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Python for Networking & Systems Administration (TTPS4824)

4.6 out of 5 rating Last updated 14/11/2024   English

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Duration

4 Days

24 CPD hours

Overview

This course is approximately 50% hands-on, combining expert lecture, real-world demonstrations and group discussions with machine-based practical labs and exercises. Our engaging instructors and mentors are highly experienced practitioners who bring years of current 'on-the-job' experience into every classroom.
Working within in an engaging, hands-on learning environment, guided by our expert instructor, students will learn to:
Create working Python scripts following best practices
Use python data types appropriately
Read and write files with both text and binary data
Search and replace text with regular expressions
Get familiar with the standard library and its work-saving modules
Use lesser known but powerful Python data types
Create 'real-world', professional Python applications
Work with dates, times, and calendars
Know when to use collections such as lists, dictionaries, and sets
Understand Pythonic features such as comprehensions and iterators
Write robust code using exception handling
Automate network administrative tasks across distributed clients using SSH, REST, and More

Description

Geared for network administrators looking to automate administrative tasks across a set of distributed clients, this course is an introductory and beyond-level practical, hands-on Python course that leads you from the basics of writing and running Python scripts to more advanced features such as file operations, regular expressions, working with binary data, and using the extensive functionality of Python modules with a focus on network-focused modules such as SSH, Git, and RESTful services.

An Overview of Python
  • What is Python
  • The Birth of Python.
  • About Interpreted Languages
  • Advantages of Python
  • Disadvantages of Python
  • How to get Python
  • Which version of Python
  • The end of Python 2
  • Getting Help
  • One day on Dagobah
The Python Environment
  • Starting Python
  • If the interpreter is not in your PATH
  • Using the interpreter
  • Trying out a few commands
  • Running Python scripts (explicit)
  • Running Python scripts (implicit)
  • Using pydoc
  • Python Editors and IDEs
Getting Started
  • Using variables
  • Keywords and Builtins
  • Variable typing
  • Strings
  • Single-delimited string literals
  • Triple-delimited string literals
  • Raw string literals
  • Unicode characters
  • String operators and methods
  • String Methods
  • Numeric literals
  • Math operators and expressions
  • Converting among types
  • Writing to the screen
  • String Formatting
  • Legacy String Formatting
  • Command line parameters
  • Reading from the keyboard
Flow Control
  • About flow control
  • Whats with the white space
  • if and elif
  • Conditional Expressions
  • Relational Operators
  • Boolean operators
  • while loops
  • Alternate ways to exit a loop
Array types
  • About Array Types
  • Lists
  • Tuples
  • Indexing and slicing
  • Iterating through a sequence
  • Unpacking tuples
  • Nested sequences
  • Functions for all sequences
  • Using enumerate()
  • Operators and keywords for sequences
  • The range() function
  • List comprehensions
  • Generator Expressions
Working with Files
  • Text file I/O
  • Opening a text file
  • The with block
  • Reading a text file
  • Writing to a text file
Dictionaries
  • About dictionaries
  • When to use dictionaries
  • Creating dictionaries
  • Getting dictionary values
  • Iterating through a dictionary
  • Reading file data into a dictionary
  • Counting with dictionaries
  • About sets
  • Creating Sets
  • Working with sets
Functions
  • Defining a function
  • Returning values
  • Function parameters
  • Variable scope
Sorting
  • Sorting Overview
  • The sorted() function
  • Custom sort keys
  • Lambda functions
  • Sorting nested data
  • Sorting dictionaries
  • Sorting in reverse
  • Sorting lists in place
Errors and Exception Handling
  • Syntax errors
  • Exceptions
  • Handling exceptions with try
  • Handling multiple exceptions
  • Handling generic exceptions
  • Ignoring exceptions
  • Using else
  • Cleaning up with finally
Using Modules
  • What is a module
  • Creating Modules
  • The import statement
  • Where did __pycache__ come from
  • Module search path
  • Packages
  • Example
  • Module Aliases
  • When the batteries arent included
An Introduction to Python Classes
  • About O-O programming
  • Defining classes
  • Constructors
  • Instance methods
  • Properties
  • Class methods and data
  • Static Methods
  • Private methods
  • Inheritance
  • Untangling the nomenclature
Regular Expressions
  • Regular Expressions
  • RE Syntax Overview
  • Finding matches
  • RE Objects
  • Compilation Flags
  • Groups
  • Special Groups
  • Replacing text
  • Replacing with a callback
  • Splitting a string
Network Programming
  • Grabbing a web page
  • Consuming Web services
  • HTTP the easy way
  • sending e-mail
  • Email attachments
  • Remote Access
  • Copying files with Paramiko
Sockets
  • Sockets
  • Socket options
  • Server concepts
  • Client concepts
  • Application protocols
  • Forking servers
Multiprogramming
  • Multiprogramming
  • What Are Threads
  • The Python Thread Manager
  • The threading Module
  • Threads for the impatient
  • Creating a thread class
  • Variable sharing
  • Using queues
  • Debugging threaded Programs
  • The multiprocessing module
  • Using pools
  • Alternatives to multiprogramming
Efficient Scripting
  • Running external programs
  • Parsing arguments
  • Creating filters to read text files
  • Logging
Serializing Data: XML, XPath, JSON, CSV
  • About XML
  • Normal Approaches to XML
  • Which module to use
  • Getting Started With ElementTree
  • How ElementTree Works
  • Elements
  • Creating a New XML Document
  • Parsing An XML Document
  • Navigating the XML Document
  • Using XPath
  • About JSON
  • Reading JSON
  • Writing JSON
  • Customizing JSON
  • Reading CSV data
  • Nonstandard CSV
  • Using csv.DictReader
  • Writing CSV Data
  • Pickle
Additional course details:

Nexus Humans Python for Networking & Systems Administration (TTPS4824) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward.

This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts.

Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success.

While we feel this is the best course for the Python for Networking & Systems Administration (TTPS4824) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you.

Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

FAQ for the Python for Networking & Systems Administration (TTPS4824) Course

Available Delivery Options for the Python for Networking & Systems Administration (TTPS4824) training.
  • Live Instructor Led Classroom Online (Live Online)
  • Traditional Instructor Led Classroom (TILT/ILT)
  • Delivery at your offices in London or anywhere in the UK
  • Private dedicated course as works for your staff.
How many CPD hours does the Python for Networking & Systems Administration (TTPS4824) training provide?

The 4 day. Python for Networking & Systems Administration (TTPS4824) training course give you up to 24 CPD hours/structured learning hours. If you need a letter or certificate in a particular format for your association, organisation or professional body please just ask.

What is the correct audience for the Python for Networking & Systems Administration (TTPS4824) training?

This introductory-level Python course is appropriate for advanced users, system administrators and web site administrators who want to use Python to support their server installations, as well as anyone else who wants to automate or simplify common tasks with the use of Python scripts. Students should have basic development experience in any programming language, along with a working, user-level knowledge of Unix/Linux, Mac, or Windows.

Do you provide training for the Python for Networking & Systems Administration (TTPS4824).

Yes we provide corporate training, dedicated training and closed classes for the Python for Networking & Systems Administration (TTPS4824). This can take place anywhere in UK including, England, Scotland, Cymru (Wales) or Northern Ireland or live online allowing you to have your teams from across UK or further afield to attend a single training event saving travel and delivery expenses.

What is the duration of the Python for Networking & Systems Administration (TTPS4824) program.

The Python for Networking & Systems Administration (TTPS4824) training takes place over 4 day(s), with each day lasting approximately 8 hours including small and lunch breaks to ensure that the delegates get the most out of the day.

Why are Nexus Human the best provider for the Python for Networking & Systems Administration (TTPS4824)?
Nexus Human are recognised as one of the best training companies as they and their trainers have won and hold many awards and titles including having previously won the Small Firms Best Trainer award, national training partner of the year for UK on multiple occasions, having trainers in the global top 30 instructor awards in 2012, 2019 and 2021. Nexus Human has also been nominated for the Tech Excellence awards multiple times. Learning Performance institute (LPI) external training provider sponsor 2024.
Is there a discount code for the Python for Networking & Systems Administration (TTPS4824) training.

Yes, the discount code PENPAL5 is currently available for the Python for Networking & Systems Administration (TTPS4824) training. Other discount codes may also be available but only one discount code or special offer can be used for each booking. This discount code is available for companies and individuals.

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When you organise training, we understand that there is a risk that some people may fall ill, become unavailable. To mitigate the risk we include training insurance for each delegate enrolled on our public schedule, they are welcome to sit on the same Public class within 6 months at no charge, if the case arises.

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