Akka Cluster Fundamentals
Instructor-led training in Akka Cluster Fundamentals. Delivered live online by senior practitioners, with hands-on labs and a final assessment. Includes an Skilvi course-completion certificate.
Overview
The Akka Cluster Fundamentals course introduces participants to the principles and practices of building distributed systems using Akka. This course emphasizes the importance of scalability and resilience in modern applications, equipping learners with the necessary skills to implement Akka's powerful capabilities effectively.
What you'll learn
- You will be able to understand the core concepts of Akka and its architecture.
- You will be able to set up and configure an Akka cluster.
- You will be able to implement actor-based programming models.
- You will be able to manage cluster nodes and handle node failures.
- You will be able to utilize Akka's routing capabilities for load balancing.
- You will be able to develop resilient applications that can recover from failures.
- You will be able to apply Akka's distributed data patterns.
- You will be able to integrate Akka with other technologies for building microservices.
Curriculum
7 modules · outline is indicative and can be tailored to your team.
1Introduction to Akka
- Overview of Akka and its ecosystem
- Understanding Actor Model
- Benefits of distributed systems
2Setting Up an Akka Cluster
- Installing Akka and required tools
- Configuring cluster settings
- Running your first Akka cluster
3Actor-Based Programming Model
- Creating and managing actors
- Actor lifecycle and supervision
- Message passing and communication between actors
4Cluster Management and Resilience
- Monitoring cluster nodes
- Handling node failures
- Cluster sharding for scalability
5Routing and Load Balancing
- Understanding routing in Akka
- Implementing different routing strategies
- Load balancing across cluster nodes
6Building Resilient Applications
- Implementing supervision strategies
- Creating self-healing systems
- Testing and debugging Akka applications
7Distributed Data and Integration
- Using Akka Distributed Data
- Integrating Akka with microservices architecture
- Best practices for Akka applications
Prerequisites
No prior experience required.
Who should attend
This course is designed for developers and IT professionals interested in building scalable and resilient applications using Akka.
Certification
Frequently asked questions
What is the delivery format of the course?
The course is instructor-led and delivered live online.
How long is the course?
The course duration is 16 hours, typically spread over four sessions.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion?
Yes, participants will receive an Skilvi course-completion certificate.
Are exam vouchers included?
Exam vouchers are available through authorized channels on request.
Do I need to have any programming experience?
No prior experience required; however, familiarity with programming concepts is beneficial.
What software do I need to participate in the course?
Participants will need a computer with internet access and the ability to run Java and Akka.
Pricing on request
- Live online (VILT)
- 16–24 hours
- Hands-on labs & assignments
- Skilvi completion certificate
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