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Demystifying DNS

Master DNS with hands-on labs and real-world applications, from basic concepts to advanced configurations and security, empowering you to optimize, troubleshoot, and manage DNS systems like a pro.

Juan Carlos Martinez

Senior DevOps Engineer and Instructor

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Welcome to the Demystifying DNS course! The Domain Name System (DNS) is the backbone of the internet, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood technologies. Most resources either focus on DNS as a protocol or as a distributed system, making it difficult to grasp the full picture. This course bridges that gap, offering a comprehensive, hands-on approach to mastering DNS from both perspectives.

Whether you’re a network engineer, system administrator, or IT enthusiast, understanding DNS is crucial for managing and troubleshooting networks effectively. This course provides a structured learning path with practical applications in real-world Linux environments.

What You'll Learn

Welcome to the World of DNS

Understand the fundamental role of DNS in networking.
Learn essential DNS terminology and concepts.
Use tools like dig to analyze DNS queries.

DNS as a System

Explore how DNS functions as a distributed system.
Understand recursive vs. iterative queries.
Learn about resolvers, authoritative nameservers, and replication.
Dive into GeoDNS, Anycast, and caching mechanisms.

DNS as a Protocol

Study EDNS, DNSSEC, and DNS over HTTPS for enhanced security.
Examine how DNS queries are structured at the protocol level.
Gain insights into DNS message formats and query responses.

Record Types

Learn about A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, and other DNS records.
Configure and manage records in a BIND9 DNS server.
Understand how different record types impact domain resolution.

Domain Name Lifecycle

Understand the roles of registrars, registries, and registrants.
Learn best practices for preventing domain hijacking.
Explore the domain registration process and expiration policies.

Final Project

Apply your knowledge by setting up a basic DNS server.
Troubleshoot common DNS issues in a Linux environment.
Gain hands-on experience with query analysis, caching, and security settings.

Why Take This Course?

This course offers real-world labs and practical demonstrations, ensuring you gain hands-on experience in configuring and managing DNS. By the end, you’ll have the skills to secure, troubleshoot, and optimize DNS systems in any networking environment.

🚀 Enroll now and master DNS today!

About the instructor

Juan Carlos Martinez Carrillo is a Senior DevOps Engineer at Grid Dynamics and a renowned instructor in DevOps. His expertise in Kubernetes, Go, and FastAPI is complemented by his proficiency in both English and Spanish, making him a versatile and effective communicator in the tech industry.

At Grid Dynamics, he has served as a Senior DevOps Engineer Consultant and DevOps Specialization Lead, contributing significantly to the company's technical advancements. His role involved mentoring interns and developing training roadmaps, demonstrating his commitment to nurturing the next generation of tech professionals.

Previously, Juan Carlos worked on full-stack development projects and provided DevOps and SRE support for Kubernetes infrastructure at various companies. He has also been instrumental in Jenkins automation for Kubernetes deployments, showcasing his ability to integrate and streamline complex technical processes.

As a DevOps Instructor for a LATAM company, he created courses on Terraform, Docker, and Prometheus, further solidifying his reputation as a skilled educator in the field.

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