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Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is geared for Python-experienced attendees who wish to be equipped with the skills you need to use pandas to ensure the veracity of your data, visualize it for effective decision-making, and reliably reproduce analyses across multiple datasets. Overview Working in a hands-on learning environment, guided by our expert team, attendees will learn to: Understand how data analysts and scientists gather and analyze data Perform data analysis and data wrangling using Python Combine, group, and aggregate data from multiple sources Create data visualizations with pandas, matplotlib, and seaborn Apply machine learning (ML) algorithms to identify patterns and make predictions Use Python data science libraries to analyze real-world datasets Use pandas to solve common data representation and analysis problems Build Python scripts, modules, and packages for reusable analysis code Perform efficient data analysis and manipulation tasks using pandas Apply pandas to different real-world domains with the help of step-by-step demonstrations Get accustomed to using pandas as an effective data exploration tool. Data analysis has become a necessary skill in a variety of domains where knowing how to work with data and extract insights can generate significant value. Geared for data team members with incoming Python scripting experience, Hands-On Data Analysis with Pandas will show you how to analyze your data, get started with machine learning, and work effectively with Python libraries often used for data science, such as pandas, NumPy, matplotlib, seaborn, and scikit-learn. Using real-world datasets, you will learn how to use the powerful pandas library to perform data wrangling to reshape, clean, and aggregate your data. Then, you will be able to conduct exploratory data analysis by calculating summary statistics and visualizing the data to find patterns. In the concluding lessons, you will explore some applications of anomaly detection, regression, clustering, and classification using scikit-learn to make predictions based on past data. Students will leave the course armed with the skills required to use pandas to ensure the veracity of their data, visualize it for effective decision-making, and reliably reproduce analyses across multiple datasets. Introduction to Data Analysis Fundamentals of data analysis Statistical foundations Setting up a virtual environment Working with Pandas DataFrames Pandas data structures Bringing data into a pandas DataFrame Inspecting a DataFrame object Grabbing subsets of the data Adding and removing data Data Wrangling with Pandas What is data wrangling? Collecting temperature data Cleaning up the data Restructuring the data Handling duplicate, missing, or invalid data Aggregating Pandas DataFrames Database-style operations on DataFrames DataFrame operations Aggregations with pandas and numpy Time series Visualizing Data with Pandas and Matplotlib An introduction to matplotlib Plotting with pandas The pandas.plotting subpackage Plotting with Seaborn and Customization Techniques Utilizing seaborn for advanced plotting Formatting Customizing visualizations Financial Analysis - Bitcoin and the Stock Market Building a Python package Data extraction with pandas Exploratory data analysis Technical analysis of financial instruments Modeling performance Rule-Based Anomaly Detection Simulating login attempts Exploratory data analysis Rule-based anomaly detection Getting Started with Machine Learning in Python Learning the lingo Exploratory data analysis Preprocessing data Clustering Regression Classification Making Better Predictions - Optimizing Models Hyperparameter tuning with grid search Feature engineering Ensemble methods Inspecting classification prediction confidence Addressing class imbalance Regularization Machine Learning Anomaly Detection Exploring the data Unsupervised methods Supervised methods Online learning The Road Ahead Data resources Practicing working with data Python practice

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This course benefits individuals responsible for managing Junos switching with EX Series, QFX Series, QFabric and virtualized devices using the Network Director software in an enterprise network environment. Overview After successfully completing this course, you should be able to: Explain the role of the Network Director.Describe the Network Director modes.Describe how to build and deploy profiles.Explain how to monitor managed devices.Discuss how to generate reports through Network Director. This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge required to manage the Junos Space Network Director application and to manage devices with that application. Students will gain in-depth knowledge of how to work with Network Director. Through demonstrations and hands-on labs, students will gain experience with the features of Network Director. Chapter 1: Course IntroductionChapter 2: Network Director Modes Network Director Overview Network Director Modes Chapter 3: Wired Device Management Wired Device Management Configuring and Deploying Wired Device Profiles Working with Network Director Lab Chapter 4: Implementing Zero Touch Provisioning Function and Internal Workings of ZTP Configure and Implement ZTP with Network Director Implementing ZTP Lab Chapter 5: Virtualization Management in Network Director Virtual Systems and Network Director Overview Discovering and Managing Virtual Systems Enabling and Using Orchestration Managing Virtual Systems Lab Appendix A: QFabric Management Discovering and Managing QFabric Systems Generating Reports in QFabric Additional course details: Nexus Humans Junos Space Network Director 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 Junos Space Network Director 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 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is aimed at anyone currently working with data who is interested in using data visualisation to more effectively communicate their results. Overview At completion, delegates will understand how data visualisations can be best used to communicate actionable insights from data and be competent with the tools required to do it. Visualising data, and analytics results, is one of the most effective ways to achieve this. This course will cover the theory of data visualisation along with practical skills for creating compelling visualisations from data. Course Outline The use of analytics, statistics and data science in business has grown massively in recent years. Harnessing the power of data is opening actionable insights in diverse industries from banking to horse breeding. The companies doing this most successfully understand that using sophisticated analytics approaches to unlock insights from data is only half the job. Communicating these insights to all of the different parts of an organisation is just as important as doing the actual analysis. Visualising data, and analytics results, is one of the most effective ways to achieve this. This course will cover the theory of data visualisation along with practical skills for creating compelling visualisations from data. To attend this course delegates should be competent in the use of data analysis tools such as reporting tools, spreadsheet software or business intelligence tools. The course will explore the following topics through a series of interactive workshop sessions: Fundamentals of data visualisation Data characteristics & dimensions Mapping visual encodings to data dimensions Colour theory Graphical perception & communication Interaction design Visualisation different characteristics of data: trends, comparisons, correlations, maps, networks, hierarchies, text Designing effective dashboards

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for This course benefits individuals responsible for configuring and monitoring EX Series switches using Junos ELS. Overview After successfully completing this course, you should be able to: Restrict traffic flow within a VLAN. Manage dynamic VLAN registration. Tunnel Layer 2 traffic through Ethernet networks. Review the purpose and operations of a spanning tree. Implement multiple spanning-tree instances in a network. Implement one or more spanning-tree instances for a VLAN. List the benefits of implementing end-user authentication. Explain the operations of various access control features. Configure and monitor various access control features. Describe processing considerations when multiple authentication and access control features are enabled. Describe some common IP telephony deployment scenarios. Describe features that facilitate IP telephony deployments. Configure and monitor features used in IP telephony deployments. Explain the purpose and basic operations of CoS. Describe CoS features used in Layer 2 networks. Configure and monitor CoS in a Layer 2 network. Describe a basic troubleshooting method. List common issues that disrupt network operations. Identify tools used in network troubleshooting. Use available tools to resolve network issues. This two-day course provides detailed coverage of virtual LAN (VLAN) operations. Chapter 1: Course Introduction Course Introduction Chapter 2: Troubleshooting as a Process Before You Begin The Troubleshooting Process Challenging Network Issues The Troubleshooting Process Lab Chapter 3: Junos Product Families The Junos OS Control Plane and Data Plane Field-Replaceable Units Junos Product Families Lab: Identifying Hardware Components Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Toolkit Troubleshooting Tools Best Practices Lab: Using Monitoring Tools and Establishing a Baseline Chapter 5: Hardware and Environmental Conditions Hardware Troubleshooting Overview Memory and Storage Boot Monitoring Hardware-Related System Logs Chassis and Environmental Monitoring Lab: Monitoring Hardware and Environmental Conditions Chapter 6: Control Plane Control Plane Review System and User Processes Monitoring Routing Tables and Protocols Monitoring Bridging Monitoring the Address Resolution Protocol Lab: Control Plane Monitoring and Troubleshooting Chapter 7: Control Plane Protection Protection Overview DDOS Protection Loopback Filter Lab: Control Plane Monitoring and Troubleshooting Chapter 8: Data Plane ? Interfaces Interface Properties General Interface Troubleshooting Ethernet Interface Troubleshooting Lab: Monitoring and Troubleshooting Ethernet Interfaces Chapter 9: Data Plane ? Other Components Definition of a Data Plane Problem Data Plane Components Data Plane Forwarding Load-Balancing Behavior Firewall Filters and Policers Data Plane Troubleshooting Case Study Lab: Isolate and Troubleshoot PFE Issues Chapter 10: Staging and Acceptance Testing Initial Inspection and Power-on General System Checks Interface Testing Chapter 11: Troubleshooting Routing Protocols Troubleshooting OSPF Troubleshooting BGP Troubleshooting Routing Loops and Route Oscillation Lab: Troubleshooting Routing Protocols Chapter 12: High Availability High Availability Overview Graceful Routing Engine Switchover Graceful Restart Nonstop Active Routing and Bridging Unified In-Service Software Upgrade Chapter 13: Network Monitoring SNMP RMON Telemetry Flow Monitoring Lab: Monitoring the Network Chapter 14: vMX Troubleshooting vMX Overview Troubleshooting Lab: Monitoring vMX Chapter 15: JTAC Procedures Opening a Support Case Customer Support Tools The Content of a PR Transferring Files to JTAC Chapter 16: Automated Support and Prevention Overview Service Now Service Insight Lab: Automated Support and Prevention

Duration 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for Systems engineers Network engineers Field engineers Technical support personnel Channel partners and resellers Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Describe the key concepts of segment routing Implement and verify IGP segment routing Migrate an existing Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) LDP-based network to segment routing Implement and verify TI-LFA segment routing Instantiate segment routing policies Instantiate multidomain segment routing policies Configure and verify BGP prefix segments and SR-based services The Implementing Segment Routing on Cisco IOS XR (SEGRTE201) v2.0 course covers the fundamental concepts of Segment Routing (SR), how to configure and verify segment routing within an Interior Gateway Protocol (IGP), and the interworking of Label Distribution Protocol (LDP) with segment routing. You will learn how to implement Topology-Independent Loop-Free Alternate (TI-LFA) using segment routing, and how to instantiate and verify segment routing traffic engineering policies. You will also learn how to implement segment routing within Border Gateway Protocol (BGP). Introduction to Segment Routing Examining Unified Fabric Routing Exploring Segment Routing Concepts Examining Segment Types Examining the Segment Routing Global Block (SRGB) IGP Segment Routing Implementation and Verification Examining the IGP Control Plane Examining SRGB and IGP Interactions Examining Prefix and Adjacency SIDs Intermediate System to Intermediate System (IS-IS) Multilevel and Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) Multi-Area Configuring and Verifying IS-IS SR Operation Configuring and Verifying OSPF SR Operation Segment Routing and LDP Interworking SR and LDP Interworking Data Plane Mapping Server Function and Configuration Interworking Deployment Models Topology Independent ? Loop Free Alternate Examining Classic LFA Examining TI-LFA Fundamentals Implementing and Verifying TI-LFA for SR Traffic Implementing and Verifying SR TI-LFA for LDP Traffic TI-LFA and SR LDP Interworking Segment Routing Policies ? Traffic Engineering (SR-TE) Exploring SR Policies Introducing the Anycast and Binding SIDs Enabling and Verifying SR Policies Instantiating SR Policies Instantiating SR Policies using BGP Dynamic Multidomain SR Policies Configuring and Verifying a Path Computation Element (PCE) Configuring and Verifying BGP Link-State (LS) Configuring Multidomain SR Policies with a PCE Configuring Multidomain SR Policies with On Demand Next-Hop (ODN) Segment Routing?Based Services Examining the BGP Prefix-SID Operation Configuring and Verifying the BGP Prefix SID Examining Egress Peer Engineering Examining the BGP Prefix-SID Operation SR Flexible Algorithm and Performance Measurement (PM) Delay SR-Enabled VPNs

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for The primary audience for this course is people who are moving into a database role, or whose role has expanded to include database technologies. Developers that deliver content from SQL Server databases will also benefit from this material. Overview Describe key database concepts in the context of SQL Server Describe database languages used in SQL Server Describe data modeling techniques Describe normalization and denormalization techniques Describe relationship types and effects in database design Describe the effects of database design on performance Describe commonly used database objects This three-day instructor-led course is aimed at people looking to move into a database professional role or whose job role is expanding to encompass database elements. The course describes fundamental database concepts including database types, database languages, and database designs. This course updates and replaces course 10985C previously published under the same title. 1 - Introduction to databases Introduction to Relational Databases Other Databases and Storage Data Analysis SQL Server Database Languages 2 - Data Modeling Data Modelling Designing a Database Relationship Modeling 3 - Normalization Fundamentals of Normalization Normal Form Denormalization 4 - Relationships Introduction to Relationships Planning Referential Integrity 5 - Performance Indexing Query Performance Concurrency 6 - Database Objects Tables Views Stored Procedures, Triggers and Functions Additional course details: Nexus Humans 55313 Administering Configuration Manager, Part 1: Fundamentals and Asset Management 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 55313 Administering Configuration Manager, Part 1: Fundamentals and Asset Management 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 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for network and software engineers and hold job roles such as: Network administrator Network engineer Network manager System engineer Project manager Network designer Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Describe mobile network architecture basics List enabling technologies for 5G and describe 5G key use cases Perform basic operations on a Cisco 5G NSA mobile packet core Describe the Cisco 5G Converged SDN Transport Architecture Describe Cisco NFVI and perform basic operations using Cisco ESC and Cisco Virtualized Infrastructure Manager (VIM) Describe Cisco service provider automation and orchestration solutions to deploy and manage 5G network functions Describe the Cisco Ultra Cloud Core architecture and deploy the Cisco SMI Explain the 5G ready distributed Telco DC with Cisco ACI solution Describe the Cisco 5G security architecture The Cisco Service Provider 5G Technologies Foundations (SPMBL100) v1.0 course introduces mobile network components, basic 5G concepts, and features of 5G technology including faster data speeds, higher device capacity, and improved user experience. You will examine the mobile packet core solutions, 5G transport architecture, and Cisco© automation and orchestration tools used in 5G networks. You will also learn about the Cisco 5G Non-standalone (NSA) and the Cisco Ultra Cloud Core 5G standalone (SA) platform solutions, the Cisco 5G converged Software-Defined Networking (SDN) transport architecture, and Cisco edge computing solutions. You will study the Cisco Network Function Virtualization (NFVI) architecture, Cisco Network Services Orchestrator (NSO), and Cisco Elastic Services Controller (ESC). You will learn how 5G is distributed with Telco Data Center (DC) with Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (Cisco ACI©). And finally, Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP), Cisco Crosswork?, and the Cisco 5G security architecture will also be presented. Mobile Network Fundamentals 5G Key Use Cases Examining Mobile Network Components Enabling Technologies for 5G Introduction to 5G NR Characteristics Cloud Radio Access network (RAN) Cisco 5G NSA Solution 5G NSA Basics 5G NSA StarOS Configurations Cisco 5G Converged SDN Transport Architecture Cisco 5G Transport Ready Devices Application Awareness and Network Slicing with Segment Routing Cisco NFV Infrastructure, Cisco Virtualized Network Functions (VNFs), Cisco VIM, and Cisco ESC NFVI and SDN Architecture Overview Cisco VIM Pod Configurations Cisco Service Provider Automation and Orchestration Telemetry Basics ZTP Fundamentals Cisco Ultra Cloud Core Cisco Ultra Cloud Core Basics Kubernetes and Docker Fundamentals 5G Ready Distributed DC with Cisco ACI Cisco ACI in Telco Data Centers 5GC Deployment Mitigating Threats in 5G Introduction to 5G Cybersecurity Risks Mitigating 5G Cybersecurity Risks

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Enterprise network engineers System engineers System administrators Network administrators Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Configure classic Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP) and named EIGRP for IPv4 and IPv6 Optimize classic EIGRP and named EIGRP for IPv4 and IPv6 Troubleshoot classic EIGRP and named EIGRP for IPv4 and IPv6 Configure Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)v2 and OSPFv3 in IPv4 and IPv6 environments Optimize OSPFv2 and OSPFv3 behavior Troubleshoot OSPFv2 for IPv4 and OSPFv3 for IPv4 and IPv6 Implement route redistribution using filtering mechanisms Troubleshoot redistribution Implement path control using Policy-Based Routing (PBR) and IP service level agreement (SLA) Configure Multiprotocol-Border Gateway Protocol (MP-BGP) in IPv4 and IPv6 environments Optimize MP-BGP in IPv4 and IPv6 environments Troubleshoot MP-BGP for IPv4 and IPv6 Describe the features of Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) Describe the major architectural components of an MPLS VPN Identify the routing and packet forwarding functionalities for MPLS VPNs Explain how packets are forwarded in an MPLS VPN environment Implement Cisco Internetwork Operating System (IOS) Dynamic Multipoint VPNs (DMVPNs) Implement Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Describe the tools available to secure the IPV6 first hop Troubleshoot Cisco router security features Troubleshoot infrastructure security and services The Implementing Cisco Enterprise Advanced Routing and Services (ENARSI) v1.0 gives you the knowledge you need to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot an enterprise network. This course covers advanced routing and infrastructure technologies, expanding on the topics covered in the Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR) v1.0 course. This course may earn a Credly Badge Course Outline Implementing EIGRP Optimizing EIGRP Troubleshooting EIGRP Implementing OSPF Optimizing OSPF Troubleshooting OSPF Implementing Internal Border Gateway Protocol (IBGP) Optimizing BGP Implementing MP-BGP Troubleshooting BGP Configuring Redistribution Troubleshooting Redistribution Implementing Path Control Exploring MPLS Introducing MPLS L3 VPN Architecture Introducing MPLS L3 VPN Routing Configuring Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF)-Lite Implementing DMVPN Implementing DHCP Troubleshooting DHCP Introducing IPv6 First Hop Security Securing Cisco Routers Troubleshooting Infrastructure Security and Services Lab Outline Configure EIGRP Using Classic Mode and Named Mode for IPv4 and IPv6 Verify the EIGRP Topology Table Configure EIGRP Stub Routing, Summarization, and Default Routing Configure EIGRP Load Balancing and Authentication LAB: Troubleshoot EIGRP Issues Configure OSPFv3 for IPv4 and IPv6 Verify the Link-State Database Configure OSPF Stub Areas and Summarization Configure OSPF Authentication Troubleshoot OSPF Implement Routing Protocol Redistribution Manipulate Redistribution Manipulate Redistribution Using Route Maps Troubleshoot Redistribution Issues Implement PBR Configure IBGP and External Border Gateway Protocol (EBGP) Implement BGP Path Selection Configure BGP Advanced Features Configure BGP Route Reflectors Configure MP-BGP for IPv4 and IPv6 Troubleshoot BGP Issues Implement PBR Configure Routing with VRF-Lite Implement Cisco IOS DMVPN Obtain IPv6 Addresses Dynamically Troubleshoot DHCPv4 and DHCPv6 Issues Troubleshoot IPv4 and IPv6 Access Control List (ACL) Issues Configure and Verify Control Plane Policing Configure and Verify Unicast Reverse Path Forwarding (uRPF) Troubleshoot Network Management Protocol Issues: Lab 1 Troubleshoot Network Management Protocol Issues: Lab 2

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for Data Protection OfficersData Protection ManagersAuditorsLegal Compliance OfficersSecurity ManagerInformation ManagersAnyone involved with data protection processes and programs Overview It will show the world that students know privacy laws and regulations and how to apply them, and that students know how to secure your place in the information economy. When students earn a CIPP credential, it means they?ve gained a foundational understanding of broad global concepts of privacy and data protection law and practice, including: jurisdictional laws, regulations and enforcement models; essential privacy concepts and principals; legal requirements for handling and transferring data and more. It will show the world that students know privacy laws and regulations and how to apply them, and that students know how to secure their place in the information economy. When students earn a CIPP credential, it means they've gained a foundational understanding of broad global concepts of privacy and data protection law and practice, including: jurisdictional laws, regulations and enforcement models; essential privacy concepts and principals; legal requirements for handling and transferring data and more. Common Principles and Approaches to Privacy This unit includes a brief discussion about the modern history of privacy, an introduction to types of information, an overview of information risk management and a summary of modern privacy principles. Jurisdiction and Industries This unit introduces the major privacy models employed around the globe and provides an overview of privacy and data protection regulation by jurisdictions and industry sectors. Information Security: Safeguarding Personal Information This unit presents introductions to information security, including definitions, elements, standards, and threats/ vulnerabilities, as well as introductions to information security management and governance, including frameworks, controls, cryptography and identity and access management (IAM). Online Privacy: Using Personal Information on Websites and with Other Internet-related Technologies This unit focuses on the web as a platform, as well as privacy considerations for sensitive online information, including policies and notices, access, security, authentication and data collection. Additional topics include children?s online privacy, email, searches, online marketing and advertising, social media, online assurance, cloud computing and mobile devices. Canadian Legal Framework This unit provides an introduction to the Canadian legal system. It includes enforcement agencies and their powers, privacy basics from a Canadian perspective and the underlying framework for Canadian privacy law and practice. Canadian Private-sector Privacy Laws This unit focuses on the Canadian legal system. It includes enforcement agencies and their powers, privacy basics from a Canadian perspective and the underlying framework for Canadian privacy law and practice. Canadian Public-sector Privacy Laws This unit highlights key concepts and practices related to the collection, retention, use, disclosure and disposal of personal information by federal, provincial and territorial governments. Health Information Privacy Laws This unit touches on the applicability and purpose of health information privacy laws. Private-sector Compliance Practices This unit delves into the components that make up compliance regulations, including Generally Accepted Privacy Principals and security breach notification, and also examines compliance track records and Federal Commissioner Findings. Public-sector Compliance Practices This unit presents the various methods that can be implemented for compliance in the public sector, such as privacy impact assessments and data sharing agreements. In addition, it discusses the challenges presented by digital information exchanges, as well as non-legislative considerations. Health-sector Compliance Practices This unit covers the issues presented with digital compliance in the health sector. Additional course details: Nexus Humans Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/CAN) 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 Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/CAN) 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 This course will help you: Prepare for entry-level job roles in the high-demand area of data center environments Prepare for courses that support the Cisco Certified Network Professional Data Center certification exams Gain knowledge and hands-on skills through Cisco's unique combination of lessons and hands-on practice using enterprise-grade Cisco learning technologies, data center equipment, and software Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Describe the foundations of data center networking Describe Cisco Nexus products and explain the basic Cisco NX-OS functionalities and tools Describe Layer 3 first-hop redundancy Describe Cisco Fabric Extender (FEX) connectivity Describe Ethernet port channels and virtual port channel (VPCs) Introduce switch virtualization, machine virtualization, and network virtualization Compare storage connectivity options in the data center Describe Fibre Channel communication between the initiator server and the target storage Describe Fibre Channel zone types and their uses Describe N-Port Virtualization (NPV) and N-Port Identifier Virtualization (NPIV) Describe data center Ethernet enhancements that provide a lossless fabric Describe Fibre Channel over Ethernet FCoE Describe data center server connectivity Describe Cisco UCS Manager Describe the purpose and advantages of APIs Describe Cisco ACI Describe the basic concepts of cloud computing The Understanding Cisco Data Center Foundations (DCFNDU) v1.0 course helps you prepare for entry-level data center roles. In this course, you will learn the foundational knowledge and skills you need to configure Cisco© data center technologies including: networking, virtualization, storage area networking, and unified computing. You will get an introduction to Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (Cisco ACI), automation and cloud computing. You will get hands-on experience with configuring features on Cisco Nexus Operating System (Cisco NX-OS) and Cisco Unified Computing System (Cisco UCS). This course also earns you 30 Continuing Education (CE) credits towards recertification. Describing the Data Center Network Architectures Cisco Data Center Architecture Overview Three-Tier Network: Core, Aggregation, and Access Spine-and-Leaf Network Two-Tier Storage Network Describing the Cisco Nexus Family and Cisco NX-OS Software Cisco Nexus Data Center Product Overview Cisco NX-OS Software Architecture Cisco NX-OS Software CLI Tools Cisco NX-OS Virtual Routing and Forwarding Describing Layer 3 First-Hop Redundancy Default Gateway Redundancy Hot Standby Router Protocol Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol Gateway Load Balancing Protocol Describing Cisco FEX Server Deployment Models Cisco FEX Technology Cisco FEX Traffic Forwarding Cisco Adapter FEX Describing Port Channels and VPCs Ethernet Port Channels Virtual Port Channels Supported VPC Topologies Describing Switch Virtualization Cisco Nexus Switch Basic Components Virtual Routing and Forwarding Cisco Nexus 7000 Virtual Device Contexts (VDCs) VDC Types VDC Resource Allocation VDC Management Describing Machine Virtualization Virtual Machines Hypervisor VM Manager Describing Network Virtualization Overlay Network Protocols Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN) Overlay VXLAN Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) Ethernet VPN (EVPN) Control Plane VXLAN Data Plane Cisco Nexus 1000VE Series Virtual Switch VMware vSphere Virtual Switches Introducing Basic Data Center Storage Concepts Storage Connectivity Options in the Data Center Fibre Channel Storage Networking Virtual Storage Area Network (VSAN) Configuration and Verification Describing Fibre Channel Communication Between the Initiator Server and the Target Storage Fibre Channel Layered Model Fabric Login (FLOGI) Process Fibre Channel Flow Control Describing Fibre Channel Zone Types and Their Uses Fibre Channel Zoning Zoning Configuration Zoning Management Describing Cisco NPV Mode and NPIV Cisco NPV Mode NPIV Mode Describing Data Center Ethernet Enhancements Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) Data Center Bridging Priority Flow Control Enhanced Transmission Selection Data Center Bridging Exchange (DCBX) Protocol Congestion Notification Describing FCoE Cisco Unified Fabric FCoE Architecture FCoE Initialization Protocol FCoE Adapters Describing Cisco UCS Components Physical Cisco UCS Components Cisco Fabric Interconnect Product Overview Cisco I/O Module (IOM) Product Overview Cisco UCS Mini Cisco Integrated Management Controller (IMC) Supervisor Cisco Intersight? Describing Cisco UCS Manager Cisco UCS Manager Overview Identity and Resource Pools for Hardware Abstraction Service Profiles and Service Profile Templates Cisco UCS Central Overview Cisco HyperFlex? Overview Using APIs Common Programmability Protocols and Methods How to Choose Models and Processes Describing Cisco ACI Cisco ACI Overview Multitier Applications in Cisco ACI Cisco ACI Features VXLAN in Cisco ACI Unicast Traffic in Cisco ACI Multicast Traffic in Cisco ACI Cisco ACI Programmability Common Programming Tools and Orchestration Options Describing Cloud Computing Cloud Computing Overview Cloud Deployment Models Cloud Computing Services Additional course details: Nexus Humans Cisco Understanding Cisco Data Center Foundations v1.1 (DCFNDU) 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 Data Center Foundations v1.1 (DCFNDU) 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.