Linux Foundation - Fundamentals of Open-Source IT and Cloud Computing (LFS200)

• Basic computer literacy
• Familiarity with navigating a Linux command-line interface

Audience

• Aspiring IT professionals
• Students
• Professionals in non-technical roles

The Linux Foundation's Fundamentals of Open-Source IT and Cloud Computing (LFS200) course provides a comprehensive introduction to open-source technologies, Linux systems, and cloud computing concepts.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at individuals who want to gain a solid understanding of open-source IT and cloud computing fundamentals.

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

• Understand the principles of open-source software and its benefits.
• Navigate and utilize the Linux command-line interface.
• Comprehend cloud computing concepts and terminology.
• Explore various cloud deployment models and services.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

Introduction to Open Source

• Defining open source and its significance
• Common open-source licenses and communities
• Contributing to open-source projects

Linux Operating System

• Introduction to Linux distributions
• Installing a Linux distribution (e.g., Ubuntu)
• Basic Linux filesystem structure

Linux Command-Line Interface (CLI)

• Navigating the Linux filesystem
• Working with files and directories
• Managing users, groups, and permissions

Linux System Administration

• Managing software packages with package managers
• Processes, system monitoring, and troubleshooting
• Scheduling tasks with cron and at

Introduction to Cloud Computing

• Cloud computing concepts and advantages
• Public, private, and hybrid cloud models
• Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS)

Cloud Deployment Models

• Understanding different cloud deployment options
• Building and managing virtual machines
• Containerization with Docker

Cloud Services and Technologies

• Overview of cloud service categories
• Exploring cloud storage, databases, and networking
• Introduction to Kubernetes for orchestration

Open Source in the Cloud

• Utilizing open-source tools in cloud environments
• Automation and configuration management with Ansible
• Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines

Security and Compliance

• Basic cloud security concepts
• Identity and Access Management (IAM)
• Compliance frameworks and best practices

Summary and Next Steps

• Key takeaways from the course
• Career paths in open-source IT and cloud computing
• Resources for further learning