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Andreas SteidlAndreas Steidl
DE

Seminar topics

Sharing knowledge is my passion. Server services, networking, the complete MCSE curriculum, IT train-the-trainer, programming for everyone, and the topics nobody else will take on. Translating ‘tech’ into ‘human’ is what matters most to me.

The seminars

A selection from my seminar program

Software development

  • Git Fundamentals & Teamwork (GitHub/GitLab)

    • Local workflow with commit, diff, and log
    • Branches, merges, and conflict resolution
    • Teamwork with pull requests on GitHub/GitLab

  • Programming Fundamentals

    • Variables, data types, conditions, and loops
    • Functions and the JSON, YAML, and XML formats
    • Reading other people’s code in a small project

  • Python Fundamentals

    • Setup, syntax, and data types
    • Lists, dictionaries, control flow, and functions
    • Error handling, OOP basics, and SQLite

  • Advanced Python (Concepts, AI & Data)

    • Advanced OOP, Flask, Docker, and pytest
    • Data analysis with pandas and machine learning
    • NLP, Spark, and a data pipeline project

  • Python: Software Engineering & Large-Scale Projects

    • Scrum, domain-driven design, and clean architecture
    • Large-scale project with TDD and GitLab CI/CD
    • Code reviews, documentation, and project presentation

Administration

  • Networking Fundamentals (IP Focus)

    • Topologies, the OSI model, and Ethernet
    • TCP/IP with IPv4, IPv6 overview, and subnetting
    • Wi-Fi security, file sharing, basic troubleshooting

  • Advanced Networking (Routing & Switching)

    • Routing, VLSM, and structured network design
    • VLANs, firewalls, VPNs, and enterprise Wi-Fi
    • IPv6, dual-stack operation, and troubleshooting

  • Hands-On Networking for Administrators (Tools & Troubleshooting)

    • Troubleshooting methodology and command-line tools
    • DHCP, DNS, iperf3, and Wireshark analysis
    • Nmap scans and a real-world troubleshooting lab

  • UniFi Administration (Enterprise Networking)

    • Controller setup, device adoption, and firmware
    • Port profiles, VLANs, and Wi-Fi with guest portal
    • Firewall rules, remote access, monitoring, and backup

  • VoIP Fundamentals

    • Fundamentals: SIP, SDP, RTP, and call flow
    • Routing, NAT, QoS, and troubleshooting
    • Security: SIP attacks, encryption, 3CX in practice

  • Windows Clean Install

    • Install media, partitioning, and offline installation
    • Removing preinstalled apps with DISM and PowerShell
    • Hardening with security baselines, Group Policy, and LGPO

  • Windows Deployment & Automated Installation

    • Windows ADK, WinPE, and boot media
    • WIM servicing with DISM and Autounattend.xml
    • Setup phases, Panther logs, and a full rollout

  • System Monitoring with Zabbix

    • Architecture, installation, and user management
    • Agent and SNMP monitoring, triggers, and alerts
    • Templates, discovery, dashboards, and database maintenance

Security and data protection

  • Data Protection under the GDPR (Focus on Austria)

    • Key concepts, legal bases, Austrian Data Protection Act
    • Records of processing, data subject rights, processors
    • Data breaches, impact assessments, and an action plan

  • Data Protection in Healthcare (including the Austrian Psychologists Act)

    • Health data, professional confidentiality, Psychologists Act
    • Records, retention, and communication channels in practice
    • Breach procedures and an organizational action plan