Introduction to Server Administration

Are you a web developer looking to level up your skills and gain control over your server environment? This course is designed for developers, technologists, and anyone interested in server administration and backend development. Whether you're aiming to deploy and manage your own servers, transition into server-side development, or launch a career in system administration, this course provides the foundational knowledge you need.

You'll learn to independently provision web servers and deploy scalable web applications accessible globally. We'll cover the essential server administration tools used by professionals, with a strong focus on web server security best practices.

This is a hands-on course – we focus on doing, not just watching. You'll immediately start building your skills by creating and configuring your first server in the very first chapter. You'll master crucial command-line tools like NANO and VIM, essential for efficient server management.

Key topics include:

• LAMP Stack: A deep dive into the LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) – a cornerstone of web development.
• Package Managers: Learn how to effectively manage software packages on your server.
• GIT Code Repositories: Understand and utilize GIT for version control and collaborative development.
• MySQL Database: Gain proficiency in working with MySQL databases.
• Server Security: Implement robust server security measures to protect your applications and data.
• Log Management: Learn how to analyze and interpret server logs for troubleshooting and performance monitoring.

Join a supportive community of learners guided by Henry Quinn of LearnToProgram. Ready to add server administration to your skillset? We're excited to welcome you!