Ref : SCM_Tr1.1
Targeted audience
This training is intended for network system administrators and ClearCase configuration managers.
Knowledge of Windows or Unix administration is required.
Training objectives
The objectives of this training are :
- Obj.1 – Configure IBM ClearCase regions and storage points for Windows and Linux
- Obj.2 – Create and configure VOBs for your projects
- Obj.3 – Create Views and configure ConfigSpecs to follow the defined branch strategy
- Obj.4 – Strengthen the Configuration Management process by implementing access rights and controls
- Obj.5 – Create and use Meta-Data (Trigger, Attributes, …) to implement a SCM process
- Obj.6 – Analyse logs and ensure operational maintenance
Targeted skills
Upon completion of this training, the participant will be able :
- Know the main commands used to manage and configure VOBs and Views
- Create meta-data, elements
- Know the main commands used to modify access rights on ClearCase objects: meta-data, elements, VOBs and Views
- Plan Jobs (Scrubbers, analysis scripts, …)
- Identify sensitive data and secure them with access control
- Access and analyse logs to solve problems
Duration
3 days divided into 12 modules (the program can be adapted to the technological context and level of knowledge of the trainees).
- The training can be assured in person or remotely
- The training can take place on an inter-company or intra-company basis
Unfolding of the training : MORNING
Module 0 : Objectives of the training
Day 1
Introduction : Presentation of the objectives and of the unfolding of the training.
Round table : Presentation of the group, participants, and their expectations.
Module 1 : ClearCase Administration Overview
Day 1
Objectives of the module :
- The role of the ClearCase administrator
- Review of ClearCase concepts
- Administration tools
Module 2 : Managing the Registry and Regions
Day 1
Objectives of the module :
- Typical ClearCase site
- ClearCase registry and regions
- Common administrator registry/regions tasks
Unfolding of the training : AFTERNOON
Module 3 : Maintaining VOBs
Day 1
Objectives of the module :
- VOB architecture
- Types of VOBs
- VOB schema and feature level
- Scrubbing VOBs
- Removing VOBs
Module 4 : Managing Access Control
Day 1
Objectives of the module :
- Overview of ClearCase protection
- Protection of VOBs
- Protection on views
- Protection on directories
- Protection on elements and other objects
Unfolding of the training : MORNING
Module 5 : Modifying, Supplying, and Moving VOBs
Day 2
Objectives of the module :
- Viewing and modifying registry information
- Making a VOB available in multiple regions
- Importing data
- Relocating elements
- Moving VOBs and VOB storage directories
Module 6 : Managing Views
Day 2
Objectives of the module :
- Displaying and modifying view properties
- Modifying view registry entries
- Removing views
Unfolding of the training : AFTERNOON
Module 7 : Managing Storage Pools
Day 2
Objectives of the module :
- Storage pools
- Viewing storage pool information
- Creating and manipulating storage pools
- Scrubbing pools
Module 8 : Scheduling Tasks
Day 2
Objectives of the module :
- ClearCase Job Scheduler
- Displaying job information
- Scheduling custom jobs
Unfolding of the training : MORNING
Module 9 : Backing Up and Restoring ClearCase Objects
Day 3
Objectives of the module :
- Backing up VOBs
- Restoring VOBs
- Repairing a damaged VOB
- Backing up and recovering views
Module 10 : Managing ClearCase Licenses
Day 3
Objectives of the module :
- ClearCase Licensing overview
- Configuring and tracking license usage
- Making licenses available
- IBM Common Licensing (FLEXlm)
Unfolding of the training : AFTERNOON
Module 11 : Planning a ClearCase Implementation
Day 3
Objectives of the module :
- Installation decisions
- Registry and regions
- VOB implementation
- View implementation
- Remote User Support
- ClearCase Interoperability
Module 12 : Installing ClearCase
Day 2
Objectives of the module :
- Enterprise deployment installation process
- ClearCase V9.0 installation demonstration
- Installing ClearCase patches
- Removing or modifying ClearCase
Training, technical and supervisory resources
Each course module will be covered in a hands-on exercise that will be performed via a remote ELM server provided and installed by ABlogiX. Each participant will have a computer already installed to access the ELM server.
Training support will be provided for each module and will be presented via a video projector or large screen. A whiteboard or interactive whiteboard should be provided with pens.
The training is facilitated by a consultant-trainer, which allows participants to benefit from his field experience.
The trainer
ABLOGIX has an expert with more than 20 years of experience in ClearCase Configuration Management across a range of industries.
Additionnal information?
For any additional information, contact us by phone at this phone number + 33(0)2 85 29 43 44 or via email : formation@ablogix.fr for a quotation.
The training activity of ABlogiX is “registered under number 52 72 01527 72. This registration is not equivalent to State approval”, in accordance with Article L6322-48.