GeoServer Administration

Course Overview ¶

This hands-on course provides comprehensive training in GeoServer administration and configuration. Participants will learn how to install and configure GeoServer, publish vector and raster data as OGC-compliant web services, create beautiful styled maps, implement security and access controls, and optimize performance for production environments.

The course covers WMS, WFS, WCS, and WPS services, advanced styling with SLD and CSS, tile caching with GeoWebCache, and integration with various data sources.

What You Will Learn ¶

• Installing and configuring GeoServer on various platforms
• Understanding OGC web service standards (WMS, WFS, WCS, WPS)
• Publishing vector and raster data from multiple sources
• Creating workspaces, stores, and layers
• Advanced map styling with SLD and CSS
• Implementing tile caching with GeoWebCache for improved performance
• Configuring security and access control
• Managing coordinate reference systems and reprojection
• Working with layer groups and virtual layers
• Monitoring and optimizing GeoServer performance
• Implementing backup and disaster recovery strategies
• Troubleshooting common issues
• Integrating GeoServer with web applications
• Using the REST API for automation

Who Should Attend ¶

This course is designed for:

• GIS professionals deploying web mapping solutions
• System administrators managing spatial infrastructure
• Web developers building map-enabled applications
• IT staff responsible for GIS services
• Organizations implementing SDI solutions

Participants should have basic knowledge of GIS concepts and web technologies.

Prerequisites ¶

• Basic GIS knowledge
• Familiarity with web technologies
• Basic system administration skills
• Experience with spatial data formats

Course Materials ¶

All participants receive:

• GeoServer administration guide
• SLD styling reference and templates
• Configuration checklists
• Performance tuning guide
• Certificate of completion
• 30-day post-course email support