Course Outline
WLST Fundamentals
- Introduction to WLST and its various scripting environments.
- Distinguishing between online and offline operating modes.
- Establishing connections to domains and managed servers.
Domain Creation Automation
- Development and execution of offline WLST scripts.
- Utilizing templates and property files for configuration.
- Implementing automated node setups.
Application Deployment Scripting
- Deploying EAR and WAR files using WLST commands.
- Managing deployment plans and staged releases.
- Executing rolling updates and automated deployment sequences.
Automating Security Configurations
- Scripting the creation of users and roles.
- Configuring realms, policies, and credential management.
- Automating SSL and keystore settings.
WLST for Monitoring and Diagnostics
- Interacting with runtime MBeans for data retrieval.
- Gathering performance metrics and conducting health checks.
- Generating automated diagnostic reports.
WebLogic Integration into CI/CD
- Incorporating WLST into Jenkins or GitLab pipelines.
- Automating deployments for environment-specific needs.
- Applying infrastructure-as-code principles to WebLogic.
Course Summary and Future Pathways
Requirements
- Successful completion of Administration II or equivalent practical experience.
- Sound understanding of scripting principles and WebLogic domain architecture.
- Fundamental proficiency in Python or shell scripting.
Target Audience
- Enterprise administrators seeking to enhance automation and system scalability.
- Middleware engineers responsible for overseeing multiple WebLogic domains.
- DevOps teams focused on infrastructure-as-code initiatives.
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