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This two-day programme gives the key insights and understanding of contracting principles and the impact they have on business and operations. The course is designed for individuals involved in or supporting contracting who want to improve their commercial management skills; individuals in functions such as project management, business development, finance, operations who need practical training in commercial management; general audiences wanting to gain a basic understanding of commercial management. This is an assessed programme, leading to the International Association for Contracts & Commercial Management (IACCM)'s coveted Contract and Commercial Management Associate (CCMA) qualification. The programme addresses 31 different subject areas, across the five stages of the contracting process. By the end of the course the participants will be able, among other things, to: Develop robust contract plans, including scope of work and award strategies Conduct effective contracting activities, including ITT, RFP, negotiated outcomes Negotiate effectively with key stakeholders, making use of the key skills of persuading and influencing and to work with stakeholders to improve outcomes Set up and maintain contract management systems Take a proactive approach to managing contracts Make effective use of lessons learned to promote improvements from less than optimal outcomes, using appropriate templates Develop and monitor appropriate and robust Key Performance Indicators to manage the contractor and facilitate improved performance Understand the approvals process and how to develop and present robust propositions Make appropriate use of best practice contract management tools, techniques and templates DAY ONE 1 Introductions Aims Objectives Plan for the day 2 Commercial context Explaining the contracting context Define the key objective The importance of contact management Impact upon the business 3 Stakeholders How to undertake stakeholder mapping and analysis Shared vision concept, How to engage with HSE, Finance, Operations 4 Roles and responsibilities Exploring the key roles and responsibilities of contract administrators, HSE, Finance, Divisional managers, etc 5 Initiating the contract cycle Overview of the contracting cycle Requirement to tender Methods Rationale and exceptions 6 Specifications Developing robust scope of works Use of performance specifications Output based SOW 7 Strategy and award criteria Developing a robust contract strategy Award submissions/criteria 8 Managing the tender process Review the pre-qualification process Vendor registration rules and processes Creation of bidder lists Evaluation, short listing, and how to use of the 10Cs© model template and app 9 Types of contract Classify the different types of contracts Call-offs Framework agreement Price agreements Supply agreements 10 The contract I: price Understanding contract terms Methods of compensation Lump sum, unit price, cost plus, time and materials, alternative methods Cost plus a fee, target cost, gain share contracts Advanced payments Price escalation clauses DAY TWO 11 Risk How to manage risks Risk classification Mitigation of contractual risks 12 Contractor relationship management session Effectively managing relationships with contractors, Types of relationships Driving forces? Link between type of contract and style of relationship 13 Disputes Dealing with disputes Conflict resolution Negotiation Mediation Arbitration 14 Contract management Measuring and improving contract performance Using KPIs and SLAs Benchmarking Cost controls 15 The contract II: terms and conditions Contract terms and conditions Legal aspects Drafting special terms 16 Managing claims and variations How to manage contract and works variations orders Identifying the causes of variations Contractor claims process 17 Completion Contract close-out process Acceptance/completion Capture the learning/HSE Final payments, evaluation of performance 18 Close Review Final assessment

Duration 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for IS Security Officers Privacy Officers Health IS Managers Risk Managers Information Security Managers Compliance and Privacy Officers Overview Upon completion, the student will be ready to take the Certified Healthcare Information Systems Security Practitioner exam by mile2. In addition, at the end of the CHISSP course, the student will be versed with best practices in the healthcare industry and will be able to establish a framework with current best practices in respects to privacy, regulation and risk management. The Certified Healthcare IS Security Practitioner, C)HISSP certification course covers the skills and knowledge to implement the best IT healthcare practices, as well as, regulatory compliance and standards in the healthcare industry. Because of growing industry regulations and privacy requirements in the healthcare industry, the C)HISSP was developed by Mile2. Graduates of this course have become vital in managing and protecting healthcare data and are tasked to protect patient information by implementing, managing, and assessing proper IT controls for patient health information integrity. Course Outline Intro to the Healthcare Industry Regulatory Environment Healthcare Privacy and Security Policies Information Governance Risk Management Third-Party Risk Management

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for The course is designed for individuals who want to gain in-depth knowledge and practice in the discipline of managing requirements (Business Analysts, Requirements Engineers, Product manager, Product Owner, Chief Product Owner, Service Manager, Service Owner, Project manager, Consultants) Overview Students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding and application of Requirements Engineering principles and techniques. Key areas are: Requirements Engineering framework The hierarchy of requirements Key stakeholders in the framework Requirements elicitation Requirements modelling Requirements documentation Requirements analysis Requirements validation Requirements management The Business Analyst role analyzes, understands and manages the requirements in a customer-supplier relationship and ensures that the right products are delivered.The practical course provides in-depth knowledge and practice in Requirements Engineering. Course Introduction Let?s Get to Know Each Other Course Overview Course Learning Objectives Course Structure Course Agenda Introduction to Business Analysis Structure and Benefits of Business Analysis Foundation Exam Details Business Analysis Certification Scheme What is Business Analysis? Intent and Context Origins of business analysis The development of business analysis The scope of business analysis work Taking a holistic approach The role and responsibilities of the business analyst The competencies of a Business Analyst Personal qualities Business knowledge Professional techniques The development of competencies Strategy Analysis The context for strategy The definition of strategy Strategy development External environmental analysis Internal environmental analysis SWOT analysis Executing strategy Business Analysis Process Model An approach to problem solving Stages of the business analysis process model Objectives of the process model stages Procedures for each process model stage Techniques used within each process model stage Investigation Techniques Interviews Observation Workshops Scenarios Prototyping Quantitative approaches Documenting the current situation Stakeholder Analysis and Management Stakeholder categories and identification Analysing stakeholders Stakeholder management strategies Managing stakeholders Understanding stakeholder perspectives Business activity models Modelling Business Processes Organizational context An altrnative view of an organization The organizational view of business processes Value propositions Process models Analysing the as-is process model Improving business processes (to-be business process) Defining the Solution Gab analysis Introduction to Business Architecture Definition to Business Architecture Business Architecture techniques Business and Financial Case The business case in the project lifecycle Identifying options Assessing project feasibility Structure of a business case Investment appraisal Establishing the Requirements A framework for requirements engineering Actors in requirements engineering Requirements elicitation Requirements analysis Requirements validation Documenting and Managing the Requirements The requirements document The requirements catalogue Managing requirements Modelling the Requirements Modelling system functions Modelling system data Delivering the Requirements Delivering the solution Context Lifecycles Delivering the Business Solution BA role in the business change lifecycle Design stage Implementation stage Realization stage Additional course details: Nexus Humans Business Analysis - Requirements Engineering 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 Business Analysis - Requirements Engineering 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.

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Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This workshop will give any leader tools to implement changes more smoothly and to have those changes better accepted. Overview This workshop will also give all participants an understanding of how change is implemented and some tools for managing their reactions to change. This workshop will also give all participants an understanding of how change is implemented and some tools for managing their reactions to change. Getting Started Icebreaker Housekeeping Items The Parking Lot Workshop Objectives Preparing for Change Defining Your Strategy Building the Team Identifying the WIFM What's in it for Me? Building Support Understanding Change Influences on Change Common Reactions to Change Tools to Help the Change Process Managing the Change Change Readiness Audit Stakeholder analysis Developing a Change Management Plan Developing a Communication Plan Implementing the Plans Gaining Support Gathering Data Addressing Concerns and Issues Evaluating and Adapting Making it All Worthwhile Leading Status Meetings Celebrating Successes Sharing the Results and Benefits Using Appreciative Inquiry The Four Stages The Purposes of Appreciative Inquiry Examples and Case Studies Bringing People to Your Side A Dash of Emotion Plenty of Facts Building Resiliency What is Resiliency? Why is It Important? Five Easy Steps for the Leader and the Individual Building Flexibility What is Flexibility? Why is it Important? Five Easy Steps for the Leader and the Individual Wrapping Up Words from the Wise Review of Parking Lot Lessons Learned Additional course details: Nexus Humans Change 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 Change 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 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for This introductory-level course is ideal for project managers, team leaders, and collaboration-focused roles who are already familiar with Jira and are looking to integrate Confluence into their project workflows. Overview Throughout the course you will learn to: Master the fundamentals of Confluence, including understanding its history, navigation, and the distinction between pages and blogs. Gain proficiency in creating, editing, copying, moving, and deleting pages, along with managing file directories and executing advanced editing features. Develop the ability to use and create blueprints and templates, aiding in the standardization and productivity enhancement of your team's work. Understand the collaborative features of Confluence such as sharing links, commenting, mentioning, liking, and watching content to promote a culture of teamwork and collaboration in your organization. Learn how to effectively integrate Confluence with Jira, linking issues and filters, and using auto-links for smoother project management. OPTIONAL: Acquire skills in Confluence administration, including managing notifications and watchers, linking to other applications, customizing the look and feel of your workspace, and creating various types of spaces (public, private, team, etc.) Boost your project management and team collaboration skills with our hands-on, interactive course, Getting Started with Confluence (with Jira). Confluence, as a powerful project collaboration tool, seamlessly integrates with Jira, allowing you to create, share, and collaborate on projects in a more efficient and visually appealing way. This course will equip you with the skills to manage projects, improve workflow efficiency, and promote transparency in your organization. You will gain practical knowledge about Confluence's core features such as creating and editing pages, managing file directories, using tasks, macros, and gadgets, and differentiating between pages and blogs.Working in a hands-on learning environment guided by our expert instructor, you?ll gain experience with Confluence's unique features like using and creating blueprints and templates, enhancing standardization and productivity in your team. The program includes a deep dive into collaborative features of Confluence and its integration with Jira, which will enhance your ability to foster a collaborative environment. Administrative aspects like managing notifications, watchers, linking to other applications, and creating various types of spaces will also be covered.You?ll leave the course with the skills to apply Confluence within your existing Jira environment effectively, ready to use its collaborative tools and features to streamline workflows and boost project productivity. Introduction History Navigation Space Directory Shortcuts Pages VS Blogs Pages Creating Pages Editing Pages File Directory Advanced Editing (Markup, Undefined links, etc.) Copying and Moving Pages Deleting Pages Tasks Macros/Gadgets Macro overview and use Using JIRA Gadgets Editing Existing Macros Blueprints/Templates Working with Blueprints Creating/Using Templates Collaboration Sharing Links Commenting Mentioning 'Liking' Content 'Watching' Content JIRA Integration Linking your JIRA and Confluence Instances Linking Issues and Filters Auto Links Administration Page vs Space vs System Admin Notifications Watchers Linking to Other Applications Workbox Notifications Look and Feel Creating Spaces Public Space Private Space Team Space Technical Documentation Meeting Minutes Blog Additional course details: Nexus Humans Introduction to Confluence (TTDV7545) 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 Introduction to Confluence (TTDV7545) 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 is intended for those who provide site collection and site administration and are power users or IT professionals who are tasked with supporting or working within the SharePoint 2016 environment on premise and/or in Office 365. Overview After completing this course, students will be able to: - Design and implement a company portal structure using SharePoint 2016 objects including sites, libraries, lists and pages - Explain the role of security and permissions throughout SharePoint 2016 - Implement guidelines for consistency in building a company portal to aid in the day-to-day administration of content in SharePoint 2016 - Enhance the design and content of a company portal using SharePoint 2016 pages and web parts - Explain the importance of governance for the planning and managing future growth of the - SharePoint 2016 implementation - Identify options to integrate data from other systems such as Microsoft Office, as well as preserve existing data - Explain the role of social networking in SharePoint 2016 and its impact on collaboration This course is intended for power users and IT professionals who are tasked with working within the SharePoint 2016 environment and conduct site collection and site administration. Getting Started with SharePoint 2016 Exploring SharePoint 2016 Site Collection and Site Administrator Roles Defining SharePoint Terminology Navigating a SharePoint Site Interacting with the Ribbon Creating and Editing Basic Content What is Metadata? Versions of SharePoint Standard Enterprise O365 Building a Site Collection with Apps The Structure of SharePoint Creating a Site What does a site template come with? Defining SharePoint Apps Customizing Lists and Libraries Creating/Managing Lists and Libraries through SharePoint Designer Explaining Views on Lists and Libraries Creating Views in Lists and Libraries Modifying Navigation Turning Site Features On/Off Reorganizing a Site using Site Content and Structure feature Lab 1: Creating a Structured Company Portal Lab 2: Creating a List Using SharePoint Designer (Optional) Creating Consistency across Sites Defining Site Columns Defining Content Types Implementing a Taxonomy Using Templates to Promote Consistency Lab 1: Creating Site Columns and Content Types Lab 2: Implementing a Taxonomy Lab 3: Configuring the Content Organizer SharePoint Permissions Explaining Permissions and Security in SharePoint Creating SharePoint Groups Managing Permissions within SharePoint Sharing versus Traditional Security Sharing as different permission levels Lab 1: Managing Permissions in SharePoint Working with Pages and Web Parts Changing the Appearance of the Portal Editing a Page wiki web part Working with Web Parts and App Parts App Parts Content Search Web Part Relevant Documents Content query Table of Contents Pictures Web Part Connections Filter web parts Web parts with Targeting Audience Lab 1: Adding and Configuring Web Parts Lab 2: Connecting Web Parts Lab 3: Applying Themes to Your Company Portal Document and Records Management Basic Content Approval Versioning Check In/Out Holds Retention Policy Document ID Content Organizer Compliance Policy Center Site Template EDiscovery Records Center Lab 1: Working with Advanced Document Management Features Lab 2: Leveraging Records Management to Preserve Data Workflow Alerts Out of the Box Workflow Activating Workflow Features Approval Workflow Creating a Workflow in SharePoint Designer Lab 1: Creating an Approval Workflow from SharePoint Lab 2: Creating a Custom Workflow in SharePoint Designer (Optional) Office Integration Outlook Calendar Contacts Excel Word PowerPoint OneDrive for Business OneNote Access Lab 1: Importing and Exporting Excel Data with SharePoint Lab 2: Linking Outlook and SharePoint Creating Publishing Sites Why use a publishing site? Publishing Pages Enabling Web Content Management Managing the Structure of Web Content Navigating a Site Using Managed Metadata Lab 1: Creating a Rich Publishing Sit Lab 2: Configuring a Publishing Approval Process Lab 3: Implementing a Managed Navigation Site Bridging the Social Gap My Sites Configuring Social Features in SharePoint Posts, Tags and Mentions Creating a Community Site Lab 1: Designing a Social Experience in SharePoint 2016 Lab 2: Creating a Community Site Finding Information Using Search Exploring the Search Features in SharePoint Configuring Search Settings Search Analytics Search Visibility Lab 1: Configuring an Advanced Search Center Planning a Company Portal Using SharePoint Defining SharePoint Governance Working with Information Architecture Implementing Site Hierarchies Discussing the Execution of Governance Site Collection Administrator Settings Exploring Settings for Site Collection Administrators Exploring Settings for Site Administrators Site Closure Policies Additional course details: Nexus Humans 55234 SharePoint 2016 Site Collections and Site Owner Administration 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 55234 SharePoint 2016 Site Collections and Site Owner Administration 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 Built for IT Professionals working with Citrix ADC and Gateway, with little or no previous Citrix networking experience. Potential students include administrators, engineers, and architects interested in learning how to deploy or manage Citrix ADC or Citrix Gateway environments. Overview Identify the functionality and capabilities of Citrix ADC and Citrix Gateway Explain basic Citrix ADC and Gateway network architecture Identify the steps and components to secure Citrix ADC Configure Authentication, Authorization, and Auditing Integrate Citrix Gateway with Citrix Virtual Apps, Citrix Virtual Desktops and other Citrix components Expand your Citrix networking knowledge and skills by enrolling in this five-day course. It covers Citrix ADC essentials, including secure load balancing, high availability and operations management, and also focuses on Citrix Gateway. You will learn to deliver secure remote access to apps and desktops integrating Citrix Virtual Apps and Citrix Desktops with Citrix Gateway Getting Started Introduction to Citrix ADC Feature and Platform Overview Deployment Options Architectural Overview Setup and Management Basic Networking Networking Topology Citrix ADC Components Routing Access Control Lists ADC Platforms Citrix ADC MPX Citrix ADC VPX Citrix ADC CPX Citrix ADC SDX Citrix ADC BLX High Availability Citrix ADC High Availability High Availability Configuration Managing High Availability In Service Software Upgrade Troubleshooting High Availability Load balancing Load Balancing Overview Load Balancing Methods and Monitors Load Balancing Traffic Types Load Balancing Protection Priority Load Balancing Load Balancing Troubleshooting SSL Offloading SSL Overview SSL Configuration SSL Offload Troubleshooting SSL Offload SSL Vulnerabilities and Protections Security Authentication, Authorization, and Auditing Configuring External Authentication Admin Partitions Monitoring and Troubleshooting Citrix ADC Logging Monitoring with SNMP Reporting and Diagnostics AppFlow Functions Citrix Application Delivery Management Troubleshooting Citrix Gateway Introduction to Citrix Gateway Advantages and Utilities of Citrix Gateway Citrix Gateway Configuration Common Deployments AppExpert Expressions Introduction to AppExpert Policies Default Policies Explore Citrix ADC Gateway Policies Policy Bind Points Using AppExpert with Citrix Gateway Authentication, Authorization, and Secure Web Gateway Authentication and Authorization Multi-Factor Authentication nFactor Visualizer SAML authentication Managing Client Connections Introduction to Client Connections Session Policies and Profiles Pre and Post Authentication Policies Citrix Gateway Deployment Options Managing User Sessions Integration for Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Virtual Apps and Desktop Integration Citrix Gateway Integration Citrix Gateway WebFront ICA Proxy Clientless Access and Workspace App Access Fallback SmartControl and SmartAccess for ICA Configuring Citrix Gateway Working with Apps on Citrix Gateway RDP Proxy Portal Themes and EULA

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is for network managers, resellers, systems administrators, client security administrators, systems professionals, and consultants who are charged with the installation, configuration, and day-to-day management of Symantec Endpoint Protection in a variety of network environments, and who are responsible for troubleshooting and tuning the performance of this product in the enterprise environment. Overview At the completion of the course, you will be able to: Describe Symantec Endpoint Protection products, components, dependencies, and system hierarchy. Install and configure Symantec Endpoint Protection management and client components. Deploy Symantec Endpoint Protection Windows, Windows Embedded, Mac and Linux clients. Manage the client user interface. Manage content updates for Windows, Mac, and Linux. Perform server and database management. Configure replication and load balancing. Design a Symantec Endpoint Protection environment. This course is designed for the network, IT security, and systems administration professional tasked with architecting and implementing Symantec Endpoint Protection. Introduction Course overview The classroom lab environment Symantec Endpoint Protection Product Solution Why use Symantec Endpoint Protection? Symantec Endpoint Protection technologies Symantec Endpoint Protection services Symantec Endpoint Protection components Symantec Endpoint Protection policies and concepts Extending Symantec Endpoint Protection Installing the Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager Identifying system requirements Preparing servers for installation Installing and configuring the Symantec Endpoint Protection Manager Describing Symantec Endpoint Protection upgrades and version compatibility Configuring the Symantec Endpoint Protection Environment Starting and navigating the SEPM Describing policy types and components Console authentication Licensing the SEP environment Deploying Windows and Windows Embedded Clients Planning the client deployment Configuring client deployment package Deploying packages to clients Maintaining the client environment Upgrading Symantec Endpoint Protection clients Deploying Mac and Linux Clients Linux prerequisites Linux deployment Mac prerequisites Mac deployment Client and Policy Management Describing SEPM and client communications Administering clients Configuring groups Configuring locations Active Directory integration with SEP 12.1 Client configuration modes Configuring domains General client settings and Tamper Protection Configuring Content Updates for Windows Clients Introducing LiveUpdate Configuring the SEPM for LiveUpdate Configuring the LiveUpdate Settings and Content policies Configuring multiple group update providers (GUPs) Manually updating virus definitions Configuring Content Updates for Mac and Linux Clients Describing content update methods Configuring the LiveUpdate policy Configuring the SEPM as a reverse proxy Monitoring updates Performing Server and Database Management Managing SEPM servers Maintaining server security Communicating with other servers Managing administrators Managing the database Disaster recovery techniques Configuring Replication and Failover and Load Balancing About sites and replication How replication works Symantec Endpoint Protection replication scenarios Configuring replication Failover and load balancing Designing a Symantec Endpoint Environment Architecture components Architecture constraints Component placement Content delivery Determining client to SEPM ratios SEPM and database sizing best practices

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This overview-level course is ideally suited for professionals seeking an introduction to microservices architecture and its application within a business context. Ideal attendee roles include software developers, system architects, technical managers, and IT professionals who are part of teams transitioning to a microservices approach. It's also an excellent starting point for non-technical roles such as product owners or business analysts who work closely with technical teams and want to better understand and become conversant in the language and principles of microservices. Overview This course combines engaging instructor-led presentations and useful demonstrations with engaging group activities. Throughout the course you'll explore: Understand the Basics of Microservices: Get to know the fundamental principles and characteristics of microservices and how they revolutionize traditional software development approaches. Explore the Design of Microservices: Gain an overview of how microservices are designed based on business requirements and what makes them unique in the software architecture world. Overview of Managing and Scaling Microservices: Get an introduction to how microservices are managed and scaled independently, and understand the significance of these features in your business operations. Familiarize with the Microservices Ecosystem: Learn about the typical patterns, best practices, and common pitfalls in the microservices world, setting a foundation for future learning and implementation. Introduction to Microservices in a Business Context: Acquire a basic understanding of how microservices can be aligned with specific business capabilities, and get a glimpse into how they can coexist with legacy systems in a business setting. Microservices have rapidly emerged as a popular architectural style, breaking down applications into small, independent services that can be developed, deployed, and scaled individually. Microservices offer a robust method to address a variety of projects, such as e-commerce platforms and content management systems, enhancing scalability and boosting productivity. This technology, when employed correctly, can greatly increase software delivery speed and system resilience, making it a crucial skill set for modern technology professionals.Understanding Microservices - A Technical Overview is a one-day course ideally suited for technical professionals seeking an introduction to microservices architecture and its application within a business context. Under the guidance of an industry expert, this engaging class combines lecture-style learning with lively demonstrations, case study review and group discussions.Throughout the course you?ll explore the principles and characteristics that define microservices, how to identify suitable projects for a microservices approach, the factors to consider when designing them, and the strategies to effectively manage and scale them within complex systems. You?ll also learn about the best practices, patterns, and anti-patterns, arming you with the knowledge to make the right architectural choices. This course also explores the real-world implementation of microservices in a business enterprise. We'll discuss how to align the application of microservices with your organization's specific business capabilities, and offer strategies for smoothly integrating this technology within existing legacy systems. Introduction to Microservices Understand what microservices are and their role in modern software development. Introduction to Microservices: what they are and why they matter. Monolithic vs Microservices: highlighting the shift and benefits. Key principles and characteristics of microservices. Identifying suitable applications for microservices transformation. Demo: Analyzing a sample application and identifying potential microservices Architecting and Managing Microservices Learn the basic strategies for scaling and managing microservices. Scaling Microservices: from a single service to hundreds. Key components of a microservices architecture. Introduction to resilience patterns: Circuit-Breakers and Bulkheads. Load management and provisioning in a microservices setup. Understanding the role of cloud services in microservices. Optional Demo: Illustrating how a microservice-based application scales in real-time Designing Microservices Learn the key aspects to consider when designing microservices. Defining microservice boundaries: Deciding the scope of a microservice. Communication patterns in microservices. Understanding Microservice endpoints. Exploring data stores and transaction boundaries in microservices. Overcoming challenges in Microservices design. Demo: Designing microservices for a hypothetical business requirement Implementing Microservices in a Business Enterprise Understand the process and considerations for implementing microservices in an enterprise context. Assessing enterprise readiness for microservices. Building the business case for microservices: strategic advantages and potential challenges. Aligning microservices with business capabilities. Organizational changes: Team structures and processes for microservices. Dealing with Legacy Systems: Strategies for microservices integration. Demo: Exploring a case study of successful microservices implementation in a business enterprise The Microservices Ecosystem Understand the key tools and best practices in the Microservices ecosystem. Understanding the typical Microservices Stack. Monitoring and Logging in Microservices. Introduction to Docker: Containerization of Microservices. Deployment strategies in a Microservices setup. Introduction to Orchestration in Microservices Demo: Containerizing and deploying a simple microservice Microservices Deployment Strategies Understand various ways to safely introduce changes in a microservices environment. The concept of Blue-Green Deployment: changing services without downtime. Canary Releases and Feature Toggles: slowly rolling out changes to users. Database changes in a microservices environment: keeping data consistent. Demo: Examining various deployment strategies Microservices Best Practices and DevOps Learn key strategies to ensure a smooth operation of your microservices setup. The DevOps culture in Microservices: collaboration for efficiency. Defining a Minimum Viable Product in a Microservices setup: building small, delivering fast. Dealing with data in a distributed setup: managing Data Islands. The importance of Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery in a microservices setup. Governance: Keeping track of your services and their consumers. Demo: Visualizing a simple continuous delivery pipeline Microservices Patterns and Anti-Patterns Learn about common do's and don'ts when working with microservices. Understanding patterns that help with efficient microservices operation. Recognizing and avoiding anti-patterns that can hinder performance. Dealing with common challenges: dependencies between services, managing service boundaries. Demo: Examples of real-world patterns and anti-patterns Simple Overview of OAuth and OpenID for Microservices Introduction to OAuth and OpenID: What they are and why they matter in Microservices. The role of tokens in OAuth 2.0: How they help in securing communications. A simplified look at OpenID Connect: Linking identities across services. Demo