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Computer Networks for Senior Engineers

Master Networking Concepts Every Senior Engineer Must Know

30 hours
32 lessons
8 modules
0 enrolled

Deep dive into computer networks from OSI model to modern cloud networking. Master TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS, load balancing, CDNs, and troubleshooting skills essential for senior software engineers building scalable distributed systems.

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What you'll learn

  • Hands-on coding challenges
  • Real-world project examples
  • Interview preparation tips
  • Best practices & patterns
Certificate on completion
Interactive code challenges

Course Syllabus

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Module 1

Network Fundamentals and OSI Model

Understand the layered architecture of networks and how data flows across the internet.

4 lessons

~100 min

1

The OSI Model Deep Dive

3 steps · 25 min

2

TCP/IP Model in Practice

3 steps · 25 min

3

IP Addressing and Subnetting

3 steps · 25 min

4

Switching and Routing Fundamentals

3 steps · 25 min

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Module 2

Transport Layer: TCP and UDP

Master the transport protocols that ensure reliable and fast data delivery.

4 lessons

~120 min

1

TCP Fundamentals: Connection Management & State Machine

3 steps · 25 min

2

TCP Flow and Congestion Control

3 steps · 25 min

3

UDP and Real-Time Protocols

3 steps · 25 min

4

Socket Programming Essentials

3 steps · 25 min

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Module 3

Application Layer Protocols

Master HTTP, DNS, and other protocols you work with daily.

4 lessons

~120 min

1

HTTP Protocol Evolution

3 steps · 25 min

2

HTTP Headers and Caching

3 steps · 25 min

3

DNS: The Internet Directory

3 steps · 25 min

4

TLS/SSL Security

3 steps · 25 min

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Module 4

Load Balancing and Reverse Proxies

Design and implement load balancing for high-availability systems.

4 lessons

~100 min

1

Load Balancing Fundamentals

3 steps · 25 min

2

Load Balancing Algorithms

3 steps · 25 min

3

Reverse Proxies: Nginx and HAProxy

3 steps · 25 min

4

Health Checks and Failover

3 steps · 25 min

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Module 5

CDNs and Caching Strategies

Optimize content delivery with CDNs and effective caching.

4 lessons

~100 min

1

CDN Architecture and Concepts

3 steps · 25 min

2

Caching Strategies and Headers

3 steps · 25 min

3

Cache Invalidation Patterns

3 steps · 25 min

4

Edge Computing and Edge Functions

3 steps · 25 min

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Module 6

Network Security Essentials

Protect your applications from network-level attacks.

4 lessons

~100 min

1

Common Network Attacks

3 steps · 25 min

2

Firewalls and Network ACLs

3 steps · 25 min

3

Web Application Firewalls

3 steps · 25 min

4

Zero Trust Network Architecture

3 steps · 25 min

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Module 7

Cloud Networking

Master networking in AWS, GCP, and Azure cloud environments.

4 lessons

~100 min

1

VPC Design and Subnetting

3 steps · 25 min

2

Hybrid Cloud Connectivity

3 steps · 25 min

3

Service Discovery and Service Mesh

3 steps · 25 min

4

Container and Kubernetes Networking

3 steps · 25 min

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Module 8

Network Troubleshooting and Monitoring

Debug network issues like a senior engineer.

4 lessons

~100 min

1

Network Diagnostic Tools

3 steps · 25 min

2

Packet Capture and Analysis

3 steps · 25 min

3

Network Monitoring and Alerting

3 steps · 25 min

4

Debugging Real-World Issues

3 steps · 25 min