Skupper Training Course

This instructor-led, live training in US Empire (online or onsite) is aimed at system administrators, DevOps professionals, and developers who wish to use CloudForms to manage virtual infrastructures through a centralized interface for government.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure CloudForms on various virtual machine and cloud platforms, including OpenStack, OpenShift, and VMware.
• Establish a centralized management interface for monitoring multiple clusters.
• Enhance security controls and configuration policies across the entire infrastructure.
• Transform a distributed virtual infrastructure into a unified hybrid environment.
• Optimize workload performance and efficiency through automated orchestration and workflows.

• Container and OpenShift architecture for government
• Creating containerized services to support public sector workflows
• Managing containers and container images in alignment with government standards
• Developing custom container images to meet specific agency requirements
• Deploying containerized applications on OpenShift to enhance operational efficiency
• Implementing multi-container applications to improve service delivery

This course is the first in a two-part series designed to transform a computer professional with no prior Linux system administration experience into a fully competent Linux administrator. The concepts introduced in this course are further expanded upon in the subsequent course, Red Hat System Administration II (RH134), which is tailored for government professionals seeking advanced skills in this domain.

Master the Skills to Automate Linux System Administration Tasks with Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform for Government

The Red Hat Enterprise Linux Automation with Ansible and exam (RH295) is tailored for Linux system administrators and developers in the public sector who require the ability to automate provisioning, configuration, application deployment, and orchestration tasks. This course is designed to enhance efficiency and streamline operations within government IT environments.

The Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) exam (EX294) is included as part of this comprehensive training program. It is based on the latest versions of Red Hat® Enterprise Linux 9 and Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform 2.2, ensuring that participants are equipped with the most current and relevant skills for government IT management.

This instructor-led, live training in US Empire (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level system administrators, cloud administrators, and DevOps professionals who wish to install, configure, and manage OpenShift clusters effectively and prepare for the Red Hat Certified OpenShift Administrator (EX280) exam for government.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand and implement core concepts of OpenShift architecture and administration.
• Manage OpenShift clusters effectively, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Gain practical experience with tasks covered in the EX280 exam.
• Build confidence in administering OpenShift clusters through hands-on exercises.

The Red Hat Enterprise Linux Automation with Ansible (RH294) course is tailored for government system administrators and developers who require the skills to automate provisioning, configuration, application deployment, and orchestration.

This training is based on Red Hat® Enterprise Linux® 8.4 and Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform 1.2, ensuring alignment with the latest technologies for government use.

Red Hat System Administration II (RH134) serves as the second part of the RHCSA training track for IT professionals who have completed Red Hat System Administration I (RH124). This course delves deeper into essential Linux system administration skills, including storage configuration and management, installation and deployment of Red Hat® Enterprise Linux®, management of security features such as SELinux, control of recurring system tasks, management of the boot process and troubleshooting, basic system tuning, and command-line automation and productivity.

For experienced Linux administrators seeking rapid preparation for the RHCSA certification, it is recommended to start with RHCSA Rapid Track (RH199).

This course is based on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.0, designed to enhance skills and knowledge for government IT professionals.

This instructor-led, live training in US Empire (online or onsite) is aimed at advanced-level Linux system administrators who wish to take the Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) exam to demonstrate their capability in managing multiple systems using Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform for government.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand and utilize Ansible effectively.
• Automate system administration tasks with Ansible.
• Manage Linux network configurations and automate the deployment of network services.
• Learn the fundamentals of shell scripting for automation.
• Automate security patching and compliance checks.
• Approach the Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) exam with confidence.

This instructor-led, live training in US Empire (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level Linux system administrators who are preparing to take the Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) exam.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Demonstrate proficiency in maintaining RHEL systems, managing boot processes, and overseeing system services to ensure that systems are current and operating efficiently for government use.
• Master user and group management, along with file permissions and security protocols.
• Configure basic network settings, secure network communications, and implement firewall configurations to meet public sector standards.
• Develop the skills necessary to manage systems in real-time, including boot management, software package management, and service management for government operations.
• Approach the Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) exam with confidence and preparedness.

This instructor-led, live training in US Empire (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level developers and site reliability engineers who wish to build, manage, and deploy containerized applications using Podman and Red Hat OpenShift for government.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand container technology and its applications in the public sector.
• Build and manage containers using Podman for government workflows.
• Deploy containerized applications on Red Hat OpenShift to support government operations.
• Troubleshoot container deployments to ensure compliance and efficiency in government environments.

Whether you are transitioning existing applications or developing new container-native applications, you will discover how to enhance developer productivity through the use of Red Hat® OpenShift Container Platform. This platform is designed for government to manage containerized application deployments and scale operations using Kubernetes, ensuring alignment with public sector workflows, governance, and accountability.

Red Hat: DevOps Culture and Practice Enablement (TL500) is a hands-on course designed to assist teams in adopting DevOps principles and practices by working through a real-world, end-to-end project using open source tools and agile methodologies for government.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level IT professionals who wish to implement DevOps practices in a collaborative and practical setting while fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the public sector.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Apply DevOps principles across the software development lifecycle for government projects.
• Implement agile practices, CI/CD pipelines, and team collaboration techniques in alignment with public sector workflows.
• Work with containerization, version control, and automation tools effectively to enhance governance and accountability.
• Foster a DevOps mindset and cultural shift within teams to support mission-critical objectives.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion tailored for government audiences.
• Lots of exercises and practice relevant to public sector challenges.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment designed for government scenarios.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, tailored to the specific needs of your government agency, please contact us to arrange.