Deploying and Managing Linux on Azure

OSS Cloud colleagues, the Deploying and Managing Linux on Azure program will open up new career and income opportunities for you while equipping you with high-demand, marketable skills. The program offers over 11 hours of video instruction that will help you learn everything you need to know to deploy Linux in Microsoft Azure cloud. Deploying Linux on Azure LiveLessons is a unique video product that teaches you everything you need to know to get up and running with Linux if you are a Microsoft Professional who needs to deploy, manage, and monitor Linux in an Azure environment. This comprehensive video course starts with the essentials, and then quickly moves forward from there, focusing on tasks that are specific for managing Linux workloads in an Azure environment. Content includes managing containers, monitoring Linux, working with configuration management tools, and working with Azure-specific services for managing Linux. Training modules address: 1) Linux and Azure Fundamentals,  2) Advanced Linux Administration, 3) Using Containers, 4) Deploying Linux in Azure Cloud, 5)  Configuration Management Solutions, 6) Puppet, 7)  Ansible, 8)  Chef, 9) Salt, 10) Linux in Azure Troubleshooting, 11) Nagios, and 12)  Zabbix for device monitoring. 

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AngularJS 1.X (Training)

Dev colleagues, the AngularJS 1.X training program equips you to use new frameworks on a regular basis. AngularJS is a full-featured framework that is incredibly popular among developers. For single-page applications, the AngularJS framework creates rich interactive features for a real-time experience. It’s friendly to developers and has a supportive and active community. Products built with AngularJS include YouTube Video Manager, The Weather Channel site, several Google products, and Tinder. Apply your understanding of HTML and JavaScript to learn how to build single-page web applications with this popular JavaScript framework. You’ll be introduced to the Model-View-Controller (MVC) programming pattern and get a chance to build your own application from scratch by the end of this course. High-demand, skill-based training modules include: 1) Your First App - Get up and running quickly by building an AngularJS app from scratch., 2) Directives - Learn how to use directives to make standalone UI components, 3) Services -  Use services to communicate with a server, 3) Routing - Add routes to build powerful single-page applications, 4) Putting It All Together - Take what you learned in this course and put it all together with these projects.

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Oracle SQL and PL/SQL + Python Developer (Training)

Dev colleagues, the Oracle SQL and PL/SQL + Python Developer program will teach you the ins and outs of Oracle SQL and programming in Python. You will start coding quickly while learning from readings, presentations, exercises, and a final project. By course completion, you will have the skills you need to enter the job market as an entry-level Oracle programmer or Python programmer with some 275 course hours of instruction. Learn to build applications or generate business reports using Structured Query Language (SQL), master SQL using an Oracle database, use PL/SQL extension language to write sophisticated queries against an Oracle database, understand how Python works and what it's good for and grasp Python's place in the world of programming languages. High-demand skill-based training modules equip you in: 1) Oracle SQL - Relational Database Basics, Creating Tables, Basic Selects, Oracle SQL Functions, Aggregate Functions, Joins, Subqueries, Set Operators, Conditional Processing with CASE, Data Manipulation Language, Creating Views; 2) Oracle PL/SQL - PL/SQL Basics, Subprograms, Conditional Processing, Cursors, Packages, Triggers; 3) Introduction to Python - Python Basics, Functions and Modules, Math, Python Strings, Iterables: Sequences, Dictionaries, and Sets, Virtual Environments, Packages, and pip, Flow Control, Exception Handling, Python Dates and Times, File Processing, PEP8 and Pylint; 4) Advanced Python - Advanced Python Concepts, Regular Expressions, Working with Data, Testing and Debugging, Classes and Objects; and 5) Python Data Analysis with NumPy and pandas - JupyterLab, NumPy and pandas.

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Certified Business Intelligence & Data Analyst - BIDA™ (Corporate Finance Institute)

Colleagues, the Certified Business Intelligence & Data Analyst  (BIDA™) program from the Corporate Finance Institute will help advance your career by equipping you to analyze data like a pro using all the most popular business intelligence tools,s ave hours of time by automating data transformation, combine data to create world-class visuals and dashboards and predict events using complex datasets. This online certification program includes 17 courses, offers 2 year access, 2 comprehensive case studies. Skill-based training modules include: 1) Data Transformation & Automation -  transform data from multiple sources, reducing manual errors and  saving valuable time, automate transformations to enable report refreshes at the click of a button, and use SQL and Power Query to perform efficient data transformation, 2) Data Visualization - create stunning visuals that communicate key messages,  choose the right visual for the right type of data and combine visuals to tell a story, allowing users to drill down into issues or trends using interactive dashboards. 3) Data Modeling - supercharge your analysis using a data model, structure your data for efficient analysis,  measure and metrics that help quantify the most important trends, 4) Coding - extract data from a database using SQL, the most widely used Business Intelligence query language, learn the fundamentals of Python, and use it in various applications from machine learning to Monte Carlo simulation, automate tasks and calculations in Excel using VBA, as well as how to read more advanced code in existing models, 5) Predictive Analysis - learn common machine learning methods for making predictions, model uncertainty using monte carlo simulation, interpret and understand the results of machine learning models, and 6) Statistics - describe data using meaningful statistics, identify trends and patterns in datasets and prove or disprove a hypothesis about data.

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CompTIA Linux+ LX0-103 and LPIC-1 (Exam 101) Linux Professional Institute Certification

Colleagues, the CompTIA Linux+ certification can open up new career and income opportunities. This LPIC-1 (Exam 101) Linux Professional Institute Certification program is a unique video product that provides a solid understanding of all topics that candidates need to master to pass the LPIC-1 (Exam 101) Certification. It offers 14 lessons that cover all topics as mentioned in the LPI objectives as published on www.lpi.org. This course doesn't just offer a preparation for the LPIC-1 101 exam, it can also serve as an introduction for people that want to learn basic Linux administration skills. The videos provide thorough coverage of CLI skills that work on multiple distributions and prepares anyone who wants to acquire more in-depth knowledge of common Linux administration tasks.The course can be used to study for the newest LPIC-1 (Exam 101) certification exam, as well as for the CompTIA Linux+ and SUSE CLA exams. Training modules mapped to the cert exam include: 1) Performing Basic Tasks from a Shell Environment, 2) Processing and Working with Text Files, 3) Performing Basic File Management Tasks, 4) Managing Processes, 5) Design Hard Disk Layout, 6) Creating Partitions and Filesystems, 7) Common File System Management Tasks, 8) Managing Permissions, 9) Managing Software, 10) System Architecture, 11) Boot the System, 12) Managing the Boot Sequence, 13) Install a Boot Manager, and 14) Managing Shared Libraries.

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Python Scripting Certification (Training)

Dev colleagues, this Python Scripting Certification training program equips programmers to build applications easily and rapidly. This course is an introduction to Python scripting, which focuses on the concepts of Python. It will help you to perform operations on variable types. You will learn the importance of Python in real time environment and will be able to develop applications based on the Object-Oriented Programming concept. Skill-based training modules cover: 1) Introduction to Python - Companies using Python, Other applications in which Python is used, Python Scripts on UNIX/Windows, Variables, Operands and Expressions, Conditional Statements, Loops, Command Line Arguments, Writing to the screen; 2) Sequences and File Operations - Python files I/O Functions, Lists and related operations, Tuples and related operations, Strings and related operations, Sets and related operations, Dictionaries and related operations; 4) Deep Dive – Functions, OOPs, Modules, Errors and Exceptions - Functions, Function Parameters, Global variables, Variable scope and Returning Values, Lambda Functions, Object Oriented Concepts, Standard Libraries, Modules Used in Python (OS, Sys, Date and Time etc.), Import statements, Module search path, Package installation ways, Errors and Exception Handling, Handling multiple exceptions; 5) Introduction to NumPy & Pandas -  NumPy,  arrays, Operations on arrays, Indexing slicing and iterating, Reading and writing arrays on files, Pandas - data structures & index operations; 6)  Reading and Writing Data - Data visualization, matplotlib library, Grids, axes, plots, Markers, colours, fonts and styling, Types of plots - bar graphs, pie charts, histograms, and Contour plots.

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Cloud Foundry for Developers - Training & Certification (Linux Foundation - LFD232)

Colleagues, the Cloud Foundry Certified Developer (CFCD) program from the Linux Foundation [LFD232] is a professional cloud native developer certification. It’is the best way for developers to demonstrate cloud skills and expertise, and helps developers set themselves apart in a competitive job market. Earn your Cloud Foundry Developer Certification. This program teaches you how to use Cloud Foundry to build, deploy and manage a cloud-native microservices solution. Topics covered directly align with the knowledge domains tested by the Cloud Foundry Certified Developer exam and will substantially increase students’ ability to become certified. Skill-based training modules that will equip you to pass the cert exam include: 1)  Course Introduction, 2) CF Motivators, 3) Basic Definitions, 4) Technical Overview, 5) Core Themes, 6)  Logging and Metrics, 7) Resiliency, 8) Services, 9) Twelve-Factor Applications, 10) Log Drain Review, 11) Manipulating Routes, 12) App Execution and Security Groups, 13) Staging and Running, 14) Microservices, 15) Route Services, 16) Docker, 17) TCP Routing, 18) UAA and OAuth2, 19) Cascading Failure, 20) Distributed Tracing, 21) Application Lifecycle, and 22) Non-Breaking Changes. Lab exercises for this course will be conducted on your own Cloud Foundry instance. 

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Data-Driven Decision Making - Training (PWC)

Colleagues, the Data-Driven Decision Making training from PWC will equip you to use “Big Data” and how it is used. Join over 145k professionals enrolled and be introduced to a framework for conducting Data Analysis and what tools and techniques are commonly used. Finally, you'll have a chance to put your knowledge to work in a simulated business setting. Build high-demand skills in Data-Informed Decision-Making, Big Data, Data Analysis and Data Visualization (DataViz). Training modules include: 1) Introduction to Data Analytics - the basics of data analytics and how businesses use it to solve problems. You'll learn the value data analytics brings to business decision-making processes. We’ll introduce you to a framework for data analysis and tools used in data analytics. Finally, we’re going to talk about careers and roles in data analytics and data science. Note: Video transcripts are auto generated and may contain spelling and punctuation errors, 2) Technology and types of data - learn about different types of data. We’ll also introduce you to PwC's perspective on big data and explain the impact of big data on businesses. Finally we will name some of the different types of tools and technologies used to gather data, 3) Data Analysis Techniques and Tools - how to use tools for data analytics and some of the key technologies for data analysis. We will talk about how visualization is important to the practice of data analytics. identify a variety of tools and languages used and consider when those tools are best used, 4) Data-driven decision making project - practice what you have learned. You will participate in a simulated business situation in which you will select the best course of action. You will then prepare a final deliverable which will be evaluated by your peers. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to provide feedback on your peer's submissions.

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Certified Kubernetes Administrator - CKA (Linux Foundation)

OSS colleagues, the Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) program from the Linux Foundation provides assurance that CKAs have the skills, knowledge, and competency to perform the responsibilities of Kubernetes administrators. This certification is for Kubernetes administrators, cloud administrators and other IT professionals who manage Kubernetes instances. CKA was created by The Linux Foundation and the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) as a part of their ongoing effort to help develop the Kubernetes ecosystem. The exam is an online, proctored, performance-based test that requires solving multiple tasks from a command line running Kubernetes. A certified K8s administrator has demonstrated the ability to do basic installation as well as configuring and managing production-grade Kubernetes clusters. They will have an understanding of key concepts such as Kubernetes networking, storage, security, maintenance, logging and monitoring, application lifecycle, troubleshooting, API object primitives and the ability to establish basic use-cases for end users. Domains and Competencies include: 1) Storage (10%), 2) Troubleshooting (30%), 3) Workloads & Scheduling (15%), 4) Cluster Architecture, Installation & Configuration (25%), and 5)  Services & Networking (20%). The exam is an online, proctored, performance-based test that requires solving multiple tasks from a command line running Kubernetes. Candidates have 2 hours to complete the tasks. The CKA exam environment will be aligned with the most recent K8s minor version within approximately 4 to 8 weeks of the K8s release date.

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Full-Stack React (Training)

Colleagues, this Full-Stack React training equips you to buildFull-Stack Apps with MongoDB, Express, React, and Node.js. It covers the fundamentals of full-stack development with the MERN (MongoDB, Express, React, and Node.js) stack (13 hours of instruction).. Developers need to make sure both front- and backend communicate well together. Toward that end, this video teaches you how everything works, what the key responsibilities of each component are, and how they flow together. Shaun addresses the key points for developers, with specific examples to demonstrate concepts. Learn to use MongoDB, Express, React, and Node.js (MERN) to create full-stack apps. MERN is currently the most popular stack for building full-stack web applications. It allows developers to quickly write entire applications, frontend, backend, and database using only JavaScript. Learn to build full-stack applications using React, Node.js, Express, and MongoDB, use network requests and REST APIs to communicate between the front- and backend, divide application logic between the front- and backend, structure full-stack applications for maximum readability and ease of maintenance, implement an authentication flow that allows users to log in and save data, and integrate powerful third-party APIs into your full-stack applications. Skill-based training modules include: 1) Meet the MERN Stack; 2) Build a Full-Stack Meal-Tracker Application; 3) Build a Members-Only Website; 4) Build an Image-Sharing Application; 5)  Build a Stock-Trading Application; and 6) Build a Real-Time Chat Application. 

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Essentials of Linux System Administration (LFS201)

OSS colleagues, the Essentials of Linux System Administration (LFS201) offered by the Linux Foundation will equip you to administer the #1 operating system for web servers, cloud computing, smart phones and consumer electronics. Due to its high adoption rates and continued growth, there’s a shortage of Linux system administrators. This course will teach you the skills and processes you need to work as a professional Linux systems administrator. Learn how to administer, configure and upgrade Linux systems running one of the three major Linux distribution families (Red Hat, SUSE, Debian/Ubuntu). Skill-based training modules include: 1) Linux Filesystem Tree Layout, 2) Processes, 3) Signals, 4) Package Management Systems, 5) RPM, 6) DPKG, 7) yum, 8) zypper, 9) APT, 10) System Monitoring, 11) Process Monitoring, 12) Memory: Monitoring Usage and Tuning, 13) I/O Monitoring and Tuning, 14) I/O Scheduling, 15)  Linux Filesystems and the VFS, 16) Disk Partitioning, 16) Filesystem Features: Attributes, Creating, Checking, Mounting, 17) Filesystem Features: Swap, Quotas, Usage, 18) Th ext2/ext3/ext4 Filesystems, 19) The XFS and btrfs Filesystems, 20) Encrypting Disks, 21) Logical Volume Management (LVM), 22) RAID, 23) Kernel Services and Configuration, 24) Kernel Modules, 25) Devices and udev, 26) Virtualization Overview, 27) Virtualization Overview, 28) Containers Overview, 29) User Account Management, 30) Group Management, 31) File Permissions and Ownership, 32)  Pluggable Authentication Modules (PAM), 33) Network Addresses, 34) Network Devices and Configuration, 35) Firewalls, 36) System Startup and Shutdown, 37) GRUB, 38) System Init: systemd, SystemV and Upstart, 39) Backup and Recovery MethodsLinux Security Modules, 40) Local System Security, 41) Basic Troubleshooting, and 42) System Rescue.

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Build iOS Apps with SwiftUI (Training)

Colleagues, the Build iOS Apps with SwiftUI program will equip you to create all the app ideas You know all of those app ideas you’ve been wanting to create. Swift and SwiftUI can help you bring them to life for iOS. Learn how to build your very own iPhone app from start to finish, then publish your creations to the App Store for the world to see. Skill-based training include: 1) iOS and Swift Foundations - learn about iOS development, Xcode, SwiftUI, and get started writing code in Swift, 2) Wireframing and Creating a Project in Xcode - use Xcode and learn about variables and conditionals in Swift, 3) Building Code History: The User Interface - core Swift language features like Arrays and Dictionaries and start building the Code History trivia app, 4) Building Code History: The Question Model - Learn about functions and structures and use them to start building the logic for Code History, 5) Building Code History: The Game Model - use properties and access control and MVVM design to build the game model for Code History., 6) Building Code History: The Final App - use a Swift class to build a view model and complete the Code History Application, and 7) Publishing to the App Store - learn how to publish it to the App Store!

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Full-Stack Software Engineer (Training)

Colleagues, the Full-Stack Software Engineer program enables you to complete a project done from start to finish.You will begin with the front-end, move on to the back-end, then learn to connect the two. By the time you’re done, you’ll have the well-rounded skills needed to enter this in-demand job market. Skill-based training modules address: Getting Started with Full-Stack Engineering, JavaScript Syntax, Part I & II, Setting Up Your Dev Environment, Git and Github, Part I, JavaScript Syntax Portfolio Project, Web Development Fundamentals, Bringing Your Site Online, Improved Styling with CSS, Building Interactive Websites with JavaScript, Making a Website Responsive, Making a Website Accessible, HTML, CSS, and JS Portfolio Project, JavaScript Syntax, Part III, Test Driven Development with JavaScript, Async JavaScript and HTTP Requests, Web Apps, React, Part I & II, Redux, Git and GitHub, Part II, React and Redux, Basics of Back-End Development, Build a Back-End with Node/Express.js, Back-End and Feature Testing, SQL for Back-End Development, PostgreSQL Database, Designing Relational Databases, Advanced PostgreSQL, Back-End Portfolio Project, Connecting Front-End to Back-End, Adding a PostgreSQL Database, Security, Authentication, and Authorization, Advanced Concepts in Test Driven Development (TDD), Full-Stack Portfolio Project, What To Expect in a Technical Interview, Linear Data Structures, Complex Data Structures, Algorithms, Search & Graph Search Algorithm, Interview Skills and Final Portfolio Project - build a PERN app of your choosing and deploy it to Heroku.

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Open Source Virtualization (LFS462) - Linux Foundation

Colleagues, the Open Source Virtualization (LFS462) from the  Linux Foundation takes a deep dive into KVM (Kernel-based Virtual Machine) and Xen, the most popular hypervisor virtualization technologies in the open source ecosystem, along with deployment and use of containers. This program provides KVM training from the ground up with a focus on QEMU and libvirt, as well as Xen. You will learn how these and other related open source components can be assembled to create a virtual IT infrastructure. There is a focus on practical deployment skills, securing the virtual infrastructure, and administering solutions, as well as detailed material about using containers. Lab exercises focus on virtual images and snapshots, deployment, VM creation and maintenance, integration with networking infrastructure, device pass-through and more. Skill-based training modules address: 1) Virtualization Overview, 2) KVM Quick-Start, 3) KVM Architecture and Relationship with Linux, 4) Running KVM Using QEMU, 5) libvirt, 6) Hardware Support, 7) Tuning for Performance, 8) KVM Security, 9) Xen Hypervisor Architecture, 10) Installing and Configuring Xen, 11) Administration of Xen domains, 12) Xen Performance and Tuning, 13) Xen Security, and 14) Working with Linux Containers.

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