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Getting started to work on IBM WebSphere utility Server (WAS)?
There are still many organization use it and will be in the future.
Ive covered many WAS related articles, but they are not organized in order.
Basic Introduction
Lets get it started by getting familiar with IBMWAS terminology.
The above post should give you an idea about the basics.
Lets check out some of the platform related articles.
Next, you want to get familiar with the installation.
It would be rare, but I wont be surprised if some organizations still use WAS 7.
How to Install IBM WebSphere and apply Fix Pack?
IBM has released version 9, and if you oughta play around there, here are the installation steps.
How to Download and Install WebSphere 9 ND in Linux?
You might be wondering whats new in WAS 8.5, so here you go.
Whats new in WebSphere program Server 8.5.5?
Once you are done with the installation, you want to create a profile.
How to Create a Profile in WebSphere ND?
What do you want to do next?
Maybe knowing how to create a cluster.
How to Create Cluster in IBM WebSphere ND?
Useful WebSphere app Server Administration Scripts
Are you feeling comfortable with the IBM WAS administration now?
Having a performance-related issue and Dev or IBM asked to perform a dump for further analysis.
There might be an intermittent issue, and you want to automate taking thread dump whenever WAS is hung.
How to take Thread Dump Automatically when WebSphere Hung/Stop?
Lets take a look at configuring the heap dump.
You often need that during capacity planning and stress test.
And, as a WAS engineer, you should update them regularly to keep the tool secure and fast.
Fix pack Upgrade Guide in IBM WebSphere 8.5
Did you ask how to integrate with web servers?
How to Use Nginx with WebSphere software Server?
How to Integrate IBM HTTP Server with WebSphere in 8.5.5?
And some bonus to read in free time.
Virtual Host in WebSphere and Configuration Guide Explained
How to Monitor & Identify Performance Issue in WebSphere?
And, if you are planning to change a job.
50 Frequently Asked WebSphere Interview Questions and Answers
Do you feel more comfortable in dealing with IBM WAS now?
