OpenSearch Fundamentals Training Course

Introduction to OpenSearch and Its Ecosystem

• Historical context and origins from Elasticsearch and Kibana
• Licensing details under Apache 2.0
• Overview of the OpenSearch project’s structure and governance model

Core Components and Architecture

• Understanding OpenSearch nodes, clusters, and indices
• Features of OpenSearch Dashboards and visualization tools
• Managing plugins, extensions, and integration points

Installation and Configuration

• Steps for installing OpenSearch on Linux and Windows platforms
• Designing cluster configuration and topology
• Defining node roles, settings, and configuration files

Data Indexing and Search

• Strategies for index lifecycle management and mapping
• Working with Query DSL, aggregations, and relevance tuning
• Optimizing performance for indexing and query execution

Monitoring and Observability

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

Security and Access Control

• Implementing role-based access control and user authentication
• Securing data encryption and communication channels
• Auditing logs and ensuring compliance features

Advanced Administration and Scaling

• Developing backup and restore strategies
• Achieving horizontal scaling and high availability
• Applying best practices for troubleshooting and maintenance

Summary and Next Steps