Overview

This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this comprehensive training program, you will master the essential skills required to become a certified Splunk Core User. Through hands-on experience and detailed video modules, you will learn to utilize Splunk’s features and functionalities, from basic searching to creating reports and alerts. This course focuses on key concepts like data ingestion, search language fundamentals, and creating meaningful visualizations, making it an ideal choice for anyone aiming to work with Splunk in their career. You will begin by exploring the Splunk interface and understanding its components. The course progresses into more advanced topics, such as using fields in searches, mastering search language commands, and creating powerful dashboards and reports. Along the way, you will practice real-world scenarios using training data, which will help you confidently apply your new knowledge. This course is perfect for aspiring Splunk users, data analysts, and IT professionals seeking to improve their data analytics and reporting skills. There are no strict prerequisites, though familiarity with data management or basic IT concepts can be helpful. It is designed for users at the beginner to intermediate level. By the end of the course, you will be able to navigate the Splunk interface, perform searches, work with data, create reports and dashboards, and configure alerts, empowering you to harness the full potential of Splunk in your organization.

Syllabus

Introduction

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Module 1 — Splunk Basics

In this module, we will introduce you to the basics of Splunk, including its core functions and components. You will also learn to install and navigate through the Splunk Web UI for hands-on experience. This section provides a foundational understanding of how Splunk transforms machine data into actionable insights.

Module 2 — Getting Data into Splunk

In this module, we will cover the essential steps for getting data into Splunk, including the indexing process and various methods for adding data. You'll gain experience adding training data and generating synthetic events to ensure a comprehensive learning experience.

Module 3 — Basic Searching in Splunk

In this module, we will dive into the basics of searching within Splunk, helping you to effectively query and analyze data. You will learn how to use operators, set time ranges, and utilize helpful search tools like the Search Assistant to streamline your search process.

Module 4 — Using Fields in Searches

In this module, we will focus on extracting and using fields in your Splunk searches. You will learn to refine your queries, utilize various operators, and follow best practices to ensure that your searches return the most relevant data efficiently.

Module 5 — Search Language Fundamentals

In this module, we will explore the core components of Splunk’s Search Processing Language (SPL). You'll learn the rules for writing and structuring queries, as well as how to use fundamental commands to filter, format, and enhance your search results.

Module 6 — Basic Transforming Commands

In this module, we will introduce transforming commands, which allow you to aggregate and summarize search results. You’ll gain hands-on experience with powerful functions like stats and top, and learn to visualize data trends through various formats like graphs and tables.

Module 7 — Creating Reports and Dashboards

In this module, we will teach you how to create and manage reports and dashboards in Splunk. You’ll learn how to organize, customize, and schedule your reports, as well as how to build interactive dashboards to visualize your data effectively.

Module 8 — Creating and Using Lookups

In this module, we will explore lookups and how they can enrich your Splunk searches. You'll learn how to upload and configure lookup tables, use the lookup command for data matching, and set up automatic lookups to enrich your data in real time.

Module 9 — Creating Scheduled Reports and Alerts

In this module, we will focus on automating reporting and alerting in Splunk. You’ll learn how to create scheduled reports and set up alerts to monitor critical events. This section ensures that you can proactively respond to data changes and automate key processes in Splunk.