Software-Defined Networking (SDN) Training in Durham

This instructor-led, live training in Durham (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level IT architects, network administrators, and engineers who wish to deploy OpenDaylight in production environments, optimize its performance for large-scale use, and address common issues in SDN deployments.

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

• Deploy OpenDaylight in production environments for scalable SDN solutions for government.
• Optimize the performance of OpenDaylight deployments to manage high traffic volumes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve common issues in SDN deployments within public sector networks.
• Monitor and maintain OpenDaylight environments to ensure long-term stability and compliance with government standards.
• Scale OpenDaylight deployments to meet the evolving network demands of government agencies.

This instructor-led, live training in Durham (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level SDN developers and software engineers who wish to learn how to build custom SDN applications using OpenDaylight APIs and YANG models to enhance network functionality and scalability for government.

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

• Understand the architecture and components of OpenDaylight for government use.
• Utilize OpenDaylight APIs to develop SDN applications tailored for government networks.
• Create and manage YANG models to customize network configurations for government requirements.
• Deploy, test, and debug custom applications within an OpenDaylight environment suitable for government operations.
• Integrate OpenDaylight with external systems and network devices used in government agencies.

This instructor-led, live training in Durham (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level IT architects and network managers who wish to deploy and optimize ONOS in production environments for government use, ensuring scalability, performance, and reliability.

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

• Understand the architecture and core features of ONOS for production use in government settings.
• Deploy ONOS in a production environment using best practices for government operations.
• Configure clustering, redundancy, and fault tolerance in ONOS to meet government standards.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize ONOS deployments for scalability and performance in accordance with government requirements.
• Integrate ONOS with existing network infrastructure and tools used by government agencies.
• Plan and execute a successful ONOS upgrade process that aligns with government IT policies and procedures.

This instructor-led, live training in Durham (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level SDN developers and network engineers who wish to develop custom applications on the ONOS platform to address specific network challenges and enhance SDN capabilities for government use.

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

• Understand the architecture and core components of ONOS for government networks.
• Set up a development environment for creating ONOS applications tailored to public sector needs.
• Create, test, and deploy ONOS applications for managing SDN networks in a government context.
• Integrate ONOS applications with external systems and APIs used in the public sector.
• Troubleshoot and optimize ONOS applications for performance and scalability to meet government standards.

This instructor-led, live training in Durham (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level network engineers and DevOps teams who wish to deploy, configure, and manage SDN solutions using the OpenDaylight platform for government networks.

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

• Understand the architecture, components, and role of OpenDaylight in SDN ecosystems for government use.
• Install and configure OpenDaylight for various network scenarios within public sector environments.
• Develop and deploy network flows using OpenDaylight controllers tailored for government operations.
• Integrate OpenDaylight with SDN-enabled devices and existing networks to enhance governance and accountability in government systems.
• Troubleshoot and optimize OpenDaylight deployments for real-world use cases specific to government agencies.

This instructor-led, live training in Durham (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level network engineers, DevOps teams, and SDN developers who wish to understand and manage SDN environments using ONOS effectively for government applications.

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

• Understand the architecture and components of ONOS.
• Install and configure ONOS in a laboratory environment.
• Explore the capabilities of ONOS for managing SDN environments within government networks.
• Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot SDN networks using ONOS to meet public sector requirements.

This instructor-led, live training in Durham (online or onsite) is designed for beginner-level network engineers and IT administrators who wish to gain a foundational understanding of OpenDaylight concepts, its role in network automation, and the skills needed to begin automating network configurations and operations.

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

• Comprehend the significance of OpenDaylight in software-defined networking (SDN) for government applications.
• Install and configure OpenDaylight on a Linux-based system for government use.
• Examine the architecture and core features of OpenDaylight.
• Develop basic automated network configurations using OpenDaylight.
• Monitor and manage networks effectively using OpenDaylight controllers.

This instructor-led, live training in Durham (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level networking professionals and IT administrators who wish to understand the foundational concepts of ONOS, its architecture, and its deployment for scalable SDN solutions for government.

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

• Understand the role of ONOS in software-defined networking (SDN) for government.
• Describe the architecture and core components of ONOS for government.
• Install and configure ONOS on a Linux-based system for government use.
• Set up a basic SDN network using ONOS for government applications.
• Explore ONOS features for managing and scaling network infrastructure in government settings.

This instructor-led, live training in Durham (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level network engineers and IT professionals who wish to gain a foundational understanding of software-defined networking (SDN) concepts, learn about the architecture of OpenDaylight, and perform basic installation and configuration tasks for government environments.

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

• Understand the principles and benefits of software-defined networking (SDN).
• Explore the architecture and components of OpenDaylight.
• Install and configure OpenDaylight on a Linux system for government use.
• Integrate OpenDaylight with networking devices for enhanced operational efficiency.
• Execute basic OpenDaylight operations and commands to support public sector workflows.

The objective of this course is twofold: to gain a solid understanding of OpenStack architecture and to develop advanced troubleshooting skills. In the architecture segment, participants will learn how to design hardware for both public and private cloud environments, configure a high-availability control plane, select appropriate instance sizes, and safely overcommit cloud resources, among other critical tasks. Understanding the internals of Neutron (Networking Service) is also an essential component of OpenStack architecture. The course then transitions into methods for troubleshooting issues in OpenStack clusters, covering general tips, network diagnostics, and common pitfalls of major OpenStack services. Approximately 75% of the course content is dedicated to hands-on workshops conducted in a real OpenStack training environment, designed specifically for government professionals.

This comprehensive training course for government provides an in-depth introduction to OpenStack. It begins with an overview of the system and progresses through hands-on workshops that offer practical knowledge on managing private clouds based on OpenStack. The course also covers troubleshooting techniques and advanced architectural topics. The primary goal is to familiarize participants with the OpenStack ecosystem and provide a solid foundation for further expansion and refinement of OpenStack clouds. All necessary topics are included to prepare attendees for the Certificate OpenStack Administrator exam. Seventy-five percent of the course is dedicated to hands-on workshops conducted in a real OpenStack training environment, ensuring practical application and readiness for government cloud management tasks.

This comprehensive training program on OpenStack, an extended version of the OpenStack Bootcamp course, includes additional exercises, troubleshooting sessions, and sample examination tasks. Extended content is highlighted in bold in the course outline. The course begins with an introduction to the system, followed by hands-on workshops that provide practical knowledge for managing private clouds based on OpenStack. It also covers advanced topics such as troubleshooting and architectural considerations. The goal of this course is to familiarize participants with the OpenStack ecosystem and to provide a strong foundation for further expansion and refinement of OpenStack clouds. The course includes all necessary topics to prepare for the Certificate OpenStack Administrator exam. Seventy-five percent of the course is based on hands-on workshops in a real OpenStack training environment. Upon completion, participants will receive all materials and access to the training environment for self-study and feature/troubleshooting exercises.

Customization Options

The full course is designed to last at least five days. It can be shortened if certain topics are not relevant to the specific needs of the participants. For beginners who may require a slower pace, it is recommended to extend the course to six days or remove some advanced topics. Additionally, the course can be extended by one more day to cover OVN topics, further enhancing the training experience for government.

The course provides comprehensive training on OpenStack networking. It begins with an introduction to OpenStack and its architecture, followed by a detailed explanation of core OpenStack projects such as the Identity service (Keystone), Image service (Glance), Compute service (Nova), and Block storage (Cinder). This foundational knowledge sets the stage for an in-depth focus on the Networking project (Neutron). The course also covers virtual network infrastructure, including the Open Virtual Network project, Open vSwitch, and OpenFlow. The primary objective is to equip participants with a thorough understanding of basic operations and architecture within OpenStack, as well as familiarity with various networking technologies underlying OpenStack, with extended information on OVN and its associated flows, resources, and tools.

Customization Options

The training can be tailored to fit specific needs. For instance, it can be condensed into a 2-day program that focuses on core aspects relevant for government agencies. Alternatively, the course can be expanded to cover additional topics such as administrative tasks, design considerations, networking challenges, and troubleshooting techniques related to OpenStack deployments. It is also possible to include discussions of other underlying SDN solutions like Linux Bridge or OvS.

This instructor-led, live training in Durham (online or onsite) is aimed at network engineers who wish to utilize Linux for network engineering purposes for government.

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

• Configure and manage Linux services for networking.
• Replace traditional switches with Linux-based switching solutions.
• Use Linux commands to effectively manage processes.
• Set up an SDN (Software-Defined Networking) environment to automate network maintenance tasks.

In this instructor-led, live training in Durham (online or onsite), participants will learn how to utilize ONAP for government to automate networking services.

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

• Understand, install, and configure the various components within the ONAP ecosystem for government.
• Execute real-time, policy-driven orchestration and automation of physical and virtual network functions for government operations.
• Design, create, orchestrate, and monitor VNFs, SDNs, and other network services in alignment with public sector workflows.
• Efficiently manage the entire networking lifecycle using a software-driven approach that emphasizes governance and accountability for government.
• Develop, deploy, and scale a network leveraging the latest open source technologies and practices tailored for government use.

This instructor-led, live training in Durham (online or onsite) is aimed at networking engineers and developers who wish to configure, execute, and manage programmable networking resources using P4 for government applications.

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

• Understand the fundamentals of the P4 language.
• Program network devices for enhanced control and efficiency.
• Set up a server for effective traffic management.
• Compile and execute a P4 program to support control plane applications in government networks.
• Manage network congestion using advanced monitoring and debugging techniques.

This instructor-led, live training in Durham (online or onsite) is designed for system administrators, network engineers, and developers who aim to install, configure, and manage controllers, applications, and networking devices under a software-defined network (SDN).

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

• Establish a virtual network.
• Develop applications.
• Utilize controllers to manage a software-defined network.

This training is tailored to enhance the skills necessary for government professionals, ensuring alignment with public sector workflows and governance requirements.

This course provides practical knowledge on OpenStack and private cloud security, tailored specifically for government agencies. It begins with an introduction to the system, followed by hands-on instruction on securing private clouds and implementing robust security measures in OpenStack installations. Throughout the course, participants will gain in-depth understanding of each core OpenStack module, building virtual identity, image, network, compute, and storage resources while discussing pertinent security issues. Each participant will have their own training environment featuring a complete OpenStack installation based on selected cloud architecture (e.g., storage, networking). The training can be highly customized to meet the specific needs of government clients.

Customization Options
The course can be condensed to 2 days, focusing on core aspects most relevant for government agencies. Alternatively, it can be extended to cover additional topics such as administrative tasks, design considerations, networking configurations, and troubleshooting issues related to OpenStack deployments.