Icinga Training for Beginners:
Learn the Basics of Icinga2 Through Hands-On Practice
In our Icinga course, learn how to install and configure Icinga 2 from scratch and use it for your IT infrastructure. No prior knowledge is required—we’ll start right from the basics.
- Rating: 4.8 / 5
- 650+ participants
- Nuremberg & Online
- Open Source Experts
Place & Duration
4 days | Nuremberg & Online
Have you heard?
Are you already familiar with using Icinga 2 in your day-to-day work? Then the Icinga Advanced Training Course is your next step
In-house training
Bring the NETWAYS Open Source experts directly to your company.
Here’s what you’ll take away from the Icinga training
After completing this Icinga training course for beginners, you’ll be able to set up, operate, and further develop your own monitoring environment—from the first host to a production-ready solution.
- N Installing and Configuring Icinga 2 and Icinga Web 2: Thanks to Icinga Director, you can do this all on your own from scratch.
- NHost, Service, and Network Monitoring: With the right check plugins, you can meet every requirement in your environment.
- N Icinga 2 DSL: Use it to automate your monitoring configuration as code.
- NNotifications, escalations, and dependencies: Here's how to ensure you only receive alerts that are truly relevant.
- N Business-critical relationships: You map them clearly in the Business Process module.
- NScalable monitoring solution: It reliably scales along with your infrastructure.
Who is this training course intended for?
This training course is designed for anyone who wants to learn how to use Icinga 2 for monitoring from the ground up, with no prior knowledge required.
Typical Participants
- Systems Engineer
- IT Operations
- DevOps Engineer
- Platform Engineer
- System Administrator
- SRE
Requirements
Icinga for beginners
- Solid foundational knowledge of Linux
- Using a Text Editor Safely
- No prior knowledge of Icinga is required: This training course starts from scratch
This training is right for you if …
… you rediscover Icinga 2 completely
You’ll learn step by step, from installation to the first alert.
… you want to get your team up to speed
You’re responsible for IT operations and want to learn hands-on how professional monitoring works with Icinga.
… you want to explore further later on
After completing this course, you’ll be well prepared for the Icinga Advanced Training.
Contents and Practical Examples: Icinga for Beginners
Introduction to Monitoring & Icinga
- Monitoring Concepts & the Icinga Ecosystem, System Architecture
- Installation, Objects & Attributes, Configuration Validation
- Introduction to APIs, Web 2, and Icinga Director
Host & Service Monitoring
- Hosts, Templates, Groups, Assign Filters
- Check Plugins: Development & Exit Codes
- Agent-Based Monitoring, Self-Monitoring
Alarm & Network
- Acknowledgments & Downtime
- SNMP Checks for Network Devices
- Notifications, Escalations, Dependencies
Business Processes & Advanced Topics
- Business Process Module
- Icinga Web 2 User Management & Authentication
- Outlook for Future Modules
Dates
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Unfortunately, you’re unavailable on these dates, but would you still like to attend our Icinga training course for beginners? Then just let us know which date would be most suitable for you. Let us know your preferred date!
Investing in Your Professional Development
Choose the format that works best for you. Both packages cover the same material, but differ in terms of the extras they include.
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 EXPERTS
Our trainers are active members of the Icinga community with years of hands-on experience.
Learn open source hands-on with ChristophIn our training courses, you learn from experienced professionals and put your new skills into practice right away.What Former Participants Say
An all-around successful start
The Icinga 2 Fundamentals training from NETWAYS provided a good introduction to Icinga 2, Icinga Web 2 and Icinga Director.
Training Participants
The Top Choice for Icinga Training
If you need training like “Icinga Fundamentals,” you’re in the best hands at NETWAYS.
Frank Hausmann-Petri | HTP
Internal IT Project Manager
A motivated, friendly team
The Icinga training session was a great success. The NETWAYS team was motivated and friendly, and it was fun to get to know Icinga better in this way.
Tom Gutewort | TakeASP AG
FAQs About Icinga 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 hands-on Icinga 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 Icinga training 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 Icinga training course 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 Icinga 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 Icinga 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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