Foreman Training:
Efficiently Provision and Manage Servers
In our hands-on Foreman training course, learn how to centrally automate servers—from provisioning to configuration management. This is how you can save yourself repetitive manual work in IT operations.
- Rating: 4.8 / 5
- 500+ participants
- Nuremberg & Online
- Open Source Experts
Place & Duration
2 days | Nuremberg & Online
In-house training
Bring the NETWAYS Open Source experts directly to your company.
Here’s what you’ll take away from this Foreman training course
After completing this Foreman course, you’ll be able to provision and manage servers on your own, from initial installation through automated operation.
- NForeman Architecture and Installation: You'll set up Foreman from scratch on your own.
- NProvisioning virtual and physical machines: You can confidently use Kickstart, Preseed, and Autoyast.
- NIntegrating Puppet and Ansible into Foreman You can integrate both tools directly into your environment.
- NUser Management and Permissions: You can easily assign and manage access rights.
- NOrchestration with Remote Execution: You can execute commands centrally on multiple systems.
- NSoftware Management with Katello: Content distribution and lifecycle management are automated for you.
Who is this Foreman training course intended for?
Our Foreman course is designed for anyone looking for an efficient solution for provisioning and managing servers and cloud infrastructures.
Typical Participants
- System Administrator
- DevOps Engineer
- Head of IT
- Platform Engineer
Requirements
Foreman Training
- Solid knowledge of Linux and comfort working with the command line
- Familiarity with SSH, basic network commands, and a text editor such as Vim or Nano
- Experience with Puppet, Ansible, other automation tools, or Infrastructure-as-Code makes it easier to get started, but is not a requirement
- No prior knowledge of Foreman is required. This training course guides you step by step through the installation and configuration process
This training is right for you if …
… you want to automate server provisioning
From the initial installation to day-to-day operations, you’ll handle everything.
… you want to centralize configuration management
You can integrate Puppet and Ansible directly into Foreman instead of maintaining separate tools.
… you’re looking for an open-source alternative to Red Hat Satellite
You’ll gain hands-on experience with integration with Satellite and other tools.
Content and Practical Examples Related to Foreman Training & Education
Architecture & Provisioning
- Foreman architecture
- Installation of Foreman
- Basics of Automated Installation with Kickstart, Preseed, and Autoyast
- Provisioning of virtual and physical machines
Configuration & Extensions
- Orchestration and Automated Configuration: The Case of Puppet and Ansible
- User management
- Overview of frequently used plugins
- Software management with Katello
- Advanced Use via CLI and API
Dates
Desired date
You don’t have time on these dates, but still want to attend our Foreman training? Then just let us know which date would be most suitable for you. Let us know your preferred date!
Investing in Your Professional Development
Your Foreman seminar includes comprehensive training materials and hands-on exercises on virtual machines.
Attendance
Foreman Training- In-Person Live Training in Nuremberg
- Comprehensive training documentation
- Practical exercises with virtual machines
- Catering during the breaks
- Daily Lunch
- Dinner on the first day of training
- Laptop for the duration of the training session
Attractive group discounts for teams
The big savings start with just 2 participants. Savings of up to 25% per person are possible.
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Learn from experienced open-source experts
Our trainers regularly work with Foreman on software and client projects.
Learn open source hands-on with MatthiasIn our training courses, you learn from experienced professionals and put your new skills into practice right away.What Former Participants Say
Highly Recommended, All-Inclusive Package
Training courses at Netways are highly recommended across the board. Experienced trainers and very good teaching material. An all-round carefree package.
René Riech | DATAGROUP Operations GmbH
Informative, friendly, great atmosphere
Very good training. Informative and instructive. Very friendly and competent trainer. Good atmosphere.
Oliver Brosch | GLS IT Services GmbH
Knowledgeable, responsive to questions
Super competent and your personal questions are dealt with well.
Training participants | March 2024
FAQs About the Foreman Training
Do you have any questions? Here are the most common answers.
How do the online training sessions work from a technical standpoint?
The online training sessions are held via Microsoft Teams. Questions can be asked at any time, either directly to the instructor or conveniently via the chat feature.
- The training session will not be recorded.
- A camera and microphone aren't required—but they're highly recommended for a lively discussion.
- Participation from behind a corporate firewall or via VPN is possible, provided that outbound HTTPS and SSH connections to the NETWAYS systems are permitted.
A technical check is not included as standard, but can be arranged on a case-by-case basis in advance if needed.
What are the technical requirements?
All you need to participate is a modern browser—Firefox, Chrome, Safari, or Edge. You will also need:
- An SSH client
- Direct Internet access (in some courses, also via non-standard ports in addition to HTTP/HTTPS via ports 80/443)
How do the practical exercises work?
The exercises take place on dedicated virtual machines (VMs) in the NETWAYS Web Services training environment. The process follows a set pattern:
- The instructor introduces the topic.
- Participants work independently on practical tasks (e.g., installing or configuring services).
- Afterward, the results will be discussed together and any outstanding questions will be addressed.
There is a sample solution for each exercise in the handout.
Can I continue to use the training environment after the course?
No, the training environment is available only during the course and will no longer be accessible afterward.
What should I know about the in-person training in Nuremberg?
After registering, you'll receive two hotel recommendations with special rates, as well as all the important information about getting there and parking options. The training fee includes:
- Daily Lunch
- Morning and afternoon breaks with a variety of food options
- A group dinner on the first day of training
How many participants are there per training session?
Group size is limited to a maximum of 14 participants—to ensure personalized attention and ample opportunity for individual questions.
What prior knowledge is recommended?
The recommended prerequisites are listed in the respective course description under “Who is this training for?”—it’s best to take a quick look at them before registering.
What materials will I receive after the training?
After the training, you will receive the following via email:
- A certificate of participation
- The training materials as a PDF (handout including all sample solutions)
Can I cancel, reschedule, or send a substitute participant?
Cancellations are accepted up to 60 days before the start of the training course, subject to a cancellation fee of €100 plus VAT may apply. After that, unfortunately, cancellations are not permitted. Prevented in the short term? No problem—you can send a replacement to the training at any time.
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