Drupal 8 for Administrators Training Course
Drupal is an open-source CMS (Content Management System) designed for building websites and web applications. It is renowned for its flexibility and modular design.
This instructor-led training session, which can be conducted online or on-site, targets system administrators looking to set up and manage a Drupal 8 website effectively.
Upon completion of this course, participants will have the skills to:
- Install and configure Drupal 8.
- Deploy, test, and monitor a Drupal 8 site.
- Create and manage user accounts.
- Secure a Drupal 8 website.
- Enhance the performance of a Drupal 8 site.
- Perform regular backups.
- Deploy various versions of a Drupal 8 site, including multilingual and mobile-friendly versions.
Course Format
- Interactive lectures and discussions.
- A variety of exercises and practical activities.
- Hands-on implementation in a live lab environment.
Customization Options for the Course
- To request customized training, please contact us to discuss your requirements.
Course Outline
Introduction
- What's new in Drupal 8?
Setting up Drupal 8
Upgrading from Drupal 7
Overview of Drupal 8 Features and Architecture
Navigating the Drupal 8 Interface
Installing, Managing and Updating Modules
Setting up Managing Users
Working with SQL
Testing the Website
Monitoring the Website
Creating Multiple Sites
Manage the Site Structure
Managing URLs and Site Information
Working with Search
Managing Mobile Versions of Site
Securing Drupal 8
Backing up Drupal 8
Optimizing Site Performance
Migrating the Website
Troubleshooting
Summary and Conclusion
Requirements
- A general understanding of CMSs (Content Management Systems)
- Experience with the Linux command line
Audience
- System administrators
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