Professional training – Linux & Unix

Linux Performance Analysis

Hands-on Linux Performance Analysis course: you work on USE method, top, vmstat, iostat, sar and CPU scheduler and load average and take away knowledge you can apply right away.

Duration
6 hours, one session
Level
Expert
Format
Online or on-site
Language
German or English
Certificate
Certificate of attendance

Overview

In “Linux Performance Analysis” we combine fundamentals and practice: you get to know USE method, top, vmstat, iostat, sar and CPU scheduler and load average, apply what you learn in exercises and receive templates and checklists for your own use.

Linux and Unix form the backbone of servers, cloud platforms, databases and network services. Anyone running these systems needs confident command-line skills, a clear understanding of file systems, services and networking, and the ability to narrow down problems quickly. Our Linux Performance Analysis courses are aimed at beginners, administrators and operations teams who want to consolidate or deliberately extend their knowledge. We work exclusively on real systems in a provided lab environment: you type, fail, analyze and solve. The course runs online or on site, lasts one day and is offered at a fixed price per participant.

The course is delivered live – either online in a virtual classroom or on-site in our training rooms in Munich, Salzburg, Berlin, Augsburg, Hanover, Bremen, Stuttgart and Kaiserslautern. We can also run it exclusively for your team.

Focus areas of the course

USE methodtop, vmstat, iostat, sarCPU scheduler and load averageMemory, swap and page cacheDisk and network I/OProfiling with perf and eBPF

Who is this course for?

  • System administrators and Linux beginners
  • DevOps and platform engineers
  • Operations and support teams in the data center
  • Developers and database admins working with Linux

What you will be able to do

  • You know the key topics of Linux Performance Analysis – USE method, top, vmstat, iostat, sar, CPU scheduler and load average, Memory, swap and page cache, Disk and network I/O and Profiling with perf and eBPF – and can apply them in practice.
  • You work confidently on the command line and use Linux Performance Analysis efficiently in daily work.
  • You configure and operate Linux Performance Analysis in a traceable, standards-compliant way.
  • You narrow down Linux Performance Analysis faults systematically and fix them quickly.
  • You automate routine tasks and secure your systems reliably.

Course outline

Module 1 Fundamentals and concepts of Linux Performance Analysis
  • Key terms, architecture and placement within the Linux and Unix landscape
  • Important directories, configuration files and tools
  • Package management, services and standard workflows
  • Differences from related technologies and distributions
Module 2 Focus areas: Linux Performance Analysis
  • USE method
  • top, vmstat, iostat, sar
  • CPU scheduler and load average
  • Memory, swap and page cache
  • Disk and network I/O
  • Profiling with perf and eBPF
Module 3 Configuration and administration
  • Installing and initially configuring Linux Performance Analysis step by step
  • Users, groups, permissions and access control
  • Starting, controlling and permanently enabling services
  • Documenting and versioning configuration in a traceable way
Module 4 Operations, security and performance
  • Monitoring, logging and evaluating system data
  • Hardening according to common best practices
  • Analyzing resources and spotting bottlenecks
  • Planning backup, recovery and maintenance windows
Module 5 Troubleshooting and hands-on labs
  • Systematic troubleshooting with logs, tracing and system tools
  • Reproducing and fixing typical Linux Performance Analysis failure patterns
  • Automating recurring tasks with scripts
  • Case studies and exercises from real operating scenarios
Module 6 Transfer to your daily work
  • Exercise based on a realistic case
  • Typical mistakes and how to avoid them
  • Checklist and templates to take away
  • Open questions, outlook and resources for further learning

Prerequisites

Entry-level courses require no Linux knowledge. Advanced courses assume solid command-line basics. Solid hands-on experience with the topic is expected.

Technical requirements

Laptop with a current browser and SSH client; the Linux lab environment for Linux Performance Analysis is provided by us.

Dates & locations

For every location we suggest a date roughly four weeks ahead. Your preferred date is always possible.

  • Munich Tue, 15 December 2026 6 hrs Request
  • Salzburg Thu, 10 December 2026 6 hrs Request
  • Berlin Mon, 14 December 2026 6 hrs Request
  • Augsburg Mon, 14 December 2026 6 hrs Request
  • Hanover Fri, 11 December 2026 6 hrs Request
  • Bremen Wed, 16 December 2026 6 hrs Request
  • Stuttgart Thu, 10 December 2026 6 hrs Request
  • Kaiserslautern Fri, 11 December 2026 6 hrs Request
  • Online Mon, 14 December 2026 6 hrs Request

Frequently asked questions

Do I need prior knowledge for Linux Performance Analysis?

That depends on the level. Entry-level courses assume no Linux knowledge, while advanced Linux Performance Analysis courses expect solid command-line basics. If you are unsure, we are happy to recommend the right starting point in a short pre-call.

Do we work on our own systems or in a lab environment?

For Linux Performance Analysis we provide a lab environment with real Linux or Unix systems that you access via SSH. That lets you configure safely and provoke failures on purpose. You do not need your own systems, but you are welcome to bring your own questions.

How much does “Linux Performance Analysis” cost?

The course costs a flat €949 plus VAT per participant – whether online or on-site. This includes 6 hours of live training with a trainer, course materials, a lab environment and a certificate of attendance.

Can I suggest my own date?

Yes. For every location we suggest a date roughly four weeks ahead. In the request form you can always describe your preferred date or period in free text – we check availability and get back to you within one working day.

Is the course online or on-site?

Both are possible: live online in a virtual classroom or on-site in Munich, Salzburg, Berlin, Augsburg, Hanover, Bremen, Stuttgart and Kaiserslautern. We can also run the course exclusively for your team.

Can the course be tailored to our team?

Yes. Tailor-made courses cost approx. €4,500 more, depending on the topic and by arrangement. We agree content, examples and exercises with you in advance.

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