I'm coming from an old school perspective with my background in MCSE for NT4.0 and Windows 2000, which gave me a solid grounding in sys admin for managing a Windows domain. However, I've been working with a junior engineer who seems to struggle with key concepts like routing, DNS, and domain administration. He can follow clear tasks but doesn't truly grasp the foundational knowledge. I'm looking for recommendations on resources that focus on basic sys admin skills, specifically around networking and infrastructure tools, without delving into cloud concepts just yet. Are there any YouTube tutorials or courses that are particularly helpful?
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If he's just starting as a junior engineer, it's important that you take the lead in teaching him. Sure, he should have some initiative to learn on his own, but having guidance from someone more experienced is crucial. A quick email with suggested resources could really streamline his learning process and make your job easier in the long run.
For solid networking fundamentals, studying for the CCNA was a game changer for me. It covers routing, subnets, VLANs, and more. Also, tools like Packet Tracer are incredibly useful for visualizing how data packets travel within a network.
Absolutely! Having a more experienced person point them in the right direction can save a lot of time. Just a little guidance can significantly boost their confidence and skill.