System Administration Courses and Certifications

Awesome Open Source

Open Source Resource Monitoring Tools for Desktop - Obserware and Resources

Explore two powerful open-source desktop resource monitoring tools: Obserware and Resources. Learn installation, usage, and customization for efficient system performance tracking.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Awesome Open Source

Installing and Configuring Guacamole RDP with OpenID Connect Authentication

Step-by-step guide to installing Guacamole RDP, configuring OpenID Connect authentication, setting up RDP connections, and implementing a reverse proxy for secure remote access.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Jamf

Patch That App Up - Using Installomator for Automated Application Management

Master automated app patching and installation using Installomator, a community-driven script that streamlines workflows and reduces manual intervention for efficient software management.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

John Savill's Technical Training

Windows Hotpatch Overview

Discover Windows hotpatching technology that eliminates reboots during updates, exploring how it works, implementation methods, and practical applications for system administrators.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Awesome Open Source

Lunalytics - Open Source Site Monitor and Status Page

Explore Lunalytics, an open-source site monitoring solution with downtime notifications and public status pages to keep users informed about service availability.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Oracle

Oracle Linux - Complete System Administration and Container Management Course

Master Oracle Linux fundamentals through hands-on training covering system administration, virtualization, containers, and cloud infrastructure management.

• YouTube
• 16 hours 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Monitoring for File System Errors in Data Centers - A Guardian Angel Approach

Explore advanced techniques for monitoring and detecting file system errors in data centers, enhancing reliability and preventing data loss.

• YouTube
• 37 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Guider - A New Performance Monitoring Daemon

Explore a cutting-edge performance monitoring daemon for Linux systems, offering real-time insights and enhanced system optimization capabilities.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Simplify, Automate, Elevate: Using Exastro to Alleviate Engineer's Burden

Discover how Exastro OSS can streamline system operations, reduce unnecessary alerts, and optimize surveillance policies to alleviate the daily burden on engineers and improve efficiency.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Jamf

Automating macOS App Updates - A Guide to Maintenance and Security

Master automated macOS app updates using AutoPkg, SwiftDialog, and Jamf Pro. Streamline deployment processes, enhance security, and create efficient update workflows for enterprise environments.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Jamf

Backing Up Objects in Jamf Pro Using API and Shell Scripting

Master automated backup processes for Jamf Pro objects using API and shell scripting, enabling efficient data restoration and export capabilities while eliminating manual steps and third-party dependencies.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Jamf

Getting to Know Your Macs - Extension Attributes

Master the creation and implementation of extension attributes in Jamf Pro to gather crucial Mac information, with focus on scripting essentials and strategic data collection methods.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

USENIX

So You Want to Be a Wizard - Essential Skills for Site Reliability Engineers

Discover practical strategies for becoming an effective SRE, from asking essential questions to mastering debugging tools and reading Linux kernel source code for problem-solving success.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

USENIX

Autonomic Administration - Introduction to Network Management and Future Technologies

Explore the future of network management through autonomic computing principles, focusing on innovative solutions for complex system administration challenges and emerging technologies.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

USENIX

Should the Root Prompt Require a Road Test? Evaluating System Administrator Certification

Explore the concept of practical skill assessment for system administrators, comparing certification tests with hands-on evaluation methods for measuring core competencies and real-world abilities.

• YouTube
• 42 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video