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Every relationship has its ups and downs, but sometimes these become too difficult for a couple to manage on their own… Accredited CPD Certificate: 6 hours Length: 1 day (9.15am–4.00pm GMT) Probably the best couples therapy training course I have ever attended. Very full, hugely informative contentWELLBEING OFFICER, SOLENT MIND Live training delivered online – Attend Jennifer Broadley’s online training masterclass live online on Tuesday 21st May 24 via Zoom. The content covered is the same as her attended workshop with a few modifications to some of the exercises, and you will have plenty of opportunities to ask questions. All you need is a quiet place to watch, a computer or tablet and a strong internet signal, the rest is easy – simply book your place as normal, and we will email you details of how to join the Zoom workshop. BONUS RECORDING – the training is recorded, in case anyone experiences technical difficulties on the day, so you will also get a recording for a limited time afterwards to maximise your learning. Why take this course Relationship issues are one of the most common causes of emotional distress – and often the reason people seek help. A solid understanding of why difficulties arise, and what can be done about them, is extremely useful therefore for all caring professionals, not just those working with couples. Drawing on pioneering research, Jennifer Broadley’s one-day couples counselling course gives you this important knowledge, along with a range of strategies and proven tips for working effectively and ethically with more than one client. She shares the practical guidelines and skills she has acquired over many years of successfully helping couples using the human givens approach to build and maintain supportive and mutually rewarding relationships. Presented without psychobabble, and making good use of insightful case histories, Jennifer demystifies an area of counselling that many find daunting or fear is complicated. The day covers: the most effective ways to help and build rapport with couples in conflicted relationships; the sex differences in processing emotions; non-blame talking styles; the long-term impact of parenting; past conditioning, including psychological traumas, that can give clues about why difficulties arose; and what we can learn from the way successful couples facilitate mutual needs satisfaction. Well worth attending – and the money. I'm going back refreshed and well resourced, with lots of new skills and strategies to try.PSYCHOTHERAPIST What will you learn Essential skills for building and maintaining rapport with two emotionally-aroused people Ways to encourage both partners to engage in solving their difficulties How to teach non-blaming communication skills and explain the differences in male and female behaviour to clients What to do if one or even both parties are having an affair How to deal with issues specific to couple counselling, such as confidentiality The key points you need to bear in mind when working with more than one client at a time How to structure effective therapy sessions and goal setting with two people Effective ways to help each partner begin to cooperate in helping the other get their emotional needs met The key ingredients for a healthy and mutually rewarding relationship An insight into the many common relationship problems – and how to help clients overcome them (illustrated with case histories) Tips and techniques for staying objective and empathetic, whilst calming your clients’ high emotional arousal How to recognise and interrupt disruptive behaviour patterns How to use Solution Focused Questioning to initiate change How to manage setbacks and keep the partners motivated How to tell when the relationship isn’t the problem – and what to do about it How to use Guided Imagery with two people Information regarding the latest research into effective couples therapy How early life experiences can influence our relationships, and what to do about this now Creative ways to develop effective interventions, including using tasks and metaphor Asperger’s syndrome – how to work with couples if one or both show Asperger traits, a common cause of relationship problems Considering the wider picture, including other family members Course notes, Accredited CPD Certificate and more… Course Programme The ‘Couples therapy – a practical masterclass’ counselling course starts at 9.15am and runs until 4.00pm. (GMT). 9.15am Join the Zoom meeting 9.30am What predicts relationship stability and fulfilment? 11.00am Comfort break and discussion 11.30am Building empathy, how to use RIGAAR™ 1.00pm Lunch break 1.45pm Structuring therapeutic interventions, establishing goals, and moving forward 2.45pm Comfort break and discussion 3.00pm Valuing the bigger context 4.00pm Day ends Who is this course suitable for? Anyone considering working therapeutically with couples Psychotherapists and counsellors already working with couples who would like additional insights, tools and strategies to use Anyone involved in mental health or whose work involves dealing with couples or families, including: social workers, psychologists, teachers, GPs and health visitors Anyone who is interested in learning solution focused, brief therapy interventions, working from the human givens approach, to facilitate a rapid process of change for couples in distress Anyone wanting to overcome their own insecurity in a relationship or to learn more about the myriad dynamics that come into play in relationships will benefit from the information given on this course. Please Note This course is not a substitute for therapy.

About this Course This 5 full-day course provides a comprehensive understanding of all the commissioning procedures for combined cycle power plants. The Commissioning Management System (CMS) of combined cycle power plants is covered in detail in this course. This includes all the commissioning procedures and documents, purpose of commissioning, responsibilities, system description, organization, working parties, test teams, documentation, testing and commissioning schedules, test reports, safety, plant certification, and plant completion report. The course provides also a thorough understanding of all the commissioning requirements for gas turbines, steam turbines and auxiliaries, generator and auxiliaries, electrical equipment, switchgear equipment, switchgear and transformers. All the stages of the commissioning procedure are covered in-depth in this course. This includes preparation - planning various activities, pre-commissioning checks and tests, typical commissioning schedule, detailed tests and commissioning procedures and instructions for every component in a combined cycle power plant, instrumentation, trial run of the equipment, safety and precautions, commissioning of combined cycle power plant systems, safety rules clearance certificates, procedure for the control and handling of defects, commissioning reports, operational testing, first fire, generator synchronization, performance testing, heat rate testing, emission testing, contract testing, CO2 concentration tests, electrical full-load rejection test, duct burner testing, partial load stability test, and reliability test. This course is a MUST for anyone who is involved in the pre-commissioning or commissioning of any combined cycle power plant equipment because it provides detailed pre-commissioning checks and tests, and detailed tests and commissioning procedures and instructions for every component in a combined cycle power plant. In addition, the seminar provides an in-depth coverage of all preparation, planning activities, commissioning schedules, trial run of each combined cycle power plant equipment, safety and precautions, safety rules clearance certificates, procedures for handling defects, and commissioning reports. Training Objectives Pre-commissioning Checks and Tests, Detailed Tests and Commissioning Procedures and Instructions for Every Equipment in Combined Cycle Power Plants: Gain a thorough understanding of all pre-commissioning checks and tests, and all commissioning procedures and instructions for every equipment in combined cycle power plants Commissioning Management System (CMS) of Combined Cycle Power Plants: Discover the benefits of the CMS of combined cycle power plants including all commissioning procedures and documents, purpose of commissioning, responsibilities, system description, organization, working parties, test teams, documentation, testing and commissioning schedules, test reports, safety, plant certification, and plant completion report Commissioning Procedures and Instructions for Heat Recovery Steam Generators, Air Blow and Steam Blow of Steam and Gas Piping in Combined Cycle Power Plants: Learn about the commissioning procedures and instructions for heat recovery steam generators, chemical cleaning of heat recovery steam generators, air blow and gas blow of steam and gas piping in combined cycle power plants, safety valve setting and soot blowers Commissioning Procedures and Instructions for Gas Turbines and Steam Turbines: Gain a thorough understanding of all the commissioning procedures and instructions for gas and steam turbines and auxiliaries including acid cleaning of oil pipelines, lubrication and governing system (oil flushing and hydraulic testing), jacking oil system, governing system, regenerative system, barring gear, vacuum tightness test, first rolling of turbine and data logging Commissioning Procedures and Instructions for Generator and Auxiliaries: Discover all the commissioning procedures and instructions for generator and auxiliaries including generator, seal oil system, hydrogen gas system, stator water system, rolling and start-up of generators Commissioning Procedures and Instructions for Electrical Equipment: Learn about all the commissioning procedures and instructions for electrical equipment including switchyard equipment, switchgear, transformers and motors Operational Testing, Performance Testing, Heat Rate Testing, Emission Testing of Combine Cycle Power Plants: Gain a thorough understanding of operational testing, first fire, generator synchronization, performance testing, heat rate testing, emission testing, contract testing, CO2 concentration tests, electrical full-load rejection test, duct burner testing, partial load stability test, and reliability test of combined cycle power plants Target Audience Engineers of all disciplines Managers Technicians Maintenance personnel Other technical individuals Training Methods The instructor relies on a highly interactive training method to enhance the learning process. This method ensures that all the delegates gain a complete understanding of all the topics covered. The training environment is highly stimulating, challenging, and effective because the participants will learn by case studies which will allow them to apply the material taught to their own organization. Trainer Your specialist course leader has more than 32 years of practical engineering experience with Ontario Power Generation (OPG), one of the largest electric utility in North America. He was previously involved in research on power generation equipment with Atomic Energy of Canada Limited at their Chalk River and Whiteshell Nuclear Research Laboratories. While working at OPG, he acted as a Training Manager, Engineering Supervisor, System Responsible Engineer and Design Engineer. During the period of time, he worked as a Field Engineer and Design Engineer, he was responsible for the operation, maintenance, diagnostics, and testing of gas turbines, steam turbines, generators, motors, transformers, inverters, valves, pumps, compressors, instrumentation and control systems. Further, his responsibilities included designing, engineering, diagnosing equipment problems and recommending solutions to repair deficiencies and improve system performance, supervising engineers, setting up preventive maintenance programs, writing Operating and Design Manuals, and commissioning new equipment. Later, he worked as the manager of a section dedicated to providing training for the staff at the power stations. The training provided by him covered in detail the various equipment and systems used in power stations. In addition, he has taught courses and seminars to more than four thousand working engineers and professionals around the world, specifically Europe and North America. He has been consistently ranked as 'Excellent' or 'Very Good' by the delegates who attended his seminars and lectures. He written 5 books for working engineers from which 3 have been published by McGraw-Hill, New York. Below is a list of the books authored by him; Power Generation Handbook: Gas Turbines, Steam Power Plants, Co-generation, and Combined Cycles, second edition, (800 pages), McGraw-Hill, New York, October 2011. Electrical Equipment Handbook (600 pages), McGraw-Hill, New York, March 2003. Power Plant Equipment Operation and Maintenance Guide (800 pages), McGraw-Hill, New York, January 2012. Industrial Instrumentation and Modern Control Systems (400 pages), Custom Publishing, University of Toronto, University of Toronto Custom Publishing (1999). Industrial Equipment (600 pages), Custom Publishing, University of Toronto, University of Toronto, University of Toronto Custom Publishing (1999). Furthermore, he has received the following awards: The first 'Excellence in Teaching' award offered by PowerEdge, Singapore, in December 2016 The first 'Excellence in Teaching' award offered by the Professional Development Center at University of Toronto (May, 1996). The 'Excellence in Teaching Award' in April 2007 offered by TUV Akademie (TUV Akademie is one of the largest Professional Development centre in world, it is based in Germany and the United Arab Emirates, and provides engineering training to engineers and managers across Europe and the Middle East). Awarded graduation 'With Distinction' from Dalhousie University when completed Bachelor of Engineering degree (1983). Lastly, he was awarded his Bachelor of Engineering Degree 'with distinction' from Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. He also received a Master of Applied Science in Engineering (M.A.Sc.) from the University of Ottawa, Canada. He is also a member of the Association of Professional Engineers in the province of Ontario, Canada. POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information post training support and fees applicable Accreditions And Affliations

Talent Management and Succession Planning,” the podcast where we explore the critical aspects of attracting and retaining top finance talen Talent management is the lifeblood of any organisation, and finance departments are no exception. In a competitive business landscape, attracting and retaining top finance talent can make a significant difference. Highly skilled and motivated professionals drive innovation, improve financial performance, and contribute to strategic decision-making. By investing in talent management, CFOs ensure their organisations have the right people in the right roles, which is vital for sustainable growth and success. Talent management also enables CFOs to build a culture of continuous learning and development. By nurturing the skills and capabilities of finance professionals, we create an environment that fosters innovation and adaptability. This is crucial in today’s rapidly changing business landscape, where finance teams need to keep pace with evolving technologies, regulations, and industry trends. Talent management provides a foundation for building a resilient and agile finance function. Succession planning is an integral part of talent management. How do CFOs approach succession planning, particularly in finance leadership roles? Succession planning is a proactive approach to ensure a smooth transition of leadership roles. CFOs need to identify high-potential individuals within their finance teams and provide them with opportunities for growth and development. This includes mentorship, training programs, and exposure to cross-functional experiences. By preparing a pipeline of future finance leaders, CFOs can mitigate the risks associated with unexpected departures or retirements, ensuring continuity and stability in finance leadership. Additionally, succession planning should encompass diversity and inclusion. CFOs recognize the importance of building diverse finance teams that reflect the broader talent pool. By providing equal opportunities for underrepresented groups and promoting inclusivity, we foster a culture of belonging and tap into a wider range of perspectives and ideas. Diverse teams drive innovation and improve decision-making, contributing to the overall success of the organisation. How do CFOs create a talent development culture within their finance teams, and what initiatives can be implemented to foster continuous growth? CFOs can create a talent development culture by prioritizing learning and development initiatives. This includes offering ongoing training programs, supporting professional certifications, and providing access to resources that enhance technical and soft skills. CFOs should encourage finance professionals to take ownership of their own development and provide opportunities for them to stretch their capabilities. This may involve cross-functional projects, exposure to different areas of the business, or participation in industry conferences and networking events. Additionally, mentorship and coaching programs play a crucial role in talent development. CFOs can pair experienced finance leaders with up-and-coming talent, fostering knowledge transfer, and providing guidance and support. Encouraging regular feedback and performance discussions helps finance professionals understand their strengths and areas for improvement, enabling targeted development plans. By creating a culture that values continuous learning and growth, CFOs empower their finance teams to reach their full potential. https://www.fdcapital.co.uk/podcast/talent-management-and-succession-planning/ Tags Online Events Things To Do Online Online Classes Online Business Classes #leadership #development #successionplanning #employees #talentmanagement

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Anyone who plans to work with Kubernetes at any level or tier of involvement Any company or individual who wants to advance their knowledge of the cloud environment Application Developers Operations Developers IT Directors/Managers Overview All topics required by the CKAD exam, including: Deploy applications to a Kubernetes cluster Pods, ReplicaSets, Deployments, DaemonSets Self-healing and observable applications Multi-container Pod Design Application configuration via Configmaps, Secrets Administrate cluster use for your team A systematic understanding of Kubernetes architecture Troubleshooting and debugging tools Kubernetes networking and services Kubernetes is a Cloud Orchestration Platform providing reliability, replication, and stability while maximizing resource utilization for applications and services. By the conclusion of this hands-on training, you will go back to work with all necessary commands and practical skills to empower your team to succeed, as well as gain knowledge of important concepts like Kubernetes architecture and container orchestration. We prioritize covering all objectives and concepts necessary for passing the Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) exam. You will command and configure a high availability Kubernetes environment (and later, build your own!) capable of demonstrating all ?K8s'' features discussed and demonstrated in this course. Your week of intensive, hands-on training will conclude with a mock CKAD exam that matches the real thing. Kubernetes Architecture Components Understand API deprecations Containers Define, build and modify container images Pods Master Services Node Services K8s Services YAML Essentials Creating a K8s Cluster kubectl Commands Kubernetes Resources Kubernetes Namespace Kubernetes Contexts Pods What is a Pod? Create, List, Delete Pods How to Access Running Pods Kubernetes Resources Managing Cloud Resource Consumption Multi-Container Pod Design Security Contexts Init Containers Understand multi-container Pod design patterns (e.g. sidecar, init and others) Pod Wellness Tracking Networking Packet Forwarding ClusterIP and NodePort Services Provide and troubleshoot access to applications via services Ingress Controllers Use Ingress rules to expose applications NetworkPolicy resource Demonstrate basic understanding of NetworkPolicies Network Plugins Defining the Service Mesh Service mesh configuration examples ReplicaSets Services ReplicaSet Function Deploying ReplicaSets Deployments Deployment Object Updating/Rolling Back Deployments Understand Deployments and how to perform rolling updates Deployment Strategies Use Kubernetes primitives to implement common deployment strategies (e.g. blue/green or canary) Scaling ReplicaSets Autoscaling Labels and Annotations Labels Annotations Node Taints and Tolerations Jobs The K8s Job and CronJob Understand Jobs and CronJobs Immediate vs. scheduled internal use Application Configuration Understanding and defining resource requirements, limits and quotas Config Maps Create & consume Secrets Patching Custom Resource Definition Discover and use resources that extend Kubernetes (CRD) Managing ConfigMaps and Secrets as Volumes Storage Static and dynamic persistent volumes via StorageClass K8s volume configuration Utilize persistent and ephemeral volumes Adding persistent storage to containers via persistent volume claims Introduction to Helm Helm Introduction Charts Use the Helm package manager to deploy existing packages Application Security Understand authentication, authorization and admission control Understand ServiceAccounts Understand SecurityContexts Application Observability and Maintenance Use provided tools to monitor Kubernetes applications How to Troubleshoot Kubernetes Basic and Advanced Logging Techniques Utilize container logs Accessing containers with Port-Forward Debugging in Kubernetes Hands on Labs: Define, build and modify container images Deploy Kubernetes using Ansible Isolating Resources with Kubernetes Namespaces Cluster Access with Kubernetes Context Listing Resources with kubectl get Examining Resources with kubectl describe Create and Configure Basic Pods Debugging via kubectl port-forward Imperative vs. Declarative Resource Creation Performing Commands inside a Pod Understanding Labels and Selectors Insert an Annotation Create and Configure a ReplicaSet Writing a Deployment Manifest Perform rolling updates and rollbacks with Deployments Horizontal Scaling with kubectl scale Implement probes and health checks Understanding and defining resource requirements, limits and quotas Understand Jobs and CronJobs Best Practices for Container Customization Persistent Configuration with ConfigMaps Create and Consume Secrets Understand the Init container multi-container Pod design pattern Using PersistentVolumeClaims for Storage Dynamically Provision PersistentVolumes with NFS Deploy a NetworkPolicy Provide and troubleshoot access to applications via services Use Ingress rules to expose applications Understand the Sidecar multi-container Pod design pattern Setting up a single tier service mesh Tainted Nodes and Tolerations Use the Helm package manager to deploy existing packages A Completed Project Install Jenkins Using Helm and Run a Demo Job Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs) Patching Understanding Security Contexts for Cluster Access Control Utilize container logs Advanced Logging Techniques Troubleshooting Calicoctl Deploy a Kubernetes Cluster using Kubeadm Monitoring Applications in Kubernetes Resource-Based Autoscaling Create ServiceAccounts for use with the Kubernetes Dashboard Saving Your Progress With GitHub CKAD Practice Drill Alta Kubernetes Course Specific Updates Sourcing Secrets from HashiCorp Vault Example CKAD Test Questions

6 Week Qi-Gong Course For Winter When: Tuesday Evenings 6pm and Thursday Mornings (via Zoom) All classes are recorded so you can catch up in your own time. Dates: Tuesdays 6-7pm: January 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th and February 4th and 11th Thursdays 9-9.30am: January 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th and February 6th and 13th Price: Concessions £60 – Standard £80 – Supporter £110 Suitable for everyone no matter your experience What if you could improve your health, strength and vitality, by simply slowing down? Slow your body Slow your breath Slow your mind When we slow down we give ourselves the opportunity to rejuvenate, to recharge and to harness our own life force energy or “Qi”. As we move towards winter we begin to turn inwards and connect to the power of Yin, the power of Water and the power of finding our own slow flow. In this 6 week course we will explore Qigong movements, meditations and breathwork practices to support this slowing down, giving us the space to connect to our Qi, to our subtle energy, giving us the tools to feel stronger, calmer and full of vitality. In Traditional Chinese Medicine we are entering the water phase of winter. The water element relates to the organs of the bladder and kidneys, our bones, our ears and our sense of hearing. The meridians of Kidney and Bladder run along our spine and the back of the body and when they are flowing well we feel supported by life, grounded and connected to the world around us. We can find our inner flow with ease, without effort or strain, enabling us to let go of our fears and move forward with courage. Qigong teaches us to come back to our bodies, to come back home, to a place of belonging that is inside all of us, a place of stillness in our the centre. Where we can better navigate life’s uncertainties with greater balance, ease, and steadiness. What is included: Six live 60min evening Qigong Classes on zoom Six live 30min morning Slow Flow classes on zoom Access to replays of all classes so you can catch up in your own time. Access to private Whats App group to share experiences and ask questions Weekly supporting material for home practice : – A Weekly video with a guided Qigong Practice or Meditation – PDF – explanations of each practice – Key acupuncture points for self massage Together we will: Learn a simple Slow Flow Qigong Movements to balance your nervous system and release stress. Explore the principal of Wu Wei – Release tension and move with effortless action Connect to your deep internal power – Learn to Standing in Emptiness (Wuchi) Strengthen Kidneys and support adrenal health Exercises to strengthen your spine and reduce back pain Clear the meridian pathways reducing stagnation and stiffness for increased flow and vitality. Learn self-massage techniques for key acupuncture points to release stress and calm our busy minds. Qigong means “To Nourish Life” and for me having a regular practice helps to bring me home to myself. What will i get out of this course? Deeper body awareness Increased strength and emotional stability Relax your mind and Improve mental clarity Enhanced breathing and improved circulation Strengthen your back and build a healthy spine Less physical tension and reduced pain More energy Less stress and anxiety Everyone is welcome to join the course no matter your experience. Please get in touch if you have any questions.

Overview This is a 2 day course to learn ALM tools to achieve strong and market-resilient, actuarially-resilient Solvency 2 (S2) ratios at Group consolidated level and at key cash-remitting entities to ensure dividend stability. For those not fully familiar with Solvency 2, this course is best taken in conjunction with “Solvency 2” Who the course is for Capital management / ALM / risk management staff within insurance company Investors in insurance company securities – equity, subordinated bonds, insurance-linked securities Salespeople covering insurance companies Course Content To learn more about the day by day course content please click here To learn more about schedule, pricing & delivery options, book a meeting with a course specialist now

Who is this course for? Sketchup Artificial Intelligence Training Course. Mastering SketchUp Artificial Intelligence (AI) is essential for designers, offering automation, efficiency, and innovative solutions. It saves time, enhances visualizations, fosters collaboration, and future-proofs skills, ensuring a competitive edge in the design industry. Click here for more info: Website How to Book? 1-on-1 training. Customize your schedule from Mon to Sat from 9 am to 7 pm Call to book  Duration: 16 hours. Method: In-person or Live Online Sketchup and (Artificial Intelligence) Stable Diffusion Rendering Course (16 hours) Module 1: Sketchup Fundamentals (2 hours) Sketchup software overview and interface navigation Introduction to basic drawing tools and fundamental geometry creation techniques Module 2: Texturing and Material Mastery (2 hours) Application of textures and customization of materials Exploration of texture mapping and comprehensive material libraries Module 3: Illumination and Shadows (2 hours) Comprehending lighting principles and strategic light placement Crafting realistic shadows and reflections Module 4: Advanced Modeling Techniques (3 hours) Creating intricate shapes and harnessing advanced modeling tools Efficiently managing groups, components, and modifiers Module 5: Stable Diffusion Rendering (2 hours) Initiating stable diffusion rendering Optimizing rendering settings for superior outcomes Module 6: Scene Composition and Camera Configuration (2 hours) Exploring composition principles and camera perspectives Scene management and creation of captivating walkthrough animations Module 7: Rendering Optimization Strategies (2 hours) Techniques for optimizing models to expedite rendering Application of render passes and post-processing methods Module 8: Real-World Projects and Portfolio Building (1 hour) Application of acquired skills in completing authentic projects Professional portfolio presentation techniques Optional: Stable Diffusion and Python Installation (Additional 10 hours) Module 1: Introduction to Stable Diffusion and Python Comprehensive understanding of Stable Diffusion and Python's significance Module 2: System Prerequisites Hardware and software requirements for successful installation Module 3: Python Installation Guide Step-by-step installation process for various operating systems Module 4: Configuring Python Environment Configuration of environment variables and package managers Module 5: Stable Diffusion Installation Downloading and installing the Stable Diffusion package Module 6: Setting Up the Development Environment Configuration of integrated development environments (IDEs) for Python and Stable Diffusion Module 7: Troubleshooting and Common Issues Identification and resolution of common installation errors Module 8: Best Practices and Recommendations Effective management of Python and Stable Diffusion installations Module 9: Practical Applications and Projects Hands-on exercises exemplifying the practical usage of Stable Diffusion and Python Module 10: Advanced Topics (Optional) Exploration of advanced features and techniques Stable Diffusion https://stablediffusionweb.com https://stable-diffusion-ui.github.io https://stability.ai/stable-diffusion Upon successful completion of the Sketchup and Stable Diffusion Rendering Course with a focus on AI image rendering, participants will achieve the following: 1. Mastery of AI Image Rendering: Attain expertise in employing AI-powered rendering techniques to produce realistic and top-quality visualizations. 2. Proficiency in Sketchup for 3D Modeling: Navigate the software adeptly, utilize drawing tools with proficiency, and craft intricate 3D models. 3. Enhanced Rendering Optimization: Implement AI-based rendering to enhance model visuals, resulting in faster rendering times and superior image quality. 4. Application of AI-driven Lighting and Shadows: Employ AI algorithms for precise lighting placement, shadows, and reflections, elevating the realism of renderings. 5. Development of a Professional Portfolio: Present AI-rendered projects within a polished professional portfolio, highlighting advanced image rendering capabilities. 1. Mastering Sketchup: Attain proficiency in Sketchup, a renowned and user-friendly 3D modeling software, equipping you with the skills needed to adeptly create and manipulate 3D models. 2. Advanced Rendering Expertise: Explore stable diffusion rendering, an avant-garde technique that simplifies the creation of realistic and high-quality renderings. Broaden your rendering capabilities, producing visually stunning representations of your designs. 3. Practical Industry Applications: Cultivate practical skills relevant to diverse industries, encompassing architecture, interior design, product development, and visualization. Elevate your professional portfolio with captivating renderings that showcase your design prowess. 4. Interactive Learning: Participate in hands-on exercises and projects that promote active learning and the practical application of concepts. Benefit from personalized feedback and expert guidance, ensuring your continuous progress throughout the course. 5. Career Advancement: Elevate your career prospects by adding valuable skills to your toolkit. Proficiency in crafting detailed 3D models and impressive renderings through stable diffusion techniques opens doors to diverse job opportunities within the design and visualization sector. 6. Flexibility and Convenience: Access course materials online and learn at your own pace. Enjoy the flexibility of tailoring the coursework to your schedule, allowing you to harmonize your learning journey with other commitments. Course Advantages: Tailored Learning: Enjoy personalized 1-on-1 sessions, accommodating your schedule from Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 7 pm. Mastery of Sketchup: Develop proficiency in the widely-used and user-friendly 3D modeling software, enabling efficient creation and manipulation of 3D models. Advanced Rendering Proficiency: Acquire expertise in stable diffusion rendering for producing realistic, high-quality renderings that enhance the visual appeal of your designs. Practical Applicability: Develop practical skills applicable across diverse domains, including architecture, interior design, product development, and visualization, enriching your professional portfolio. Interactive Practical Experience: Engage in hands-on exercises with personalized guidance from seasoned instructors, ensuring consistent progress in your skillset. Career Progression: Boost your career opportunities by gaining valuable skills in 3D modeling and generating impressive renderings through stable diffusion techniques. Comprehensive Support: Benefit from free portfolio reviews, mock interviews, and career advice, providing additional resources to enhance your professional journey.

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Security Professionals working with Kubernetes Clusters Container Orchestration Engineers DevOps Professionals Overview In this course, students will learn and practice essential Kubernetes concepts and tasks in the following sections: Cloud Security Fundamentals Cluster Hardening System Hardening Minimize Microservice Vulnerabilities Supply Chain Security Disaster Recovery Secure Back-up and Restore This class prepares students for the Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS) exam. Kubernetes is a Cloud Orchestration Platform providing reliability, replication, and stabilitywhile maximizing resource utilization for applications and services. By the conclusion of this hands-on, vendor agnostic training you will be equipped with a thorough understanding ofcloud security fundamentals, along with the knowledge, skills and abilities to secure a Kubernetes cluster, detect threats, and properly resolve a security catastrophe. This courseincludes hands-on instruction which develops skills and knowledge for securing container-based applications and Kubernetes platforms, during build, deployment, and runtime. We prioritizecovering all objectives and concepts necessary for passing the Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS) exam. You will be provided the components necessary to assemble your ownhigh availability Kubernetes environment and harden it for your security needs. Learning Your Environment Underlying Infrastructure Using Vim Tmux Cloud Security Primer Basic Principles Threat Analysis Approach CIS Benchmarks Securing your Kubernetes Cluster Kubernetes Architecture Pods and the Control Plane Kubernetes Security Concepts Install Kubernetes using kubeadm Configure Network Plugin Requirements Kubeadm Basic Cluster Installing Kubeadm Join Node to Cluster Kubeadm Token Manage Kubeadm Tokens Kubeadm Cluster Upgrade Securing the kube-apiserver Configuring the kube-apiserver Enable Audit Logging Falco Deploy Falco to Monitor System Calls Enable Pod Security Policies Encrypt Data at Rest Encryption Configuration Benchmark Cluster with Kube-Bench Kube-Bench Securing ETCD ETCD Isolation ETCD Disaster Recovery ETCD Snapshot and Restore Purge Kubernetes Purge Kubeadm 3Purge Kubeadm Image Scanning Container Essentials Secure Containers Creating a Docker Image Scanning with Trivy Trivy Snyk Security Manually Installing Kubernetes Kubernetes the Alta3 Way Deploy Kubernetes the Alta3 Way Validate your Kubernetes Installation Sonobuoy K8s Validation Test Kubectl (Optional) Kubectl get and sorting kubectl get kubectl describe Labels (Optional) Labels Labels and Selectors Annotations Insert an Annotation Securing your Application Scan a Running Container Tracee Security Contexts for Pods Understanding Security Contexts AppArmor Profiles AppArmor Isolate Container Kernels gVisor Pod Security Pod Security Policies Deploy a PSP Pod Security Standards Enable PSS Open Policy Agent (OPA) Admission Controller Create a LimitRange Open Policy Agent Policy as Code Deploy Gatekeeper User Administration Contexts Contexts Authentication and Authorization Role Based Access Control Role Based Access Control RBAC Distributing Access Service Accounts Limit Pod Service Accounts Securing Secrets Secrets Create and Consume Secrets Hashicorp Vault Deploy Vault Securing the Network Networking Plugins NetworkPolicy Deploy a NetworkPolicy mTLS Linkerd mTLS with istio istio Threat Detection Active Threat Analysis Host Intrusion Detection Deploy OSSEC Network Intrusion Detection Deploy Suricata Physical Intrusion Detection Disaster Recovery Harsh Reality of Security Deploy a Response Plan Kasten K10 Backups Deploy K10