Course Description

Course Overview

The Installing and Managing Google Cloud’s Apigee API Platform for Private Cloud (IMAPIPC) course is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to install, configure, and manage the Apigee API platform in a private cloud environment. This course focuses on the key concepts, tools, and best practices for deploying and managing Apigee in a private cloud infrastructure.

Prerequisites

To enroll in the IMAPIPC course, participants should have a strong understanding of cloud computing concepts and familiarity with networking principles. Prior experience with API management concepts and GCP fundamentals will be beneficial. Participants should also have access to a private cloud environment where they can install and configure Apigee.

Methodology

The IMAPIPC course follows a blended learning approach, combining theoretical instruction, demonstrations, discussions, and hands-on labs. Participants will engage in instructor-led sessions where Apigee installation and management concepts and best practices are explained. They will also have access to resources and tools to gain practical experience in installing and managing Apigee in a private cloud environment. The course encourages active participation, discussions, and collaborative problem-solving to reinforce learning.

Course Outline

Introduction to Apigee API Platform

Overview of API management and the role of Apigee

Understanding Apigee’s features and capabilities

Exploring deployment options for Apigee in private cloud environments

Preparing the Private Cloud Environment

Assessing infrastructure requirements for Apigee installation

Configuring networking and security settings

Preparing the virtual machine environment for Apigee installation

Installing and Configuring Apigee Platform

Installing Apigee components in the private cloud environment

Configuring Apigee Edge and associated services

Setting up policies, quotas, and security controls in Apigee

Managing APIs and API Products

Designing and creating APIs in Apigee

Managing API lifecycle and versioning

Creating and managing API products for developers

Analytics and Monitoring with Apigee

Configuring analytics and monitoring capabilities in Apigee

Utilizing Apigee’s analytics dashboards and reports

Monitoring API performance, traffic, and health

Security and Access Control

Implementing security controls and authentication mechanisms

Configuring OAuth and API key management

Applying security policies and controls in Apigee

Scaling and High Availability

Implementing scaling strategies for Apigee in a private cloud environment

Ensuring high availability and fault tolerance

Monitoring and managing Apigee infrastructure for performance and scalability

Outcome

By the end of the IMAPIPC course, participants will have:

• Developed a comprehensive understanding of Apigee API platform installation and management in a private cloud environment
• Acquired practical knowledge in deploying and configuring Apigee components
• Gained expertise in managing APIs, API products, and security controls in Apigee
• Learned techniques for monitoring and analyzing API performance using Apigee’s analytics capabilities
• Gained hands-on experience through practical labs and exercises
• Prepared to install, configure, and manage Apigee in a private cloud infrastructure

Labs

The IMAPIPC course includes hands-on labs that provide participants with practical experience in installing and managing Apigee in a private cloud environment. Some examples of lab exercises include:

• Setting up a private cloud environment for Apigee installation
• Installing and configuring Apigee components in the private cloud environment
• Creating and managing APIs and API products in Apigee
• Configuring analytics and monitoring capabilities in Apigee
• Implementing security controls and authentication mechanisms in Apigee
• Scaling and monitoring Apigee infrastructure for performance and availability

These labs enable participants to apply the concepts learned in the course and gain hands-on experience in installing and managing Apigee in a private cloud environment, allowing them to develop practical skills as Apigee administrators in a private cloud deployment.