Course Outline
Cluster Configuration and Load Balancing
- Understanding cluster architecture and inter-node communication
- Procedures for creating and scaling clusters
- Setting up HTTP and application-level load balancing
Failover and High Availability
- Configuring session replication and defining failover policies
- Adopting cluster-aware deployment strategies
- Developing disaster recovery and backup plans
Performance Tuning
- JVM optimization and garbage collection management
- Adjusting thread and connection pool settings
- Utilizing WLDF and JMX for monitoring
JMS Configuration and Management
- Initializing JMS servers and modules
- Configuring connection factories and destinations
- Monitoring and diagnosing JMS issues
Advanced Deployment Strategies
- Managing staging modes: stage, nostage, and external_stage
- Executing parallel and partial deployments
- Utilizing deployment plans and configuration overrides
Security Enhancements
- Integrating Single Sign-On (SSO) and SAML
- Implementing advanced auditing and identity federation
- Securing access via SSL and keystores
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Successful completion of WebLogic Server 14c Administration I or comparable professional experience
- Solid grasp of Java EE application architecture
- Proficiency with command-line interfaces and scripting environments
Intended Audience
- Experienced WebLogic administrators
- Enterprise middleware and DevOps engineers
- Application operations teams responsible for managing clustered environments
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.
