Course Outline
Cluster Setup and Load Distribution
- Cluster structure and interaction methods
- Establishing and expanding cluster capacity
- Implementing HTTP and application-tier load balancing
Failover Mechanisms and High Availability
- Session duplication and failover rules
- Deployment approaches compatible with clusters
- Disaster recovery planning and backup procedures
Performance Optimization
- JVM adjustments and garbage collection management
- Optimizing thread and connection pools
- System monitoring utilizing WLDF and JMX
JMS Setup and Administration
- Initialization of JMS servers and modules
- Configuration of connection factories and destinations
- Monitoring and diagnostic processes for JMS
Advanced Deployment Techniques
- Staging configurations: stage, nostage, external_stage
- Concurrent and partial application deployments
- Utilizing deployment plans and configuration overrides
Security Improvements
- Integration of Single Sign-On (SSO) and SAML
- Sophisticated auditing and identity federation
- Secure access control via SSL and keystores
Recap and Future Directions
Requirements
- Successful completion of WebLogic Server 14c Administration I or comparable practical experience
- Robust grasp of Java EE application architecture
- Proficiency with command-line interfaces and scripting environments
Target Audience
- Experienced WebLogic administrators
- Enterprise middleware and DevOps specialists
- Application operations groups overseeing clustered infrastructures
Testimonials (1)
What stood out for me in particular: Intensive pace – yet never overwhelming or chaotic. Strong, practical content – full of depth, relevance, and clarity. Engagement & communication – open, responsive, and truly attentive to participants. Professionalism without stiffness – expert-level delivery, but with warmth and ease. No pettiness, just substance – focused on what really matters. Sense of taste and balance – great judgment in choosing what's worth emphasizing. Top-notch presentation & preparation – smooth structure, great visuals, precise language. Genuine responsiveness to participants' requests – rare and deeply appreciated.