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Course Description:
This JBoss training course is designed to provide students with in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in configuring, managing, and deploying Java EE applications on JBoss Enterprise Application Platform (EAP). It covers everything from installation to advanced configuration, security, and performance tuning. By the end of the course, participants will be able to administer JBoss environments effectively, deploy and manage enterprise applications, and ensure high availability and scalability.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Introduction to JBoss EAP:
   • Overview of JBoss EAP and its role in Java EE applications.
   • Understanding the architecture, components, and subsystems of JBoss EAP.
   • Exploring different JBoss editions and their features.
2. JBoss Installation and Setup:
   • Installing JBoss EAP on various platforms (Windows, Linux).
   • Initial configuration and environment setup for development and production.
   • Differences between standalone and domain modes.
3. Standalone vs. Domain Mode Configuration:
   • Understanding the use cases for standalone and domain modes.
   • Configuring and managing JBoss in both standalone and domain modes.
   • Managing multiple JBoss instances in domain mode using the central management console.
4. Deploying Java EE Applications on JBoss:
   • Deploying WAR and EAR files to JBoss EAP.
   • Managing deployments through the JBoss Management Console and Command Line Interface (CLI).
   • Version control of applications and rollback strategies.
5. JBoss Management Console Overview:
   • Navigating and using the JBoss Management Console for administrative tasks.
   • Managing JBoss resources such as datasources, JMS, and logging through the GUI.
6. Configuring Data Sources and JDBC:
   • Setting up JDBC connections and integrating databases.
   • Configuring and managing data sources within JBoss.
   • Monitoring connection pools and database connections.
7. JBoss Clustering and High Availability:
   • Configuring JBoss clustering for load balancing and fault tolerance.
   • Understanding high availability architecture in JBoss.
   • Configuring session replication for Java EE applications.
8. Security Configuration and User Management:
   • Implementing user authentication and authorization in JBoss.
   • Configuring role-based access control (RBAC) and JAAS (Java Authentication and Authorization Service).
   • Enabling secure communication using SSL/TLS.
9. JBoss Logging and Monitoring:
   • Configuring JBoss logging using the integrated logging subsystem.
   • Analyzing logs for debugging and performance monitoring.
   • Integrating JBoss with external monitoring tools for system health and metrics.
10. Performance Tuning in JBoss:

• Optimizing JBoss for performance and scalability.
• Configuring thread pools, connection pools, and JVM parameters.
• Tuning application server performance to handle high traffic loads.

11. Troubleshooting and Diagnostics in JBoss:

• Common troubleshooting techniques for JBoss applications and server issues.
• Analyzing logs and diagnostic dumps to resolve runtime problems.
• Debugging application deployment and runtime errors.

12. Automating JBoss Management with CLI:

• Using the JBoss Command Line Interface (CLI) to manage servers and deployments.
• Scripting administrative tasks for automation.
• Automating JBoss configuration using Jython and Groovy scripts.

13. JBoss Integration with External Services:

• Integrating JBoss with external services such as Apache MQ, LDAP, and REST APIs.
• Setting up messaging services, configuring JNDI lookups, and external resource integration.

14. JBoss Load Balancing Techniques:

• Configuring load balancing using JBoss with mod_cluster and Apache HTTP Server.
• Distributing traffic across multiple application servers for optimal performance.
• Understanding session persistence in load-balanced environments.

15. Securing JBoss with SSL:

• Configuring SSL for secure communication between clients and JBoss servers.
• Managing and deploying SSL certificates.
• Enabling HTTPS and secure application access on JBoss.