Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for students with previous Citrix ADC experience, and best suited for individuals who will be deploying Citrix Application Delivery Management to administer a Citrix Networking environment or optimize Citrix ADC-managed application delivery traffic. Overview Manage multiple Citrix ADC platforms centrallyOrchestrate configuration changesReport on transactions passing through the Citrix ADC environmentVisualize infrastructure and plan expansion Master the deployment and usage of Citrix Application Delivery Management with this two-day management and optimization course. Students will gain the skills needed to automate and manage network services for scale out of application architectures, and to optimize Citrix ADC-managed application delivery traffic. The curriculum focuses on centrally managing multiple Citrix ADC platforms, orchestrating configuration changes, reporting on transactions, visualizing infrastructure and planning infrastructure expansion. Students will also learn how to implement Citrix ADC features, including caching, frontend optimization, Citrix ADC web logging and TCP/HTTP optimization, to optimize traffic managed by your Citrix networking environment. Citrix Application Delivery Management Introduction An introduction to Application Delivery Management Application Delivery Management Deployment and Configuration Deploying Application Delivery Management in High Availability Application Delivery Management Instance Management Managing and Monitoring Application Delivery Management An introduction to Application Delivery Management Application Delivery Management Deployment and Configuration Deploying Application Delivery Management in High Availability Application Delivery Management Instance Management Managing Citrix ADC Configuration Application Management StyleBooks Configuration Management Citrix ADC Web Logging Understanding Web Traffic Installing and configuring Citrix ADC Web Logging Troubleshooting Citrix ADC Web Logging Citrix ADC Integrated Caching Introduction to Integrated Caching Static and Dynamic Content Request and Response Process Flow Understanding Cache Policies Identifying Content Group Settings Front-End Optimization Improving Content Delivery Front-End Optimization Use Cases Understanding Minification CSS Optimizations Tuning and Optimizations Connections on the Citrix ADC Connection Profiles Queuing on the Citrix ADC Connection Tuning Practices
Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for This is an Intermediate PowerBI course geared for experienced users who wish to leverage the tool's more advanced capabilities Overview This course is about 50% hands-on lab and 50% lecture, designed to train attendees in essential PowerBI data handling functions and reporting skills, coupling the most current, effective techniques with the soundest practices. Attendees of this course will gain practical examples from the experienced instructor who has deployed and configured Power BI reporting in a wide variety of businesses. Working in a hands-on learning environment led by our expert facilitator, students will learn how to: Create Advanced Power BI Reports Advanced understanding of the data schemas and extracting data Perform advanced transformations of data or any data schema Utilize time-phased data in the creation of complex analyses Create new measures using DAX Filter data using row-level security Create and deploy content packs Use Power BI to integrate with line-of-business applications Next Level Power BI for Experienced Users is a two day, course that provides attendees already experienced with Microsoft Power BI basics with a hands-on exploration of intermediate and beyond level features. This course is geared for attendees ready to learn the advanced techniques that you, your business analysts, and your stakeholders need to create complex information from projects, program, and portfolio reporting to utilizing time-phased data and, potentially, data from your enterprise?s other line-of-business tools. Get Project Online Data Select and mine relevant tables with ODATA Advanced ODATA data mining Importing other data formats Advanced Editing of data queries Advanced Data Transformations Managing table relationships Creating & using data hierarchies Creating custom columns and measures and metrics for filtering and reporting Creating Power BI Reports Using advanced visualizations Configuring drill-down Modifying visual interactions Importing and creating custom visuals Configure Power BI Security Creating Dashboard and row-level security Utilizing Filtering using row-level security Publishing Reports and Dashboards Building Mobile Reporting Creating and deploying content packs Configuring natural language query
Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This advanced course is designed for those individuals who are responsible for operating and managing the operation of an IBM i system. Overview Explain the concept of how LPAR works Explain the functions served by the HMC Explain how user versus resource security are implemented Explain the difference between group profiles and authorization lists Describe how adopted authority works Describe how work is managed on the system and the concepts of the performance tuning process on the system Explain how Management Central can be used to manage a single system or a network of System i servers Perform the steps to create a basic CL program using both the traditional (PDM and SEU) and the newer GUI (RSE and LPEX) application development tools Perform the steps to create a menu using SDA Provide some tips on how you can improve your operations This course is designed to enhance the skills of an IBM i System Operator. This course explains the concept of how LPAR works and discusses the functions provided by the HMC LPAR concepts and overview . Console options and HMC overview . IASP concepts and overview . Security concepts and overview . System values . User security (user and group profiles) . Resource security . Authorization lists and adopted authority . Management Central overview . Commands and tasks using Management Central . Inventory using Management Central . System values using Management Central . Other Management Central functions . Work management: Concepts and overview . Work management: Subsystem concepts and overview . Work management: Job processing concepts and interactive jobs . Work management: Job processing concepts of other job types . Work management: Submitting and tracking of batch jobs . Programming concepts . CL programming concepts . Using PDM and SEU to create a CL program . Starting and setting up RSE . Creating a CL program using RSE and LPEX Editor . Creating a menu using SDA . Tips for improved operation .
Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for IT professionals across a broad range of disciplines who need to perform essential Linux administration tasks including installation, establishing network connectivity, managing physical storage, and basic security administration. This course relates to Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 and is designed for IT pros without previous Linux admin experience. The course focuses on providing students with Linux admin 'survival skills' by focusing on core admin tasks. Access the command line Log in to a Linux system and run simple commands using the shell. Manage files from the command line Copy, move, create, delete, and organize files from the bash shell prompt. Getting help in Red Hat Enterprise Linux Resolve problems by using online help systems and Red Hat support utilities. Create, view, and edit text files Create, view, and edit text files from command output or in an editor Manage local Linux users and groups Manage local Linux users and groups, and administer local password policies. Control access to files with Linux file system permissions Set Linux file system permissions on files and interpret the security effects of different permission settings. Monitor and manage Linux processes Obtain information about the system, and control processes running on it. Control services and daemons Control and monitor network services and system daemons using systemd. Configure and secure OpenSSH service Access and provide access to the command line on remote systems securely using OpenSSH. Analyze and store logs Locate and accurately interpret relevant system log files for troubleshooting purposes. Manage Red Hat Enterprise Linux networking Configure basic IPv4 networking on Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems. Archive and copy files between systems Archive files and copy them from one system to another. Install and update software packages Download, install, update, and manage software packages from Red Hat and yum package repositories. Access Linux file systems Access and inspect existing file systems on a Red Hat Enterprise Linux system. Use virtualized systems Create and use Red Hat Enterprise Linux virtual machines with KVM and libvirt.
Duration 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is aimed at IT professionals who support Windows 11 desktops, devices, users, and associated network and security resources. The secondary audience for this course is Desktop/Device Support Technicians (DSTs) who provide Tier 2 support to users with computers that are running the Windows 11 operating system (OS) in a on-premises environment. Overview After completing this course, you will be able to: Install and configure Windows 11 desktops and devices in a Windows Server domain corporate environment Install and customize Windows 11 operating systems and apps Configure local and remote network connectivity and storage Configure data security, device security, and network security Maintain, update, and recover Windows 11. This is a 4-day ILT course designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills required to install and configure Windows 11 desktops and devices in an on-premises Windows Server Active Directory domain environment. Module 1: Installing Windows 11 Introducing Windows 11 Installing Windows 11 Module 2: Upgrading and updating Windows 11 Upgrading to Windows 11 Migrating user state Managing Windows 11 updates Module 3: Configuring Windows 11 devices Local configuration tools in Windows 11 Using Windows Admin Center Using Windows PowerShell Implementing Remote Management Module 4: Configuring network connectivity Configuring network connectivity Implementing name resolution Implementing remote access Module 5: Managing storage Overview of storage options Managing local storage Managing Storage Spaces Module 6: Managing resources Configuring and managing file access Configuring and managing shared folders Implementing Work Folders Managing printers Module 7: Managing apps in Windows 11 Deploying apps Managing access to the Microsoft Store Configuring Microsoft Edge Module 8: Implementing and managing security Managing user and group accounts Configuring User Account Control Implementing BitLocker Implementing Windows 11 security features Securing against network threats Module 9: Monitoring Windows 11 Monitoring Windows 11 Optimizing Windows 11 performance Module 10: Troubleshooting Windows 11 Managing Windows 11 startup Recovering Windows 11 Managing devices and drivers Understanding the registry Recovering files
Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for The target audience for the DevOps Test Engineering course is anyone involved in defining a DevOps Testing strategy, such as: Delivery Staff DevOps Engineers IT Managers Project Managers Lab Staff Maintenance and Support Staff Quality Assurance Managers Quality Assurance Teams Release Managers Testers Software Engineers Overview The learning objectives for DTE include a practical understanding of: The purpose, benefits, concepts and vocabulary of DevOps testing How DevOps testing differs from other types of testing DevOps testing strategies, test management and results analysis Strategies for selecting test tools and implementing test automation Integration of DevOps testing into Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery workflows How DevOps testers fit with a DevOps culture, organization and roles This comprehensive course addresses testing in a DevOps environment and covers concepts such as the active use of test automation, testing earlier in the development cycle, and instilling testing skills in developers, quality assurance, security, and operational teams. The course is relevant for every modern IT professional involved in defining or deploying a DevOps testing strategy for their organization, as test engineering is the backbone of DevOps and the primary key for successful DevOps pipeline to support digital transformation. This course prepares you for the Continuous Testing Foundation(CTF) certification. Course Objectives and Modules, Logistics What is DevOps Testing and its Business Benefits?Relation of DevOps Testing in other Test MethodologiesDevOps Testing Best Practices DevOps Testing Terminology Culture changes Organization changes Process and team friction Motivation strategies Measuring Success Continuous Evolution Troubleshooting What is the DevOps pipeline? DevOps Testing on the pipeline Test strategy choices Pre-Flight strategies Continuous Integration Testing System, Delivery and Customer Testing Test Environments Lab Management Topology orchestration Test Automation Frameworks Test Tools Selection criterion Automated metrics Key concepts Test Case Best Practices & Design Exercise Test Suite Best Practices & Design Exercise Principles of DevOps Management DevOps Test Management Metrics DevOps Management Tools DevOps Test Results Analysis Integrating DevOps Results Analysis Test Management Exercise Fictitious Product Test Requirements Individual Exercise Class discussion Exam Preparation
Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for The primary audience for this course is as follows: IT Staff and Managers Network and systems personnel and engineers Small to mid-sized organizations that require fundamental knowledge on networking terms/concepts and configuration guidance for Meraki equipment. This also includes organizations looking to implement remote sites, provide a guest wireless solution, and collect user analytics. Overview Following completion of this course, students will understand, Install, Configure, Monitor, and Troubleshoot the following: Navigate and Configure the dashboard Add MX/MS devices to the Dashboard Understand and Configure Configuration Templates Understand and Configure Group Policies Manage/Configure/Integrate Users and Radius Policies Configure, Monitor, and Troubleshoot MS Switches Troubleshoot devices and Connectivity This 3-day Cisco course provide students with the skills to configure, optimize, and troubleshoot a Cisco Meraki solution. Students will learn how to install and optimize Meraki MS Switches. Students will also learn how to configure the Meraki Dashboard. Student will troubleshoot and configure the Meraki environment and learn how to diagnose and resolve user and Network issues that may arise. Introduction to Meraki The Meraki Mission Cisco Meraki: Bringing the Cloud to Enterprise Networks Cloud-Managed Networking Architecture Benefits of a Cloud-Based Solution The Meraki Full Stack: New and Unique Value Proposition Meraki Deployment ? How it works Why Customers Choose Meraki Meraki MS Switches Overview Meraki API Overview Meraki Licensing Enterprise Support Cisco Meraki Documentation Cloud Management with the Meraki Dashboard The Meraki Dashboard Dashboard: Organizational Structure Out-of-band Cloud Management Loss of Connectivity to the Cisco Meraki Cloud Meraki Dashboard Logins Create Dashboard Accounts and Organization MSP Logins - Manage Multiple Organizations Modify an Organization View Organizations Health Meraki Dashboard Best Practices Dashboard Search Meraki Help Organizational Wide Settings Configure Monitor Create and Manage Configuration Templates Network-Wide Settings Configure Meraki Switching MS Switch Platforms and Features MS Feature: Multi-gigabit Ethernet Cisco Meraki MS Access Switches Cisco Meraki MS Aggregation Switches Using Tags to search, monitor and configure Meraki Switches Meraki Switch Configuration Port Configuration Meraki Switch Monitoring Troubleshooting Tools Managing Firmware Upgrades
Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This intermediate course is designed for anyone who works on WebSphere related applications and projects, including administrators, IBM Business Partners, independent software vendors (ISVs), and consultants. Overview The objectives for this course are as follows:Use IBM Support Assistant to organize and analyze problem artifactsUse problem determination techniques to identify common problemsApply problem investigation approaches such as analysis and isolationGather diagnostic data problem artifacts by using administrative toolsTroubleshoot JVM-related problems such as hung threads, out of memory issues, and crashesUse IBM Support Assistant to run tools that analyze diagnostic dataIdentify and troubleshoot common problems with database connectionsConfigure and tune database connection poolsTroubleshoot WebSphere security problems associated with authentication, authorization, SSL, and Java 2 policiesIdentify and resolve Java EE application deployment problemsTroubleshoot HTTP request flow problems from web server to web containerIdentify and resolve application server startup failuresTroubleshoot problems associated with WebSphere default messaging and SI busTroubleshoot WebSphere installation problemsUse Intelligent Management features to configure health policies and tasksCommunicate effectively with IBM support teams This course teaches you how to manage WebSphere Application Server problems more skillfully within your organization by using problem determination tools and techniques. Outline Course introduction Overview of WebSphere Application Server systems and components Using the IBM Support Assistant Team Server 5.0 Exercise: Using the IBM Support Assistant Team Server 5.0 Problem determination methods Gathering diagnostic data Exercise: Gathering diagnostic data Introduction to JVM-related problems Exercise: Introduction to configuring garbage collection policies How to troubleshoot hangs Exercise: Troubleshooting hung threads How to troubleshoot crashes Exercise: Troubleshooting crashes Introduction to WebSphere out-of-memory problems Exercise: Troubleshooting an out-of-memory condition Introduction to database connection problems Exercise: Troubleshooting database connection problems Tuning and connection pool management problems Exercise: Troubleshooting a connection leak WebSphere security configuration problems Exercise: Troubleshooting security problems Application deployment problems Server start failures Exercise: Troubleshooting server start failures Request flow and web container problems Exercise: Troubleshooting request flow and web container problems Default messaging provider problem determination Exercise: Troubleshooting WebSphere default messaging WebSphere installation problems when using IBM Installation Manager Intelligent Management problem determination and problem determination tools Exercise: Configuring health management policies Course summary
Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed primarily for IT leaders and company executives who are responsible for complying with incident response legislation. This course focuses on the knowledge, resources, and skills necessary to comply with incident response, and incident handling process requirements. Overview In this course, you will understand, assess and respond to security threats and operate a system and network security analysis platform. You will: Explain the importance of best practices in preparation for incident response Given a scenario, execute incident response process Explain general mitigation methods and devices Assess and comply with current incident response requirements. This course covers incident response methods and procedures are taught in alignment with industry frameworks such as US-CERT?s NCISP (National Cyber Incident Response Plan), and Presidential Policy Directive (PPD) 41 on Cyber Incident Coordination Policy. It is ideal for candidates who have been tasked with managing compliance with state legislation and other regulatory requirements regarding incident response, and for executing standardized responses to such incidents. The course introduces procedures and resources to comply with legislative requirements regarding incident response. This course is designed to assist students in preparing for the CertNexus Incident Responder Credential (CIR-110). What you learn and practice in this course can be a significant part of your preparation. Assessment of Information Security Risks The Importance of Risk Management Integrating Documentation into Risk Management Response to Cybersecurity Incidents Deployment of Incident Handling and Response Architecture Containment and Mitigation of Incidents Preparation for Forensic Investigation as a CSIRT Investigating Cybersecurity Incidents Use a Forensic Investigation Plan Securely Collect and Analyze Electronic Evidence Follow Up on the Results of an Investigation Complying with Legislation Examples of Legislation (if this is covered in above topics, no need to include here) GDPR, HIPPA, Elections Case study: Incident Response and GDPR (Using GDPR legislation, create a response that is compliant with it ? this could be discussion-based activity as well.) State Legislation Resources and Example Search terms to find state legislation Using NYS as example use the NYS Privacy Response act or other legislation to create a similar case study as previous. Provide answers on when to use federal versus state and do you have to follow both?
Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for business analysts. Overview After completing this course, you should be able to:Describe the benefits of implementing an Operational Decision Manager solution, and the collaboration that is required between the business and development teamsIdentify the main user roles that are involved in designing and developing an Operational Decision Manager solution, and the tasks that are associated with each roleExplain modeling concepts and the UML notation that is relevant to modeling for business rules and eventsDefine and implement object models for business rulesSet up the rule authoring environment in Designer by working with decision services and synchronizing across development and business environmentsCustomize the vocabulary that is used in rulesDiscover and analyze business rules for implementationUse the Operational Decision Manager rule editors to author business rules and decision tablesRun tests and simulations in the Decision Center Enterprise console to validate decision logic and rule changesExplain governance issues and work with Operational Decision Manager features that support decision governance This course introduces business analysts to IBM Operational Decision Manager V8.7.1. You learn the concepts and skills that are necessary to capture, author, validate, and manage business rules with Operational Decision Manager. Course Outline Course introduction Introducing IBM Operational Decision Manager V8.7.1 Exercise: Operational Decision Manager in action Modeling for business rules Exercise: Building the model on paper Exercise: Implementing the model Understanding decision services Exercise: Setting up a decision service Working with the BOM Exercise: Working with the BOM Introducing Decision Center Exercise: Exploring the Decision Center Business console Exercise: Exploring the Decision Center Enterprise console Introducing rule authoring Exercise: Understanding the case study Discovering and analyzing rules Exercise: Discovering rules Exercise: Analyzing rules Working with conditions in rules Exercise: Working with conditions in rules Working with definitions in rules Exercise: Working with definitions in rules Writing complete rules Exercise: Writing complete rules Authoring decision tables and trees Exercise: Authoring decision tables and trees Exercise: Authoring rules: Putting it all together Running tests and simulations in the Enterprise console Exercise: Running tests and simulations in the Enterprise console Introducing decision governance Exercise: Working with the decision governance framework Course summary