Course Outline
Introduction to Open Source
- Defining the concept of open source and its impact
- Reviewing standard open-source licenses and communities
- Methods for contributing to open-source initiatives
Linux Operating System
- Overview of various Linux distributions
- Steps for installing a Linux distribution (such as Ubuntu)
- Understanding the basic Linux filesystem hierarchy
Linux Command-Line Interface (CLI)
- Moving through the Linux filesystem
- Handling files and directory structures
- Controlling users, groups, and access permissions
Linux System Administration
- Managing software packages using package managers
- Monitoring processes, system health, and troubleshooting issues
- Automating scheduled tasks with cron and at
Introduction to Cloud Computing
- Key cloud computing principles and benefits
- Public, private, and hybrid cloud architectures
- Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS)
Cloud Deployment Models
- Analyzing various cloud deployment strategies
- Creating and administering virtual machines
- Implementing containerization with Docker
Cloud Services and Technologies
- Survey of cloud service classifications
- Investigation of cloud storage, database solutions, and networking
- Introduction to orchestration using Kubernetes
Open Source in the Cloud
- Applying open-source tools within cloud environments
- Automating tasks and configuration management via Ansible
- Setting up Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
Security and Compliance
- Fundamental cloud security principles
- Implementing Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Adhering to compliance frameworks and industry best practices
Summary and Next Steps
- Recap of essential learnings from the course
- Career opportunities in open-source IT and cloud computing
- Recommended resources for continued education
Requirements
- Foundational computer skills
- Basic experience using a Linux command-line interface
Target Audience
- Emerging IT professionals
- Students
- Professionals in non-technical positions
Testimonials (2)
I really appreciated the effort put into customizing this training for our specific needs. Rather than a standard out-of-the-box course, the tailored curriculum allowed us to focus directly on concepts and scenarios that matter to our daily environment. The balance of clear instruction and hands-on application was spot on
James Foster
Course - Ubuntu System Administration
Very informative and the trainers kept it fun.
