) E-Line L2VPN Configure EoMPLS with pseudowire backup Configure local Ethernet LAN(E-LAN) L2VPN Describe Virtual Private LAN Service (VPLS) L2VPN Describe VPLS with Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) autodiscovery Configure service-based Connectivity Fault Management (CFM) Configure Layer 2 multicast features Describe basic QoS implementation Describe how to configure and verify network Virtualization (nV) on the ASR 9000 series The Cisco Aggregation Services Router 9000 Series Essentials (ASR9KE) v6.0 course introduces you to the features and functions of the Cisco© Aggregation Services Router (ASR) 9000 Series platforms. Through a combination of lecture and hands-on labs, you will gain an understanding of all major aspects of the platform, including hardware, Layer 2 and Layer 3 services, routing protocols including Segment Routing, Layer 2 and Layer 3 multicast, Quality of Service (QoS) features, and network virtualization. The course investigates Cisco Internetworking Operating System (IOS) XR 64-Bit Linux-based feature parity in the environment, as well as how to install Cisco IOS© XR 64-Bit software packages. Cisco ASR 9000 Series Hardware Examining the Cisco ASR 9000 Series Chassis Examining the Cisco ASR 9000 Series Architecture Examining the Route Switch Processor/ Route Processor (RSP/RP) Functions and Fabric Architecture Examining the Cisco ASR 9000 Series Line Card Examining the Cisco ASR 9000 Power Subsystems Cisco IOS XR 64-Bit Software Architecture and Linux Fundamentals Cisco IOS XR 64-Bit Software Fundamentals Cisco ASR 9000 IOS XR 64-Bit vs. 32-Bit Exploring Linux Fundamentals Cisco IOS XR 64-Bit Software Installation Examining Resource Allocations and Media Mappings Migrating to Cisco IOS XR 64-Bit Software Performing Disaster Recovery Installing Software Packages Cisco IOS XR 64-Bit Software Configuration Basics Configuring Cisco IOS XR 64-Bit Basic Operations Cisco IOS XR 64-Bit Initial Configuration Reviewing the Configuration Cisco IOS XR 64-Bit Software Routing Protocols Exploring Intermediate System to Intermediate System (IS-IS) Exploring OSPF Exploring BGP Exploring Routing Protocol for LLN Multicast Routing Exploring Multicast Routing Exploring Protocol Independent Multicast (PIM) Cisco Multiprotocol Label Switching Examining the MPLS Forwarding Infrastructure Implementing the MPLS Label Distribution Protocol (LDP) Cisco IOS XR 64-Bit Segment Routing Segment Routing Concepts Interior Gateway Protocol Segment Routing (IGP SR) Control Plane Overview Prefix and Adjacency Segment IDs (SIDs) SR IS-IS Multi-Level and OSPF Multi-Area IS-IS SR Configuration and Verification OSPF SR Configuration and Verification Layer 3 VPNs Examining L3VPNs Exploring L3VPN Control and Data Flow Configuring L3VPNs Verifying the L3VPN Operation Cisco ASR 9000 Layer 2 Architecture Examining Carrier Ethernet and Flexible Ethernet Edge Comparing Layer 2 and Layer 3 VPNs Examining the ASR 9000 Layer 2 Infrastructure and Ethernet Flow Points (EFPs) Layers 2 and 3 Coexistence and VLAN Tag Manipulation Exploring the Layer 2 Network Infrastructure Point-to-Point Layer 2 Services Point-to-Point Alternating Current-Alternating Current (AC-AC) and Attachment Circuit Redundancy Point-to-Point AC-Pseudowire (PW) Cross-Connect Examining Pseudowire Redundancy and Resiliency Layer 2 Multicast Examining the Cisco ASR 9000 Series Multicast Implementing Multicast Quality of Service QoS Basics and the Modular QoS CLI (MQC) Mode Layer 2 QoS Example