This course covers the fundamentals of HAProxy, a free and open-source software for high availability load balancing and proxying. By the end of the course, learners will be able to understand HAProxy architecture, configure HAProxy for TCP and HTTP proxying, implement ACLs, manage TLS termination, enable HTTPS, and utilize HTTP/2. The teaching method includes a hands-on approach with practical examples and demonstrations. This course is intended for individuals interested in enhancing their knowledge of load balancing, proxy servers, and network infrastructure.
HAProxy Crash Course - TLS 1.3, HTTPS, HTTP/2 and More
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Current and Desired Architecture
HAProxy Architecture
HAProxy as TCP Proxy, HTTP Proxy
ACL Access Control Lists
TLS Termination vs TLS Pass Through
Example
Spin up the services
Install HAProxy
HAProxy configuration
ACL Conditional
ACL Reject URL
Enable HTTPS HAProxy
Enable HTTP2 on HAProxy
Taught by
Hussein Nasser
