HTTP Web Server (Nginx, Apache, JBoss) Training Course

Section 1: Nginx (Day 1 duration 1.5 Days)

Module 1: Installing Nginx and Third-Party Modules

• Installing Nginx using a package manager for government systems.
• Configuring for web applications.
• Configure the options to specify paths.
• Table: HTTP configure options.
• Enabling various modules.
• Table: HTTP module configure options.
• Disabling unused modules.
• Table: Disable configure options.
• Installing third-party modules for enhanced functionality.

Module 2: A Configuration Guide

• The basic configuration format for government systems.
• Nginx global configuration parameters.
• Table: Global configuration directives.
• Using include files for modular configurations.
• The HTTP server section: Client directives, File I/O directives, Hash directives, Socket directives.
• The virtual server section for government applications.
• Configuring Locations – where, when, and how to optimize performance.

Module 3: Nginx as a Reverse Proxy

• The proxy module for government use.
• Proxy module directives.
• The upstream module: Keepalive connections and Load-balancing algorithms.
• Types of upstream servers: Single upstream server, Multiple upstream servers, Non-HTTP upstream servers.
• How to handle upstream problems effectively for government systems.

Module 4: Reverse Proxy Advanced Topics

• Introduction to Security for government environments.
• Encrypting traffic with SSL for secure communications.
• Authenticating clients using SSL for enhanced security.
• Blocking traffic based on originating IP address for government networks.
• Isolating application components for scalability and performance in government systems.
• Reverse proxy performance tuning: Buffering, Caching, Compressing.

Module 5. The Nginx HTTP Server

• HTTP server directives for government applications.
• HTTP logging directives for detailed monitoring.
• HTTP file-path directives for secure data management.
• Name resolution directives for efficient domain handling.
• HTTP client interaction directives to manage user requests.
• HTTP limits directives to control resource usage.
• HTTP access module directives for restricted access.
• HTTP streaming directives for multimedia content delivery.

Module 6. Nginx Load Balancing

• About Load Balancing for government systems.
• Setting up the environment for optimal performance.
• Using the Upstream Module to distribute load.
• Using the right directives (Weight, Hash, Max Fails, etc.) for efficient balancing.
• Testing your configuration to ensure reliability.

Module 7: Troubleshooting Techniques

• Analyzing log files for government systems.
• Configuring advanced logging for detailed diagnostics.
• Common configuration errors and their solutions.
• Performance problems and optimization strategies.
• Using the Stub Status module for real-time monitoring.

Section 2: Apache (Day 2 duration 1 day)

Module 1. Installation

• Installing Apache for government systems.
• Apache starting, stopping, and restarting procedures.
• Apache uninstalling steps.
• Finding Apache’s files location for configuration.

Module 2. Adding Common Modules

• Installing a Generic installation modules for government use.
• Installing Unix mod_dav for enhanced functionality.
• Installing mod_perl for scripting support.
• Installing Unix mod_php for dynamic content.
• Installing mod_ssl SSL (Secure Socket Layers) for secure connections.
• Finding Modules Using modules.apache.org for additional resources.
• Installing mod_security for enhanced security in government systems.

Module 3. Logging

• Getting more logs entries and details for comprehensive monitoring.
• Logs rotating for efficient management.

Module 4. Virtual Hosts

• Setting Up Name-Based Virtual Hosts for government domains.
• Setting Up address-based virtual hosts for multiple IP configurations.

Module 5. Aliases, Redirecting, and Rewriting

• Mapping a URL to a Directory for organized content.
• Creating a New URL for Existing Content to improve user experience.
• Giving users their own URLs for personalized access.
• Redirecting to another location for better navigation.
• Redirecting Several URLs to the same Destination for simplified management.
• Rewriting elements between path and query string for dynamic content.
• Turning URL Segments into query arguments for enhanced functionality.

Module 6. SSL

• Installing SSL for secure communications in government systems.
• Generating self-signed SSL certificates for testing and development.
• Generating a trusted CA for production environments.
• Serving a portion of the site via SSL for mixed content delivery.
• Authenticating with Client certificates for enhanced security.

Module 7. Dynamic Content

• Enabling a CGI Directory for dynamic scripts in government applications.
• Enabling CGI Scripts in Non-ScriptAliased Directories for flexible deployment.
• Specifying a Default Document in a CGI Directory for user convenience.
• Enabling and using WebDAV for file management, with considerations for security issues in government systems.

Section 3: Java Virtual Machine (Day 3 duration 0.5 days)

Tuning the Java Virtual Machine

Choosing the JVM settings for government applications

• Sizing the garbage collector generations for optimal performance.
• Where to configure JVM settings for government systems.
• When you cannot allocate enough memory for the JVM in resource-constrained environments.
• The correct amount of memory to grant your application for efficient operation.
• Setting the correct heap size for optimal memory management.

The correct ratio between the young and old generations for government systems

• The garbage collector algorithms for efficient memory handling.
• Choosing the right garbage collector for your application to meet performance requirements.
• The G1 garbage collector for modern applications in government settings.
• Debugging garbage collection issues for reliable operation.
• Making good use of the memory for optimal resource utilization.
• Handling 'Out of Memory' errors to prevent system crashes.
• Finding the memory leak in your code for improved performance and reliability.

Section 4: Java Web

Introduction to Java Web technologies for government systems

• What is a Servlet and when to use it for web applications.
• Introduction to JSP for dynamic content generation.
• Servlet versus JSP for optimal development choices.
• What is a JavaBean for encapsulated data handling.
• Introduction to JEE for enterprise-level applications in government systems.
• The role of EJB (Session Beans, Entity Beans, MDB Beans) in an enterprise application for government use.
• The MVC pattern
  - The role of the Model in data management.
  - The role of the View in user interface presentation.
  - The role of the Controller in request handling and business logic execution.

Section 5: Multimedia content and HTML 5

• HTML 5 Audio and Video elements for rich media applications.
• Different streaming protocols
  - Internet Protocol television (IPTV) for broadcast services.
  - HTTP Live Streaming for on-demand content delivery.
• Server implementations for multimedia content in government systems.
• The role of OTT streaming for reaching a broader audience.

Section 6: JBoss (Day 4 duration 1 day)

Module 1: Installing Core Components

• Installing the Java environment for government systems.
• Installing JBoss AS for application deployment.
• Application server features for robust performance.
• Creating a custom server configuration for tailored operations.

Module 2: Customizing JBoss AS Services

• How to monitor JBoss AS services for efficient management.
• JBoss AS thread pool for performance optimization.
• Configuring logging services for detailed diagnostics.
• Configuring the connection to the database for data integrity.
• Configuring the transaction service for reliable operations.

Module 3. Deploying EJB 3 Session Beans

• Developing Enterprise JavaBeans for government applications.
• Configuring the EJB container for optimal performance.

Module 4: Deploying a Web Application

• Developing web layout for user-friendly interfaces.
• Configuring JBoss Web Server for secure and efficient deployment.

Module 5: Deploying Applications with JBoss Messaging Service

• The new JBoss Messaging system for advanced communication.
• Developing JMS applications for government use.
• Advanced JBoss Messaging techniques for enhanced functionality.

Module 6: Managing JBoss AS

• Introducing Java Management Extension (JMX) for system monitoring.
• JBoss AS Administration Console for user-friendly management.
• Managing applications for efficient deployment and maintenance.
• Administering resources for optimal resource utilization.

Module 7. JBoss Drools - Introduction

• Getting the software for government systems.
• Installing the BRMS/Guvnor for rule management.
• Installing the Drools plug-in for enhanced functionality.

Module 8. Using the Guvnor

• General Navigation for efficient use of the tool.
• Administration (Rules, Packages, Deployment) for comprehensive management.
• Building a Guided Rules with the Guvnor for customized rule creation.
• From Guvnor to JBoss IDE for integrated development environments.
• Testing your Rules for reliability and accuracy.