NGINX is the swiss army knife of web protocols. In this course, Getting Started with NGINX, you’ll learn how NGINX provides a consistent interface for connecting services and exposing applications to the world. First, you’ll discover how to use NGINX as a web server. Next, you’ll explore how NGINX can proxy requests and load balance traffic for scalability, including, how to transparently inject caching, buffering, and HTTPS termination. Finally, you’ll learn how NGINX can rewrite requests and responses. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll know how to transparently inject NGINX into all sorts of pathways to consistently and reliably connect applications.
Author Name: Wes Higbee
Author Description:
Wes Higbee is passionate about helping companies achieve remarkable results with technology and software. He’s had extensive experience developing software and working with teams to improve how software is developed to meet business objectives. Wes launched Full City Tech to leverage his expertise to help companies delight customers. Although his primary focus is on outcomes, implementation often includes technical competency. Wes frequently speaks about impactful aspects of software developm… more

Table of Contents

• Course Overview
  1min
• Installing NGINX to Host Static File
  25mins
• Running a Reverse Proxy
  19mins
• Load Balancing Requests
  20mins
• Caching, Buffering, and Proxy Headers
  18mins
• HTTPS: Securing Traffic with TLS Termination
  14mins
• Rewriting Requests and Responses
  23mins