OpenSearch Fundamentals Training Course

Introduction to OpenSearch and Its Ecosystem

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

Core Components and Architecture

• OpenSearch nodes, clusters, and indices.
• Capabilities of OpenSearch Dashboards for visualisation.
• Plugins, extensions, and key integration points.

Installation and Configuration

• Installing OpenSearch on Linux and Windows platforms.
• Designing cluster configuration and topology.
• Managing node roles, settings, and configuration files.

Data Indexing and Search

• Strategies for index lifecycle management and mapping.
• Utilising Query DSL, aggregations, and relevance tuning.
• Optimising performance for both indexing and query execution.

Monitoring and Observability

• Tracking performance metrics and cluster health checks.
• Utilising the OpenSearch Performance Analyzer.
• Leveraging OpenSearch Dashboards for effective monitoring.

Security and Access Control

• Implementing role-based access control and user authentication.
• Data encryption and ensuring secure communication channels.
• Audit logging and compliance-related features.

Advanced Administration and Scaling

• Developing backup and restore strategies.
• Horizontal scaling and ensuring high availability.
• Best practices for troubleshooting and routine maintenance.

Summary and Next Steps