Open Source Technical Documentation Essentials (LFC111) Course Overview

Prerequisites for the Open Source Technical Documentation Essentials (LFC111) Course:

To ensure you can successfully undertake the Open Source Technical Documentation Essentials (LFC111) course, we recommend the following minimum prerequisites:

• Basic understanding of cloud computing and Infrastructure-as-Service (IaaC) concepts.
• Familiarity with deploying and operating container orchestration platforms, particularly Kubernetes (this is advantageous but not strictly required).
• Access to a device or virtual machine running a Linux operating system, ideally Ubuntu 22.04, for hands-on lab exercises.

These prerequisites are designed to prepare you for the course material without overwhelming you. Even if you do not have experience with Kubernetes, the foundational knowledge of cloud computing and a Linux environment will help you get the most out of this course.

Target Audience for Open Source Technical Documentation Essentials (LFC111)

Introduction to Zero Trust (LFS183):
Learn the essentials of Zero Trust and leverage open source tools like SPIFFE and SPIRE in your architecture.

Target Audience/Job Roles:

• Cloud Solutions Architects
• IT Security Specialists
• DevOps Engineers
• System Administrators
• IT Consultants
• Network Architects
• Security Analysts
• Infrastructure Engineers
• Cloud Security Engineers
• Cybersecurity Engineers

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this Open Source Technical Documentation Essentials (LFC111)?

Introduction: The Open Source Technical Documentation Essentials (LFC111) course provides a foundational understanding of how to implement Zero Trust principles using open-source tools like SPIFFE and SPIRE. With a focus on cloud computing and container orchestration, this course equips learners to deploy Zero Trust architecture effectively.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

• Understand the core principles and fundamentals of Zero Trust security.
• Recognize the significance of adopting Zero Trust models in modern IT environments.
• Gain knowledge of cryptography and trust management techniques.
• Implement and manage trust in cloud environments.
• Explore and utilize open-source tools such as SPIFFE and SPIRE for Zero Trust.
• Obtain practical experience with cloud computing within a Zero Trust context.
• Learn how to deploy and operate container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes with Zero Trust principles.
• Conduct lab exercises using Linux, specifically Ubuntu 22.04.
• Integrate Zero Trust methodologies into existing IT infrastructures.
• Enhance security posture by applying Zero Trust principles to real-world scenarios.