Training



    Overview

    This 5-day instructor-led course teaches you the skills needed to install and administer IBM WebSphere Application Server V8. As the latest release of WebSphere Application Server, Version 8 offers you enhanced support for standards, emerging technology, and a choice of development frameworks.

    In this course, you learn how to install, configure, and maintain IBM WebSphere Application Server V8 base and Network Deployment (ND), and to deploy enterprise Java applications in a single machine or clustered configuration. In addition, you learn how to work with features new to WebSphere Application Server V8, such as IBM Installation Manager, WebSphere Customization Toolbox, administrative console extensions, security enhancements, and the centralized installation manager. Optional units cover topics such as centralized installation, auditing, and customizing Information Center content.

    Throughout the course, hands-on exercises and demonstrations reinforce lecture content. You gain practical experience with WebSphere Application Server V8 by performing tasks such as installing and assembling applications, using properties file-based configuration, applying problem determination techniques, and working with fine-grained administrative security.

    Audience

    This intermediate course is designed for administrators who install, configure, and manage web-based applications on WebSphere Application Server. Web administrators, lead application developers, and application architects can also benefit from this course.

    Prerequisites
    You should have:
     An understanding of basic Internet concepts
     Experience using a web browser
     Administrative skills for a web server, such as IBM HTTP Server or Apache
     Basic operational skills for the AIX operating system
    Objective
     Relate WebSphere Application Server to the WebSphere family of products
     Describe the features and standards in WebSphere Application Server V8
     Describe the architectural concepts related to WebSphere Application Server
     Install and configure WebSphere Application Server V8
     Explain the basic concepts of Java Platform, Enterprise Edition (Java EE) 6
     Assemble and install server-side Java enterprise applications
     Use WebSphere administrative tools to configure and manage enterprise applications
     Use the wsadmin scripting library
     Configure WebSphere Application Server security
     Deploy applications in clustered environments
     View performance information about server and application components
     Use problem determination tools and log files to troubleshoot problems
     Configure messaging with the service integration bus

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    Overview

    An updated version of this course is available. For more information, click WebSphere Application Server V8 Administration for Windows (WA380).

    This 5-day instructor-led course teaches students the skills needed to install and administer IBM WebSphere Application Server V7. As the latest release of WebSphere Application Server, Version 7 offers users enhanced support for standards, emerging technology, and a choice of development frameworks.

    In this course, students learn how to install, configure, and maintain IBM WebSphere Application Server V7 base and Network Deployment (ND), and to deploy enterprise Java applications in a single machine or clustered configuration. In addition, students learn how to work with features new to WebSphere Application Server V7, such as flexible management, business-level applications, administrative console extensions, security enhancements, and the centralized installation manager. Optional units cover topics such as centralized installation and auditing.

    Throughout the course, hands-on exercises and demonstrations reinforce lecture content. Students gain practical experience with WebSphere Application Server V7 by performing tasks such as installing and assembling applications, using properties file-based configuration, applying problem determination techniques, and working with fine-grained administrative security.

    Audience

    This intermediate course is designed for administrators who install, configure, and manage Web-based applications on WebSphere Application Server. Web masters, lead application developers, and application architects may also find this course beneficial.

    Prerequisites

    Students should have:

     An understanding of basic Internet concepts
     Experience using a Web browser
     Administration skills for a Web server, such as IBM HTTP Server or Apache
     Basic operational skills for the Windows XP operating system

    Objective

     Relate WebSphere Application Server to the WebSphere family of products
     Describe the features and standards in WebSphere Application Server V7
     Describe the architectural concepts related to WebSphere Application Server
     Install and configure WebSphere Application Server V7
     Explain the basic concepts of the Java Platform, Enterprise Edition (Java EE 5) platform
     Assemble and install server-side Java enterprise applications
     Use WebSphere administrative tools to configure and manage enterprise applications
     Use the wsadmin scripting library
     Configure WebSphere Application Server security
     Deploy applications in clustered environments
     View performance information about server and application components
     Use problem determination tools and log files to troubleshoot problems
     Configure messaging with the service integration bus

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    Overview

    This 5-day instructor-led course teaches students the skills needed to install and administer IBM WebSphere Application Server V8. As the latest release of WebSphere Application Server, Version 8 offers users enhanced support for standards, emerging technology, and a choice of development frameworks.

    In this course, students learn how to install, configure, and maintain IBM WebSphere Application Server V8 base and Network Deployment (ND), and to deploy enterprise Java applications in a single machine or clustered configuration. In addition, students learn how to work with features new to WebSphere Application Server V8, such as IBM Installation Manager, WebSphere Customization Toolbox, administrative console extensions, security enhancements, and the centralized installation manager. Optional units cover topics such as centralized installation, auditing, and customizing Information Center content.

    Throughout the course, hands-on exercises and demonstrations reinforce lecture content. Students gain practical experience with WebSphere Application Server V8 by performing tasks such as installing and assembling applications, using properties file-based configuration, applying problem determination techniques, and working with fine-grained administrative security.
    For information about other related WebSphere courses, visit the WebSphere Education Training Paths website:

    Audience

    This intermediate course is designed for administrators who install, configure, and manage web-based applications on WebSphere Application Server. Web administrators, lead application developers, and application architects can also benefit from this course.

    Prerequisites


    You should have:


     An understanding of basic Internet concepts
     Experience using a web browser
     Administrative skills for a web server, such as IBM HTTP Server or Apache
     Basic operational skills for the Windows XP Professional operating system

    Objective

     Relate WebSphere Application Server to the WebSphere family of products
     Describe the features and standards in WebSphere Application Server V8
     Describe the architectural concepts related to WebSphere Application Server
     Install and configure WebSphere Application Server V8
     Explain the basic concepts of Java Platform, Enterprise Edition (Java EE) 6
     Assemble and install server-side Java enterprise applications
     Use WebSphere administrative tools to configure and manage enterprise applications
     Use the wsadmin scripting library
     Configure WebSphere Application Server security
     Deploy applications in clustered environments
     View performance information about server and application components
     Use problem determination tools and log files to troubleshoot problems
     Configure messaging with the service integration bus

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    Overview

    An updated version of this course is available. For more information, click Mobile Application Administration with IBM Worklight V6.2 (WA505G).

    This course is also available as a self-paced virtual (e-learning) course, Managing Mobile Applications with IBM Worklight V6 (SPVC) (ZA504). This option does not require any travel.

    In this 2-day course, you learn about the capabilities of IBM Worklight and how to use it to deploy and manage mobile applications.

    The course begins with overviews of mobile development, IBM Worklight V6, and Worklight Studio. You then learn about the essential administrative tasks that are involved with the management of cross-platform mobile applications.

    The course covers topics that include IBM Worklight security, push notification monitoring, operational analytics, direct update and version management, migrating applications from development to test or production, and managing applications with the IBM Application Center.

    The lab environment for this course uses the Windows platform.

    Audience


    This intermediate course is designed for experienced system administrators who want to deploy and manage applications to Android and iOS* mobile environments by using IBM Worklight V6.



    Prerequisites


    You should have experience in WebSphere system administration. A basic knowledge of web application development with Eclipse is helpful.



    Objective

     Describe the various mobile application design approaches
     Describe the capabilities of IBM Worklight
     Describe the Worklight runtime architecture
     Explain Worklight application security concepts
     Secure the Worklight server environment
     Use the Worklight console to monitor push notifications
     Manage application updates and versions
     Migrate applications from a development to a production environment
     Monitor device usage statics and generate analytic reports
     Configure the IBM Application Center and use it to manage mobile application distribution within an organization
     Tune the Worklight Server
     Describe the Worklight deployment capabilities of IBM PureApplication System

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    Overview

    An updated version of this course is available. For more information, click WebSphere Application Server V8 Administration for Linux (WA580).

    This 5-day instructor-led course teaches you the skills needed to install and administer IBM WebSphere Application Server V7. As the latest release of WebSphere Application Server, Version 7 offers users enhanced support for standards, emerging technology, and a choice of development frameworks.

    In this course, learn how to install, configure, and maintain IBM WebSphere Application Server V7 base and Network Deployment (ND), and to deploy enterprise Java applications in a single machine or clustered configuration. In addition, learn how to work with features new to WebSphere Application Server V7, such as flexible management, business-level applications, administrative console extensions, security enhancements, and the centralized installation manager. Optional units cover topics such as centralized installation and auditing.

    Throughout the course, hands-on exercises and demonstrations reinforce lecture content. Gain practical experience with WebSphere Application Server V7 by performing tasks such as installing and assembling applications, using properties file-based configuration, applying problem determination techniques, and working with fine-grained administrative security.

    Audience

    This intermediate course is designed for administrators who install, configure, and manage Web-based applications on WebSphere Application Server. Web masters, lead application developers, and application architects may also find this course beneficial.

    The course is applicable to users running WebSphere Application Server on various platforms including IBM i systems.

    Prerequisites

    You should have:

     An understanding of basic Internet concepts
     Experience using a Web browser
     Administration skills for a Web server, such as IBM HTTP Server or Apache
     Basic operational skills for the Linux operating system

    Objective

     Relate WebSphere Application Server to the WebSphere family of products
     Describe the features and standards in WebSphere Application Server V7
     Describe the architectural concepts related to WebSphere Application Server
     Install and configure WebSphere Application Server V7
     Explain the basic concepts of the Java Platform, Enterprise Edition (Java EE 5) platform
     Assemble and install server-side Java enterprise applications
     Use WebSphere administrative tools to configure and manage enterprise applications
     Use the wsadmin scripting library
     Configure WebSphere Application Server security
     Deploy applications in clustered environments
     View performance information about server and application components
     Use problem determination tools and log files to troubleshoot problems
     Configure messaging with the service integration bus

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    Overview

    An updated version of this course is available. For more information, click WebSphere Application Server V8.5 Administration (WA585)

    This 5-day instructor-led course teaches students the skills needed to install and administer IBM WebSphere Application Server V8. As the latest release of WebSphere Application Server, Version 8 offers users enhanced support for standards, emerging technology, and a choice of development frameworks.

    In this course, students learn how to install, configure, and maintain IBM WebSphere Application Server V8 base and Network Deployment (ND), and to deploy enterprise Java applications in a single machine or clustered configuration. In addition, students learn how to work with features new to WebSphere Application Server V8, such as IBM Installation Manager, WebSphere Customization Toolbox, administrative console extensions, security enhancements, and the centralized installation manager. Optional units cover topics such as centralized installation, auditing, and customizing Information Center content.

    Throughout the course, hands-on exercises and demonstrations reinforce lecture content. Students gain practical experience with WebSphere Application Server V8 by performing tasks such as installing and assembling applications, using properties file-based configuration, applying problem determination techniques, and working with fine-grained administrative security.

    Audience

    This intermediate course is designed for administrators who install, configure, and manage web-based applications on WebSphere Application Server. Web administrators, lead application developers, and application architects can also benefit from this course.

    The course is applicable to users running WebSphere Application Server on various platforms including IBM i systems.

    Prerequisites

    Students should have:

     An understanding of basic Internet concepts
     Experience using a web browser
     Administrative skills for a web server, such as IBM HTTP Server or Apache
     Basic operational skills for the Linux operating system

    Objective

     Relate WebSphere Application Server to the WebSphere family of products
     Describe the features and standards in WebSphere Application Server V8
     Describe the architectural concepts related to WebSphere Application Server
     Install and configure WebSphere Application Server V8
     Explain the basic concepts of Java Platform, Enterprise Edition (Java EE) 6
     Assemble and install server-side Java enterprise applications
     Use WebSphere administrative tools to configure and manage enterprise applications
     Use the wsadmin scripting library
     Configure WebSphere Application Server security
     Deploy applications in clustered environments
     View performance information about server and application components
     Use problem determination tools and log files to troubleshoot problems
     Configure messaging with the service integration bus

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    Overview

    An updated version of this course is available. For more information, click WebSphere Application Server V8.5.5 Administration (WA855)

    This 5-day instructor-led course teaches you the skills that are needed to install and administer IBM WebSphere Application Server V8.5, which offers users enhanced support for standards, emerging technology, and a choice of development frameworks.

    In this course, you learn how to install, configure, and maintain IBM WebSphere Application Server V8.5 base, Network Deployment (ND), and the Liberty profile, and to deploy enterprise Java applications in a single computer or clustered configuration. In addition, you learn how to work with features of WebSphere Application Server V8.5, such as IBM Installation Manager, WebSphere Customization Toolbox, administrative console extensions, security enhancements, Intelligent Management Pack, and the centralized installation manager.

    Throughout the course, hands-on exercises and demonstrations reinforce lecture content. You gain practical experience with WebSphere Application Server V8.5 by completing tasks such as installing and assembling applications, applying problem determination techniques, configuring a clustered environment, and working with fine-grained administrative security.

    Audience

    This intermediate course is designed for administrators who install, configure, and manage web-based applications on WebSphere Application Server. Web administrators, lead application developers, and application architects can also benefit from this course.

    The course is applicable to users running WebSphere Application Server on various platforms including IBM i systems.

    Prerequisites

    You should have:

     An understanding of basic internet concepts
     Experience in using a web browser
     Administrative skills for a web server, such as IBM HTTP Server or Apache
     Basic operational skills for the Linux operating system

    Objective

     Relate WebSphere Application Server to the WebSphere family of products
     Describe the features and standards in WebSphere Application Server V8.5
     Describe the architectural concepts that are related to WebSphere Application Server
     Install and configure WebSphere Application Server V8.5
     Install and configure IBM HTTP Server (IHS)
     Assemble and install server-side Java enterprise applications
     Use WebSphere administrative tools to configure and manage enterprise applications
     Use wsadmin scripting
     Configure WebSphere Application Server security
     Deploy applications in clustered environments
     View performance information about server and application components
     Use problem determination tools and log files to troubleshoot problems
     Configure messaging with the service integration bus
     Describe the Intelligent Management Pack
     Describe WebSphere Batch features
     Describe the Liberty profile
     Install and configure the Liberty profile


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    Overview

    This course is also available as self-paced virtual (e-learning) course WebSphere Application Server V8.5.5 Problem Determination (ZA591). This option does not require any travel.

    This 5-day instructor-led course teaches you how to manage WebSphere Application Server problems more skillfully within your organization by using problem determination tools and techniques. The instructor and students explore common scenarios that you might face in your daily activities. You also learn methodologies and techniques for problem determination, including how to use online IBM support tools to resolve problems. In addition, you learn how to communicate more effectively with IBM support teams so they can identify a problem and find its solution.

    The course covers problems that are associated with Java virtual machine (JVM) tuning and memory management, database connectivity, connection pool configuration, security configuration, server start and stop failures, application deployment, web requests, and default messaging.

    In hands-on lab exercises throughout the course, you gain practical experience with problem determination techniques by using your newly acquired skills within various scenarios. These scenarios include hung threads, OutOfMemory errors, crashes, data source configuration, security-related issues, server start and stop failures, web requests, and Java Message Service (JMS) message flow issues.

    The lab environment for this course uses the Linux platform.

    Audience

    This intermediate course is designed for anyone who works on WebSphere related applications and projects, including administrators, IBM Business Partners, independent software vendors (ISVs), and consultants.

    Prerequisites

    You should have:

     basic operating skills for the Linux or UNIX operating systems. You should also have:

     WebSphere administration skills, which can be obtained by completing an IBM WebSphere Application Server V8.5.5 Administration course WebSphere Application Server V8.5.5 Administration (WA855), WebSphere Application Server V8.5.5 Administration (Remote Classroom) (VA855), or WebSphere Application Server V8.5.5 Administration (Self-paced) (ZA855) or through practical experience in administering a WebSphere Application Server environment.

    Objective

     Use IBM Support Assistant to organize and analyze problem artifacts
     Use problem determination techniques to identify common problems
     Apply problem investigation approaches such as analysis and isolation
     Gather diagnostic data problem artifacts by using administrative tools
     Troubleshoot JVM-related problems such as hung threads, out of memory issues, and crashes
     Use IBM Support Assistant to run tools that analyze diagnostic data
     Identify and troubleshoot common problems with database connections
     Configure and tune database connection pools
     Troubleshoot WebSphere security problems associated with authentication, authorization, SSL, and Java 2 policies
     Identify and resolve Java EE application deployment problems
     Troubleshoot HTTP request flow problems from web server to web container
     Identify and resolve application server startup failures
     Troubleshoot problems associated with WebSphere default messaging and SI bus
     Troubleshoot WebSphere installation problems
     Use Intelligent Management features to configure health policies and tasks
     Communicate effectively with IBM support teams

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    Overview

    This course is also available as self-paced virtual (e-learning) course WebSphere V8 Scripting and Automation (ZA680) (Self-paced). This option does not require any travel.

    This 5-day instructor-led course teaches you the skills that are required to automate the administration of a WebSphere Application Server V8.5 environment.

    Most administrative tasks are multi-step and repeatedly used, and GUI-based administration tools can quickly become impractical and even a burden. WebSphere Application Server offers a collection of tools and technologies that you can use to create automated scripts, facilitating system administration.

    The course describes the scripting facilities in WebSphere Application Server and teaches you how to use the Jython language with WebSphere administrative objects to develop scripts that automate common administrative tasks.

    Hands-on exercises throughout the course reinforce lecture content and give you practical experience with the WebSphere Application Server V8.5 scripting environment. Exercises include tasks such as creating and configuring an application server environment, installing and configuring the IBM HTTP Server, and automating the installation of WebSphere Application Server.

    Audience

    This intermediate course is for systems integrators, administrators, architects, and developers who use WebSphere Application Server to configure, administer, or architect solutions.

    Prerequisites

    You should have a thorough understanding of the topologies and runtime administration of WebSphere Application Server Network Deployment environments.

    You can gain this knowledge through experience or by completing one of the following courses:

     Transition to WebSphere Application Server V8.5 for Administrators (WU805) or (VU805)
     WebSphere Application Server V8.5 Administration (WA585) or (VA585)

    Objective

     Describe the support in WebSphere Application Server for scripting and automation
     Use Jython and the IBM Assembly and Deploy Tools (IADT) to develop automated scripts
     Identify the administrative objects and programming APIs needed for administrative scripting
     Use the wsadmin tool to prototype and run scripts
     Write scripts to automate common WebSphere Application Server administration tasks
     Describe the use of Ant to automate tasks
     Use Jython scripting to submit jobs to the job manager

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    Overview

    This 3-day instructor-led course teaches students how to tune WebSphere Application Servers for improved performance.

    In this course, students learn about performance tuning methods and best practices that apply to both the application server environment and the Java EE application. These methods and tools for load testing, monitoring, and tuning can be applied to various WebSphere components such as the application server's Java Virtual Machine (JVM), connection pools, and general runtime environment.

    Instructor-led lectures cover topics such as performance tuning concepts and tasks, tools for load testing, monitoring server performance, best practices for tuning the JVM and connection pools, and application profiling.

    Hands-on lab exercises provided throughout the course give students practical experience using tools to generate user loads on an application and monitor key performance metrics such as response time and throughput. Students also learn how to gather information from WebSphere's built-in performance advisors and how to use this information to tune, test, and monitor sample Java EE applications.

    Audience

    This intermediate course is designed for anyone who works on WebSphere-related applications and projects, including administrators, business partners, independent software vendors (ISVs), and consultants.

    The course is applicable to users running WebSphere Application Server on various platforms including IBM i systems.

    Prerequisites

    Students must have:

     WebSphere administration skills, which can be obtained by successfully completing an IBM WebSphere Application Server V7 Administration course (WA170) (VA170) (WA370) (VA370) (ZA370) (WA570) or (VA570) or through practical experience administering a WebSphere Application Server environment.

    Students should also have:

      basic operating skills for the Linux operating system.

    Objective

     Apply performance tuning methods to WebSphere Application Servers
     Perform load testing using the Rational Performance Tester (RPT)
     Monitor application server performance using WebSphere and the IBM Support Assistant (ISA)
     Monitor and tune the JVM for optimum throughput and response time
     Monitor and tune connection pools for optimum performance
     Implement best practices for general WebSphere runtime performance
     Use the Rational Application Developer to profile and tune Java EE applications

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    Overview

    This course is also available as self-paced virtual (e-learning), WebSphere Application Server V8.5.5 Administration (ZA855). Please note that this option does not require any travel.

    This 5-day instructor-led course teaches you the skills that are needed to install and administer IBM WebSphere Application Server V8.5.5. This release offers users enhanced support for standards, emerging technology, and a choice of development frameworks.

    In this course, you learn how to install, configure, and maintain IBM WebSphere Application Server V8.5.5 base, Network Deployment (ND), and the Liberty profile. You learn how to deploy enterprise Java applications in a single computer or clustered configuration. In addition, you learn how to work with features of WebSphere Application Server V8.5.5, such as IBM Installation Manager, WebSphere Customization Toolbox, security enhancements, Intelligent Management, and centralized installation.

    Throughout the course, hands-on exercises and demonstrations reinforce lecture content and give you practical experience with WebSphere Application Server V8.5.5. You complete tasks such as installing and assembling applications, applying problem determination techniques, configuring a clustered environment, and working with fine-grained administrative security.

    Audience

    This intermediate course is designed for administrators who install, configure, and manage web-based applications on WebSphere Application Server. Web administrators, lead application developers, and application architects can also benefit from this course.

    The course is applicable to users running WebSphere Application Server on various platforms including IBM i systems.

    Prerequisites

    You should have:

     An understanding of basic internet concepts
     Experience in using a web browser
     Administrative skills for a web server, such as IBM HTTP Server or Apache
     Basic operational skills for the Linux operating system

    Objective

     Relate WebSphere Application Server to the WebSphere family of products
     Describe the features and standards in WebSphere Application Server V8.5.5
     Describe the architectural concepts that are related to WebSphere Application Server
     Install and configure WebSphere Application Server V8.5.5
     Install and configure IBM HTTP Server (IHS)
     Assemble and install server-side Java enterprise applications
     Use WebSphere administrative tools to configure and manage enterprise applications
     Use wsadmin scripting
     Configure WebSphere Application Server security
     Deploy applications in clustered environments
     View performance information about server and application components
     Use problem determination tools and log files to troubleshoot problems
     Configure messaging with the service integration bus
     Describe Intelligent Management features
     Describe WebSphere Batch features
     Describe the Liberty profile
     Install and configure the Liberty profile

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    Overview

    This three-day instructor-led course teaches students how to configure and use the advanced features of WebSphere Application Server V7.0 Network Deployment in a multi-node environment.

    This course provides students with a working knowledge of WebSphere Application Server V7.0 Network Deployment installation, security, and management. The course begins with a discussion on installing WebSphere Application Server Network Deployment in a distributed environment, and covers topics such as automated performance optimization, centralized management, and high availability.

    Students learn about advanced WebSphere Application Server multi-node administration topics, such as security and management, through hands-on activities and group discussions that build a solid understanding of best practices for designing, configuring, and managing a Network Deployment cell. For example, students learn how to articulate, design, and implement robust workload management scenarios in order to improve performance and manage failover. Students also learn about the intricacies of end-to-end security, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (Java EE) security, Secure Sockets Layers (SSL), and digital signatures that are relevant to administrators.

    Hands-on exercises throughout the course reinforce the concepts covered in the lectures and allow students to practice their new administration skills. Skills covered in the exercises include setting up and managing SSL, using Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) or local registries, and working with WebSphere Platform Messaging.

    NOTE: This course requires three (3) virtual nodes for every two students and three (3) separate VMware images, as well as a common virtual node and VMware image for the class.

    Audience

    This advanced course is designed for experienced administrators who install, configure, and manage Web-based applications on WebSphere Application Server V7.0. It is also appropriate for webmasters and application architects.

    Prerequisites

    You should have:

     Solid knowledge of Internet protocols, such as HTTP, Internet Inter-Orb Protocol (IIOP), and HTTPS
     Basic WebSphere Application Server knowledge
     Linux operating system knowledge
     Basic knowledge of LDAP servers
     Administration skills for a Web server such as IBM HTTP Server or Apache
     Basic operational skills using the Linux operating system

    Objective

     Describe the architectural concepts related to WebSphere Application Server V7.0
     Configure WebSphere Application Server
     Install and configure IBM HTTP Server, both interactively and silently
     Create WebSphere profiles interactively and silently
     Explain the basic concepts of Java EE
     Assemble and install server-side Java enterprise applications
     Use WebSphere Application Server administrative tools to configure and manage enterprise applications through the graphical user interface (GUI) console and through wsdamin scripts
     Configure the WebSphere security registry to use Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP)
     Configure SSL communication between WebSphere Application Server and LDAP
     Enable Java 2 security
     Configure Java EE security for server-side application resources
     Deploy applications and configure resources in clustered environments interactively and through wsadmin scripts
     Install and configure the Load Balancer Edge component
     Install and configure the Caching Proxy Edge component
     Configure WebSphere Platform Messaging for workload management and high availability

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    Overview

    This 3-day instructor-led course teaches you the skills that are needed to configure and administer IBM WebSphere Application Server V8.5 Intelligent Management features.

    Intelligent Management provides capabilities that give your WebSphere Application Server environment better performance, throughput, scalability, availability, serviceability, and reliability, while reducing complexity and improving manageability.

    In this course, you learn how to configure and monitor dynamic clusters, and how they should behave as different mixes of application requests are sent into the environment. You learn how to configure service policies that specify request importance and response time goals, and how to configure health policies to monitor for problems in your environment. You also learn how to use the application edition management features to roll out and validate new applications. The course also describes many other features of Intelligent Management.

    The course concludes with a discussion of some of the design and deployment issues you must consider when you use Intelligent Management features.

    Hands-on exercises throughout the course give you practical experience with WebSphere Application Server V8.5 Intelligent Management. In the exercises, you complete tasks such as creating and monitoring dynamic clusters, configuring service policies, managing application editions, configuring health policies, and working with centralized log management and request-based tracing.

    Audience

    This intermediate course is designed for systems integrators, administrators, architects, and developers who are responsible for configuring, administering, or architecting solutions that include WebSphere Application Server.

    Prerequisites

    You should complete one of the WebSphere Application Server V8.5 Administration courses:

     WebSphere Application Server V8.5 Administration (WA585)
     WebSphere Application Server V8.5 Administration (Remote Classroom) (VA585)
     WebSphere Application Server V8.5 Administration (Self-paced) (ZA585)
     Transition to WebSphere Application Server V8.5 for Administrators (WU805) or
     Transition to WebSphere Application Server V8.5 for Administrators (Remote) (VU805), or have a thorough understanding of the topologies and runtime administration of WebSphere Application Server Network Deployment environments.

    Objective

     Explain the concept of middleware virtualization
     Describe the architecture of the runtime components that Intelligent Management uses
     Use Intelligent Management monitoring
     Configure application server dynamic operations and explain their behavior
     Configure health management and explain its behavior
     Configure application edition management and explain its behavior
     Explain the behavior of on demand router dynamic clusters
     Use the features of centralized log management
     Configure a highly available deployment manager and explain its behavior
     Make some of the design and deployment decisions that are associated with Intelligent Management

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