The leading program evaluation reference, updated with the latest tools and techniquesThe Handbook of Practical Program Evaluation provides tools for managers and evaluators to address questions about the performance of public and nonprofit programs. Neatly integrating authoritative, high-level information with practicality and readability, this guide gives you the tools and processes you need to analyze your program's operations and outcomes more accurately. This new fourth edition has been thoroughly updated and revised, with new coverage of the latest evaluation methods, including: Culturally responsive evaluationAdopting designs and tools to evaluate multi-service community change programsUsing role playing to collect dataUsing cognitive interviewing to pre-test surveysCoding qualitative dataYou'll discover robust analysis methods that produce a more accurate picture of program results, and learn how to trace causality back to the source to see how much of the outcome can be directly attributed to the program. Written by award-winning experts at the top of the field, this book also contains contributions from the leading evaluation authorities among academics and practitioners to provide the most comprehensive, up-to-date reference on the topic. Valid and reliable data constitute the bedrock of accurate analysis, and since funding relies more heavily on program analysis than ever before, you cannot afford to rely on weak or outdated methods. This book gives you expert insight and leading edge tools that help you paint a more accurate picture of your program's processes and results, including: Obtaining valid, reliable, and credible performance dataEngaging and working with stakeholders to design valuable evaluations and performance monitoring systemsAssessing program outcomes and tracing desired outcomes to program activitiesProviding robust analyses of both quantitative and qualitative dataGovernmental bodies, foundations, individual donors, and other funding bodies are increasingly demanding information on the use of program funds and program results. The Handbook of Practical Program Evaluation shows you how to collect and present valid and reliable data about programs. Read more

This trusted reference puts thousands of ready-to-use words, phrases, descriptions, and action items right at your fingertips — perfect for review time, creating development plans, and monitoring performance year-round.Whether you're an HR professional or a manager, chances are there's one task you really dislike: giving performance reviews. Even if you know the basic points you want to get across, finding the right words and committing them to paper is about as much fun as a trip to the dentist.This phrasebook puts the right words in your hands with phrases that managers, supervisors, and HR professionals can use to help them properly evaluate performance and make the whole process much smoother.In 2600 Phrases for Effective Performance Reviews, renowned career expert Paul Falcone covers the 25 most commonly-rated performance factors including:productivity,time management,teamwork,decision making, and more!Falcone also shares job-specific parameters that apply in sales, customer service, finance, and many other areas and industries. 2600 Phrases for Effective Performance Reviews is useful not just for review time but will also be instrumental in creating job descriptions and development plans as well as monitoring performance, progress, and problems year-round. Read more

Expert tips and tricks for designing Analysis Services Multidimensional ModelsAbout This BookDesign SQL Server Analysis Services cubes, dimensions, and calculations from the experts!Add calculations to the cube, including implementing currency conversion and a date tool dimensionUse security to control access to data in your cubeWho This Book Is ForIf you are an Analysis Services cube designer wishing to learn more advanced topic and best practices for cube design, this book is for you.You are expected to have some prior experience with Analysis Services cube development.What You Will LearnBuild a data mart suitable for use with Analysis ServicesWork with a thread pool effectivelyCreate and configure an Analysis Services project in SQL Server Data ToolsUse the Dimension Wizard and the Dimension Editor to build dimensionsCreate measure groups and associate them with dimensionsDesign cubes and dimensions and also implement common calculations in MDXExplore the security model, including dimension security and cell security, and implement dynamic securityTune queries to get the best possible performanceAutomate processing and partition creationMonitor your cube to see who's actually using itIn DetailMicrosoft's SQL Server Analysis Services 2012 Multidimensional is an OLAP server that allows end users to analyze large amounts of business data quickly and easily, using a variety of tools including Excel, and to create their own reports without IT involvement. It is part of the Microsoft SQL Server suite of tools and has been used widely on Business Intelligence projects for the last 15 years; it is now the most commonly used OLAP server in the world.Expert Cube Development with SSAS Multidimensional Models will teach you tips and tricks for cube design from some of the most experienced Analysis Services experts in the world. Topics covered include designing dimensions and cubes, implementing common MDX calculations, security and performance tuning. The book takes you through the whole lifecycle of Analysis Services cube development, from how data warehouse design affects your cube, through cube and dimension design to performance tuning and monitoring. Some previous experience of Analysis Services is assumed– the focus is on best practices and design patterns.The book starts off with a discussion of data warehouse design and how it relates to Analysis Services. Following on from that, best practices relating to Analysis Services cube and dimension design are covered, including topics such as optimizing dimension attribute relationships and handling fact tables that contain data at different granularities.Next, the book looks at using MDX to implement common business calculations, and then moves on to more advanced problems like currency conversion calculations and creating a date tool dimensions.Finally security, performance tuning, automation of administrative tasks and monitoring usage and performance each get their own chapter and subject such as dynamic security roles, using Profiler to diagnose query performance problems and automating partition creation are also dealt with. Read more

Build and backtest your algorithmic trading strategies to gain a true advantage in the marketKey FeaturesGet quality insights from market data, stock analysis, and create your own data visualisationsLearn how to navigate the different features in Python’s data analysis librariesStart systematically approaching quantitative research and strategy generation/backtesting in algorithmic tradingBook DescriptionCreating an effective system to automate your trading can help you achieve two of every trader’s key goals; saving time and making money. But to devise a system that will work for you, you need guidance to show you the ropes around building a system and monitoring its performance. This is where Hands-on Financial Trading with Python can give you the advantage.This practical Python book will introduce you to Python and tell you exactly why it’s the best platform for developing trading strategies. You’ll then cover quantitative analysis using Python, and learn how to build algorithmic trading strategies with Zipline using various market data sources.Using Zipline as the backtesting library allows access to complimentary US historical daily market data until 2018. As you advance, you will gain an in-depth understanding of Python libraries such as NumPy and pandas for analyzing financial datasets, and explore Matplotlib, statsmodels, and scikit-learn libraries for advanced analytics.As you progress, you’ll pick up lots of skills like time series forecasting, covering pmdarima and Facebook Prophet.By the end of this trading book, you will be able to build predictive trading signals, adopt basic and advanced algorithmic trading strategies, and perform portfolio optimization to help you get —and stay—ahead of the markets.What you will learnDiscover how quantitative analysis works by covering financial statistics and ARIMAUse core Python libraries to perform quantitative research and strategy development using real datasetsUnderstand how to access financial and economic data in PythonImplement effective data visualization with MatplotlibApply scientific computing and data visualization with popular Python librariesBuild and deploy backtesting algorithmic trading strategiesWho this book is forIf you’re a financial trader or a data analyst who wants a hands-on introduction to designing algorithmic trading strategies, then this book is for you. You don’t have to be a fully-fledged programmer to dive into this book, but knowing how to use Python’s core libraries and a solid grasp on statistics will help you get the most out of this book.Table of ContentsIntroduction to algorithmic tradingExploratory Data Analysis in PythonHigh-speed Scientific Computing using NumPyData Manipulation and Analysis with PandasData Visualization using MatplotlibStatistical Estimation, Inference, and PredictionFinancial Market Data Access in PythonIntroduction to Zipline and PyFolioFundamental algorithmic trading strategies Read more

The DP-700: Implementing Data Engineering Solutions Using Microsoft Fabric is a comprehensive guide designed to help professionals prepare for the Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate exam. This book offers an in-depth exploration of Microsoft Fabric, equipping readers with the essential skills needed to design, implement, and manage data engineering solutions on the Azure platform.The book starts by providing an overview of the DP-700 certification, followed by a deep dive into Microsoft Fabric, its architecture, and the tools available for data engineering. You’ll learn how to efficiently manage and secure data, design scalable data storage solutions, and implement complex data pipelines using Azure Data Factory. Additionally, it covers the transformation and analysis of data with tools like Power Query, Synapse Dataflows, and Notebooks, empowering readers to create robust data workflows.A significant portion of the book is dedicated to optimizing workloads and resources in Microsoft Fabric, helping readers ensure high performance and cost-efficiency. Best practices for securing data, configuring Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), and ensuring compliance using Microsoft Purview are also thoroughly discussed. The book concludes with a section on troubleshooting common issues, monitoring performance, and scaling solutions to meet enterprise requirements.Packed with practical examples and expert tips, this guide serves as an indispensable resource for those looking to master the core concepts and technical skills required for the DP-700 certification exam and excel in data engineering careers using Microsoft Fabric. Read more

Implement real-time monitoring, visualization, analytics, and troubleshooting strategies on Azure to ensure optimal performance and reliability in your cloud environmentKey FeaturesMonitor Azure-native, hybrid, and multi-cloud infrastructure effectivelyDesign proactive incident responses and visualization dashboards for configuring, optimizing, and monitoring dataImplement strategies for monitoring Azure applications using real-world case studiesPurchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBookBook DescriptionCloud observability is complex and costly due to the use of hybrid and multi-cloud infrastructure as well as various Azure tools, hampering IT teams’ ability to monitor and analyze issues. The authors distill their years of experience with Microsoft to share the strategic insights and practical skills needed to optimize performance, ensure reliability, and navigate the dynamic landscape of observability on Azure.You’ll get an in-depth understanding of cloud observability and Azure Monitor basics, before getting to grips with the configuration and optimization of data sources and pipelines for effective monitoring. You’ll learn about advanced data analysis techniques using metrics and the Kusto Query Language (KQL) for your logs, design proactive incident response strategies with automated alerts, and visualize reports via dashboards. Using hands-on examples and best practices, you’ll explore the integration of Azure Monitor with Azure Arc and third-party tools, such as Datadog, Elastic Stack, or Dynatrace. You’ll also implement artificial intelligence for IT Operations (AIOps) and secure monitoring for hybrid and multi-cloud environments, aligned with emerging trends.By the end of this book, you’ll be able to develop robust and cost-optimized observability solutions for monitoring your Azure infrastructure and apps using Azure Monitor.What you will learnGet a holistic overview of cloud observability with Azure MonitorConfigure and optimize data sources to monitor Azure solutionsAnalyze logs and metrics using advanced data analysis techniques with KQLDesign proactive incident response strategies with automated alertsVisualize monitoring data through impactful dashboards and reportsExtend observability to hybrid and multi-cloud environments with Azure ArcBuild and implement monitoring solutions on Azure, aligned with industry standardsWho this book is forIf you're a seasoned cloud engineer, cloud architect, DevOps engineer, SRE, or an aspiring cloud practitioner eager to elevate your observability skills on Azure and implement monitoring strategies using Azure Monitor, then this book is for you. A basic understanding of Azure cloud services, cloud infrastructure management, and network virtualization will be helpful.Table of ContentsIntroduction to Observability with Azure MonitorUnderstanding Azure Monitor Components and FunctionsExploring Azure Monitor Data Sources and the Ingestion PipelineAnalyzing Your Data Using Logs and MetricsResponding to Monitoring EventsVisualizing Your Logs and MetricsApplication Observability and Performance Monitoring with Application InsightsHybrid and Multi-Cloud MonitoringIntegrating with Third-Party ToolsBuilding Your Monitoring StrategyCost Management and OptimizationFuture Trends and Looking AheadAppendix Read more

SummaryLearn SQL Server Administration in a Month of Lunches is the perfect way to get started with SQL Server operations, including maintenance, backup and recovery, high availability, and performance monitoring. In about an hour a day over a month, you'll learn exactly what you can do, and what you shouldn't touch. Most importantly, you'll learn the day-to-day tasks and techniques you need to keep SQL Server humming along smoothly.Purchase of the print book includes a free eBook in PDF, Kindle, and ePub formats from Manning Publications.About the BookMicrosoft SQL Server is used by millions of businesses, ranging in size from Fortune 500s to small shops worldwide. Whether you're just getting started as a DBA, supporting a SQL Server-driven application, or you've been drafted by your office as the SQL Server admin, you do not need a thousand-page book to get up and running.Learn SQL Server Administration in a Month of Lunches is the perfect way to get started with SQL Server. This concise, easy-to-read book skips academic introductions and teaches you day-to-day techniques for maintenance, backup and recovery, performance monitoring, and more. Each of the 21 short lessons gives you practical takeaways you'll use over and over.What's InsideMaster the basics—indexes, logins, backup, recovery ... and moreLearn what you can and cannot do when supporting a third-party applicationMonitor and improve performanceWritten by expert trainer and bestselling author Don JonesAccessible to readers of any level of experience, the book covers techniques for all versions of SQLServer 2005-2014. About the AuthorDon Jones is a Microsoft MVP, speaker, and trainer. He is the creator of the Month of Lunches series and author of over 50 books on PowerShell, IIS, Active Directory, SCCM, SQL Server, and more.Table of ContentsBefore you beginServer assessment and configurationT-SQL crash courseManaging databasesBackup and recoveryAuthentication: who are you? Authorization: what are you allowed to do? Accounting: what did you do?Analyzing indexesMaintaining indexesTuning index designsReading query execution plansBlock and deadlock analysisAutomating management with SQL Server AgentMultiserver managementWindows PowerShell and SQL ServerUsing Extended EventsMonitoring and analyzing performanceOptions for high availabilityVirtualizing SQL ServerMoving, migrating, and upgrading databasesSQL Server performance checklistNever the end Read more

Linux LPIC-1: Linux Administrator Simplified serves as a comprehensive and practical guide for aspiring Linux administrators preparing for the LPIC-1 certification. This book demystifies Linux system administration through an easy-to-follow approach, making it accessible for beginners while providing valuable depth for experienced users.The content is organized around essential topics required for mastering Linux systems. Readers will explore the Linux file system hierarchy, including disk partitioning, file system creation, permissions, and maintenance. Core administrative skills are covered, such as managing users and groups, configuring sudo permissions, and understanding process management. Detailed sections on networking address IP configuration, firewall management, troubleshooting, and advanced topics like network bonding and DNS setup.The book emphasizes practical, hands-on knowledge with tools like fdisk, iptables, systemctl, and package managers (apt, yum, zypper). It also delves into essential security practices, including SELinux, AppArmor, disk encryption, and SSH key management. Advanced topics include RAID configuration, virtualization with KVM, container basics (Docker), and high-availability solutions.Readers will gain expertise in automation using shell scripting, job scheduling, and configuration management with Ansible. Whether configuring servers, monitoring performance, or securing systems, this guide offers a streamlined path to mastering Linux administration and achieving LPIC-1 certification. Read more

Peek Under the Hood of the Complex but Fascinating Java Virtual MachineDive into the intricacies of JVM performance with JVM Performance Engineering, the essential guide for seasoned Java developers eager to demystify the JVM. Focusing on the OpenJDK HotSpot VM, this book provides insights into cutting-edge Java performance techniques and trends.Distinguished Java Champion Monica Beckwith blends theoretical insights and practical tools--encompassing case studies, applications, use-case diagrams, and process flow charts--to demonstrate diagnostic techniques, performance methodologies, and optimizations.This manual is a portal to excelling in Java performance engineering, offering Java developers, system architects, and software engineers the tools to foster career advancement and success with Java applications.Examine the evolving Java type system, from lambda expressions to the advent of records and sealed classes, and explore how Project Valhalla aims to further optimize performanceLeverage the Unified JVM Logging Interface for enhanced diagnostics, monitoring, and performance testing, featuring the novel asynchronous logging mechanismGrasp the intricate relationship between JVM and hardware, mastering end-to-end Java performance optimization techniquesGain deep insights into JVM's garbage collection and memory management, examining the pivotal Garbage First and Z GCs--and how they are shaping the Java performance landscapeExplore efficient deployment strategies and techniques to accelerate JVM readiness, leveraging class data sharing, ahead-of-time compilation, and innovations like GraalVM and upcoming Project LeydenEmbark on an exploration of the synergy between the JVM and exotic hardware like GPUs and FPGAs and revel in the potential of Project Panama and TornadoVM in high-computational scenarios such as machine learning and data analyticsLook ahead to the future of Java concurrency with Virtual Threads, and investigate runtime optimizations of string handling and concurrency, propelling Java forwardRegister your product for convenient access to downloads, updates, and/or corrections as they become available. See inside for details. Read more

Discover How to Make Your Project Control Even More Effective and Bring More Transparency and Security to Your ProjectsThis book covers the basic concepts of EARNED VALUE MANAGEMENT in an easy understandable way. You will find on more than 200 pages comprehensive knowledge about Earned Value Management, simply explained with more than 50 illustrations – and aligned with the PMBOK® Guide.Project control and reporting of costs, schedules, technical progress and risks is essential in projects. With EARNED VALUE MANAGEMENT (EVM) you get an extremely effective project control tool to bring the necessary transparency and security to your projects.Find out the answers to this difficult questions:The actual costs are lower than the planned costs. Does this mean that the project is working well or that it is behind schedule?The actual costs are higher than the planned costs and the project is half completed. What are the estimated costs of the project when it is completed?When will the project be completed?How efficiently are we using our time and resources?How much will the profit or ROI be at the end of the project?With the answers to these questions you will quickly know the real status and health of your project. Overly optimistic estimates regarding actual project progress are quickly revealed with the EVM performance figures. This way you obtain early warning signals to manage your project successfully and you can also make early forecasts of the project end costs and the probable project duration.In this book you will discover the most important concepts of Earned Value Management in order to apply it successfully. You will learn about the following topics:Project control fundamentalsThe Genesis of Earned Value ManagementWhat is Earned Value Management and why do we need it?Project and budget planning when using Earned Value ManagementThe calculation of the Earned Values and its derived EVM performance figuresProject monitoring and forecasts with EVM performance figuresReporting when using Earned Value ManagementImplementing Earned Value ManagementWith its comprehensive glossary containing definitions of all key terms, this book is equally suitable as a comprehensive introduction and as a reference book for everyday work.This book is an indispensable manual for beginners in the EVM topic but also for experienced Project Managers, Project Controls Specialists and Project Portfolio Managers who have the first contact with EVM.The terminology used in this book is identical to the PMBOK® Guide Check out the preview (look inside) or download the free Kindle reading sample.Buy this book to make your projects even more successful! Read more

Design and administer enterprise-grade MySQL 8 solutionsKey FeaturesStore, retrieve, and manipulate your data using the latest MySQL 8 featuresPractical recipes on effective administration in MySQL, with a focus on security, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and moreContains tips, tricks, and best practices for designing, developing, and administering your MySQL 8 database solution without any hassleBook DescriptionMySQL is one of the most popular and widely used relational databases in the World today. The recently released MySQL 8 version promises to be better and more efficient than ever before.This book contains everything you need to know to be the go-to person in your organization when it comes to MySQL. Starting with a quick installation and configuration of your MySQL instance, the book quickly jumps into the querying aspects of MySQL. It shows you the newest improvements in MySQL 8 and gives you hands-on experience in managing high-transaction and real-time datasets. If you've already worked with MySQL before and are looking to migrate your application to MySQL 8, this book will also show you how to do that. The book also contains recipes on efficient MySQL administration, with tips on effective user management, data recovery, security, database monitoring, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and more.With quick solutions to common and not-so-common problems you might encounter while working with MySQL 8, the book contains practical tips and tricks to give you the edge over others in designing, developing, and administering your database effectively.What you will learnInstall and configure your MySQL 8 instance without any hassleGet to grips with new features of MySQL 8 like CTE, Window functions and many morePerform backup tasks, recover data and set up various replication topologies for your databaseMaximize performance by using new features of MySQL 8 like descending indexes, controlling query optimizer and resource groupsLearn how to use general table space to suit the SaaS or multi-tenant applicationsAnalyze slow queries using performance schema, sys schema and third party toolsManage and monitor your MySQL instance and implement efficient performance-tuning tasks Who this book is forIf you are a MySQL developer or administrator looking for quick, handy solutions to solve the most common and not-so-common problems in MySQL, this book is for you. MySQL DBAs looking to get up-to-speed with the latest MySQL 8 development and administration features will also find this book very useful. Prior knowledge of Linux and RDBMS is desirable.Table of ContentsInstalling and UpgradingUsing MySQLUsing MySQL (Advanced)Configuring MySQLTransactionsBinary LoggingBackupRestoring dataReplicationTable MaintenanceManaging TablespaceManaging LogsPerformance TuningSecurity Read more

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Private Equity Fund Operations: A CFO’s Guide to Back-Office Excellence is the definitive resource for understanding the essential back-office operations of private equity funds. Written by a private equity fund CFO for industry professionals, this book provides an in-depth look at the critical functions that drive success. Whether you're a CFO, fund manager, or finance professional, this guide offers valuable insights to navigate and optimize fund management operations.Inside, you’ll learn how to:✅ Navigate the complexities of private equity fund structures, from Limited Partnerships to LLCs, and understand the tax and legal implications involved✅ Master the capital raising process, including managing investor relations, subscription documents, and structuring fees and carried interest✅ Execute capital calls, distributions, and manage fund cash flow with strategies that optimize your fund’s financial health✅ Dive into investment execution and portfolio management, with best practices for due diligence, transaction structuring, and performance monitoring✅ Understand the financial reporting and valuation methodologies essential to investor transparency, including GAAP, IFRS, and fair value accounting✅ Stay on top of regulatory and compliance requirements, including anti-money laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), and tax reporting✅ Explore the role of fund administration, outsourcing decisions, and the importance of leveraging technology to streamline operations✅ Address risk management and cybersecurity concerns, ensuring your fund remains secure and resilient✅ Get ahead of innovation with cutting-edge technology in fund management, including AI, blockchain, and automated processesThis book is not just a guide; it’s a strategic tool to help you optimize back-office functions, mitigate risks, and ensure regulatory compliance. Whether you’re looking to refine your private equity operations or gain a comprehensive understanding of the entire fund lifecycle, this book will help you make informed decisions and elevate your fund’s performance.Start mastering private equity fund operations today and build a foundation for long-term success. Read more

This book is an essential guide for understanding the basics of public procurement and contract administration. Aimed at entry-level and intermediate professionals, this book provides a clear and concise introduction to the principles, categories, and methods of public procurement.Summary of the ContentPublic Procurement Cycle: The book explains how public procurement processes are planned, executed, and monitored. It covers the entire cycle from needs assessment and planning to contract closeout, ensuring compliance with the applicable rules and regulations throughout.Principles of Public Procurement: The author highlights the seven core principles that should guide all public procurement processes: transparency, integrity, economy, competition, fairness, openness, and accountability. These principles ensure that procurement is conducted fairly, efficiently, and responsibly.Procurement Planning: Planning is a critical step in the procurement process. The book details how to identify needs, select appropriate procurement methods, and develop a schedule that allows for timely and budget-compliant execution of public contracts.Procurement Methods: The book explores various competitive and non-competitive procurement methods, including open tendering, restricted tendering, and direct procurement. Each method is designed for specific situations based on complexity, urgency, and market availability.Receiving and Evaluating Offers: It discusses how to solicit, receive, and evaluate offers from suppliers. Important topics such as bid security, bid opening processes, and ensuring fair evaluations are covered to help ensure compliance with procurement rules.Contract Administration: Once a contract is awarded, contract administration begins. This section emphasizes the importance of managing contractor performance, monitoring deadlines, processing payments, and resolving issues that may arise during contract execution.Monitoring and Compliance: Monitoring the contract's performance is essential to ensure that the supplier meets the agreed-upon terms. The book provides detailed procedures for inspecting goods, works, and services, ensuring quality and compliance throughout the contract period.Overall, this book serves as an indispensable reference for those looking to enhance their understanding of public procurement and contract administration. With practical insights and clear explanations, it is ideal for students, professionals, and anyone interested in the field of public procurement. Read more

Be a proficient Linux system administrator Key Features● Discusses new features embedded in the newer version of RHEL.● Provides you with a manual on various commands that a regular and admin user may use to perform his daily tasks.● Provides comprehensive material to administer, manage, and secure the server.DescriptionToday, Linux is used everywhere, which means the demand for Linux administrators is high. This book is organized to help readers develop the essential skills to become competent Linux administrators. This book provides extensive materials that will deliver beginners vast knowledge in the Linux domain. It begins with the fundamentals of Linux systems and moves ahead to discussing advanced topics. To help the readers gain competitive knowledge, RHEL9 is used throughout this book. This book helps the readers learn useful Linux commands to efficiently manage Linux servers. It also delivers extensive knowledge of shell scripting required to automate most of the regular admin-related tasks. Security of the data and the server as a whole is another important aspect that this book describes. Besides, this book also explains advanced topics such as cloud, web servers, performance tuning, etc., in a practical way that will truly be very helpful for beginners to start their professional career in this domain.Reading this book will serve as an indispensable step towards understanding the Linux core concepts. The materials delivered in this book will aid in making you proficient in handling, managing, and administering one or more RHEL servers. What you will learn● Successfully install and manage Linux on any machine.● Understand Linux/Unix file organization and implement file security with the principle of least privilege.● Master command line usage and practical applications of Linux commands.● Gain expertise in disk management and partitioning on Linux systems.● Learn networking fundamentals and implement secure networks among multiple machines. Who this book is forThis book is designed for system engineers, network engineers, junior Linux administrators, and Windows administrators who want to gain knowledge in managing RHEL on a daily basis. It also caters to the needs of Red Hat professionals who want to refresh their knowledge and get comfortable using RHEL 9.Table of Contents1. The First Step to Linux2. Linux Filesystem and Administration3. Knowing Linux Commands4. Managing Processes and Services in RedHat Linux5. Handling and Managing Files6. Managing Users and File Permissions7. Interacting with Bash Shell and Scripting8. Security and Networking in Linux9. Partitioning in Linux 10. Containers11. Cloud Computing12. Graphical User Interface 13. Software Updates and Patch Management 14. Package Installation 15. Performance Monitoring and Tuning16. Backup and Troubleshooting in Linux17. Web Server and Database Server Setup in Linux18. Miscellaneous Read more

A note from the Author: There are many SAN CAPACITY/PERFORMANCE ANALYST jobs that are still waiting to be filled. One can read this book, and easily get hired.Good luck!Pradeep Kumar MishraSubject Domain: Systems Administrator; Sector: Information Technology Why this e-book: It will provide accumulated experience & observations of 12 years of Empowering advice , theoretical and practical aspects of Storage Area Network Performance Tuning Job to SAN,Storage Area Network, SAN professionals so that they can architect, implement, operate, manage, and integrate enterprise IT systems and SAN infrastructure in an optimum way. It has precisely articulated bottom line practical real interview questions with answers to be successful at any SAN Admin, Storage Area Network Performance Tuning job interview. It will help you to convey powerful and useful information to the employer successfully. ***** Try to be in parking lot an hour before the interview and use this time to read over this e-book .It has been well written to make it a very quick read (over 215 pages, in kindle: font size: 5).Practicing with this interview questions and answers in the mirror will help with your replies to questions and pass with flying colors. It also covers non-technical, HR and Personnel questions in brief. Practicing with this interview questions and answers in the mirror will help with your replies to questions and pass with flying colors. It’s for the following job interviews: Storage administrators, DBAs, Database Managers, System administrators, IT Managers, Technical Services Manager, IT Directors, CIO You will learn to practice mock interviews and answer SAN Performance Tuning interview questions you'll most likely be asked: SAN fabric performance issues. Storage analysis, capacity planning and performance monitoring. Identify performance bottlenecks using Diagnostics data. Database environments table, column, and index Storage requirements growth accommodations. Manage, monitor and administer database and system performance. Architect, design and implement complex database solutions Tune database performance Database Benchmarking Database segmentation Database Sharding of high transaction web application Diagnosing and fixing database performance and scalability issues Performance tuning on database and system level Implementation of changes to improve data base and application performance. Tuning, Performance analysis & Capacity planning Performance parameters How to perform performance analysis in a SAN Environment Database health and performance monitoring on SAN Bandwidth throttling What you know about performance requirements of a Web Application on SAN Database and content server performance requirements on SAN OS performance monitoring tools Tune email application for the best performance on SAN Performance tuning of Backup server on SAN Cache utilization on SAN Tuning Online Analytical Processing/OLAP on SAN Recommendations for various types of I/O loads on SAN Tuning sequential read and Sequential write CPU-intensive vs. I/O-intensive operations Analysis of SAN IO Bandwidth Requirements Tuning cache inflow control Tuning Cache Write Pending Tuning Random I/O How to design SAN for response time centric applications OLTP SAN Storage How to design database volume in an enterprise storage system for best performance SAN multi-pathing schemes and when to use for optimal performance I/O Tuning Bandwidth : Throughput: Turnaround time: Waiting time: Response time: Cache thrashing: How will you perform performance analysis in a SAN Environment? Explain the I/O Data Path in a SAN environment? How will you know if there is a Performance issue? What are the fundamental items to consider for Database performance on SAN? What you recommend for the Controller CPU Microrocessor Utilization? What you recommend for Cache Write Pending? Read more

As applications grow more complex and distributed, the ability to detect, diagnose, and resolve issues quickly becomes critical to their success. Watch & Trace: Logging and Monitoring in ASP.NET Core is a practical, in-depth guide for .NET developers who want to build secure, scalable, and observable applications with confidence. Whether you're working on microservices, web APIs, or serverless apps, this book gives you the tools and techniques you need to gain full visibility into your systems.This book takes a deep dive into the logging and diagnostics capabilities of ASP.NET Core, showing you how to collect meaningful logs, monitor application health, and trace errors across services. You’ll learn how to leverage the built-in ILogger interface and extend your logging strategy using structured logging tools like Serilog. From writing your first log line to setting up a full observability pipeline with centralized log aggregation and real-time monitoring dashboards, you’ll gain step-by-step guidance every step of the way.Explore how to use Application Insights, OpenTelemetry, and distributed tracing to track request flow, measure performance, and identify bottlenecks in real time. You'll learn to use modern monitoring tools like Grafana, Seq, and Elasticsearch to query logs, set alerts, and visualize your application's behavior. Whether you’re running a single service or managing dozens of microservices, this book equips you with the knowledge to trace problems back to their source.Learn how to implement global exception handling, log meaningful error details, and avoid common security pitfalls like logging sensitive or personal data. Understand how to correlate logs across multiple services using trace identifiers and how to inject important contextual information into your logs at runtime. This book also covers testing your logging logic, capturing logs during unit tests, and integrating your logs into CI/CD pipelines for auditability.You’ll also discover how to configure liveness and readiness probes, track application metrics, and visualize CPU, memory, and request statistics through telemetry platforms. Real-world code samples are included throughout, along with production-ready templates for configuring your applications for both development and enterprise-scale deployment.Topics covered include:Structured logging with Serilog and custom log enrichersCentralized logging with Seq, ELK stack, and Grafana LokiInstrumenting ASP.NET Core with OpenTelemetry and ActivitySetting up Application Insights for performance trackingHandling exceptions and logging error details safelyImplementing HealthChecks, metrics, and performance diagnosticsSetting up alerts, thresholds, and dashboardsLogging strategies for microservices and distributed systemsTesting and mocking log output in unit testsLogging in Azure Functions and serverless architecturesLogging best practices, anti-patterns, and team standardsWhether you're a backend developer, DevOps engineer, or software architect, this book will help you build .NET applications that are observable, diagnosable, and production-ready. You’ll gain the skills to track down elusive bugs, monitor real-time performance, and confidently release code that behaves as expected in the wild.If you're ready to take your ASP.NET Core applications to the next level with professional-grade logging and monitoring, Watch & Trace is your go-to resource. Read more

"Traefik Unleashed: The Definitive Guide to Optimizing Cloud-Native Load Balancing and Reverse Proxying" is an extensive resource crafted to empower professionals with the expertise to implement, configure, and enhance Traefik in their environments. As a pivotal open-source edge router, Traefik plays a crucial role in navigating the intricacies of modern microservices and cloud-native architectures. This guide offers a thorough exploration of its fundamental architecture, dynamic routing features, and seamless integration with platforms like Docker and Kubernetes, making it indispensable for cloud engineers, system administrators, and developers aiming to optimize their infrastructure.The book encompasses a broad spectrum of topics, from basic installation procedures to sophisticated networking strategies and security enhancements, blending essential concepts with practical applications. Readers will discover how to use Traefik for efficient traffic management across varied ecosystems, capitalize on its extensibility through plugins, and boost their systems' performance with robust monitoring and observability practices. With real-world examples and detailed, step-by-step guidance, "Traefik Unleashed" equips anyone interested in mastering network traffic with the tools to fully leverage Traefik's capabilities, fostering innovation and operational efficiency. Read more

Designed with the needs of those interested in network programming and automation in mind, this updated "Rust for Network Programming and Automation" explores the realism of network programming within the robust Rust ecosystem. Building on top of Rust 1.68, this book takes you step-by-step through the essentials of network protocols, packet analysis, and network administration with up-to-date and thorough material.Starting with the fundamentals of TCP/IP, you will be introduced to the core principles of network communication, such as data packet structure and transmission. The book then moves on to cover important topics like IP addressing, subnetting, and gateway configuration, ensuring a thorough understanding of network fundamentals. The chapters focus on the practical aspects of network programming, particularly the use of popular Rust libraries such as Tokio, Mio, and Rust-async for asynchronous network programming. These libraries are thoroughly examined, demonstrating how to create TCP listeners, bind sockets, and handle incoming connections efficiently.Packet manipulation and analysis are also important topics, with practical examples using libraries like pnet and libtins. You will learn how to capture, process, and analyze network packets to gain an understanding of network traffic and identify potential problems. The book also focuses on network and performance monitoring, showing you how to set up and use various tools to track network availability, utilization, latency, packet loss, and jitter. Understanding these metrics allows you to ensure optimal network performance and reliability. Cloud network configuration, VPN setup, and data center networking are thoroughly covered, providing the necessary knowledge to manage and automate complex network environments.Each chapter is intended to build on the previous one, resulting in a coherent and comprehensive learning experience. With clear explanations, practical examples, and up-to-date content, "Rust for Network Programming and Automation" provides you with the skills you need to get started in network programming and automation with the most recent Rust release. Anyone looking to learn Rust for network-centric applications can use this book, as it covers the basics as well as advanced topics.Key LearningsBecome fluent in the fundamentals of Rust-based TCP/IP programming.Use the pnet and libtins libraries to capture and analyze packets in depth.Use the Rust-async, Tokio, and Mio libraries to program asynchronous networks efficiently.Be well-versed in IP addressing, subnetting, and configuring gateways to assure a secure network installation.Learn to use Rust and OpenVPN to set up VPN connections.Get skilled in monitoring network availability, latency, and packet loss.Optimize network performance and uptime by automating routine tasks and configurations.Apply sophisticated Rust methods to the configuration and management of data center networks.Utilize AWS and rusoto to establish and oversee VPCs.Use packet analysis and monitoring to improve network security by identifying threats.Table of ContentBasics of Network AutomationEssentials of Linux for NetworksRust Basics for NetworksCore Rust for NetworksRust Commands for NetworksProgramming & Designing NetworksEstablishing & Managing Network ProtocolsPacket & Network AnalysisNetwork Performance Monitoring Read more

This is the first edition, the second edition of this book is available.We live in an increasingly data-centric world, where we generate enormous amounts of data each day. The growth of information exchange fuels the need for both faster software and faster hardware. Unfortunately, modern CPUs are not enjoying big improvements in single-core performance as they used to in the past decades.That's why performance tuning is becoming more important than it has been for the last 40 years. According to the popular paper "There’s plenty of room at the top" by Leiserson et al., SW tuning will be one of the key drivers for performance gains in the near future. We, as SW developers, must start optimizing the code of our applications.I started this book with a simple goal: educate software developers to better understand their applications' performance on modern hardware. I know how confusing this topic might be for a beginner or even for an experienced developer. I remember the days when I was starting with performance analysis. I was gazing at unfamiliar metrics trying to match the data that didn't match. And I was baffled. It took me years until it finally "clicked", and all pieces of the puzzle came together. At the time, the only good sources of information were software developer manuals, which are not what mainstream developers like to read. So I decided to write this book, which will hopefully make it easier for developers to learn performance analysis and tuning concepts.This book is a guide for optimizing the performance of applications that run on modern CPUs. It combines the knowledge of many experts from different industries, including engineers from Google, Facebook, leading HFT, and game development firms.The book is divided into 2 parts. The first part gives an introduction to performance analysis, including a brief overview of CPU microarchitecture, terminology, and metrics. It also explores different methods to analyze performance and HW monitoring features available on modern platforms. The second part shows how to discover optimization opportunities and what transformations can be done to improve the performance of a program. It provides a checklist of optimizations that can be applied to a user's application, such as loop optimizations, vectorization, function inlining, etc. It also discusses code transformations that help to eliminate issues on a CPU microarchitecture level, like cache misses, branch mispredictions, and others.This book is indispensable for software developers that work with performance-critical applications and do low-level optimizations. It also will be useful for any developer who wants to understand the performance of their application better and know how it can be diagnosed and improved.Readers are expected to have a minimal background in C/C++ programming languages to understand the book's examples. The author also expects familiarity with basic concepts of computer architecture and operating systems. The ability to read x86 assembly is desired but is not a strict requirement. Read more

An Oracle Database Administration 2019 Certified Professional has proven theoretical understanding of and the practical skills required to configure and manage Oracle Databases up to and including Oracle 19c. Passing this second exam in a two exam path proves your skills in: installation, upgrades, patching, SQL programming skills, database and network administration and backup and recovery. This person also demonstrates fluency with some advanced skills such as multi-tenant, SQL performance monitoring and problem determination.Hyden Publishing is a web-based test accreditation point, it was established in 2018 by Jason Holder in Bradford, England. We at Hyden Publishing produce material to help undergraduates and industry specialists in accomplishing their certificates through different organizations. We have expertise of working with 100's of Global certification providers in the field of IT, Clinical, Security, Business Management, and Systems administration. Our content depends on realistic test circumstances and is almost 100 percent exact which helps our customers in getting through their certs easily.We offer realistic readable exam questions unlike other who offer online labs based which is not easy to remember. We also put answers of the questions at the end of the book so you can test your skills by marking out correct answers in each questions. This book is enough to help you through your exam in very first attempt. Read more

The Complete Guide to Optimizing Systems Performance Written by the winner of the 2013 LISA Award for Outstanding Achievement in System Administration Large-scale enterprise, cloud, and virtualized computing systems have introduced serious performance challenges. Now, internationally renowned performance expert Brendan Gregg has brought together proven methodologies, tools, and metrics for analyzing and tuning even the most complex environments. Systems Performance: Enterprise and the Cloud focuses on Linux® and Unix® performance, while illuminating performance issues that are relevant to all operating systems. You&;ll gain deep insight into how systems work and perform, and learn methodologies for analyzing and improving system and application performance. Gregg presents examples from bare-metal systems and virtualized cloud tenants running Linux-based Ubuntu®, Fedora®, CentOS, and the illumos-based Joyent® SmartOS&; and OmniTI OmniOS®. He systematically covers modern systems performance, including the &;traditional&; analysis of CPUs, memory, disks, and networks, and new areas including cloud computing and dynamic tracing. This book also helps you identify and fix the &;unknown unknowns&; of complex performance: bottlenecks that emerge from elements and interactions you were not aware of. The text concludes with a detailed case study, showing how a real cloud customer issue was analyzed from start to finish. Coverage includes&; Modern performance analysis and tuning: terminology, concepts, models, methods, and techniques&; Dynamic tracing techniques and tools, including examples of DTrace, SystemTap, and perf&; Kernel internals: uncovering what the OS is doing&; Using system observability tools, interfaces, and frameworks&; Understanding and monitoring application performance&; Optimizing CPUs: processors, cores, hardware threads, caches, interconnects, and kernel scheduling&; Memory optimization: virtual memory, paging, swapping, memory architectures, busses, address spaces, and allocators&; File system I/O, including caching&; Storage devices/controllers, disk I/O workloads, RAID, and kernel I/O&; Network-related performance issues: protocols, sockets, interfaces, and physical connections&; Performance implications of OS and hardware-based virtualization, and new issues encountered with cloud computing&; Benchmarking: getting accurate results and avoiding common mistakes This guide is indispensable for anyone who operates enterprise or cloud environments: system, network, database, and web admins; developers; and other professionals. For students and others new to optimization, it also provides exercises reflecting Gregg&;s extensive instructional experience.  Read more

The Handbook of Yacht Design & Yachting aims to provide a concise, yet comprehensive, overview of the core principles and evolving practices in the design, performance, and operation of yachts. As a technical reference, it is intended for students, educators, designers, and professionals engaged in naval architecture, marine systems, and recreational maritime sectors.Structured around key design pillars—such as hydrodynamics, hull geometry, structural engineering, energy systems, safety regulations, and sustainability—this handbook synthesizes both foundational knowledge and emerging trends. It includes relevant classifications of yachts, energy-efficient design approaches, digital technologies in performance monitoring, and the growing role of sustainability in marine applications.The content is intended to assist readers in understanding the interdisciplinary nature of yacht design, from preliminary layout and propulsion to comfort, legislation, and future-oriented innovations such as AI integration and autonomous systems.The handbook reflects the belief that yacht design is not only a field of luxury aesthetics but also a rigorous engineering discipline that increasingly addresses environmental, regulatory, and user-centric challenges in maritime design. Read more

System Performance Tuning answers one of the most fundamental questions you can ask about your computer: How can I get it to do more work without buying more hardware? In the current economic downturn, performance tuning takes on a new importance. It allows system administrators to make the best use of existing systems and minimize the purchase of new equipment. Well-tuned systems save money and time that would otherwise be wasted dealing with slowdowns and errors. Performance tuning always involves compromises; unless system administrators know what the compromises are, they can't make intelligent decisions. Tuning is an essential skill for system administrators who face the problem of adapting the speed of a computer system to the speed requirements imposed by the real world. It requires a detailed understanding of the inner workings of the computer and its architecture. System Performance Tuning covers two distinct areas: performance tuning, or the art of increasing performance for a specific application, and capacity planning, or deciding what hardware best fulfills a given role. Underpinning both subjects is the science of computer architecture. This book focuses on the operating system, the underlying hardware, and their interactions. Topics covered include: Real and perceived performance problems, introducing capacity planning and performance monitoring (highlighting their strengths and weaknesses). An integrated description of all the major tools at a system administrator's disposal for tracking down system performance problems. Background on modern memory handling techniques, including the memory-caching filesystem implementations in Solaris and AIX. Updated sections on memory conservation and computing memory requirements. In depth discussion of disk interfaces, bandwidth capacity considerations, and RAID systems. Comprehensive discussion of NFS and greatly expanded discussion of networking. Workload management and code tuning. Special topics such as tuning Web servers for various types of content delivery and developments in cross-machine parallel computing For system administrators who want a hands-on introduction to system performance, this is the book to recommend. Read more

"The "Solaris(TM)Internals" volumes are simply the best and most comprehensive treatment of the Solaris (and OpenSolaris) Operating Environment. Any person using Solaris--in any capacity--would be remiss not to include these two new volumes in their personal library. With advanced observability tools in Solaris (like DTrace), you will more often find yourself in what was previously unchartable territory. "Solaris(TM) Internals, Second Edition, " provides us a fantastic means to be able to quickly understand these systems and further explore the Solaris architecture--especially when coupled with OpenSolaris source availability."--Jarod Jenson, chief systems architect, Aeysis"The "Solaris(TM) Internals" volumes by Jim Mauro and Richard McDougall must be on your bookshelf if you are interested in in-depth knowledge of Solaris operating system internals and architecture. As a senior Unix engineer for many years, I found the first edition of "Solaris(TM) Internals" the only fully comprehensive source for kernel developers, systems programmers, and systems administrators. The new second edition, with the companion performance and debugging book, is an indispensable reference set, containing many useful and practical explanations of Solaris and its underlying subsystems, including tools and methods for observing and analyzing any system running Solaris 10 or OpenSolaris."--Marc Strahl, senior UNIX engineer"Solaris(TM) Performance and Tools" provides comprehensive coverage of the powerful utilities bundled with Solaris 10 and OpenSolaris, including the Solaris Dynamic Tracing facility, DTrace, and the Modular Debugger, MDB. It provides a systematic approach to understanding performance and behavior, including: Analyzing CPU utilization by the kernel and applications, including reading and understanding hardware counters Process-level resource usage and profiling Disk IO behavior and analysis Memory usage at the system and application level Network performance Monitoring and profiling the kernel, and gathering kernel statistics Using DTrace providers and aggregations MDB commands and a complete MDB tutorialThe "Solaris(TM) Internals" volumes make a superb reference for anyone using Solaris 10 and OpenSolaris. Read more

UNIX SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR, AIX, HP-UX, LINUX, SOLARIS SAN STORAGE, JOB INTERVIEW BOTTOM LINE PRACTICAL QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS YOUR BASIC GUIDE TO ACING ANY UNIX SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR JOB INTERVIEW Domain : Systems Administrator Sector: Information Technology Why this book: It will help you to convey powerful and useful UNIX system administration information to the employer successfully as it connects all the dots for a UNIX system administration job interviews. You will notice that you have all the information to impress an Interviewer: Questions and answers for all the aspects of UNIX System Administration, installation, configuration, backup, recovery, performance tuning, operation, maintenance of systems hardware and software. With this book you can prepare yourself within 60 Minutes just before you actually head into the interview. For the benefit of all author is sharing accumulated experience & observations of 11 years of UNIX system administration jobs & interviews. Why reinvent the wheel when you can learn from people who have who have already figured things out. At first it may take upto a day for you to prepare for the interview (over 300 pages).Try to be in parking lot an hour before the interview and use this time to read over this e-book . It has been well written to make it a very quick read. Practicing with this interview questions and answers in the mirror will help with your replies to questions and pass with flying colors. It also covers technical, non-technical, HR and Personnel questions. It has precisely articulated bottom line practical real interview questions with answers to be successful at any UNIX system administration job interview. Practicing with this interview questions and answers in the mirror will help with your replies to questions and pass with flying colors. It will remind you of key questions, tricks, tips, facts just in time. You will learn to practice mock interviews and answer UNIX Admin interview questions you'll most likely be asked: All the aspects of UNIX system administration including specifics for: AIX HP-UX LINUX variants Solaris All the system admin tasks with commands, steps, options and configuration files. Applying patches, installing software, managing file systems, monitoring performance In-depth troubleshooting of UNIX operating systems (HP-UX, Solaris, AIX, Linux) Hands-on system administration support on UNIX, HP-UX, AIX, LINUX, Solaris Volume Managers (Veritas, HP LVM, IBM LVM, SUSE LVM, Sun SDS) Performing software installations and upgrades to operating systems Monitoring and tuning the system Install, configure, upgrade and maintain system hardware, system software Configure and manage system resources including disk, memory, peripheral, network Hands-on UNIX system administration support, system maintenance and operations support Diagnoses and correct UNIX systems issues Implement and maintain backup and restore standards and procedures for UNIX servers Implement and maintain security standards for UNIX servers UNIX Software and hardware enhancements Installation, configuration, maintenance, design, development, implementation, and support Development of standards, procedures, and tools that standardize the functioning of the systems and software and in accordance with company standards and industry best practices. Read more

An administrator's guide to IBM's AIX providing practical aid on the system paradigm and programming, focusing on customization and system configuration: X Windows, Motif, and X Desktop. Special attention is devoted to the System Management Interface Tool (SMIT), a feature of AIX which allows for easier configuration and Internet access. Additionally, file management is covered completely with directions in storage, disk mirroring, backup and recovery. The disk accompanying the text offers samples of user file customizations, scripts, and performance monitoring software. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or. Read more