Basics of IT administration
This training is designed for individuals who wish to enter the IT profession, focusing on system and infrastructure administration rather than software development.
Ideal for teams that…
Cloud, automation and CI/CD in practice — hands-on for engineering teams.
Fundamentals of IT, including various areas and specializations
Basic networking, system, database, application, and infrastructure concepts
Principles of working in initial helpdesk support lines (Level 0 and first line)
Service management processes and best practices in IT support and system administration
Basic IT security principles and project management
Practical knowledge in configuring basic devices, systems, and applications
What we actually do
- · Introduction to IT Administration vs. software development IT areas: networks, databases, programming, systems, applications, servers Technical support – helpdesk Service management Security Project and deployment management
- · Network Management Introduction to computer networks ISO/OSI and TCP/IP models LAN, WAN Device configuration methods (routers, switches, firewalls, access points) Network architecture in organizations VPN tunneling between locations Useful tools and best practices
- · Database Management Introduction to databases Types of databases Database relationships SQL language Useful tools and best practices Application in Business Intelligence (BI)
- · System Management Introduction to operating systems Basic Windows Server configuration System architecture Cloud systems ERP and CRM systems Domain management
- · Service Management Introduction to ITIL IT processes and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) Communication between IT and business ITSM and ESM tools and reporting
- · Helpdesk Support Hardware policies in organizations One Point of Contact (OPOC) Roles and responsibilities of IT technicians/engineers Assertiveness Best practices
- · Security Introduction to security Security areas Backup procedures Business Continuity procedures High Availability (HA) architecture User training Tools and best practices
- · Project and Deployment Management IT architecture and its significance Administrator’s role in IT projects Administrator’s role in business projects involving IT Handover of deployments to maintenance and administration Documentation and procedures
From brief to retro in 30 days.
Brief & diagnosis
A call with the team lead + a short survey for participants. We define goals, gap and context.
Program customization
We adapt modules, case studies and code examples to your stack. Approval in 5 days.
Workshop
Trainer-led sessions, hands-on, code review. Mentor available between sessions too.
Retro + report
Outcome report for the team and lead. 30 days of consulting included.
Send a brief. We'll reply within 1 day.
After a short brief we'll prepare a program and a quote. No obligations — it's just a starting point.
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