XWiki for Developers

• An understanding of web development fundamentals
• Experience with Java and/or scripting languages
• Familiarity with databases and server administration

Audience

• Software developers
• System administrators
• IT professionals working with collaborative platforms

XWiki is a powerful open-source wiki platform that provides developers with extensive customization and extension capabilities.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level developers who wish to customize, extend, and integrate XWiki into their business solutions.

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

• Install and configure XWiki for development and production environments.
• Create and manage XWiki extensions using scripting and APIs.
• Develop custom applications within the XWiki ecosystem.
• Integrate XWiki with external systems and databases.

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 XWiki

• Overview of XWiki features and architecture
• Understanding XWiki's use cases and capabilities
• Comparing XWiki with other wiki solutions

Installing and Configuring XWiki

• Setting up XWiki on a local or server environment
• Configuring users, groups, and permissions
• Managing XWiki data storage and database configurations

Understanding XWiki Development Model

• Introduction to XWiki scripting (Velocity, Groovy, JavaScript)
• Using the XWiki API and services
• Building macros, templates, and components

Developing Custom XWiki Applications

• Using XWiki App Within Minutes (AWM)
• Creating structured data with XWiki Classes & Objects
• Designing custom dashboards and reports

Extending XWiki with Plugins and Extensions

• Installing and managing XWiki extensions
• Creating and deploying custom extensions
• Integrating third-party libraries and REST APIs

Security and Performance Optimization

• Implementing security best practices in XWiki
• Optimizing performance and database management
• Configuring backups and disaster recovery strategies

Advanced Integration and Automation

• Connecting XWiki with external applications (LDAP, SSO, CRM, etc.)
• Automating workflows with scripts and jobs
• Deploying XWiki in cloud environments

Practical Workshop

• Hands-on exercises with real-world scenarios
• Developing a custom XWiki application
• Implementing user feedback and iteration

Summary and Next Steps