OpenSearch Fundamentals Training Course

Introduction to OpenSearch and Its Ecosystem

• Historical background and origins from Elasticsearch and Kibana
• Licensing framework under Apache 2.0
• Overview of the OpenSearch project structure and governance model

Core Components and Architecture

• Understanding OpenSearch nodes, clusters, and indices
• OpenSearch Dashboards and visualization features
• Plugins, extensions, and key integration points

Installation and Configuration

• Installing OpenSearch on Linux and Windows systems
• Cluster configuration strategies and topology design
• Defining node roles, settings, and managing configuration files

Data Indexing and Search

• Index lifecycle management and mapping techniques
• Utilizing Query DSL, aggregations, and tuning relevance
• Optimizing performance for data indexing and query execution

Monitoring and Observability

• Tracking performance metrics and conducting cluster health checks
• Leveraging the OpenSearch Performance Analyzer
• Utilizing OpenSearch Dashboards for continuous monitoring

Security and Access Control

• Implementing role-based access control and user authentication
• Ensuring data encryption and secure communication protocols
• Managing audit logging and compliance features

Advanced Administration and Scaling

• Developing robust backup and restore strategies
• Achieving horizontal scaling and high availability
• Best practices for troubleshooting and system maintenance

Summary and Next Steps