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Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for The ideal audience for this course includes database enthusiasts, IT professionals, and developers who are eager to expand their knowledge and skill set in database management and optimization. Roles that would greatly benefit from attending this course include: Database Developers: Those who design, implement, and maintain databases as part of their primary responsibilities and want to improve their expertise in schema design, query optimization, and advanced database features. Backend Developers: Professionals who work on server-side application logic and require a strong understanding of database management to integrate data storage and retrieval processes into their applications. Overview Upon completing this course, database developers will be able to: Design and implement efficient database schemas by employing normalization techniques, appropriate indexing strategies, and partitioning methods to optimize data storage and retrieval processes. Develop advanced SQL queries, including joining multiple tables, utilizing subqueries, and aggregating data, to extract valuable insights and facilitate decision-making processes. Implement stored procedures, functions, and triggers to automate common database tasks, enforce data integrity, and improve overall application performance. Apply database performance tuning techniques, such as query optimization, index management, and transaction control, to ensure optimal resource usage and enhanced system responsiveness. Integrate databases with various programming languages and platforms, enabling seamless data access and manipulation for web, mobile, and desktop applications. PostgreSQL is a powerful, open-source object-relational database management system that emphasizes extensibility, data integrity, and high performance. Its versatility and robust feature set make it an ideal choice for developers working on projects of all sizes, from small-scale applications to enterprise-level systems. By learning PostgreSQL, developers can tap into its advanced capabilities, such as full-text search, spatial data support, and customizable data types, allowing them to create efficient and scalable solutions tailored to their unique needs. PostgreSQL for Database Developers is a three-day hands-on course that explores the fundamentals of database management, covering everything from installation and management to advanced SQL functions. Designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills required to effectively harness the power of PostgreSQL in today's data-driven landscape. Throughout the course you?ll be immersed in a variety of essential topics, such as understanding data types, creating and managing indexes, working with array values, and optimizing queries for improved performance. You?ll gain valuable hands-on experience with real-world exercises, including the use of the psql client, writing triggers and stored procedures with PL/pgSQL, and exploring advanced SQL functions like Common Table Expressions (CTE), Window Functions, and Recursive Queries. You?ll exit this course with a solid foundation in PostgreSQL, enabling you to confidently navigate and manage your databases with ease and efficiency. Installing & Managing PostgreSQL PostgreSQL installation process Optimal configuration settings User and role management Database backup and restoration Overview of PostgreSQL Database PostgreSQL architecture overview Understanding database objects Efficient data storage Transaction management basics Using the psql client Introduction to psql Essential psql commands Executing queries effectively Managing databases with psql Understanding PostgreSQL data types Numeric data types explored Character and binary types Date, time, and boolean values Array and other types Understanding sequences Sequence creation and usage Customizing sequence behavior Implementing auto-increment columns Sequence manipulation and control Creating & managing indexes PostgreSQL index fundamentals Designing partial indexes Utilizing expression-based indexes Index management techniques Using COPY to load data COPY command overview Importing and exporting data Handling CSV and binary formats Performance considerations Working with Array Values Array value basics Array manipulation functions Querying arrays efficiently Multidimensional array handling Advanced SQL Functions Mastering Common Table Expressions Utilizing Window Functions Regular Expressions in SQL Crafting Recursive Queries Writing triggers & stored procedures with PL/pgSQL PL/pgSQL variables usage Implementing loop operations PERFORM and EXECUTE statements Developing PostgreSQL triggers Using the PostgreSQL query optimizer Query analysis and optimization EXPLAIN command insights PostgreSQL query operators Identifying performance bottlenecks Improving query performance Query performance tuning Index optimization strategies Efficient database partitioning Connection and resource management Wrap Up & Additional Resources Further learning opportunities Staying up-to-date with PostgreSQL Community engagement and support Additional course details: Nexus Humans PostgreSQL for Database Developers (TTDB7024) 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 PostgreSQL for Database Developers (TTDB7024) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for system and network administrators responsible for installation, setup, configuration, and administration of the BIG-IP LTM system. This course gives network professionals a functional understanding of BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager, introducing students to both commonly used and advanced BIG-IP LTM features and functionality. Incorporating lecture, extensive hands-on labs, and classroom discussion, the course helps students build the well-rounded skill set needed to manage BIG-IP LTM systems as part of a flexible and high performance application delivery network. Module 1: Setting Up the BIG-IP System Introducing the BIG-IP System Initially Setting Up the BIG-IP System Archiving the BIG-IP Configuration Leveraging F5 Support Resources and Tools Module 2: Reviewing Local Traffic Configuration Reviewing Nodes, Pools, and Virtual Servers Reviewing Address Translation Reviewing Routing Assumptions Reviewing Application Health Monitoring Reviewing Traffic Behavior Modification with Profiles Reviewing the TMOS Shell (TMSH) Reviewing Managing BIG-IP Configuration Data Module 3: Load Balancing Traffic with LTM Exploring Load Balancing Options Using Priority Group Activation and Fallback Host Comparing Member and Node Load Balancing Module 4: Modifying Traffic Behavior with Persistence Reviewing Persistence Introducing SSL Persistence Introducing SIP Persistence Introducing Universal Persistence Introducing Destination Address Affinity Persistence Using Match Across Options for Persistence Module 5: Monitoring Application Health Differentiating Monitor Types Customizing the HTTP Monitor Monitoring an Alias Address and Port Monitoring a Path vs. Monitoring a Device Managing Multiple Monitors Using Application Check Monitors Using Manual Resume and Advanced Monitor Timer Settings Module 6: Processing Traffic with Virtual Servers Understanding the Need for Other Virtual Server Types Forwarding Traffic with a Virtual Server Understanding Virtual Server Order of Precedence Path Load Balancing Module 7: Processing Traffic with SNATs Overview of SNATs Using SNAT Pools SNATs as Listeners SNAT Specificity VIP Bounceback Additional SNAT Options Network Packet Processing Module 8: Modifying Traffic Behavior with Profiles Profiles Overview TCP Express Optimization TCP Profiles Overview HTTP Profile Options OneConnect Offloading HTTP Compression to BIG-IP HTTP Caching Stream Profiles F5 Acceleration Technologies Module 9: Selected Topics VLAN, VLAN Tagging, and Trunking Restricting Network Access SNMP Features Segmenting Network Traffic with Route Domains Module 10: Deploying Application Services with iApps Simplifying Application Deployment with iApps Using iApps Templates Deploying an Application Service Leveraging the iApps Ecosystem on DevCentral Module 11: Customizing Application Delivery with iRules and Local Traffic Policies Getting Started with iRules Configuring and Managing Policy Rules Module 12: Securing Application Delivery with LTM Understanding Today?s Threat Landscape Integrating LTM Into Your Security Strategy Defending Your Environment Against SYN Flood Attacks Defending Your Environment Against Other Volumetric Attacks Addressing Application Vulnerabilities with iRules and Local Traffic Policies Detecting and Mitigating Other Common HTTP Threats Module 13: Final Lab Project About the Final Lab Project

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for: Database architects Database administrators Database developers Data analysts and scientists Overview This course is designed to teach you how to: Discuss the core concepts of data warehousing, and the intersection between data warehousing and big data solutions Launch an Amazon Redshift cluster and use the components, features, and functionality to implement a data warehouse in the cloud Use other AWS data and analytic services, such as Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon EMR, Amazon Kinesis, and Amazon S3, to contribute to the data warehousing solution Architect the data warehouse Identify performance issues, optimize queries, and tune the database for better performance Use Amazon Redshift Spectrum to analyze data directly from an Amazon S3 bucket Use Amazon QuickSight to perform data analysis and visualization tasks against the data warehouse Data Warehousing on AWS introduces you to concepts, strategies, and best practices for designing a cloud-based data warehousing solution using Amazon Redshift, the petabyte-scale data warehouse in AWS. This course demonstrates how to collect, store, and prepare data for the data warehouse by using other AWS services such as Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon EMR, Amazon Kinesis, and Amazon S3. Additionally, this course demonstrates how to use Amazon QuickSight to perform analysis on your data Module 1: Introduction to Data Warehousing Relational databases Data warehousing concepts The intersection of data warehousing and big data Overview of data management in AWS Hands-on lab 1: Introduction to Amazon Redshift Module 2: Introduction to Amazon Redshift Conceptual overview Real-world use cases Hands-on lab 2: Launching an Amazon Redshift cluster Module 3: Launching clusters Building the cluster Connecting to the cluster Controlling access Database security Load data Hands-on lab 3: Optimizing database schemas Module 4: Designing the database schema Schemas and data types Columnar compression Data distribution styles Data sorting methods Module 5: Identifying data sources Data sources overview Amazon S3 Amazon DynamoDB Amazon EMR Amazon Kinesis Data Firehose AWS Lambda Database Loader for Amazon Redshift Hands-on lab 4: Loading real-time data into an Amazon Redshift database Module 6: Loading data Preparing Data Loading data using COPY Data Warehousing on AWS AWS Classroom Training Concurrent write operations Troubleshooting load issues Hands-on lab 5: Loading data with the COPY command Module 7: Writing queries and tuning for performance Amazon Redshift SQL User-Defined Functions (UDFs) Factors that affect query performance The EXPLAIN command and query plans Workload Management (WLM) Hands-on lab 6: Configuring workload management Module 8: Amazon Redshift Spectrum Amazon Redshift Spectrum Configuring data for Amazon Redshift Spectrum Amazon Redshift Spectrum Queries Hands-on lab 7: Using Amazon Redshift Spectrum Module 9: Maintaining clusters Audit logging Performance monitoring Events and notifications Lab 8: Auditing and monitoring clusters Resizing clusters Backing up and restoring clusters Resource tagging and limits and constraints Hands-on lab 9: Backing up, restoring and resizing clusters Module 10: Analyzing and visualizing data Power of visualizations Building dashboards Amazon QuickSight editions and feature

Duration 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is for network and system administrators, IT managers, IT support personnel, and other network operations staff who are responsible for deploying new computers across their organizations, managing ongoing software and hardware configuration tasks for computers, and retiring outdated computers. Overview By the completion of this course, you will be able to: Install and configure Ghost Solution Suite 3.0. Use the Ghost Console to create and use jobs and tasks to manage computes. Configure image deployments. Manage ?unknown? and predefined computers. Perform disk wipes and create disk partitions. Create Windows scripted OS installations. Create PC transplant templates. Capture a computer personality, and deploy personality packages. Perform a computer migration from Win 7 to Win 8.1. This course is designed for the professional tasked with installing, configuring, and managing a Deployment Solution system. Overview of Endpoint Lifecycle Management Introduction to Endpoint Lifecycle Management Phases of Endpoint Lifecycle Management ELM Business Objectives and Goals ELM Solution Mapping to Business Objectives Ghost Solution Suite 3.0 Product Overview Implementation Assessment ELM Requirements Gathering Solution Analysis of ELM Requirements Implementation Design GSS 3.0 Technical Overview Installation Options and Prerequisites Defining the Solution Infrastructure Defining the ELM Solution Configuration Installation and Configuration of the ELM Solution Base Software Installation Navigating the Console Core & Solution Configuration Driver Management Pre-boot Environment Endpoint Identification & Gathering IT Requirements Overview Analyzing and Defining IT Requirements Using ELM to Forecast IT Requirements Endpoint Configuration Standards Endpoint Standards Overview Defining Endpoint Standards Implementation of Endpoint Standards Endpoint Provisioning Endpoint Provisioning Overview Standard Build and Image Methodology Software Compatibility Analysis Software Packaging requirements for use in the ELM Solution Software Quality Assurance Methodology Endpoint Deployment & Staging Endpoint Lifecycle Automation Endpoint Lifecycle Automation Scenario Exercise Backup and restore Automating the backup of a computer image Scripted OS Installation Capturing an image for deployment Automating the creation of a master image Automating the deployment of computer images Software Distribution Software Delivery Methods Software Installation Methods Understanding Software Delivery Reporting and Analysis of Software Distribution Tasks Image and Build Maintenance Image maintenance overview Restoring a computer image Capturing the updated image Updating Jobs Managing Software Upgrades Software Upgrade Process Overview Distribution of Software Updates Supporting the Business Ensuring Business Continuity in an ELM System Endpoint Restoration/Recovery Managing Service Support Activities Endpoint Monitoring & Alerting Endpoint Configuration & Maintenance Automating Problem Resolution Application Self-Healing Desired State Management Hardware Refresh & Migration Hardware Refresh & Migration Process Overview Personality Capture and Restore Gathering Current State Inventory for Requirements and Planning Activities Performing Data capture and storage activities Gathering User state or PC personality information Automating the Migration Process Endpoint Retirement/Disposal Ensuring Compliant Disposal Methods and Procedures End to End Endpoint Lifecycle Use Case Endpoint Management Lifecycle Use Case for GSS Additional course details: Nexus Humans Symantec Ghost Solution Suite 3.0 - 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 Symantec Ghost Solution Suite 3.0 - 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 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Developers Administrators Overview Understand why Blockchain is needed and where Explore the major components of Blockchain Learn about Hyperledger Fabric v1.1 and the structure of the Hyperledger Architecture Lean the features of the Fabric model including chaincode, SDKs, Ledger, Security and Membership Services Perform comprehensive labs on writing chaincode Explore the architecture of Hyperledger Fabric v1.1 Understand and perform in depth labs on Bootstrapping the Network Gain a detailed understanding of the benefits, components and architecture of Hyperledger Composer Learn Hyperledger Explorer and Hyperledger Composer Playground Perform comprehensive labs to integrate/develop an application with Hyperledger Fabric running a smart contract Build applications on Hyperledger Fabric v1.1 This instructor-led Hyperledger training course is designed for developers and administrators who want to take a comprehensive deep dive on Hyperledger Fabric and Hyperledger Composer. This Hyperledger training course has several comprehensive labs, giving you real world experience.In 3 days, you will learn the need for blockchain applications, where blockchain is used, and about Hyperledger Fabric, the open source framework for developing blockchain applications and solutions with a modular architecture. Introduction to Blockchain Introduction to Blockchain What is Blockchain Types of network Public network Permissioned network Private network Need for Blockchain Components of Blockchain Consensus Provenance Immutability Finality Where can Blockchain be used Example on Blockchain How Blockchain Works How Blockchain Works Structure of Blockchain Block Hash Blockchain Distributed Lifecycle of Blockchain Smart Contract Consensus Algorithm Proof of Work Proof of Stake Practical Byzantine Fault Tolerance Actors of Blockchain Blockchain developer Blockchain operator Blockchain regulator Blockchain user Membership service provider Building A Small Blockchain Application Introduction to Hyperledger Fabric v1.1 Introduction to Hyperledger What is Hyperledger Why Hyperledger Where can Hyperledger be used Hyperledger Architecture Membership Blockchain Transaction Chaincode Hyperledger Fabric Features of Hyperledger Fabric Installation of prerequisite Getting Started With Fabric Model The Fabric Model Features of Fabric Model Chaincode SDKs Ledger Privacy through channels Security and Membership services Assets Consensus Components of Fabric Model Peer Orderer Certificate Authority Building your network Chaincode Chaincode Chaincode API How to write a Chaincode Lab Work Architecture of Hyperledger Fabric v1.1 Architecture of Hyperledger Fabric Transaction Ledger Nodes Peer Endorser Ordering Nodes Channels Certificate Authority Transaction Flow Lab Work Bootstrapping Bootstrapping the Network Introduction Lab Work Task 1 - Generate the crypto material for the various participants. Task 2 - Generate the genesis block for the Orderer node and start ordering service (solo node). Task 3 - Generated the configuration transaction block to create a new channel. Task 4 - Sign the configuration block and create the new channel. Task 5 - Make peers of all the organizations join the channel that we created in Task 4 Introdcution to Hyperledger Explorer Introduction To Hyperledger Explorer Block Details Peer List Chaincode List Transaction Details Installation of Hyperledger Explorer Starting the Explorer App Introduction to Hyperledger Composer Introduction Components of Hyperledger Composer Benefits of Hyperledger Composer Key Concepts Hyperledger Composer Solution Installation Hyperledger Composer Playground Hyperledger Composer Playground Introduction Playground Overview Lab Work Additional course details: Nexus Humans Hyperledger Training - Developing on Hyperledger Fabric 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 Hyperledger Training - Developing on Hyperledger Fabric 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 recommended for IT Professionals and Consultants. Overview Identify risks and areas for improvement in a Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops environment by assessing relevant information in an existing deployment. Determine core Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops design decisions and align them to business requirements to achieve a practical solution. Design a Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops disaster recovery plan and understand different disaster recovery considerations. This advanced 5-day training course teaches the design principles for creating a Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops virtualization solution. In this training, you will also learn how to assess existing environments, explore different scenarios, and make design decisions based on business requirements. This course covers the Citrix Consulting approach to design and covers the key design decisions through lectures, lab exercises, and interactive discussions. You will also learn about additional considerations and advanced configurations for multi-location solutions and disaster recovery planning. This training will help you prepare for the Citrix Certified Expert in Virtualization (CCE-V) exam. Module 1: Methodology & Assessment The Citrix Consulting Methodology Citrix Consulting Methodology Use Business Drivers Prioritize Business Drivers User Segmentation User Segmentation Process App Assessment Introduction App Assessment Analysis Why Perform a Capabilities Assessment? Common Capabilities Assessment Risks Module 2: User Layer Endpoint Considerations Peripherals Considerations Citrix Workspace App Version Considerations Citrix Workspace App Multiple Version Considerations Network Connectivity and the User Experience Bandwidth and Latency Considerations Graphics Mode Design Considerations HDX Transport Protocols Considerations Media Content Redirection Considerations Session Interruption Management Session Reliability Feature Considerations Session Interruption Management Auto-Client Reconnect Feature Considerations Session Interruption Management ICA Keep-Alive Feature Considerations Module 3: Access Layer Access Matrix Access Layer Access Layer Communications Double-Hop Access Layer Considerations Citrix Cloud Access Layer Considerations Use Cases for Multiple Stores Define Access Paths per User Group Define Number of URLs Configuration and Prerequisites for Access Paths Citrix Gateway Scalability Citrix Gateway High Availability StoreFront Server Scalability StoreFront Server High Availability Module 4: Resource Layer - Images Flexcast Models VDA Machine Scalability VDA Machine Sizing with NUMA VDA Machine Sizing VDA Machine Scalability Cloud Considerations Scalability Testing and Monitoring Secure VDA Machines Network Traffic Secure VDA Machines Prevent Breakouts Secure VDA Machines Implement Hardening Secure VDA Machines Anti-Virus Review of Image Methods Citrix Provisioning Overall Benefits and Considerations Citrix Provisioning Target Device Boot Methods Citrix Provisioning Read Cache and Sizing Citrix Provisioning Write Cache Type Citrix Provisioning vDisk Store Location Citrix Provisioning Network Design Citrix Provisioning Scalability Considerations Citrix Machine Creation Services Overall Benefits and Considerations Citrix Machine Creation Services Cloning Types Citrix Machine Creation Services Storage Locations & Sizing Citrix Machine Services Read and Write Cache App Layering Considerations Image Management Methods Module 5: Resource Layer - Applications and Personalization Application Delivery Option Determine the Optimal Deployment Method for an App General Application Concerns Profile Strategy Profile Types Review Citrix Profile Management Design Considerations Citrix Profile Management Scaling Citrix Profile Management Permissions Policies Review Optimize Logon Performance with Policies Printing Considerations Module 6: Control Layer Pod Architecture Introduction Pod Architecture Considerations Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service Design Considerations Implement User Acceptance Testing Load Balancing the Machine Running the VDA Citrix Director Design Considerations Management Console Considerations Change Control Delivery Controller Scalability and High Availability Control Layer Security Configuration Logging Considerations Session Recording Module 7: Hardware/Compute Layer Hypervisor Host Hardware Considerations Separating Workloads Considerations Workload Considerations VMs Per Host and Hosts Per Pool Citrix Hypervisor Scalability VM Considerations in Azure and Amazon Web Services Storage Tier Considerations Storage I/O Considerations Storage Architecture Storage RAID & Disk Type Storage Sizing LUNs Storage Bandwidth Storage in Public Cloud Datacenter Networking Considerations Securing Hypervisor Administrative Access Secure the Physical Datacenter Secure the Virtual Datacenter Module 8: Module 8: High Availability and Multiple Location Environments Redundancy vs. Fault Tolerance vs. High Availability Multi-Location Architecture Considerations Multi-Site Architecture Considerations Global Server Load Balancing Optimal Gateway Routing Zone Preference and Failover StoreFront Resource Aggregation StoreFront Subscription Sync Hybrid Environment Options Citrix Provisioning Across Site Site Database Scalability and High Availability Citrix Provisioning Across Sites Considerations Citrix Machine Creation Across Sites App Layering Across Sites Managing Roaming Profiles and Citrix Workspace App Configurations Across Devices Profile Management Multi-Site Replication Considerations Folder Redirections and Other User Data in a Multi-Location Environment Application Data Considerations Cloud-Based Storage Replication Options Multi-Location Printing Considerations Zone Considerations Active Directory Considerations Module 9: Disaster Recovery Tiers of Disaster Recovery Disaster Recovery Considerations Business Continuity Planning and Testing Citrix Standard of Business Continuity

Duration 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for Technical professionals with basic system administration skills and operators responsible for managing virtual machines using VMware ESXi™ and VMware vCenter Server Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Describe virtualization and virtual machines Describe vSphere components and the software-defined data center (SDDC) Explain the concepts of server, network, and storage virtualization Monitor network and datastore configurations in VMware vSphere Client™ Deploy, configure, and clone virtual machines Migrate, monitor, and manage virtual machines Monitor tasks and events in VMware vSphere Client™ Recognize how vSphere DRS and VMware vSphere High Availability improve performance and availability of a vSphere cluster This three-day, hands-on training course is an introduction to VMware vSphere©. In this course, you acquire the skills needed to perform Day 2 operational tasks that are typically assigned to the roles of operator or junior administrator in a vSphere environment. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives Virtualization and vSphere Concepts Describe how virtual machines (VMs) work Recognize the purpose of a hypervisor Describe how VMs share resources in a virtualized environment Recognize the components of an SDDC Describe the relationship between vSphere, the SDDC, and cloud computing Recognize the functions of the components in a vSphere environment Access and view vSphere graphical user interfaces Identify VMware solutions that integrate with vSphere in the SDDC Navigating the vSphere Client View and organize the inventory objects managed by vCenter Server Add and assign vSphere licenses Change the log level of vCenter Server Edit the startup policy of ESXi services Describe how vCenter Server roles and permissions work Add permissions to virtual machines Lifecycle of Virtual Machines Add and remove VM virtual hardware components Identify the purpose of different VM files Configure VM settings Create and delete virtual machines Recognize the benefits of installing VMware Tools? Install VMware Tools into a guest operating system Upgrade VMware Tools and VM hardware compatibility vSphere Networking Describe virtual networking Recognize ways that virtual switches connect VMs and ESXi hosts to the network View components and properties of a vSphere standard switch configuration View a vSphere distributed switch configuration in vSphere Client Recognize when and how to use the settings for the security networking policy Recognize when and how to use the settings for the traffic shaping networking policy Describe how the NIC teaming and failover policy helps maintain network connectivity Perform basic checks to diagnose VM connectivity issues vSphere Storage Describe the function of a datastore Recognize types of vSphere datastores View datastore information in vSphere Client Monitor datastore usage in vSphere Client Virtual Machine Management Recognize the benefits of using VM templates Create and update a VM template Deploy a VM from an existing template Clone a virtual machine Recognize how to use guest OS customization specifications Deploy VMs from a content library Deploy a virtual appliance from an OVF template Perform a hot and cold migrations of VMs Identify requirements for using VMware vSphere© Storage vMotion© Perform a vSphere Storage vMotion migration Identify use cases for VM snapshots Create and manage snapshots of a virtual machine Resource Monitoring Recognize the purpose of each type of VM resource control Configure the resource allocation settings of a VM Observe the behavior of virtual machines with different share values Manage and acknowledge vSphere alarms Use performance charts to monitor VM CPU and memory usage Monitor tasks and events in vSphere Client vSphere Clusters View information about the services that a vSphere cluster offers Recognize how vSphere HA responds to different types of failures Monitor vSphere HA during a host failure Describe how vSphere DRS works Interpret DRS scores given to VMs Recognize how to apply the appropriate vSphere DRS automation and migration threshold levels Describe how vSphere Fault Tolerance works Recognize how Enhanced vMotion Compatibility works Additional course details:Notes Delivery by TDSynex, Exit Certified and New Horizons an VMware Authorised Training Centre (VATC) Nexus Humans VMware Data Center Virtualization: Core Technical Skills 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 VMware Data Center Virtualization: Core Technical Skills 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 hands-on course is geared for experienced DBAs new to Oracle 19c, who can work in Linux and have basic experience with SQL scripting. Overview This course combines expert lecture, real-world demonstrations and group discussions with machine-based practical labs and exercises. Working in a hands-on learning environment led by our Oracle Certified expert facilitator, students will learn how to: How to use tools to access an Oracle Database Generate database creation scripts by using DBCA How to create a container database (CDB) by using the CREATE DATABASE command Learn about Startup and shut down Oracle databases Initialization parameter files and initialization parameters Tools that are used to administer Oracle Net Services How to use the Oracle Connection Manager Control utility to administer Oracle Connection Manager How to create a new PDB from the PDB seed. Logical and physical storage structures in an Oracle database Usage of Oracle Database features that save space Explanation of DML and undo data generation Learn about general architecture of Oracle Data Pump and SQL*Loader How to use SQL*Loader to load data from a non-Oracle database (or user files) Bonus Content / Time Permitting: Explanation of maintenance windows Bonus Content / Time Permitting: Employ basic monitoring procedures and manage performance Oracle 19C Database Administration I (Oracle DBA I) is a comprehensive, hands-on course provides concrete information on the design of an Oracle Database instance and database, allowing you to manage your database investment. In this class, you will learn how to create database storage structures that align with your requirements and business models. You will also learn how to create users and administer databases as well as harden the databases to meet your business requirements. This is the foundational course for learning about Oracle Database and it does not assume prior knowledge or Oracle technologies, however you should have incoming experience working with SQL, and be comfortable with Linux and working from the command line. This training is NOT Official Oracle University training. This is independent, adjustable content that aligns with current topics, skills and tools that participants need to excel in these areas. Introduction to Oracle Database Oracle Multitenant Container Database Oracle Database Instance Configurations Database Sharding Oracle Database Server Accessing an Oracle Database Oracle Database Tools Database Tool Choices SQL Developer Enterprise Manager Database Express Creating an Oracle Database by Using DBCA Planning the Database Choosing a Database Template Configuration Assistant Creating an Oracle Database by Using a SQL Command Creating a Container Database Enable Pluggable Database Starting Up and Shutting Down a Database Instance Starting the Oracle Database Instance Shutting Down an Oracle Database Instance Opening and Closing PDBs Managing Database Instances Investigating Initialization Parameter Files Viewing Initialization Parameters by Using SQL*Plus Modifying Initialization Parameters by Using SQL*Plus Viewing Diagnostic Information Oracle Net Services Overview Oracle Net Services Components Oracle Net Listener Configuring Naming Methods Configuring the Oracle Network to Access a Database Creating a Net Service Name for a PDB Configuring and Administering the Listener Exploring the Default Listener Creating a Second Listener Connecting to a Database Service Using the New Listener Configuring a Shared Server Architecture Configuring Shared Server Mode Configuring Clients to Use a Shared Server Configuring Oracle Connection Manager for Multiplexing and Access Control Oracle Connection Manager Processes Filtering Rules Session Multiplexing Creating PDBs Creating a New PDB from the PDB Seed Cloning Remote PDBs in Hot Mode Relocating PDBs Managing PDBs Renaming a PDB Setting Parameter Values for PDBs Database Storage Overview Logical and Physical Database Structures Tablespaces and Data Files Types of Segments Monitoring Tablespace Space Usage Creating and Managing Tablespaces Viewing Tablespace Information Creating a Tablespace Managing Temporary and Permanent Tablespaces Improving Space Usage Managing Space in Tablespaces Using Compression Enabling the Resumable Space Allocation Feature Creating and Managing User Accounts Creating Common and Local Users Creating a Local User for an Application Exploring OS and Password File Authentication Configuring Privilege and Role Authorization Granting a Local Role (DBA) to PDBADMIN Using SQL*Developer to Create Local Roles Configuring User Resource Limits Using SQL*Developer to Create a Local Profile & Users Configuring a Default Role for a User Implementing Oracle Database Auditing Enabling Unified Auditing Creating Audit Users Creating an Audit Policy Introduction to Loading and Transporting Data General Architecture Oracle Data Pump SQL Loader Loading Data into a PDB from an External File Moving Data from One PDB to Another PDB Transporting a Tablespace Using External Tables to Load and Transport Data Querying External Tables Unloading External Tables Automated Maintenance Tasks Overview Automated Maintenance Tasks Maintenance Windows Predefined Maintenance Windows Bonus: Managing Tasks and Windows Enabling and Disabling Automated Maintenance Tasks Modifying the Duration of a Maintenance Window Bonus: Database Monitoring and Performance Tuning Overview Performance Planning Considerations Automatic Workload Repository (AWR) Advisory Framework Bonus: Monitoring Database Performance & Processes Server-Generated Alerts Setting Metric Thresholds Performance Monitoring Examining the Database Background Processes Bonus: Tuning Database Memory Viewing Memory Configurations Bonus: Analyzing SQL and Optimizing Access Paths Using the Optimizer Statistics Advisor

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Application developers who want to build cloud-native applications or redesign existing applications that will run on Google Cloud Platform Overview This course teaches participants the following skills: Use best practices for application development. Choose the appropriate data storage option for application data. Implement federated identity management. Develop loosely coupled application components or microservices. Integrate application components and data sources. Debug, trace, and monitor applications. Perform repeatable deployments with containers and deployment services. Choose the appropriate application runtime environment; use Google Container Engine as a runtime environment and later switch to a no-ops solution with Google App Engine flexible environment. Learn how to design, develop, and deploy applications that seamlessly integrate components from the Google Cloud ecosystem. This course uses lectures, demos, and hands-on labs to show you how to use Google Cloud services and pre-trained machine learning APIs to build secure, scalable, and intelligent cloud-native applications. Best Practices for Application Development Code and environment management. Design and development of secure, scalable, reliable, loosely coupled application components and microservices. Continuous integration and delivery. Re-architecting applications for the cloud. Google Cloud Client Libraries, Google Cloud SDK, and Google Firebase SDK How to set up and use Google Cloud Client Libraries, Google Cloud SDK, and Google Firebase SDK. Lab: Set up Google Client Libraries, Cloud SDK, and Firebase SDK on a Linux instance and set up application credentials. Overview of Data Storage Options Overview of options to store application data. Use cases for Google Cloud Storage, Cloud Firestore, Cloud Bigtable, Google Cloud SQL, and Cloud Spanner. Best Practices for Using Cloud Firestore Best practices related to using Cloud Firestore in Datastore mode for:Queries, Built-in and composite indexes, Inserting and deleting data (batch operations),Transactions,Error handling. Bulk-loading data into Cloud Firestore by using Google Cloud Dataflow. Lab: Store application data in Cloud Datastore. Performing Operations on Cloud Storage Operations that can be performed on buckets and objects. Consistency model. Error handling. Best Practices for Using Cloud Storage Naming buckets for static websites and other uses. Naming objects (from an access distribution perspective). Performance considerations. Setting up and debugging a CORS configuration on a bucket. Lab: Store files in Cloud Storage. Handling Authentication and Authorization Cloud Identity and Access Management (IAM) roles and service accounts. User authentication by using Firebase Authentication. User authentication and authorization by using Cloud Identity-Aware Proxy. Lab: Authenticate users by using Firebase Authentication. Using Pub/Sub to Integrate Components of Your Application Topics, publishers, and subscribers. Pull and push subscriptions. Use cases for Cloud Pub/Sub. Lab: Develop a backend service to process messages in a message queue. Adding Intelligence to Your Application Overview of pre-trained machine learning APIs such as Cloud Vision API and Cloud Natural Language Processing API. Using Cloud Functions for Event-Driven Processing Key concepts such as triggers, background functions, HTTP functions. Use cases. Developing and deploying functions. Logging, error reporting, and monitoring. Managing APIs with Cloud Endpoints Open API deployment configuration. Lab: Deploy an API for your application. Deploying Applications Creating and storing container images. Repeatable deployments with deployment configuration and templates. Lab: Use Deployment Manager to deploy a web application into Google App Engine flexible environment test and production environments. Execution Environments for Your Application Considerations for choosing an execution environment for your application or service:Google Compute Engine (GCE),Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), App Engine flexible environment, Cloud Functions, Cloud Dataflow, Cloud Run. Lab: Deploying your application on App Engine flexible environment. Debugging, Monitoring, and Tuning Performance Application Performance Management Tools. Stackdriver Debugger. Stackdriver Error Reporting. Lab: Debugging an application error by using Stackdriver Debugger and Error Reporting. Stackdriver Logging. Key concepts related to Stackdriver Trace and Stackdriver Monitoring. Lab: Use Stackdriver Monitoring and Stackdriver Trace to trace a request across services, observe, and optimize performance.

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for System architects and system administrators Overview By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Plan a deployment for VMware Cloud Foundation Understand VMware Cloud Foundation and supporting architecture Configure VMware Cloud Foundation for VMware Cloud Connectivity Understand the VMware Cloud Foundation subscription licensing model Perform Day-Zero tasks Perform VMware Cloud Foundation platform onboarding Manage user credentials in VMware Cloud Foundation Configure NSX networking in VMware Cloud Foundation Deploy and manage Workload Domains Deploy vSphere with Tanzu on VMware Cloud Foundation Understand and implement storage solutions and related policies Perform maintenance tasks for the VMware Cloud Foundation platform Manage certificates for VMware Cloud Foundation and connected technologies Manage the lifecycle for VMware Cloud Foundation Engage with VMware Cloud Foundation Technical Support This five-day training course provides you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to achieve competence with VMware Cloud Foundation 5.0. This course teaches you how deploy VMware Cloud Foundation, and perform the tasks required for the initial configuration and ongoing operation after deployment. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives VMware cloud foundation overview Describe the VMware Cloud Foundation solution Describe VMware Cloud Foundation architecture Identify VMware Cloud Foundation components Describe the VMware Cloud Foundation topology VMware Cloud Foundation+ and VMware Cloud Connectivity Describe the VMware Cloud Foundation+ architecture Identify the pre-requisites for VMware Cloud Foundation+ Describe VMware Cloud Foundation+ value added features Configure subscription-based licensing parameters Describe the vCenter Cloud Gateway functionality Identify the vCenter Cloud Gateway components Describe the vCenter Cloud Gateway architecture Connect the vCenter Cloud Gateway to VMware Cloud Describe the VMware Cloud platform Describe the VMware vSphere+ services used in VMware Cloud Foundation+ Demonstrate the capabilities of the VMware Cloud user interface for VMware Cloud Foundation+ Day Zero Tasks Identify the requirements for deploying VMware Cloud Foundation Describe the VMware Cloud Foundation bring-up process Identify the information required for the Planning and Preparation Workbook Complete the Deployment Parameter Workbook Describe how VMware Cloud Builder automates the deployment process Identify the configuration validation process performed by VMware Cloud Builder Describe the deployment of the management domain Post-Deployment Operations Complete the Onboarding Wizard Understand VMware Cloud Foundation integration with VMware Single Sign-On Configure user access to VMware Cloud Foundation Describe the importance of user roles in vSphere Configure identity sources for VMware Cloud Foundation Perform the SDDC Manager backup and restore process Identify steps in the NSX backup and restore process Manage passwords in VMware Cloud Foundation Explain the importance of using VMware Cloud Foundation to manage passwords for vSphere components Manage and secure a primary password list Describe the process for rotating passwords not managed by VMware Cloud Foundation VMware Cloud Foundation Networking with NSX Describe network virtualization with NSX Recognize NSX operational planes Identify NSX components Describe logical switching Describe NSX Data Center deployment in VMware Cloud Foundation Explain how logical routing works in NSX Identify NSX Edge functions Describe data plane preparation for NSX Edge nodes in a workload domain Recognize Tier-0 and Tier-1 gateway topologies Define application virtual networks Describe management domain rack options List NSX Edge cluster requirements for vSphere with Tanzu Discuss NSX Edge cluster placement considerations Managing Workload Domains Define workload domains List the types of workload domains Identify workload domain prerequisites Understand the scalability limits for workload domains Identify use cases for multiple clusters in a workload domain Create network pools Size network pools Commission hosts with SDDC Manager Create workload domains Scale workload domains Decommission hosts from a workload domain Remove workload domains Describe distinctive design decisions for VMware Cloud Foundation components vSphere with Tanzu in VMware Cloud Foundation Explain vSphere with Tanzu Define the role of the Spherelet Describe the supervisor cluster control plane Create vSphere with Tanzu namespaces Describe the role of NSX networking components in vSphere with Tanzu Discuss vSphere with Tanzu networking topology Describe control plane VM management networking requirements Plan appropriate IP address ranges for pod, ingress, and egress networking Describe prerequisites for vSphere with Tanzu cluster compatibility Deploy vSphere with Kubernetes Create a vSphere namespace Configure limits and permissions for a vSphere namespace VMware Cloud Foundation Storage Management Identify storage use cases in VMware Cloud Foundation Determine the most appropriate storage option for a workload domain Describe different vSphere-native storage design options Identify vSAN architecture and components Describe vSAN requirements for the management and workload domains Configure deduplication and compression Discuss how to scale vSAN clusters in VMware Cloud Foundation Configure storage policies for vSAN Explain storage policy failure tolerance rules Identify a virtual machine storage policy compliance status Explain how vSAN storage policies protect VMware Cloud Foundation components Availability and Business Continuity Explain the importance of external service availability Describe availability options native to VMware vSphere Identify stretched cluster use cases Identify stretched cluster components Recognize stretched cluster requirements in VMware Cloud Foundation Prepare and deploy a vSAN stretched cluster using APIs VMware Cloud Foundation Certificate Management Learn the basics of public key infrastructure (PKI) Describe the purpose of certificate signing requests (CSRs) Describe available options in SDDC Manager for certificate authorities View certificates for VMware Cloud Foundation components Install and replace certificates for VMware Cloud Foundation components Configure the integrated Certificate Authorities in SDDC Manager Configure a certificate template in Microsoft Certificate Authority server Configure the OpenSSL certificate authority in SDDC Manager Install certificates issued by Microsoft, OpenSSL, and third-party certificate authorities VMware Cloud Foundation Lifecycle Management Describe VMware Cloud Foundation Life Cycle Management List the products managed by VMware Cloud Foundation Lifecycle management Use online and offline bundle downloads using VMware Cloud Foundation Lifecycle management Understand the role of vSphere Lifecycle Management in VMware Cloud Foundation Understand vSphere Lifecycle Manager features Understand how and when to use cluster images Describe the importance of Hardware Support Managers Describe the upgrade prerequisites Outline the upgrade precheck process Describe the order of upgrade for VMware Cloud Foundation components VMware Cloud Foundation Troubleshooting Use the SoS command-line tool to create log bundles, perform health checks, and check password validity List VMware Cloud Foundation services Identify VMware Cloud Foundation log files Use token IDs to troubleshoot failed workflows