Course Outline
Foundations of WebLogic Server
- Overview of WebLogic domain architecture and core components
- Distinguishing between Admin servers and managed servers
- Pre-installation planning and prerequisite analysis
Installation and Configuration of WebLogic Server
- Installing Oracle WebLogic Server 14c
- Creating and tuning domain configurations
- Navigating the Admin Console and utilizing WLST scripts
Application Deployment Strategies
- Understanding WAR and EAR packaging structures
- Exploring deployment methods: console, CLI, and scripting
- Implementing hot deployment and application versioning
System Monitoring and Troubleshooting
- Utilizing WLDF for deep-dive diagnostics
- Analyzing and managing server log files
- Tracking server health and performance metrics
JDBC and Data Source Administration
- Establishing JDBC data sources
- Configuring connection pools and conducting connectivity tests
- Resolving common data source issues
Security Administration
- Defining realms, users, and role-based access
- Hardening the admin console and secure deployment processes
- Implementing security policies and credential management
Node Manager and Domain Lifecycle Management
- Setting up and leveraging Node Manager services
- Executing remote server start-up and shutdown procedures
- Implementing domain backup and recovery protocols
Conclusion and Future Pathways
Requirements
- A solid grasp of system administration or server operational tasks
- Foundational knowledge of Java EE or application deployment principles
- Proficiency with command-line interfaces on Linux or Windows platforms
Target Audience
- System administrators and middleware specialists
- DevOps professionals overseeing Oracle-based technology stacks
- Support teams responsible for enterprise application deployment and monitoring
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