Welcome to the NGINX training labs! This series of exercises is designed to enhance your understanding and skills in configuring NGINX for various scenarios. Each lab focuses on a specific aspect of NGINX configuration and usage, providing hands-on experience to reinforce your knowledge.
In this lab, you will learn how to configure NGINX to host multiple websites on a single server. Understand the process of setting up virtual hosts and managing multiple domains efficiently.
Explore the world of reverse proxy setups with NGINX. Learn how to efficiently route incoming requests to backend servers, improving performance, and enhancing security.
Dive into the concept of load balancing using NGINX. Discover how to distribute incoming traffic across multiple servers to optimize resource utilization and ensure high availability.
In this lab, explore the capabilities of NGINX as a Content Delivery Network (CDN). Learn how to leverage NGINX to accelerate content delivery and improve the overall user experience.
Secure your web applications by understanding NGINX access control mechanisms. Explore how to restrict access based on IP addresses, implement authentication, and enhance the overall security of your NGINX server.
Delve into NGINX logging and monitoring. Learn how to configure and analyze logs effectively to gain insights into server performance, troubleshoot issues, and make informed decisions.
Gain a deeper understanding of NGINX modules by learning how to build both dynamic and static modules. Explore the flexibility and customization options offered by NGINX through module development.
Explore the world of Web Application Firewalls (WAF) with NGINX. Learn how to configure and install a WAF to protect your web applications from common security threats.
- Basic Web Server Concepts: Ensure you have a fundamental understanding of web server concepts, including HTTP, virtual hosts, and server configurations.
- Linux Command Line Familiarity: Be comfortable using the Linux command line, as most NGINX installations and configurations are performed through the terminal.
- NGINX Installed: Have NGINX installed on your server. You can set up a virtual machine or use a cloud instance for this purpose. Refer to the official NGINX documentation for installation instructions.
- Text Editor: Have a text editor installed on your server for editing NGINX configuration files. Popular choices include nano, vim, or Visual Studio Code.
- Server Access: Ensure you have access to a server with the necessary permissions to install and configure software. If using a virtual machine or a cloud instance, make sure you can connect to it securely.
- Internet Connection: A stable internet connection is required to download and install NGINX packages, explore documentation, and potentially access additional resources during the labs.
- Basic Networking Knowledge: Understand basic networking concepts, including IP addresses, ports, and domain names, as they play a crucial role in NGINX configurations.
This project is licensed under the MIT License.
Feel free to explore these labs in any order that aligns with your interests or focus on specific areas that match your learning objectives. Happy NGINX configuring!