Azure DevOps is a bundle of services to help developers ship high-quality products faster. In this course, instructor Walt Ritscher teaches you everything you need to get up and running using this DevOps solution. Walt gives you an overview of the Azure DevOps services, then explains how to create projects and add users to organizations or teams. He presents a quick tour of Azure Boards, the hub for managing software projects, then describes how to use work items, backlogs, sprints, Kanban boards, and more. Walt shows you how Azure Repos provides a place to capture every team member’s source code on the Microsoft cloud servers. He walks you through the parts of Azure Repos and how to manage what each part does. Walt explains the parts and features of Azure Pipelines, the set of services that automate your application build and deployment phases. He concludes with different extensions you can add to DevOps, including Slack, Marketplace, and Persona.

Bash, or the Bourne Again Shell, is a widely popular command-line interpreter for administration and programming tasks. But Bash is different than most scripting languages. That's why Scott Simpson spends some time in this course running you through the syntax—introducing variables, numbers, and control structures—so you can start writing scripts right away. He shows you how to wrap up multiline operations in one file, implement flow control, and interact with users to get input. Plus, he offers challenges along the way that allow you to put what you've learned to the test.

Behance is the social network for creatives of just about every field and discipline. It's a place to connect, inspire, and get hired—a portfolio site that's so much more. You can network with your creative peers, get artistic feedback, message other creatives, and even find your next job. With a Creative Cloud subscription, you have unrestricted access to Behance.

In this course, professional illustrator Tony Harmer shows you how to share and promote your work with Behance. He teaches you how to build a custom digital portfolio that syncs changes to your Behance projects and allows you to keep your own unique URL. Plus, learn how to access Behance on mobile devices and integrate with other social networks, like Twitter and Facebook.

Are you a musician, producer, or other audio professional? If so, you may want to learn Bitwig Studio 3. In this course, producer and instructor Evan Sutton shows you how to record, mix, and perform music with Bitwig Studio. Evan explains how to get Bitwig Studio set up and walks you through its dashboard, user interface, software instruments, and MIDI controls. He covers MIDI recording and editing, as well as MIDI note effects and modulation objects. Evan goes over setting up, recording, and editing audio, then dives into building song structure, mixing, and effects. He concludes by describing how you can export your projects, create scenes for a live performance, and save and archive your work.

The C# language got its start on Windows, but today you can find it almost everywhere. Whether it’s running on the cloud, to desktops with MacOS and Linux, to mobile operating systems like Android and iOS, C# has grown into a mature, powerful language for almost any programming purpose. In this course, Joe Marini dives into the fundamentals of C#, starting with a basic overview of language constructs like program flow and data types. He then gets into more advance topics such as functions, object-oriented programming techniques, and string processing. After this course, you’ll have a better understanding of C#, and how its combination of power, simplicity, and expressiveness make it an extremely versatile programming language that can be used for almost any scenario.

C++ is one of the most powerful and widely used programming languages of all time. It is also one of the oldest programming languages in use today. In this course, learn the basic elements of this object-oriented programming language that moves the world. Instructor Eduardo Corpeño begins with setting up the development environment and introducing the basic elements of object-oriented programming. Eduardo covers data types such as variables, expressions, assignments, constants, and more. He explains structures, classes, pointers, vectors, and so on. After stepping through the control flow process and a variety of useful functions, Eduardo finishes up with detailed information on opening and working with files.

If you work in the motion design industry, chances are you’ve heard of Cavalry, a powerful 2D animation tool that has been exploding in popularity with its mix of traditional and procedural workflows for creating motion graphics. In this course, Andy Needham gets you up and running with Cavalry, taking you through the interface and workflows. Andy walks you through the creation of an FUI (fictional/fantasy/futuristic user interface)–the same ones used widely in TV shows, commercials, and movies–and details the shapes, behaviors, utilities, and effects used in Cavalry. If you are looking for a new main application for motion design, or if you just want to keep up with new and popular industry tools, join Andy in this course.

Cinema 4D is an essential tool for aspiring motion graphics artists and designers alike. With Cinema 4D, you can enhance your motion graphics, models, and visualizations with 3D objects, dynamic effects, and animation. This course reviews the basics of Cinema 4D S22, covering the interface, the tools, and the hierarchy—the key to grasping everything in Cinema 4D. Instructor Andy Needham helps you get up to speed with how to create and manipulate objects in 3D space. He introduces you to Cinema 4D materials, lights, and cameras, as well as essential techniques such as rendering. Along the way, he walks you through how to complete a basic project in Cinema 4D from start to finish.

Python is coming to the Internet of Things. That opens vast possibilities, but you need to learn to apply Python differently on the constrained resources of microcontrollers. In this course, instructor Robert Gallup walks you through how to get started, control hardware, add interaction, and connect external components. Robert introduces you to the purpose, background, and limitations of CircuitPython and shows you how to write and upload your first script. He explains the basic elements of a microprocessor, then steps through identifying components on the Circuit Playground Express (CPX) board, controlling the CPX onboard LED, and controlling NeoPixels on the CPX. Robert shows you how to add several different interactions with the CPX. He concludes by showing you how to connect external components, such as a potentiometer and external libraries.

In the digital transformation era, software integration is one of the biggest unsolved challenges. Claris Connect is the solution: a cloud-based integration platform that allows you to automate tasks and create highly efficient, streamlined workflows. Businesses can create their own custom application networks, greatly reducing the time it takes to connect systems and orchestrate tasks. This course introduces Claris Connect and shows how you can leverage this tool for automating tasks that integrate applications such as FileMaker Pro, Eventbrite, Shopify, Slack, Box, Mailchimp, and more. Instructor Cris Ippolite walks you through the basics of creating new Claris Connect flows, creating actions and triggers, using utilities, and even adding schedules or approvals to your flows. He also provides real-world examples that help you visualize the uses of Claris Connect for your business.

Clip Studio Paint, the versatile digital art application, offers features designed to support and enhance your creative workflow—whether you're working on a desktop or mobile device. In this course, join instructor Reuben Lara as he helps you get up and running with Clip Studio Paint. Reuben shows beginners what they need to know to start creating art right away, explaining everything from how to create a new drawing to how to refine your piece using brushes, layers, and special features in Clip Studio Paint. Along the way, he covers how to put what you've learned into action by creating a piece of original art. Upon wrapping up this course, you'll have the knowledge you need to start bringing your own ideas to life using Clip Studio Paint.

Understand the basics of cloud security—a core component of cloud computing. Beginning with the basics, instructor David Linthicum explains the business case for cloud security and the levels and models available, including infrastructure-, application-, and data-level security; identity and risk management; encryption; and multifactor authentication. He then dives into the services offered by the top three cloud providers: Amazon, Microsoft, and Google. He reviews the compliance issues that affect specific industries, including health care and finance, and reviews the points you need to consider when identifying your security requirements and the security tools, services, and software to best meet those needs.

Migrating to the cloud? Get an overview of cloud computing and the key concepts that you should consider. You can choose from public, private, community, and hybrid clouds and leverage emerging deployment models, such as multicloud. When you use cloud computing, you can get extra capacity online and ready for use minutes after you need it, then scale back down just as easily. Instructor David Linthicum helps you understand what cloud computing is and the impact it can have on your cost efficiency, agility, and more. David explains how to select a cloud provider and plan a migration. He reviews the security considerations, typical day-to-day operations, and tools that IT administrators need to keep their cloud-based infrastructure up and running. David goes into multicloud operations and advanced cloud operations approaches and technologies, then he concludes with a thorough discussion of cloud governance.

Serverless computing allows you to build and run applications and services without having to manage infrastructure. This course is targeted at IT professionals who need to gain a foundational knowledge of serverless computing—what it is and why it's important—and what's offered by serverless computing technologies like AWS Lambda and Azure Functions. Instructor David Linthicum begins with the basics: what serverless computing is and the problems it can solve. He then explores effective use cases for serverless computing and runs through demos of both AWS Lambda and Azure Functions.

Move DevOps to the cloud and become more agile at software development and operations. This course explains how to set up a cloud-based DevOps process and leverage services offered by Amazon and Microsoft. Cloud computing expert David Linthicum first introduces the business case for DevOps in the cloud, which can ensure scalable and continuous delivery, testing, integration, and deployment for organizations of any size. He then explains how to establish a DevOps process on the cloud, and reviews DevOps solutions offered in Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure. Plus, review some use cases that demo real-world implementations of DevOps services on the cloud.

The COBIT framework offers a tailored approach to creating a governance and management framework for enterprise information and technology systems. It helps balance value and compliance—aligning the business and IT so that everyone is working towards the same goals. Learn the basics of COBIT and what it can do for your organization, as well as some tips for achieving COBIT certification, in this course with IT consultant and trainer Mark Thomas. Mark covers the principles, concepts, and key components of the latest version of the framework, COBIT 2019, and provides practical advice on how to adopt and adapt COBIT to your unique organization. Using this guide, you will be able to understand the features and benefits of the framework and begin the process of adoption, from designing a tailored governance system to measuring its performance. Along the way, you can explore the various training and certification paths in the COBIT portfolio.

Learn how to safeguard your computer, keep your digital data secure, and protect your privacy online. This beginner's guide to cybersecurity, concentrating on Windows, will help you prevent malware, viruses, and security breaches on your computer and your network. First, instructor Jess Stratton guides you through securing your computer or laptop—using built-in tools such as Windows Defender, firewalls, and encryption—and protecting your wireless network. Then, see how to adjust privacy and security settings in your web browser, avoid phishing scams, use public Wi-Fi safely, and enable two-step verification for more secure logins. Finally, learn how to bolster your online privacy and protect friends and family by obscuring sensitive information in photos and emails. By the end of this course, you'll know how to secure your computer and keep your information safe online.

Conversion copywriting teaches you how to write compelling marketing copy that converts online prospects to customers. This course walks you through all the basic steps of conversion copywriting. Instructor Joanna Wiebe begins by teaching you how to think about conversion rate optimization from a strategic perspective, and then goes into the three steps of the conversion copywriting process. Joanna teaches you how to borrow messages from customers, including how to define, find, and research the voice of the customer (VOC). She explains how to find the what and how in your VOC, then what to do with your VOC. Next, she takes you through how to use proven frameworks to organize messages on a page, as well as how to write a first draft for web and email copy. Once your first draft is complete, Joanna shows you how to use copywriting formulas to increase the persuasive power of your headlines. Plus, learn how to make conversion copywriting an ongoing practice.

Creative Cloud Libraries allow you to access your assets anywhere—from any device. This course shows how to collect and organize images, colors, text styles, and other elements created in various Creative Cloud desktop and mobile apps into CC Libraries, and share those assets between applications. Learn about the CC ecosystem and the libraries in Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects, Animate, Capture, Dimension, and more. Plus, discover how to share and search libraries and use libraries as a collaboration tool for your whole design team.

Do you want to learn more about Cubasis, the app for producing music on your iOS or Android device? In this course, instructor Mark Struthers gives an overview of Cubasis' powerful audio and MIDI features and walks you through the workflows needed to create, perform, record, and mix music. Mark shows you how a project is constructed in terms of the Cubasis UI and walks you through several useful project options. He points out some things to be aware of when you create new projects. Mark steps through some of the editors and effects that you can use, including how to access third-party AU effects. He shows you how to use EQ to achieve a clearer mix and goes over group tracks, the mixer, and automation. Mark concludes with a discussion of creative functions that you can find in Cubasis.

Note: This course was created by Mark Struthers. We are pleased to host this training in our library.