This training provides an overview of the fundamental functions of AWS Elemental Live, an on-premises appliance used for broadcast television and for streaming to internet-connected devices. The course focuses on key operational aspects of streaming to internet-connected devices. It includes a tour of the key elements of the user interface and a demonstration of the steps to create a simple live event. It also outlines the basic steps to monitor and maintain the system as well as troubleshooting common system issues.

• Level: Foundations
• Duration: 120 minutes

Activities

This training includes presentations, videos, knowledge checks, and assessments.

Learning objectives

In this training, you will learn to:

• Describe how AWS Elemental Live fits into the video compression process.
• List common use cases for AWS Elemental Live.
• Navigate key sections of the UI.
• Create a simple live event.
• Investigate system logs, alerts and messages in AWS Elemental Live
• Describe the basic triage steps to resolve common system issues.
• Conduct basic maintenance: configuring, reinstalling, and kickstarting (building a system from bare-metal hardware).
  

Intended audience

This training is intended for:

• Video operators / video technicians
• System engineers
• Anyone that wants to learn the basics of AWS Elemental Live.

Prerequisites

We recommend learners complete the following optional digital training:

• Video Streaming Concepts: AWS Media Services
• Media Glossary

Content outline

Module 1: Introduction to AWS Elemental Live

• Introduction
• What is AWS Elemental Live?
• Problems that AWS Elemental Live Solves
• User Interface Tour
• Creating a Simple Event
• Recap and Review
• Test Your Understanding
• Next Steps

Module 2: AWS Elemental Live: Basic Setup, Monitoring, and Maintenance

• Introduction
• Notifications and Direct Monitoring
• AWS Elemental Live Logs
• Troubleshooting Common System Issues
• Maintenance Basics
• Recap and Review
• Test Your Understanding
• Next Steps

Course Instructor

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