Installation and Administration of IBM WebSphere Portal 8.5 on Linux Course Overview

Installation and Administration of IBM WebSphere Portal 8.5 on Linux Course Overview

The Installation and Administration of IBM WebSphere Portal 8.5 on Linux course is designed to equip learners with the comprehensive skills and knowledge required to install, configure, and administer IBM WebSphere Portal 8.5. Throughout the course, participants will gain hands-on experience through exercises that involve installing WebSphere Portal Server 8.5, configuring databases, integrating LDAP for security, managing pages, and deploying portlets.

Students will delve into the Security management of WebSphere Portal, explore attribute-based administration, and utilize WebSphere Portal search functionalities. The course also covers the usage of administrative portlets, analysis of portal usage, and the configuration of realms and virtual portals. Advanced topics include XML access, staging to production processes, cell creation, node federation, and managing clusters.

Troubleshooting techniques are imparted to ensure that learners can effectively solve common issues. The course also touches upon theme architecture, production topologies, and essential production procedures. By the end of the course, summarized in the course summary, participants will be well-versed in the practicalities of running WebSphere Portal 8.5 on a Linux environment, which will be valuable for their professional development in IT and portal administration.

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Course Prerequisites

To ensure that participants can successfully undertake the "Installation and Administration of IBM WebSphere Portal 8.5 on Linux" course and fully benefit from its curriculum, the following are the minimum required prerequisites:


  • Basic understanding of Linux operating system commands and navigation.
  • Fundamental knowledge of internet protocols such as HTTP and HTTPS.
  • Familiarity with web technologies such as HTML, JavaScript, and web services.
  • Experience with relational databases and understanding of JDBC (Java Database Connectivity).
  • Basic administrative skills for a web server, such as IBM HTTP Server or Apache.
  • An introductory level of Java Platform, Enterprise Edition (Java EE) concepts and applications.
  • Awareness of Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) and its function in user authentication and authorization.
  • General IT system administration concepts, which may include user and group management, system backup, and system recovery.

Please note that the course is designed for IT professionals with some prior experience. However, we encourage all interested learners to join, as the course content is structured to step through the installation and administration processes thoroughly. With diligence and focus, even those with minimum prerequisites can successfully complete the course and gain valuable skills in IBM WebSphere Portal 8.5 management.


Target Audience for Installation and Administration of IBM WebSphere Portal 8.5 on Linux

Learn to install, configure, and manage IBM WebSphere Portal 8.5 on Linux, perfect for IT professionals focusing on portal solutions.


  • System Administrators managing WebSphere Portal environments
  • IT Specialists responsible for deploying portlets and managing portal security
  • Middleware Architects involved in portal design and infrastructure
  • DevOps Engineers tasked with continuous integration and delivery of portal updates
  • Technical Support Engineers providing maintenance and troubleshooting for WebSphere Portal
  • IT Managers overseeing portal technology implementations and operations
  • Linux Administrators expanding their expertise to include WebSphere Portal
  • Security Administrators in charge of LDAP and access control for WebSphere Portal
  • Database Administrators who manage portal databases and data sources
  • Web Developers creating portlets and themes for WebSphere Portal environments
  • IT Consultants offering solutions and best practices for WebSphere Portal deployments


Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this Installation and Administration of IBM WebSphere Portal 8.5 on Linux?

Introduction to the Course's Learning Outcomes

This course empowers students with the essential skills for installing, configuring, and managing IBM WebSphere Portal 8.5 on Linux, ensuring secure, efficient, and effective portal operations.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes

  • Install IBM WebSphere Portal 8.5 on Linux and verify the installation.
  • Configure WebSphere Portal to connect to a database and perform basic database management tasks.
  • Implement LDAP integration and enable portal security using an LDAP repository.
  • Manage portal page hierarchy and use portal commands for efficient page management.
  • Deploy and manage portlets, including custom portlet applications.
  • Administer WebSphere Portal security, including user, group, and role configurations.
  • Apply attribute-based administration to create dynamic rules and policies for portal resources.
  • Integrate and manage external search engines within WebSphere Portal.
  • Analyze and monitor WebSphere Portal usage through logs and reporting tools.
  • Stage and transition resources from a staging environment to a production environment, ensuring a smooth deployment process.

Target Audience for Installation and Administration of IBM WebSphere Portal 8.5 on Linux

Learn to install, configure, and manage IBM WebSphere Portal 8.5 on Linux, perfect for IT professionals focusing on portal solutions.


  • System Administrators managing WebSphere Portal environments
  • IT Specialists responsible for deploying portlets and managing portal security
  • Middleware Architects involved in portal design and infrastructure
  • DevOps Engineers tasked with continuous integration and delivery of portal updates
  • Technical Support Engineers providing maintenance and troubleshooting for WebSphere Portal
  • IT Managers overseeing portal technology implementations and operations
  • Linux Administrators expanding their expertise to include WebSphere Portal
  • Security Administrators in charge of LDAP and access control for WebSphere Portal
  • Database Administrators who manage portal databases and data sources
  • Web Developers creating portlets and themes for WebSphere Portal environments
  • IT Consultants offering solutions and best practices for WebSphere Portal deployments


Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this Installation and Administration of IBM WebSphere Portal 8.5 on Linux?

Introduction to the Course's Learning Outcomes

This course empowers students with the essential skills for installing, configuring, and managing IBM WebSphere Portal 8.5 on Linux, ensuring secure, efficient, and effective portal operations.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes

  • Install IBM WebSphere Portal 8.5 on Linux and verify the installation.
  • Configure WebSphere Portal to connect to a database and perform basic database management tasks.
  • Implement LDAP integration and enable portal security using an LDAP repository.
  • Manage portal page hierarchy and use portal commands for efficient page management.
  • Deploy and manage portlets, including custom portlet applications.
  • Administer WebSphere Portal security, including user, group, and role configurations.
  • Apply attribute-based administration to create dynamic rules and policies for portal resources.
  • Integrate and manage external search engines within WebSphere Portal.
  • Analyze and monitor WebSphere Portal usage through logs and reporting tools.
  • Stage and transition resources from a staging environment to a production environment, ensuring a smooth deployment process.