Behaviour

We always …
Act with Integrity
Do what is right

Respect Others
Treat others as you would like to be treated

Put Customers First
Make every effort to exceed our customers’ expectations

Deliver on our Commitments
Take responsibility for decisions, actions and results

Work Together and Communicate
Work with others to achieve results

Drive Continuous Improvement
Strive for excellence in everything we do

Network Infrastructure

Switched campus

Switch administration
Managing MAC address table
Err disable recovery
L2 MTU
Layer 2 protocols
CDP, LLDP
UDLD
VLAN technologies
Access ports
Trunk ports (802.1Q)
Native VLAN
Manual VLAN pruning
VLAN database
Normal range and extended range VLANs
Voice VLAN
VTP
EtherChannel
LACP, static
Layer 2, Layer 3
Load balancing
EtherChannel Misconfiguration Guard
Spanning- Tree Protocol
PVST+, Rapid PVST+, MST
Switch priority, port priority, path cost, STP timers
Port Fast, BPDU Guard, BPDU Filter
Loop Guard, Root Guard

Routing Concepts

Administrative distance
VRF-lite
Static routing
Policy Based Routing
VRF aware routing with any routing protocol
Route filtering with any routing protocol
Manual summarization with any routing protocol
Redistribution between any pair of routing protocols
Routing protocol authentication
Bidirectional Forwarding Detection

EIGRP

Adjacencies
Best path selection
RD, FD, FC, successor, feasible successor
Classic Metrics and Wide Metrics
Operations
General operations
Topology table
Packet types
Stuck In-Active
graceful shutdown
3.d EIGRP load-balancing
Equal-cost
Unequal-cost
Add-path
EIGRP Named Mode
Optimization, convergence and scalability
Fast convergence requirements
Query propagation boundaries
IP FRR (single hop)
Leak-map with summary routes
EIGRP stub with leak map

OSPF (v2 and v3)

Adjacencies
Network types, area types
Path preference
Operations
General operations
Graceful shutdown
GTSM (Generic TTL Security Mechanism)
Optimization, convergence and scalability
Metrics
LSA throttling, SPF tuning, fast hello
LSA propagation control (area types)
Stub router
Loop-free alternate
Prefix suppression

BGP

IBGP and EBGP peer relationships
Peer-group/update-group, template
Active, passive
Timers
Dynamic neighbours
4-bytes AS numbers
Private AS
Path selection
– Attributes
Best path selection algorithm
Load-balancing
Routing policies
Attribute manipulation
Conditional advertisement
Outbound Route Filtering
Standard and extended communities
Multi-homing
AS path manipulations
local-AS, allowas-in, remove-private-as
Prepend
Regexp
Convergence and scalability
Route reflector
Aggregation, as-set
Other BGP features
Multipath, add-path
Soft reconfiguration, Route Refresh

Multicast

Layer 2 multicast
IGMPv2, IGMPv3
IGMP Snooping, PIM Snooping
IGMP Querier
IGMP Filter
MLD
Reverse path forwarding check
PIM
Sparse Mode
Static RP, BSR, AutoRP
Group to RP Mapping
Bidirectional PIM
Source-Specific Multicast
Multicast boundary, RP announcement filter
PIMv6 Anycast RP
IPv4 Anycast RP using MSDP
Multicast multipath

Software Defined Infrastructure

Cisco SD Access

Design a Cisco SD Access solution
Underlay network (IS-IS, manual/PnP)
Overlay fabric design (LISP, VXLAN, Cisco TrustSec)
Fabric domains (single-site and multi-site using SD-WAN transit)
Cisco SD Access deployment
Cisco DNA Centre device discovery and device management
Add fabric node devices to an existing fabric
Host onboarding (wired endpoints only)
Fabric border handoff
Segmentation
Macro-level segmentation using VNs
Micro-level segmentation using SGTs (using Cisco ISE)
Assurance
Network and client health (360)
Monitoring and troubleshooting

Cisco SD-WAN

Design a Cisco SD-WAN solution
Orchestration plane (vBond, NAT)
Management plane (vManage)
Control plane (vSmart, OMP)
Data plane (vEdge/cEdge)
WAN edge deployment
Onboarding new edge routers
Orchestration with zero-touch provisioning/Plug-And-Play
OMP
TLOC
Configuration templates
Localized policies
Centralized policies

Transport Technologies and Solutions

MPLS

Operations
Label stack, LSR, LSP
LDP
MPLS ping, MPLS traceroute
L3VPN
PE-CE routing
MP-BGP VPNv4/VPNv6
Extranet (route leaking)

DMVPN

Troubleshoot DMVPN Phase 3 with dual-hub
NHRP
IPsec/IKEv2 using pre-shared key
Per-Tunnel QoS
Identify use-cases for FlexVPN
Site-to-site, Server, Client, Spoke-to-Spoke
IPsec/IKEv2 using pre-shared key
MPLS over FlexVPN

Infrastructure Security and Services

Device Security on Cisco IOS XE
Control plane policing and protection
AAA

Network Security

Switch security features
VACL, PACL
Storm control
DHCP Snooping, DHCP option 82
IP Source Guard
Dynamic ARP Inspection
Port Security
Private VLAN
Router security features
Pv6 Traffic Filters
IPv4 Access Control Lists
Unicast Reverse Path Forwarding
IPv6 infrastructure security features
RA Guard
DHCP Guard
Binding table
Device tracking
ND Inspection/Snooping
Source Guard
IEEE 802.1X Port-Based Authentication
Device roles, port states
Authentication process
Host modes

System Management

Device management
Console and VTY
SSH, SCP
RESTCONF, NETCONF
SNMP
v2c
v3
Logging
Local logging, syslog, debugs, conditional debugs
Timestamps

Quality of Service

End to end L3 QoS using MQC
DiffServ
CoS and DSCP Mapping
Classification
Network Based Application Recognition (NBAR)
Marking using IP Precedence, DSCP, CoS
Policing, shaping
Congestion management and avoidance
HQoS, Sub-rate Ethernet Link

Network Services

First-Hop Redundancy Protocols
HSRP, GLBP, VRRP
Redundancy using IPv6 RS/RA
Network Time Protocol
Master, client
Authentication
DHCP on Cisco IOS
Client, server, relay
Options
SLAAC/DHCPv6 interaction
Stateful, stateless DHCPv6
DHCPv6 Prefix Delegation
IPv4 Network Address Translation
Static NAT, PAT
Dynamic NAT, PAT
Policy-based NAT, PAT
VRF aware NAT, PAT
IOS-XE VRF-Aware Software Infrastructure (VASI) NAT

Network optimization

IP SLA
ICMP probes
UDP probes
TCP probes
Tracking object
Flexible Netflow

Network operations

Traffic capture
SPAN
RSPAN
ERSPAN
Embedded Packet Capture
Cisco IOS-XE troubleshooting tools
Packet Trace
Conditional debugger (debug platform condition)

Infrastructure Automation and Programmability

Data encoding formats
JSON
XML

Automation and scripting

EEM applets
Guest shell
Linux environment
CLI Python module
EEM Python module

Programmability

Interaction with vManage API
Python requests library and Postman
Monitoring endpoints
Configuration endpoints
Interaction with Cisco DNA Center API
HTTP request (GET, PUT, POST) via Python requests library and Postman
Interaction with Cisco IOS XE API
Via NETCONF/YANG using Python ncclient library
Via RESTCONF/YANG using Python requests library and Postman
Deploy and verify model-driven telemetry. Configure on-change subscription using gRPC

Architecture

Explain the different design principles used in an enterprise network
Enterprise network design such as Tier 2, Tier 3, and Fabric Capacity planning
High availability techniques such as redundancy, FHRP, and SSO
Analyse design principles of a WLAN deployment
Location services in a WLAN design
Differentiate between on-premises and cloud infrastructure deployments

Virtualization, QoS and IP Services

Describe device virtualization technologies
Configure and verify data path virtualization technologies

VRF
Describe network virtualization concepts
QoS components
QoS policy
Describe concepts of wired and wireless QoS
IP Services
Describe Network Time Protocol (NTP)
Configure and verify NAT/PAT
Differentiate hardware and software switching mechanism
MAC address table and TCAM
FIB vs. RIB

Infrastructure

Layer 2
Troubleshoot static and dynamic 802.1q trunking protocols
Troubleshoot static and dynamic EtherChannel
Configure and verify common Spanning Tree Protocols (RSTP and MST)
Configure first hop redundancy protocols, such as HSRP and VRRP
Layer 3

3.7 Compare routing concepts of EIGRP and OSPF (advanced distance vector vs. linked state, load balancing, path selection, path operations, metrics)
3.8 Configure and verify simple OSPF environments, including multiple normal areas, summarization, and filtering (neighbor adjacency, point-to-point and broadcast network types, and passive interface)
3.9 Configure and verify eBGP between directly connected neighbors (best path selection algorithm and neighbor relationships)

Wireless

Describe Layer 1 concepts, such as RF power, RSSI, SNR, interference noise, band and channels, and wireless client devices capabilities
Describe AP modes and antenna types
Describe access point discovery and join process (discovery algorithms, WLC selection process)
Describe the main principles and use cases for Layer 2 and Layer 3 roaming
Troubleshoot WLAN configuration and wireless client connectivity issues

Network Security

Configure and verify device access control
Lines and password protection
Authentication and authorization using AAA
Configure and verify infrastructure security features
ACLs
Configure and verify wireless security features
Web Auth, PSK
Describe the components of network security design
Threat defence
Describe VPN
Describe and configure site to site VPN, EZVPN and DMVPN

6.0 Automation

Interpret basic Python components and scripts
Construct valid JSON encoded file
Describe the high-level principles and benefits of a data modelling language, such as YANG
Describe APIs for Cisco DNA Centre and vManage
Interpret REST API response codes and results in payload using Cisco DNA Centre and RESTCONF
Construct EEM applet to automate configuration, troubleshooting, or data collection
6.7 Compare agent vs. agentless orchestration tools, such as Chef, Puppet, Ansible, and SaltStack
6.8 Explain the working principles of the Cisco SD-WAN solution
6.9 SD-WAN control and data planes elements
6.10 Traditional WAN and SD-WAN solutions
6.11 Explain the working principles of the Cisco SD-Access solution
6.12 SD-Access control and data planes elements
6.13 Traditional campus interoperating with SD-Access

CCNP Enterprise Advanced Routing (300-410) – L3 Technologies

Troubleshoot administrative distance (all routing protocols)
Troubleshoot route map for any routing protocol (attributes, tagging, filtering)
Troubleshoot loop prevention mechanisms
Troubleshoot redistribution between any routing protocols or routing sources
Troubleshoot manual and auto-summarization with any routing protocol
Configure and verify policy-based routing
Configure and verify VRF-Lite
Describe Bidirectional Forwarding Detection
Troubleshoot EIGRP (classic and named mode)

9.a Address families (IPv4, IPv6)
9.b Neighbor relationship and authentication
9.c Loop-free path selections (RD, FD, FC, successor, feasible successor, stuck in active)
9.d Stubs
9.e Load balancing (equal and unequal cost)
9.f Metrics

Troubleshoot OSPF (v2/v3)

Address families (IPv4, IPv6)
Neighbor relationship and authentication
Network types, area types, and router types
Point-to-point, multipoint, broadcast, non broadcast

Area type: backbone, normal, transit, stub, NSSA, totally stub
Internal router, backbone router, ABR, ASBR
Virtual link

Path preference

Troubleshoot BGP (Internal and External)

Address families (IPv4, IPv6)
Neighbor relationship and authentication (next-hop, multihop, 4-byte AS, private AS, route refresh, synchronization, operation, peer group, states and timers)
Path preference (attributes and best-path)
Route reflector (excluding multiple route reflectors, confederations, dynamic peer)
Policies (inbound/outbound filtering, path manipulation)
VPN Technologies
Describe MPLS operations (LSR, LDP, label switching, LSP)
Describe MPLS Layer 3 VPN
Configure and verify DMVPN (single hub)
GRE/mGRE
NHRP
IPsec
Dynamic neighbor
Spoke-to-spoke

Infrastructure Security

Troubleshoot device security using IOS AAA (TACACS+, RADIUS, local database)
Troubleshoot router security features
IPv4 access control lists (standard, extended, time-based)
IPv6 traffic filter

Module 01: Introduction to Ethical Hacking

Fundamentals of key issues in the information security world
Basics of ethical hacking, information security controls, relevant laws, and standard procedures.

Module 02: Foot printing and Reconnaissance

How to use the latest techniques and tools to perform foot printing and reconnaissance, a critical pre-attack phase of the ethical hacking process.

Module 03: Scanning Networks

Different network scanning techniques and counter measures.

Module 04: Enumeration

Various enumeration techniques, such as Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) and Network File Sharing (NFS) exploits, and associated countermeasures.

Module 05: Vulnerability Analysis

How to identify security loopholes in a target organization’s network, communication infrastructure, and end systems.
Different types of vulnerability assessment and vulnerability assessment tools.

Module 06: System Hacking

Various system hacking methodologies—including steganography, steganalysis attacks, and covering tracks—used to discover system and network vulnerabilities.

Module 07: Malware Threats

Different malwares (Trojan, virus, worms, etc.), APT and fileless malware, malware analysis procedure, and malware countermeasures.

Module 08: Sniffing

Packet-sniffing techniques and how to use them to discover network vulnerabilities, as well as countermeasures to defend against sniffing attacks.

Module 09: Social Engineering

Social engineering concepts and techniques, including how to identify theft attempts, audit human-level vulnerabilities, and suggest social engineering counter measures.

Module 10: Denial-of-Service

Different Denial of Service (DoS) and Distributed DoS (DDoS) attack techniques, as well as the tools used to audit a target and devise DoS and DDoS countermeasures and protections.

Module 11: Session Hijacking

Various session hijacking techniques used to discover network level session management, authentication, authorization, and cryptographic weaknesses and associated countermeasures.

Module 12: Evading IDS, Firewalls, and Honeypots

Introduction to firewall, intrusion detection system (IDS), and honeypot evasion techniques; the tools used to audit a network perimeter for weaknesses; and counter measures.

Module 13: Hacking Web Servers

Web server attacks, including a comprehensive attack methodology used to audit vulnerabilities in web server infrastructures and counter measures.

Module 14: Hacking Web Applications

Web application attacks, including a comprehensive web application hacking methodology used to audit vulnerabilities in web applications and counter measures.

Module 15: SQL Injection

SQL injection attacks, evasion techniques, and SQL injection counter measures.

Module 16: Hacking Wireless Networks

Different types of wireless technologies, including encryption, threats, hacking methodologies, hacking tools, Wi-Fi security tools, and countermeasures.

Module 17: Hacking Mobile Platforms

Mobile platform attack vector, android and iOS hacking, mobile device management, mobile security guidelines, and security tools.

Module 18: IoT and OT Hacking

Different types of IoT and OT attacks, hacking methodology, hacking tools, and countermeasures.

Module 19: Cloud Computing

Different cloud computing concepts, such as container technologies and server less computing, various cloud computing threats, attacks, hacking methodology, and cloud security techniques and tools.

Module 20: Cryptography

Encryption algorithms, cryptography tools, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), email encryption, disk encryption, cryptography attacks, and cryptanalysis tools.

Domain 1: Information System Auditing Process

·The IS Audit Planning Process

Understand the purpose and value of IT audits
Develop an IT audit strategy and plan
Conduct risk assessments

IT Governance and Management

Evaluate IT governance structures and processes
Assess IT organizational structures and responsibilities
Understand IT policies, standards, and procedures

IS Audit Risk Assessment

Identify and assess information systems vulnerabilities
Evaluate the impact of vulnerabilities and threats
Determine risk mitigation strategies

Domain 2: IT Governance and Management

IT Governance

Understand the framework and components of IT governance
Evaluate IT governance practices
Assess the effectiveness of IT governance

IT Management and Support

Evaluate IT organizational structure and responsibilities
Review IT policies, standards, and procedures
Assess IT human resources management

IT Organizational Structure and Implementation

Understand IT organizational structures
Evaluate the implementation of IT strategies and policies
Review IT project management and support practices

Domain 3: Information Systems Acquisition, Development, and Implementation

Business Continuity Planning and Disaster Recovery Planning

Understand business continuity and disaster recovery planning
Assess the adequacy of business continuity and disaster recovery plans
Evaluate testing and maintenance of plans

Information Systems Acquisition and Development

Evaluate the acquisition and development of information systems
Assess project management practices
Review system development methodologies

Information Systems Maintenance and Service Management

Evaluate the maintenance and support of information systems
Assess data quality and data management practices
Understand service level management

Domain 4: Information Systems Operations and Business Resilience

Information Systems Operations

Evaluate the use of IT resources
Assess IT service management practices
Understand system performance management

Information Security Management

Evaluate information security policies and procedures
Assess the design and implementation of security controls
Understand the principles of business continuity and disaster recovery

Business Resilience

Assess business continuity and disaster recovery plans
Understand and evaluate business impact analysis

Domain 5: Protection of Information Assets

Information Asset Security Framework and Risk Management

Understand the principles of information asset security
Assess information classification and ownership
Evaluate information security governance and risk management

Information Asset Security

Evaluate information security policies and standards
Assess the design and implementation of information security controls
Understand information security awareness and training programs

Domain 1: Security and Risk Management

1.1. Security Governance Principles and Frameworks

Understand and apply security governance principles.
Compliance with laws, regulations, and policies.
Security control frameworks and standards.

1.2. Security Policy and Procedures

Develop and implement comprehensive security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Understand the importance of policies in shaping security culture.

1.3. Risk Management

Conduct risk assessments and risk management processes.
Business impact analysis (BIA) and risk mitigation strategies.
Risk assessment methodologies and techniques.

1.4. Ethics in Information Security

Understand the code of ethics for CISSPs.
Ethical decision-making and professional responsibility.

Domain 2: Asset Security

2.1. Information Classification and Ownership

Implement data classification schemes.
Identify data owners and custodians.

2.2. Protecting Privacy

Privacy principles and compliance requirements.
Privacy-enhancing technologies.
Data handling and protection.

2.3. Data Security Controls

Data-at-rest, data-in-motion, and data-in-use security.
Data encryption and data masking.
Database security and cloud data security.

Domain 3: Security Architecture and Engineering

3.1. Security Models and Architecture

Security architectures (e.g., OSI model, defence-in-depth).
Security models (e.g., Bell-LaPadula, Biba).

3.2. Security Engineering

System and application security design principles.
Security evaluation models and certification.

3.3. Security Evaluation Models

Security assessment and testing methods.
Common criteria and security certifications.

3.4. Secure Development

Secure coding practices.
Security controls in software development.

Domain 4: Communication and Network Security

4.1. Secure Network Architecture Design

Network models (e.g., TCP/IP, OSI).
Secure network components.

4.2. Secure Communication Channels

VPNs, TLS/SSL, encryption.
Network access control (NAC) and network segmentation.

4.3. Network Attacks

Common network attacks (e.g., DoS, DDoS, MITM).
Intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDPS).

Domain 5: Identity and Access Management (IAM)

5.1. Identity and Access Management

IAM concepts, components, and lifecycle.
Authentication and authorization mechanisms.

5.2. Physical and Logical Access Control

Access control models (e.g., MAC, DAC, RBAC).
Biometric and multifactor authentication.

5.3. Identity as a Service (IDaaS)

Cloud-based identity and access management.
Single sign-on (SSO) and federated identity.

Domain 6: Security Assessment and Testing

Domain 7: Security Operations
Domain 8: Software Development Security

Introduction

IT Infrastructure
Waterfall Model
Agile Methodologies
Introduction to DevOps
DevOps Road Map

Ubuntu

History
Pros & Cons
Distributions
Virtualization
Shells, GUI, Terminal
File System
Directories
Commands
Permissions, User, Groups
Crontab
Text Editors, Other Essential tools
Backup Techniques
I/O Redirection
Partitions

Networks & Security

OSI Model
TCP/IP Fundamentals
DNS
Http/s
SSL
FTP

Cloud Computing AWS

Introduction to Cloud Computing
Private, Public and Hybrid Cloud
IaaS, PaaS and
Introduction to AWS
AWS Architecture
Domains of AWS
AWS Compute Services (EC2, Lambda)
Storage Service (S3)
Networking Services
AWS CloudFront
Monitoring & Management (AWS CloudWatch)
Auto-Scaling & Load Balancer
Cloud Security
AWS IAM
Amazon Redshift

Azure

Azure Fundamentals
Active Directory
RBAC
Compute Services (App Services, Function Apps, VMs, CDN)
Storage Services (Storage Account, Databases, )
Networks and App Gateway
Monitoring & Auto Scaling
Automation Account
Azure Analytics Workspace

Scripting Bash

Shell Scripting Introduction
Syntax
Variables
Operators
Conditionals
Loops
Command Substitution
Parameter Substitution
Functions

PowerShell

Introduction
Syntax
Examples

Python

Introduction
Syntax
Variables
Datatypes
Conditionals
Loops
Arrays
Functions
Classes/Objects
Inheritance
Scripting
Examples

YAML

What is YAML language
YAML Basic Syntax
Data types: Integers, Bool, Arrays, Dictionaries, Null, Set, Strings
Multiline Strings
Anchors and Extensions
YAML Placeholders
Docker Compose & Kubernetes YAML examples
PyYAML Python Module
Sample Python scripts

Version Control System

What is Git?
Different Git
Using Git (Command line + GUI).
Installing Git (Linux + Windows)
Configuring
Cloning a Repository
Basic Git
Essential

CI/CD Jenkins

Introduction
What is Continuous Integration?
What is Continuous Deployment?
What is Jenkins?
Jenkins Installation, Setup and Demo
Jenkins Master-Slave architecture
Jenkins Pipeline
What is a Jenkinsfile?
Pipeline Concepts
Create your first Pipeline

Azure DevOps

Introduction
Azure Boards
Azure Repos
Pipelines

AWS DevOps

Introduction
AWS DevOps Components
Building a CICD Pipeline on AWS

Containerization “Docker”

What is Docker?
What is a Container?
Docker vs Virtual Machine
Docker Installation
Main Docker Commands
Debugging a Container
Demo Project Overview
Developing with Containers
Docker Compose
Dockerfile
Private Docker Repository, Rrivate Registry on AWS, Azure Container Registry
Deploy Containerized App
Docker Volumes
Volumes Demo

Orchestration Kubernetes

What is K8s
Main K8s Components
K8s Architecture
Minikube and kubectl -Local Setup
Main Kubectl Commands – K8s CLI
K8s YAML Configuration File
Demo Project: MongoDB and MongoExpress
Organizing your components with K8s Namespaces
K8s Ingress explained
Persisting Data in K8s with Volumes
Deploying Stateful Apps with StatefulSet
K8s Services explained

Helm

Helm Introduction
Helm 2 Vs Helm 3
Installing Helm
Helm Charts
Helm Dependencies
Helm Templates
Helm Commands

IaC Terraform

Introduction
AWS Setup
Windows Setup
Linux Install
VSCode
Terraform Overview
Modifying Resources
Deleting Resources
Referencing Resources
Terraform Files
Practice Project
Terraform State Commands
Terraform Output
Target Resources
Terraform Variables

ARM Template

Building templates
Deployment options
Testing templates
Template syntax and example resources
Template parametrization
Template functions

AWS CloudFormation

AWS CloudFormation
AWS CloudFormation Components
Templates in CloudFormation
Stacks in CloudFormation
Direct Update
Update

Configuration Management “Ansible”

Introduction to Ansible
Ansible Playbook Tutorial
Ansible Explained
Writing Ansible Playbook
Ansible Tower Tutorial
Ansible vs Terraform

Monitoring & Logging Prometheus

Introduction
What is Prometheus?
Why Prometheus?
Continuous Monitoring with Prometheus
Prometheus Architecture
Prometheus Metrics and its Metrics
Prometheus Installation and Demo

Grafana

Introduction
Continuous Monitoring in DevOps
Introduction to Grafana
Monitoring with Grafana

Datadog

Introduction
Integrations
Infrastructure
Host Map
Events
Dashboards
Assigning Tags
Using Tags
Datadog Graphing

ELK

What is ELK stack?
Various ELK tools
Components of ELK
ELK Flow
Features of ELK
Installation

Servers Apache

What is Web Server?
Installation
Managing Service
Main Configuration File

IIS

What is IIS and how it works?
Installation
Web Platform Installer Tool?
Hosting
What are bindings?
What are application pools?

Nginx

What is Nginx?
Nginx Architecture
Why should we use Nginx?
How to Install Nginx?
Hands-On: Deploying a Web Application on Nginx

Case studies for DevOps implemented Projects

Monolithic vs Micro-Services Architecture
Deployment Models
Case Study for Monolithic
Case study for Containerized Application
Case Study for the Architecture managed through
Case Study for a completely managed Deployment Model through CI/CD

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1. Introduction to SEO

What is SEO and why is it important?
Types of SEO
Difference between on-page & off-page SEO
How search engines work?
Google SERP
Crawling, indexing, and ranking

2. What are keywords?

Types of keywords
Long-tail and LSI keywords
How to do keyword research?
Keyword research tools

3. On Page SEO

Keyword optimization
Title tag
Meta description
How to use heading tags?
Role of keyword density in content
Anchor text
What is the bounce rate?
What is keyword stuffing?
Plagiarism checker
Keyword prominence, proximity, and cannibalization
Image optimization (alt tag, title, compression)
How permalinks matter in SEO?
SEO-friendly URLs and structure
Subdomains
Breadcrumbs
Golden rule for first-page ranking
Practical assignment

4. Technical SEO

Introduction to technical SEO
HTML sitemap vs XML sitemap
Sitemap creation
Robots.txt file
Canonical tag optimization
Best practices for 404 error pages
301/302 URL redirection
Schema markup and structured data
Role of Open Graph tags in SEO
W3C validation
JavaScript and CSS optimization
How to increase page loading time?

5. SEO audit of a website

6. Off-Page SEO

Introduction to off-page SEO
What are backlinks?
Importance of backlinks in SEO
Inbound vs outbound links
What is link juice?
Do follow vs no follow backlinks
How to build quality backlinks?
What is Domain Authority (DA) and page authority (PA)?
Search Engine Submission
Free classified submission
Image submission
PDF submission
Social bookmarking
Forum posting
Guest blogging
Social bookmarking
Press release submission
Infographic submission
Web 2.0
Article submission
Video submission
Q&A submission
Practical Assignment

SECTION-2

Introduction to digital marketing

Module 1: Fundamentals of Digital Marketing

Understanding the digital marketing landscape

This module provides an overview of the digital marketing ecosystem, including the different channels, platforms, and technologies involved. It explores the evolution of digital marketing and its impact on consumer behaviour.

Key concepts and terminology in digital marketing

To effectively communicate and implement digital marketing strategies, it is essential to understand the terminology and concepts commonly used in the field. This section covers key terms such as SEO, PPC, CTR, conversion rate, and more.

Building a digital marketing strategy

A successful digital marketing campaign starts with a well-defined strategy. This module delves into the process of developing a comprehensive digital marketing strategy that aligns with business goals and target audience.

Target audience identification and segmentation

Understanding the target audience is crucial for effective marketing. Participants will learn how to identify their target audience, conduct market research, and segment their audience based on demographics, interests, and behaviour.

Module 2: Website Design and Development

Importance of a well-designed website

A website serves as the online face of a business. This section emphasizes the significance of a well-designed website in creating a positive user experience and driving conversions.

User experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design principles

Participants will learn about UX and UI design principles that optimize website usability and enhance user satisfaction. Topics covered include intuitive navigation, responsive design, and visual hierarchy.

Website structure and navigation

An organized and intuitive website structure is essential for easy navigation and information discovery. This module covers techniques for creating a logical website structure and designing user-friendly navigation menus.

Mobile optimization and responsive design

With the increasing use of smartphones, mobile optimization is crucial for delivering a seamless user experience. Participants will learn how to create responsive websites that adapt to different screen sizes and devices.

Module 3: Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

Introduction to SEO and its benefits

SEO plays a vital role in driving organic traffic to websites. This module provides an introduction to SEO, its benefits, and its role in improving website visibility on search engines.

Keyword research and analysis

Keywords are the foundation of SEO. Participants will learn how to conduct keyword research, identify relevant keywords for their business, and analyse keyword competitiveness.

On-page optimization techniques

Optimizing web pages for search engines is essential for higher rankings. This section covers on-page optimization techniques such as meta tag optimization, keyword placement, and content optimization.

Off-page optimization strategies

Off-page SEO focuses on building quality backlinks and improving a website’s reputation. Participants will explore various off-page optimization strategies, including link building, social bookmarking, and influencer outreach.

Technical SEO

Website Structure, XML Sitemaps, and Page Speed Optimization

SEO analytics and reporting

Measuring the effectiveness of SEO efforts is crucial for ongoing optimization. This module introduces participants to SEO analytics tools and provides insights into tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and generating reports.

Module 4: Pay-Per-Click (PPC) Advertising

Introduction to PPC advertising

PPC advertising allows businesses to display ads on search engine results pages and other online platforms. This section explains the basics of PPC advertising and its role in driving targeted traffic.

Google Ads and Bing Ads platforms

Participants will learn how to set up and manage PPC campaigns using popular platforms like Google Ads and Bing Ads. They will explore features such as ad creation, keyword bidding, and campaign optimization.

Creating effective ad campaigns

Crafting compelling and relevant ad campaigns is crucial for maximizing ROI. This module provides insights into creating attention-grabbing ad copy, selecting appropriate keywords, and targeting the right audience.

Keyword bidding and budget management

Bidding on keywords requires strategic planning to optimize ad visibility and control costs. Participants will learn how to set keyword bids, allocate budgets effectively, and monitor campaign performance.

Ad performance tracking and optimization

To improve campaign performance, continuous monitoring and optimization are necessary. This section covers tracking ad performance metrics, analysing data, and making data-driven optimizations.

Module 5: Social Media Marketing

Leveraging social media for business

Social media platforms offer a vast opportunity for businesses to connect with their target audience. This module explores the benefits of social media marketing and how to leverage different platforms effectively.

Social media platforms and their unique features

Participants will be introduced to popular social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube. They will learn about each platform’s unique features and best practices for content creation.

Creating engaging social media content

Engaging content is key to capturing the attention and interest of social media users. This section covers strategies for creating compelling visuals, writing captivating captions, and leveraging user-generated content.

Building and managing a social media community

Participants will learn how to build an active and engaged social media community. Topics covered include community management, responding to comments and messages, and handling customer feedback.

Social media analytics and measuring ROI

Measuring the success of social media marketing efforts is crucial for evaluating ROI. This module introduces participants to social media analytics tools and teaches them how to track key metrics and assess performance.

Module 6: Email Marketing

Basics of email marketing

Email marketing remains a highly effective way to reach and engage with customers. This module covers the fundamentals of email marketing, including building an email list, designing effective email templates, and understanding email deliverability.

Building an email list and segmentation

Participants will learn strategies for building an engaged and targeted email list. They will also explore segmentation techniques to tailor email campaigns based on customer preferences and behaviour.

Designing effective email campaigns

Creating visually appealing and persuasive email campaigns is crucial for driving conversions. This section covers best practices for email design, including layout, colors, fonts, and CTAs (call-to-action).

A/B testing and optimizing email campaigns

Testing and optimizing email campaigns can significantly improve their performance. Participants will learn how to conduct A/B tests, analyse results, and make data-driven decisions to optimize email campaigns.

Email automation and personalization

Automation and personalization can enhance the effectiveness of email marketing. This module explores the use of automation tools to send targeted and personalized emails based on customer behaviour and preferences.

Module 7: Content Marketing

Understanding the importance of content marketing Content marketing involves creating and distributing valuable content to attract and engage a target audience. This section explores the benefits of content marketing and its role in building brand authority and driving conversions.

Creating a content marketing strategy

A well-defined content marketing strategy is essential for consistent and effective content creation. Participants will learn how to develop a content marketing strategy aligned with business goals and audience needs.

Developing high-quality and engaging content

This module covers techniques for creating high-quality content that resonates with the target audience. Participants will explore different content formats, storytelling techniques, and content distribution channels.

Content distribution and promotion

Creating great content is only the first step; it also needs to be effectively distributed and promoted. This section covers strategies for content distribution, including social media, email marketing, guest blogging, and influencer outreach.

Measuring content marketing success

Measuring the success of content marketing efforts helps refine strategies and achieve better results. Participants will learn how to track key metrics such as website traffic, engagement, and conversions, and use data to optimize future content marketing campaigns.

Module 8: Affiliate Marketing

Introduction to Affiliate Marketing and its Role in Digital Marketing
Understanding Affiliate Networks and Programs
Affiliate Program Setup and Management
Affiliate Recruitment and Relationship Building
Affiliate Marketing Analytics and Performance Tracking

Module 9: Influencer Marketing

The Power of Influencer Marketing in Digital Marketing Strategy
Identifying and Connecting with Influencers in Your Niche
Negotiating and Establishing Successful Influencer Partnerships
Measuring the Impact of Influencer Marketing Campaigns
Ethical Considerations and Guidelines for Influencer Marketing

Module 10: Mobile Marketing

The Rise of Mobile Marketing and its Importance
Mobile Advertising Strategies and Formats
Mobile App Marketing and Optimization
Location-Based Marketing and Geotargeting
Mobile Analytics and Tracking

Module 11: E-commerce and Online Sales

Understanding E-commerce and its Impact on Digital Marketing
Setting up and Optimizing E-commerce Websites
Conversion Optimization for E-commerce Platforms
Online Payment Systems and Security Considerations
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) for E-commerce

Module 12: Analytics and Reporting

Introduction to web analytics tools

Web analytics tools provide valuable insights into website performance and user behaviour. This module introduces popular web analytics platforms such as Google Analytics and explores their features and capabilities.

Setting up and tracking website analytics

Participants will learn how to set up web analytics tools and track essential metrics such as website traffic, bounce rate, conversion rate, and user demographics. They will also explore the implementation of event tracking and goal tracking.

Analysing and interpreting data for insights

Data analysis is crucial for identifying trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement. This section covers techniques for analysing web analytics data and extracting actionable insights to optimize digital marketing strategies.

Reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs)

Effective reporting helps stakeholders understand the impact of digital marketing efforts. Participants will learn how to create comprehensive and visually appealing reports that highlight key performance indicators (KPIs) and demonstrate the value of digital marketing campaigns.

Continuous optimization based on data analysis

Data analysis should inform ongoing optimization efforts. This module emphasizes the importance of continuously reviewing data, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing data-driven optimizations to achieve better results.

Module 13: Digital Marketing Ethics and Privacy

Ethical Considerations in Digital Marketing Practices
Privacy Regulations and Compliance (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)
Data Collection, Handling, and Security
Transparency and Consumer Trust in Digital Marketing
Responsible Digital Marketing Strategies for Long-Term Success

Module 1: Layer 2 Technologies

STP

STP (Huawei Documentation: STP)
RSTP (Huawei Documentation: STP/RSTP Configuration)
MSTP (Huawei Documentation: MSTP Configuration)
Loop guard (Huawei Documentation: Configuring Loop Protection on a Port)
Root guard
BPDU guard (Huawei Documentation: BPDU Protection)
TC-BPDU attack guard

VLAN

Access port (Huawei Documentation: Configuring a VLAN Based on Ports)
Trunk port
Hybrid port (Huawei Documentation: Hybrid Port)
QinQ (Huawei Documentation: QinQ Configuration)
Vlan Aggregation (Huawei Documentation: VLAN Aggregation Configuration)
Mux VLAN (Huawei Documentation: MUX VLAN Configuration)
Voice VLAN (Huawei Documentation: Voice VLAN Configuration)
Transparent bridge
Local Bridging (Huawei Documentation: Local Bridging)
Remote Bridging (Huawei Documentation: Remote Bridging)
Integrated Bridging and Routing (Huawei Documentation: Integrated Bridging and Routing)
VLAN ID Transparent Transmission (Huawei Documentation: VLAN ID Transparent Transmission)
Link Aggregation, Eth-Trunk and IP-Trunk, Load-balance, LACP
Link Aggregation (Huawei Documentation: Link Aggregation Configuration)
LACP (Huawei Documentation: LACP)
Ethernet technologies
Speed and duplex (Huawei Documentation: Configuring the Duplex Mode)
Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, 10GE, 40GE, 100GE
Auto MDI/MDIX (Huawei Documentation: Configuring the MDI Type)
Auto negotiation (Huawei Documentation: Configuring Auto-Negotiation)
Storm control (Huawei Documentation: Storm Control, Configuring Storm Control)
Unicast flooding control
Smart link (Huawei Documentation: Smart Link Configuration)
DLDP (Huawei Documentation: Overview of DLDP)
Switched Port Analyzer (port-mirroring) (Huawei Documentation: Mirroring)
CSS/ iStack
HDLC/IP-Trunk and PPP/MP (Huawei Documentation: Configuring an IP-Trunk Interface, HDLC and IP-Trunk Configurations)

PPPoE (Huawei Documentation: PPPoE Configuration)

Module 2: IPv4/v6 Unicast

IPv4 addressing, subnetting, and VLSM (Huawei Documentation: Subnetting, IPv4)
IPv4 tunnelling and GRE (Huawei Documentation: Configure an IPv6 over IPv4 GRE Tunnel)
IPv6 addressing (Huawei Documentation: IPv6 Addresses)
ICMPv6 (Huawei Documentation: ICMPv6)
IPv6 functionality protocols (Huawei Documentation: Basic IPv6 Configuration)
Migration techniques
Tunnel techniques (Huawei Documentation: Configuring a Tunnel Interface)
Translation techniques
IPv4/v6 OSPF

Standard OSPF areas (Huawei Documentation: OSPF)
Stub area (Huawei Documentation: Configuring an OSPF Stub Area)
Totally stubby area
NSSA (Huawei Documentation: OSPF NSSA)
Totally NSSA
LSA types (Huawei Documentation: OSPF LSA Format)
Adjacency on a point-to-point and on a multi-access network

Virtual-Link (Huawei Documentation: OSPF Virtual Link)
LSA Filter (Huawei Documentation: ospf filter-lsa-out)
IPv4/v6 IS-IS
NSAP (Huawei Documentation: Basic Concepts of IS-IS)
IS-IS Link-state packets (Huawei Documentation: Basic Protocols of IS-IS)
IS-IS area type
IS-IS circuit type (Huawei Documentation: is-is circuit-type)
IS-IS TLV (Huawei Documentation: IS-IS Wide Metric)
IS-IS DIS and Pseudo node (Huawei Docs: Configuring IS-IS DIS Election)
IS-IS SPF
IS-IS LSP
IS-IS Metric (Huawei Documentation: IS-IS Wide Metric)
IS-IS Route Leaking (Huawei Documentation: IS-IS Route Leaking)
IS-IS MT (Huawei Documentation: IS-IS MT)
IS-IS Fast Convergence (Huawei Documentation: IS-IS Fast Convergence)
IS-IS LDP Synchronization (Huawei Docs: Configure LDP-IGP Synchronization)
IS-IS Authentication (Huawei Documentation: is-is authentication-mode)
IPv4/v6 BGP
IBGP and EBGP (Huawei Documentation: Commissioning IBGP Routes)
BGP attributes (Huawei Documentation: Configuring BGP Route Attributes)
BGP synchronization (Huawei Documentation: OSPF-BGP Synchronization)
BGP routes Summarization (Huawei Docs: Configure BGP Route)
Route Dampening (Huawei Documentation: Route Dampening)
BGP route reflector (Huawei Documentation: Route Reflector)
BGP Community (Huawei Docs: Community Attribute Applications in BGP)
BGP Peer Groups (Huawei Documentation: Configuring a BGP Peer Group)
BGP Security (Huawei Documentation: BGP Security)
Principles of Route Selection (Huawei Docs: Routers and Routing Principles)
Route Control
Filtering (Huawei Documentation: Configuring a Route-Filter)
IP Prefix list (Huawei Documentation: IP Prefix List)
Route Import(redistribution)
Route policy (Huawei Documentation: Configuring a Route-Policy)
Summarization (Huawei Docs: Configuring BGP Route Summarization)
Preference
Other advanced features

Module 3: MPLS VPN

MPLS network component (P, PE, CE) (Huawei Documentation: Commissioning Multicast VPN)
MPLS label format (Huawei Documentation: MPLS Label)
MPLS label encapsulation
MPLS label stack
MPLS label operation
Forwarding Equivalence Class (Huawei Documentation: MPLS Label)
LDP (Huawei Documentation: MPLS LDP Configuration)
Label advisement model
MPLS LDP—Local Label Allocation Filtering
MPLS LDP Inbound/outbound Label Binding Filtering (Huawei Documentation: Outbound and Inbound LDP Policies)
MPLS Layer 3 VPN
MP-IBGP VPNv4 peering (Huawei Documentation: Configuring Route Reflection for BGP VPNv4 Routes)
VPN-instance (Huawei Documentation: Configuring a VPN Instance)
Route Distinguisher (Huawei Documentation: route-distinguisher)
Route Target (Huawei Documentation: Configuring a Route Target Set)
Route Target import/export
PE-CE–Dynamic Routes (Huawei Documentation: Configuring Route Exchange Between PE and CE Devices)
PE-CE–Static Routes
Redistributing PE-CE routes into VPNv4
Inter-AS MPLS BGP VPN (Huawei Documentation: Configuring Inter-AS BGP/MPLS IP VPN in Option C Mode)

Module 4: IPv4/v6 Multicast

Multicast distribution tree (Huawei Documentation: Multicast Route Management (IPv4) Configuration)
Multicast forwarding (Huawei Documentation: Multicast Routing and Forwarding)
Multicast RPF (Huawei Documentation: RPF Check)
sparse mode (Huawei Documentation: Configuring IPv4 PIM-SM)
IGMP/MLD (Huawei Documentation: Overview of MLD)
IGMP Snooping/MLD Snooping (Huawei Documentation: Overview of MLD Snooping)
PIM RP, and BSR (Huawei Documentation: Configuring a BSR RP)
Multicast tools, features, and source-specific multicast (Huawei Documentation: PIM-SM (SSM Model))

Module 5: Network Security

5.1 Access lists (Huawei Documentation: Access Control List)
5.2 uRPF (Huawei Documentation: Overview of URPF)
5.3 IP Source Guard (Huawei Docs: IP Source Guard Configuration Commands)
5.4 AAA (Huawei Documentation: AAA Configuration)
5.5 802.1x / NAC (Huawei Documentation: 802.1X Authentication)
5.6 NAT
5.6.1 Static NAT/NAPT (Huawei Documentation: NAT)
5.6.2 Dynamic NAT/PAT
5.6.3 Easy IP (Huawei Documentation: Configuring Easy IP for NAT)
5.6.4 NAT Server
5.6.5 Twice NAT (Huawei Documentation: Configuring Twice NAT)
5.6.6 ALG (Huawei Documentation: NAT ALG)
5.6.7 NAT Mapping (Huawei Documentation: NAT Filtering and NAT Mapping)
5.7 Device access control (Huawei Documentation: Access Control List)
5.8 IPsec (Huawei Documentation: Basic Concepts of IPSec)
5.9 Traffic Suppression (Huawei Documentation: Traffic Suppression Configuration)
5.10 Local Attack Defence (Huawei Documentation: Local Attack Defence)
5.11 IP Address Anti-spoofing (Huawei Documentation: IP Address Anti-spoofing)
5.12 ARP Security (Huawei Documentation: ARP Security Configuration)
5.13 DHCP Security (Huawei Documentation: DHCP Security)

Module 6: QoS

Classification (Huawei Documentation: Quality of Service (QoS))
Traffic Policing (Huawei Documentation: Traffic Policing)
Traffic Shaping (Huawei Documentation: Traffic Shaping)
Congestion Avoidance (Huawei Documentation: Congestion Avoidance)
Congestion Management (Huawei Documentation: Congestion Management)

Module 7: Network Management

Syslog
IP Service Level Agreement SLA (Huawei Documentation: SLA Management)
NetStream (Huawei Documentation: Overview of NetStream)
NQA (Huawei Documentation: NQA Configuration)
SNMP (Huawei Documentation: SNMP)
FTP
Telnet (Huawei Documentation: Configuring Telnet Login, Telnet and SSH)
SSH (Huawei Documentation: Enabling the SSH Server Function, Telnet and SSH)

Module 8: Features

VRRP (Huawei Documentation: Overview of VRRP)
VGMP
Interface Backup (Huawei Documentation: Interface Backup)
NTP (Huawei Documentation: NTP Configuration)
DHCP (Huawei Documentation: DHCP Configuration)
BFD (Huawei Documentation: BFD Configuration)
NSF/GR
NSR (Huawei Documentation: Overview of NSR

Module 9: SDN

Strategy of SDN/NFV
SDN architecture
VXLAN (Huawei Documentation: VXLAN)
EVPN (Huawei Documentation: EVPN Configuration)

Installing and Computing Windows Server

Designing and Implementing an AD DS Domain Infrastructure Managing Active Directory

Domain Services Objects

Installing Active directory domain controller
Managing Active Directory Account
Creating organizational units

Automating Active Directory Domain Services Administration

Using Command-Line Tool for Administration
Using Windows Scripts for Administration
Performing Bulk Operations with Windows PowerShell Managing Group Policy Objects
Managing Custom Starter Group Policy Objects
Managing Group Policy Disaster Recovery
Implementing Resultant Set of Policies Creating and Managing Additional Domain Controllers
Managing Operation Masters
Designing solution for Operation Master Disasters Designing solutions for Active Directory Branch Office
Implementing Read Only Domain Controller Implementing File and Print Services
Securing Files and Folders
Protecting Shared Files and Folders Using Shadow Copies
Configuring local and Network Printing Implementing Local Storage
Managing Disks and Volumes

Networking with Windows Server

Optimizing File Services
Overview of FSRM
Using FSRM to Disk Quotas, File Screens, and Storage Reports, Drive Maps
Configuring Quotas, and File Screening Using FSRM Deploying and Maintaining Server Images
Overview of Windows Deployments Services
Implementing Windows Deployment Services Implementing Update Management
Overview of WSUS
Deploying Updates with WSUS

Configuring and Troubleshooting Domain Name System

Installing the DNS Server Role
Configuring the DNS Server Role
Configuring DNS Zones

Configuring and Troubleshooting Remote Access

Configuring VPN Access
Securing VPN connections with Security policies

Implementing Networking Services

Overview of DHCP
Installing a DHCP Server Role
Configuring DHCP Scopes
Overview of DNS
Installing DNS Server Role Implementing Advanced Network Services
Configuring Advanced DHCP Features
Configuring Advanced DNS Settings

Implementing Advanced File Services

Overview Distributed File System
Configuring Distributed File System
Implementing File Server

Implementing Network Load Balancing

Implementing Failover Clustering

Implementing Disaster Recovery

Plan Solution for Active Directory Disasters Recovery

Designing and Implementing AD DS Disasters using AD Recycle Bin

Securing Windows Server

Plan and Deploy a Server Infrastructure
Design and Implement an Active Directory Infrastructure (Logical)
Design and Implement an Active Directory Infrastructure (Physical)
Designing and Implementing an AD DS Topology
Designing AD DS Replication
Deploying Additional domain controllers
Designing the Placement of Domain Controllers
Designing and Implementing an AD DS Sites
Deploying child domains and tree domains
Implementing of Sites (Forest) Trust Relationship
Plan and Implement Server Virtualization with Hyper
Plan and deploy virtual
Manage a virtual machine
Create and Manage Virtualization Host Checkpoints
Design and implement Virtualization Replica solutions
Plan Solution for managing Multiple Servers Services Remotely

Manage Azure AD objects

create users and groups
manage user and group properties
manage device settings
perform bulk user updates
manage guest accounts
configure Azure AD Join
configure self-service password reset
NOT: Azure AD Connect; PIM

Manage role-based access control (RBAC)

Create a custom role

provide access to Azure resources by assigning roles

subscriptions
resource groups
Resources (VM, disk,)

interpret access assignments
manage multiple directories

Manage subscriptions and governance

configure Azure policies
configure resource locks
apply tags
create and manage resource groups

move resources
remove RGs

manage subscriptions
configure Cost Management
configure management groups

Implement and manage storage

Manage storage accounts

configure network access to storage accounts
create and configure storage accounts
generate shared access signature
manage access keys
implement Azure storage replication
configure Azure AD Authentication for a storage account

Manage data in Azure Storage

export from Azure job
import into Azure job
install and use Azure Storage Explorer
copy data by using AZCopy

Configure Azure files and Azure blob storage

create an Azure file share
create and configure Azure File Sync service
configure Azure blob storage
configure storage tiers for Azure blobs

Deploy and manage Azure compute resources

Configure VMs for high availability and scalability

configure high availability
deploy and configure scale sets

Automate deployment and configuration of VMs

modify Azure Resource Manager (ARM) template
configure VHD template
deploy from template
save a deployment as an ARM template
automate configuration management by using custom script extensions

Create and configure VMs

configure Azure Disk Encryption
move VMs from one resource group to another
manage VM sizes
add data discs
configure networking
redeploy VMs

Create and configure containers

create and configure Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
create and configure Azure Container Instances (ACI)
NOT: selecting a container solution architecture or product; container registry settings

Create and configure Web Apps

create and configure App Service
create and configure App Service Plans
NOT: Azure Functions; Logic Apps; Event Grid

Configure and manage virtual networking

Implement and manage virtual networking

create and configure VNET peering
configure private and public IP addresses, network routes, network interface, subnets, and virtual network

Configure name resolution

configure Azure DNS
configure custom DNS settings
configure a private or public DNS zone

Secure access to virtual networks

create security rules
associate an NSG to a subnet or network interface
evaluate effective security rules
deploy and configure Azure Firewall
deploy and configure Azure Bastion Service
NOT: Implement Application Security Groups; DDoS

Configure load balancing

configure Application Gateway
configure an internal load balancer
configure load balancing rules
configure a public load balancer
troubleshoot load balancing
NOT: Traffic Manager and FrontDoor and PrivateLink

Monitor and troubleshoot virtual networking

monitor on-premises connectivity
use Network Performance Monitor
use Network Watcher
troubleshoot external networking
troubleshoot virtual network connectivity

Integrate an on-premises network with an Azure virtual network

create and configure Azure VPN Gateway
create and configure VPNs
configure ExpressRoute
configure Azure Virtual WAN

Monitor resources by using Azure Monitor

configure and interpret metrics

analyse metrics across subscriptions

configure Log Analytics

implement a Log Analytics workspace
configure diagnostic settings

query and analyse logs

create a query
save a query to the dashboard
interpret graphs

set up alerts and actions

create and test alerts
create action groups
view alerts in Azure Monitor
analyse alerts across subscriptions

configure Application Insights
NOT: Network monitoring

Implement backup and recovery

configure and review backup reports
perform backup and restore operations by using Azure Backup Service
create a Recovery Services Vault

use soft delete to recover Azure VMs

create and configure backup policy
perform site-to-site recovery by using Azure Site

VIM Editor:

Explain the three main modes of “vim”
Vim Editing and Modification Options

Network services:

Network Bonding (NIC Teaming)
Install the packages needed to provide the service
Configure Selinux
Configure the service to start when the system is booted
Configure the service for basic operation
Configure host-based and user-based security for the service

System Management:

Alias
Data Searching
Disk Quota for Multiple File System
Routing

Database Management:

Installation and Configuration of MariaDB
Backup and Restore

Storage Management:

ISCSI Terminology
Management of ISCSI on Linux with Linux and Windows Client

NTP (Network Time Protocol):

Network Time Protocol (NTP) is a protocol used to synchronize computer clock times in a network. It belongs to and is one of the oldest parts of the TCP/IP protocol suite. The term NTP applies to both the protocol and the client-server programs that run on computers.

Install and Configuration of NTP Server
Synchronize time using other NTP Peers
Configure Windows and Linux Client as NTP Peer

NFS (Network File Service):

The Network File System (NFS) is client/server application that lets a computer user view and optionally store and update files on a remote computer as though they were on the user’s own computer.

Installation and configuration of NFS Server
Creating Share for Linux and Unix Machines
Access the share on Client Machine
Access, Mount and unmount NFS Shares

LAMP (Network File Service):

LAMP is an open-source Web development platform that uses Linux as the operating system, Apache as the Web server, MySQL as the relational database management system and PHP as the object-oriented scripting language. (Sometimes Perl or Python is used instead of PHP.)

Installation and configuration
Installation of Appache Server
Installation of MariaDB
Installation of PHP
Install and Configure PHP My Admin

FTP (File Transfer Protocol):

An FTP Server is a piece of software that is running on a computer and uses the File Transfer Protocol to store and share files. Remote computers can connect anonymously, if allowed, or with a user name and password in order to download files from this server using a piece of software called a FTP Client.

Installing and Configuration
Anonymous User
Real User
Access with Browser and Client Software
Create FTP Repository

SAMBA:

An open-source implementation of the SMB file sharing protocol that provides file and print services to SMB/CIFS clients. Samba allows a non-Windows server to communicate with the same networking protocol as the Windows products.

Installation and Configuration Samba Server & Client to share
Creating samba Share
Access Samba Share with win98 & WinNT, 2000, Windows 7,8,8.1,10
Access Samba Share with Linux Client
Windows As SMB Share Servers
Policies Implementation on samba share
Sharing printer through samba
SWAT (Samba Web Administration tool)
Permissions Implementation
Provide network shares to specific clients
Provide network shares suitable for group collaboration
Install Antivirus for Samba Share Scanning
Create Auto Script / Command for Samba Share Scanning By Antivirus
FTP And SAMBA Integration

DNS (Domain Name Server):

The Internet’s system for converting alphabetic names into numeric IP addresses. The main function of DNS is to translate domain names into IP Addresses, which computers can understand.

How DNS Works and Learn DNS Route
Installation and configuration
DNS Record Types
DNS Types
Ayana Major 13 Root Servers
Forwarder DNS
Cashing Only DNS
Create Forward and Reverse Zones
Slave DNS Concept
Configure a caching-only name server
Configure a caching-only name server to forward DNS queries

DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol):

DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is a protocol used to provide quick, automatic, and central management for the distribution of IP addresses within a network. DHCP is also used to configure the proper subnet mask, default gateway, and DNS server information on the device.

Understand DHCP DORA Process
How DHCP Works
Installation and configuration
DHCP Relay Agent

Proxy Server Squid:

Squid is a full-featured web proxy cache server application which provides proxy and cache services for Hyper Text Transport Protocol (HTTP), File Transfer Protocol (FTP), and other popular network protocols. Squid can implement caching and Proxying of Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) requests and caching of Domain Name Server (DNS) lookups, and perform transparent caching. Squid also supports a wide variety of caching protocols, such as Internet Cache Protocol (ICP), the Hyper Text Caching Protocol (HTCP), the Cache Array Routing Protocol (CARP), and the Web Cache Coordination Protocol (WCCP).

Internet Sharing Using NAT
Installation and configuration
ACL (Access Control List)
Transparent Proxy
Blocking URL’s
Viewing of Logs
Installation and Configuration of SARG Squid Analyzer and Report Generator
Squid Authentication

Web Server Apache:

Apache is the most popular Web server software. It enables a computer to host one or more websites that can be accessed over the Internet using a Web browser. Apache Web Server is an open-source web server creation, deployment and management software. Initially developed by a group of software programmers, it is now maintained by the Apache Software Foundation.

Installation and configuration
Configure a virtual host
Configure private directories
Discuss windows and Linux Web Server Flavors
Discuss the steps to host a web site on the web server
Password on Website
Multiple Websites Hosting / Virtual Hosting
Enterprise solution of Web hosting

Mail Server:

An email server, or simply mail server, is an application or computer in a network whose sole purpose is to act as a virtual post office. The server stores incoming mail for distribution to local users and sends out outgoing messages. This uses a client-server application model to send and receive messages using Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP). An email server may also be known as a mail or message transfer agent.

Installation and configuration
Route
Configure a mail transfer agent (MTA) to accept inbound email from other systems
Configure an MTA to forward (relay) email through a smart host
Basic Sendmail Configuration
POP, SMTP, IMAP
Install Web mailer
Mail Forwarding
Postfix

Security:

Xinetd
PAM
TCP Wrappers
Firewall-d
Create Own Services Files against Firewall-d
Firewall-d Direct Rules
Firewall-d Rich Rules
Configure NAT using Firewall-d
Configure Port-Forwarding using Firewall-d

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Introduction to Linux:

What is Linux
Linux History
Linux use in global world
Difference between Windows, Linux and Unix
Linux Distributions
File System and Swap

Selection of Hardware:

Ram
Hard disk
CPU
Motherboard

Installation planning:

Hard disk size
Hard disk Type

Linux Installation:

Installation with Bootable Device / DVD
Installation by Kikstart Method

SECTION-2

Linux Structure:

Linux directory structure
Linux Partition Name
Boot loader
Kernel
File Systems
Shell
Difference between Redhat 6 and Redhat 7/8

Linux Commands:

Basic Commands
Linux Shells
Administrative commands
Boot, reboot, and shut down the system normally

Input / Output Redirectors:

Getting Help in Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Learn “man” Terminology
Learn Find Syntax and how to use Find
Become Aware of the importance of less-noticed man section

User Management:

Create, Delete and Modify Users
Policies Implement on users
Password Implement
Password Aging, User login shell, User Home Directory, User Expiry

Group Management:

Create, Delete and Modify Groups
Put the Users on Primary and Secondary Groups
Policies implement on Groups

Permissions:

Local Permissions
Admin Permissions
Sudo
Special Permission
Ownership
Attributes
Permission on Groups
List, Interpret, Change ugo / rwx

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Backup Management:

System Backup
Backup compression and decompression
Backup with date and time
Backup and Restore

Network Configuration:

Types of Interfaces
NIC Management
Old Naming Scheme of Interfaces
Diagnose and correct misconfigured networking settings
Diagnose and correct hostname resolution problems
Use SSH and VNC to access remote systems

Software Management:

Install and Remove the Software with RPM
Management with the YUM Technology
Repositories Concepts
Repositories Management
Create Local YUM Repository

Cron Job Management:

Automation
Scheduling the Programs and tasks
Backdoor Jobs execute and modify

Security Management:

Linux Process Management
ACL
Boot Process
Grub Password
Run Levels
Password Break and Grub Password
Use single-user mode to gain access to a system if Root Password Forgot
Boot systems into different run levels for troubleshooting
Trouble Shoot of Linux with Linux Rescue
Selinux Introduction
Modes of Selinux
Selinux Bolions
Selinux Context
Selinux Errors
Firewall-d Configuration
Firewall-d Services addition
Securely Transfer Files Between Machines

Virtualization:

Types of Hypervisors
Add Module of Virtualization in Linux
Installation of KVM
Access KVM from GUI as well as from CMD

Shortcuts:

Difference between Soft and Hard Link
Soft Link
Hard Link

Process Management:

Usable commands
Configure and Understand Netdata
Configure and Understand Monit
Process Priority
Logs

Disk Management:

Partition Tables
Standard Partition
LVM
Create and Resize PV,VG,LV
Disk Quota
Partition Table
Install bootloader and modify the system bootloader
Understand MBR-Style Partitions (Primary, Extended, Logical) list/create/delete partitions

LDAP Authentication:

Understand LDAP Authentication
Understand and Installation of Free IPA
Configure Client for Free IPA

AWS DevOps Associate

Module 1: Cloud Computing Fundamentals

Introduction to Cloud Computing
Why Cloud Computing?
Benefits of Cloud Computing
Cloud Computing Deployment Models: –
Public Cloud
Private Cloud
Hybrid Cloud
Community Cloud
Cloud Computing Service Models: –
Infrastructure as a Service
Software as a Service
Platform as a Service
Cloud Computing Issues / Challenges
Security & Costing Model

Module 2: Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud

Introduction to AWS
AWS Marketplace / Why AWS?
History of AWS
AWS Global Infrastructure
Availability Zones
Regions
AWS Local Zones
Edge Locations
Factors Impacting Region Selection
Signing up for AWS
AWS Free usage tier
Introduction to AWS management console

Module 3: Identity Access Management (IAM)

Creating Users and Groups
IAM policies
IAM Roles
Methods to Access AWS resources (CLI, AWS Management Console, SDK)
AWS Command Line Interface (CLI) setup
AWS Cloud Shell

Module 4: Virtualization

Virtualization and cloud computing
Types of virtualization
Virtualization terminologies Hypervisor
Benefits
Vendors

Module 5: Compute Services

Evolution of AWS Compute EC2 Basics, Sizing & Configuration Options
Launching your first EC2 instance (with Apache Server) User Data Script
Security Groups
Understanding AMI
EC2 Instance Types
Public IP vs Private IP vs Elastic IP
AWS marketplace
EC2 Pricing Options
Amazon Machine Images (AMIs)
EC2 Placement Groups
Elastic Network Interfaces (ENIs)
EC2 Hibernate

Module 6: Storage Services

Cloud Storage Overview
Elastic Block Storage (EBS)
EBS Snapshots / Multi-Attach
EC2 Instance Store
Elastic File System (EFS)
Simple Storage Service (S3) S3 Overview / Components
S3 Security

Module 7: Load Balancing & Auto Scaling

Scalability vs Elasticity vs Agility
ELB (Elastic Load Balancer) – Concept & Components
Types of load balancers: –
Application Load Balancer
Network Load Balancer
Gateway Load Balancer
Autoscaling – Concept
Autoscaling with Load Balancer
Autoscaling policies

Module 8: Advanced S3

S3 Static Website Hosting
S3 Versioning
Storage Classes
Cross Region Replication
S3 Lifecycle Policies
S3 Encryption
S3 Event Notifications
S3 Cross Origin Resource Sharing (CORS)
S3 Multi-Part upload
S3 Transfer Acceleration
AWS Snow Family

Module 9: Route53

DNS Terminologies
Basic DNS Work Flow
Amazon Route53 Hosted Zones
Public Hosted Zone
Private Hosted Zone
Routing Policies:
Simple
Weighted
Failover
Latency Based
Geo-Location
Multi-value answer
Geo-proximity
Route53 as Domain Registrar and DNS provider for static Website hosting using S3

Module 10: Networking Services

Introduction to Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC)
VPC Advantages
Default and Non-default VPC
Components of VPC (Subnets, Route Tables, Internet Gateway)
Bastion Host
NAT Gateway
VPC Peering
Hybrid Networking (Direct Connect & Site to Site VPN)

Module 11: Database Services

Databases Overview (Relational vs Non-relational)
Factors for choosing the right database
Amazon Relational Database Service (RDS)
RDS Read-Replicas
RDS Multi-AZ
Different database services of AWS: Amazon Aurora, Dynamo DB, Redshift etc.
Amazon ElastiCache

Module 12: Cloud Front

Cloud Front – Overview / Use
Edge Locations & Regional Edge Caches
CloudFront Components
CloudFront Geo Restrictions Creating a cloud front distribution
CloudFront vs S3 Cross Region Replication

Module 13: Dockers / Kubernetes in AWS (ECS, ECR, EKS & Fargate)

Introduction to Dockers & Microservices
Amazon Elastic Container Service (ECS)
ECS Cluster
ECS Service
Auto Scaling
Rolling Updates
Task Definitions
Elastic Container Registry ( ECR )
Amazon EKS

Module 14: AWS Elastic Beanstalk

Elastic Beanstalk Overview
Deployment Modes
Beanstalk Lifecycle policy

Module 15: AWS CloudFormation

Infrastructure as a Code
CloudFormation – Overview Benefits of AWS CloudFormation
CloudFormation Resources / Intrinsic Functions
Stacks, ChangeSets, Nested Stacks & StackSet
Stack Policies
Mock Exercise: Write infrastructure as code using AWS CloudFormation

Module 16: AWS CICD

Introduction to CICD in AWS
Technology Stack for CICD
CodeCommit
CodePipeline
CodeBuild
CodeDeploy
Mock Exercises:-
Create CI/CD pipelines using AWS CodePipeline to automate your deployments to Amazon EC2, ECS and S3
Build your Docker images with CodeBuild and deploy them to ECS as rolling deployments with CodePipeline
Use AWS CloudFormation with AWS CodePipeline to create and delete stacks automatically in each execution.
Deploying an application using Elastic Beanstalk and AWS CICD tools with full automation

Module 17: AWS Monitoring & Audit

AWS CloudWatch
Amazon EventBridge
CloudTrail

Module 18: AWS Integration & Messaging

Amazon SQS
Amazon SNS
Kinesis

Module 19: AWS Serverless

AWS Lambda
API Gateway
Cognito
Step Functions
AppSync

Module 20: AWS Security Management

Security Practices for Cloud Deployment
AWS Responsibilities and Securities
KMS
SSM Parameter Store
Amazon Certificate Manager (ACM)

Behaviour

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