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Nginx Web Server Administration Training Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction and Installation of NGINX

  • Basic Functionality
    • Introduction to NGINX
    • Create NGINX Configuration Files
    • Control NGINX Processes at Runtime
  • Exploring Load Balancer
    • HTTP, TCP, and UDP Load Balancing
    • Configure Dynamic Load Balancing with the NGINX
    • PROXY Protocol

Module 2: Introduction to NGINX Content Caching and Web Server

  • Configuring NGINX as a Web Server
    • Virtual Servers Setting Up
    • Locations Configuration
    • Working with Variables
    • Returning Specific Status Code
    • Rewriting URIs in Requests and HTTP Responses
    • Handling Errors
  • Serving Static Content
    • Overview of Root Directory and Index Files
    • Trying Several Options
  • Optimising Performance for Serving Content
    • Enabling sendfile, tcp_nopush, and tcp_nodelay
    • Optimising the Backlog Queue

Module 3: Introduction to NGINX Reverse Proxy

  • Introduction
  • Passing a Request to a Proxied Server
  • Passing Request Headers
  • Configuring Buffers
  • Choosing an Outgoing IP Address

Module 4: Overview of Compression and Decompression

  • Enabling Compression and Decompression
  • Security Considerations with Compression

Module 5: Using NGINX as an Application Gateway

  • Introduction
    • Load Balancing
    • SSL Termination
    • Web Application Firewall (WAF)
    • Content Caching
    • Session Persistence
    • Health Checks
    • Traffic Routing and URL-Based Routing
  • NGINX as a Web Server Vs Application Gateway
    • Primary Function
    • HTTP Server
    • Load Balancing
    • Reverse Proxy
    • SSL/TLS Termination
    • Caching
    • Web Acceleration
    • Security Features
    • WebSocket Support
    • Authentication and Authorisation

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Who should attend this Nginx Web Server Administration Training Course?

Nginx Web Server Administration Training Course is designed for a variety of professionals who want to learn how to administer Nginx web servers. The following professionals can benefit from attending this course:

  • System Administrators
  • Web Administrators
  • DevOps Engineers
  • IT Managers
  • Network Administrators
  • IT Support Technicians
  • Web Developers
  • IT Consultants

Prerequisites of the Nginx Web Server Administration Training Course

There are no formal prerequisites for this Nginx Web Server Administration Training Course. However, a basic understanding of Linux will be beneficial to the delegates.

Nginx Web Server Administration Training Course Overview

NGINX Training provides delegates in a thorough exploration of the NGINX web server, recognised for its exceptional performance and versatility as a load balancer. In the contemporary digital landscape, where web server efficiency is paramount, NGINX stands as a crucial component for handling web traffic and optimising server scalability.

In this landscape of web technologies, a nuanced understanding of NGINX is integral for professionals seeking to optimise web server performance and enhance overall system efficiency. NGINX's significance lies in its capacity to efficiently handle concurrent connections and serve as a versatile reverse proxy. Web developers, system administrators, and network engineers are especially poised to benefit from mastering NGINX, as it equips them to address challenges related to website responsiveness, scalability, and the secure distribution of workloads across servers.

In this 1-day course provided by The Knowledge Academy, delegates receive practical insights into NGINX configuration, optimisation, and troubleshooting. Encompassing critical topics such as load balancing, reverse proxy setups, and caching strategies, delegates will gain the knowledge and hands-on skills necessary to implement NGINX effectively within their web infrastructure.

Course Objectives

  • To understand the fundamental concepts of the NGINX web server
  • To acquire practical skills in configuring and optimising NGINX for performance
  • To master load balancing techniques using NGINX
  • To explore the implementation of reverse proxy setups for enhanced server security
  • To learn effective caching strategies to improve website response times
  • To understand troubleshooting methods for common NGINX-related issues

Upon completing this course, delegates will emerge with a comprehensive understanding of NGINX, capable of configuring, optimising, and troubleshooting the web server effectively. Armed with practical skills in load balancing, reverse proxy setups, and caching strategies, delegates will significantly enhance their ability to ensure optimal web server performance and scalability in their respective professional domains.

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What’s included in this Nginx Web Server Administration Training Course?

  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors          
  • Nginx Web Server Administration Certificate        
  • Digital Delegate Pack

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Unlock your potential with The Knowledge Academy's Nginx Web Server Administration Training in Southampton, accessible anytime, anywhere on any device. Enjoy 90 days of online course access, extendable upon request, and benefit from the support of our expert trainers. Elevate your skills at your own pace with our Online Self-paced sessions.

Experience the most sought-after learning style with The Knowledge Academy's Nginx Web Server Administration Training in Southampton. Available in 490+ locations across 190+ countries, our hand-picked Classroom venues offer an invaluable human touch. Immerse yourself in a comprehensive, interactive experience with our expert-led Nginx Web Server Administration Training in Southampton sessions.

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Nginx Web Server Administration Training in Southampton FAQs

This training presents well-rounded education in installing, configuring, and administering the NGINX web server and its built-in proxies to improve the performance, reliability, and security of application rendering.
This training does not have any formal prerequisites; hence, an individual can learn about Nginx Web Server Administration from scratch.
NGINX Web Server Administration Training Courses are ideal for System Administrators, Network Engineers, and IT professionals who are responsible for managing and optimising web servers.
Yes, TKA offers support for candidates attending NGINX Web Server Administration Training.
In this course, delegates will have a 1-day training with our experienced instructors, a digital delegate pack consisting of important notes related to this course, and a certificate after course completion.
The duration of the NGINX Web Server Administration Training offered by The Knowledge Academy is 1 day.
Graduating from this course opens opportunities that could range from holding a position as a System Administrator, DevOps Engineer, Network Administrator, or any job that needs NGINX capabilities.
Professionals certified in NGINX Web Server Administration can expect an average salary ranging from £35,000 to £60,000. This salary may vary based on location, experience, and the specific role.
The NGINX Web Server Administration Certification is well-regarded in Southampton, especially among companies that value high-performance and secure web server capabilities.
The proxy protocol enables load balancers or front-end servers to transmit original client IP addresses and other header information to backend servers, crucial for accurate traffic routing and analysis.
This process involves decrypting SSL/TLS sessions at the load balancer or proxy, rather than on the web server, enhancing processing efficiency and reducing the encryption load on the server.
The training fees for Nginx Web Server Administration Trainingin Southampton starts from £1995
The Knowledge Academy is the Leading global training provider for Nginx Web Server Administration Training.
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