Course Outline

Introduction to Open Source

  • Defining open source and its importance for government operations
  • Common open-source licenses and community engagement
  • Methods for contributing to open-source projects

Linux Operating System

  • Overview of Linux distributions and their applications for government
  • Installation procedures for a Linux distribution (e.g., Ubuntu)
  • Fundamental structure of the Linux filesystem

Linux Command-Line Interface (CLI)

  • Techniques for navigating the Linux filesystem
  • Operations involving files and directories
  • Management of users, groups, and permissions

Linux System Administration

  • Software package management using package managers
  • Process management, system monitoring, and troubleshooting techniques
  • Scheduling tasks with cron and at commands

Introduction to Cloud Computing

  • Concepts and benefits of cloud computing for government agencies
  • Public, private, and hybrid cloud models
  • Services: Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS)

Cloud Deployment Models

  • Understanding various cloud deployment options for government use
  • Building and managing virtual machines in the cloud
  • Containerization with Docker for efficient resource utilization

Cloud Services and Technologies

  • Overview of different cloud service categories relevant to government operations
  • Exploration of cloud storage, databases, and networking solutions
  • Introduction to Kubernetes for orchestration in the cloud environment

Open Source in the Cloud

  • Utilizing open-source tools in cloud environments for government projects
  • Automation and configuration management with Ansible
  • Implementation of Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines

Security and Compliance

  • Fundamental cloud security concepts for government agencies
  • Identity and Access Management (IAM) best practices
  • Overview of compliance frameworks and recommended practices

Summary and Next Steps

  • Key takeaways from the course for government professionals
  • Career paths in open-source IT and cloud computing within the public sector
  • Resources for further learning and development

Requirements

  • Basic computer literacy
  • Familiarity with navigating a Linux command-line interface

Audience

  • Aspiring IT professionals for government and other sectors
  • Students pursuing technology-related fields
  • Professionals in non-technical roles seeking to enhance their digital skills
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