Course Outline
Cluster Configuration and Load Balancing
- Cluster architecture and communication protocols
- Creating and scaling cluster configurations
- Setting up HTTP and application-level load balancing
Failover and High Availability
- Session replication and failover policies
- Cluster-aware deployment methods
- Disaster recovery and backup planning
Performance Optimisation
- JVM tuning and garbage collection adjustments
- Thread and connection pool tuning
- Monitoring using WLDF and JMX
JMS Configuration and Management
- Establishing JMS servers and modules
- Configuring connection factories and destinations
- Monitoring and troubleshooting JMS issues
Advanced Deployment Strategies
- Staging modes: stage, nostage, external_stage
- Parallel and partial deployments
- Deployment plans and configuration overrides
Security Enhancements
- Single sign-on (SSO) and SAML integration
- Advanced auditing and identity federation
- Secure access via SSL and keystores
Conclusion and Future Directions
Requirements
- Completion of WebLogic Server 14c Administration I or comparable practical experience
- Comprehensive understanding of Java EE application architecture
- Proficiency with command-line interfaces and scripting environments
Intended Audience
- Senior WebLogic administrators
- Enterprise middleware and DevOps engineers
- Application operations teams overseeing 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.
