OpenStack for Telecom Training Course
OpenStack is an open-source IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service) software solution. It is widely favored by telecom providers looking to enhance their network infrastructure through Network Functions Virtualization (NFV).
This instructor-led training session, which can be conducted online or in person, targets engineers, architects, and managers aiming to deploy an OpenStack cloud for managing their telecommunications infrastructure.
By the end of this course, participants will have the skills to:
- Plan, implement, and manage an OpenStack private cloud environment.
- Grasp IaaS architecture and its application within OpenStack.
- Substitute physical routers and servers with virtual machines operating in a private cloud setting.
- Cut down on infrastructure and maintenance expenses through the use of virtualization and cloud computing technologies.
- Accelerate the deployment of new services to customers.
Course Format
- Engaging lectures combined with discussions.
- A multitude of exercises and practical activities.
- Hands-on implementation in a live-lab setting.
Customization Options for the Course
- To arrange for customized training, please contact us to discuss your requirements.
Course Outline
Introduction
- Modernizing the Telecom Network with OpenStack
Overview of OpenStack Features and Architecture
OpenStack as a Network Functions Virtualization (NFV) Solution
Creating a Deployment Plan for a Telco-based Cloud
Installing and Configuring OpenStack
Containerizing the VNF (Virtualized Network Function)
Overview of OpenStack Services
Administering OpenStack
Deploying and Managing Storage, Compute, Networking, etc.
Ensuring Interoperability
Case Study: Mitigating Costs with OpenStack
Tuning OpenStack for Performance
SDN and Virtual Switching
High-Availability, Scaling, and Fault Management
Ensuring Quality of Service in a Next-Generation Network
OpenStack as an Agile Infrastructure Fabric
Case Study: Flexible Service Offerings with OpenStack
Providing Content at the Edge of the Network
Deploying New Applications on OpenStack
Deploying a 5G Network on OpenStack
Deploying IoT Services on OpenStack
Contributing to OpenStack
Troubleshooting
Summary and Conclusion
Requirements
- An general understanding of Cloud Computing.
- Linux administration experience.
Audience
- IT managers
- IT architects
- Cloud engineers
- System administrators
- Network engineers
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