SMGR201v4 - SUSE Manager 4 Basic Operations Course Overview

To ensure you get the most out of the SUSE Manager Basic Operations course and are able to follow along with the curriculum, the following prerequisites are recommended:

• Basic understanding of Linux operating system concepts, including file system structure, command-line operations, and system navigation.
• Familiarity with basic system administration tasks in Linux such as package management, system services, and user management.
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including IP addressing, DNS, and basic firewall concepts.
• Experience with a command-line text editor (e.g., vi, nano) for editing configuration files.
• Awareness of basic scripting concepts in Bash or a similar shell scripting language.
• Prior exposure to any version of SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES) would be beneficial but is not mandatory.

Having these skills will help you grasp the course content more effectively and enable you to apply the knowledge from the SUSE Manager Basic Operations course in real-world scenarios. If you are new to any of these concepts, we recommend familiarizing yourself with them before enrolling in the course. This will allow for a smoother learning experience and ensure that you can keep pace with the course material.

Target Audience for SUSE Manager Basic Operations

The SUSE Manager Basic Operations course is designed for IT professionals looking to master SUSE Manager for efficient server management.

Job Roles and Audience for the Course:

• System Administrators who manage SUSE Linux environments
• IT Professionals responsible for system maintenance and software updates
• DevOps Engineers interested in automating and optimizing their infrastructure
• Network Administrators who need to ensure the integrity and security of their network's servers
• Technical Support Specialists looking to improve their troubleshooting skills within SUSE environments
• Infrastructure Architects designing scalable and manageable server landscapes
• Security Professionals ensuring compliance and patch management
• Linux Enthusiasts and Professionals seeking to specialize in SUSE Manager
• IT Managers and Team Leads overseeing Linux-based systems
• Cloud Administrators who manage hybrid cloud environments that include SUSE servers
• Professionals responsible for implementing and maintaining high-availability systems

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this SUSE Manager Basic Operations?

Introduction to the SUSE Manager Basic Operations Course Learning Outcomes

The SUSE Manager Basic Operations course equips participants with foundational skills for managing enterprise Linux environments using SUSE Manager.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes

• Understand the execution of commands within the SUSE Manager environment to perform various administrative tasks efficiently.
• Gain familiarity with the includes notation and its application in automating operations.
• Enhance knowledge about loops, arrays, and Here Documents to streamline scripting in system management.
• Develop practical skills through an exercise to create a Here script, reinforcing the scripting concepts learned.
• Review and comprehend the architecture and initial setup process of SUSE Manager 4, laying the groundwork for system understanding.
• Navigate and utilize the SUMA Web UI effectively to monitor and manage the SUSE Manager ecosystem.
• Grasp the significance of the registration process and learn to manage registration-related objects and plan for client registration.
• Master channel management by understanding channel terminology, cloning content, and implementing custom channels and lifecycle management.
• Delegate management authority by understanding organizational structures, administrative roles, permission roles, and user management within SUMA.
• Manage Salt minions with a deep understanding of Salt's architecture, command types, and execution, including key management to ensure secure and scalable control over managed systems.
• Execute common administrative tasks such as remote command execution, leveraging the System Set Manager (SSM), implementing action chains, managing configuration files, and scheduling Highstate enforcement to maintain system integrity and compliance.