Contentstack Academy

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Welcome to the Contentstack Academy training and certification platform with role-based guided learning paths and certifications designed to quickly and confidently master the design and implementation fundamentals of underlying composable digital architectures and experience creation.

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End-user training

Contentstack Academy offers this non-technical training courses for business users who want to learn how to use Contentstack to streamline their content management workflows.

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Developer onboarding training

Contentstack Academy also offers a variety of technical training courses for developers who want to learn how to use Contentstack to build and manage digital experiences.

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Contentstack Launch: Deploying and Delivering Digital Content

This comprehensive course provides a step-by-step guide to mastering Contentstack Launch and utilizing its capabilities to streamline content management, deployment, and distribution processes.

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Working with Automation Hub

In this course we will cover Automation Hub and everything you need to get started building Automations.

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Intro to Marketplace Applications

This course is intended to give learners a high-level introduction to how to get started with installing and managing Contentstack's Marketplace Apps.

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Content Modeling with Contentstack

This course is intended to outline Contentstack's headless content management system, it's features, functions, and techniques for designing and modeling your content using the platform.

Accelerate your Contentstack Education by enrolling in the following courses in this recommended order.

Contentstack End User Training

Est: 4 Hours Modules: 70

Contentstack Academy presents a comprehensive non-technical training program tailored specifically for business users seeking to harness the power of Contentstack to optimize and simplify their content management processes.

In this dynamic course, participants will embark on a journey that equips them with the knowledge and skills necessary to leverage Contentstack, a cutting-edge Content Management System (CMS). The program delves deep into the realm of content management, offering practical insights and hands-on experience that enable business users to navigate the digital landscape with confidence and efficiency.

Key highlights of this course include:

  1. Fundamental Understanding: The course commences with a strong foundational understanding of Contentstack. Participants will grasp the core concepts, terminologies, and components of the CMS, ensuring a solid footing for further exploration.
  2. Efficient Workflow Design: Business users will learn how to design and implement streamlined content management workflows tailored to their organization's unique needs. This includes creating content structures, defining user roles, and establishing collaboration processes.
  3. Content Creation and Publishing: Participants will gain expertise in creating, editing, and organizing content within Contentstack. They will also discover best practices for content versioning, approvals, and seamless publishing across various digital channels.
  4. Digital Asset Management: The course goes beyond text-based content and covers the effective management of digital assets, such as images, videos, and documents, within Contentstack.
  5. Integration and Automation: Business users will explore methods for integrating Contentstack with other tools and systems, fostering automation and enhancing overall productivity.
  6. User-Friendly Interface: Contentstack's user-friendly interface will be thoroughly explored, ensuring participants can confidently navigate the platform to carry out essential tasks.
  7. Best Practices and Tips: Throughout the course, participants will be exposed to industry best practices, tips, and tricks for maximizing the potential of Contentstack, drawing from real-world case studies and success stories.
  8. Practical Exercises: Hands-on exercises and simulations will provide a practical learning experience, allowing participants to apply their newfound knowledge in a controlled environment.
Contentstack Academy's non-technical training course is the ideal choice for business professionals who recognize the pivotal role of effective content management in today's digital landscape. By enrolling in this program, participants will be equipped with the tools and knowledge needed to revolutionize their content management workflows and drive tangible business results.

Developer Onboarding

Est: 3 Hours Modules: 17

Contentstack Academy is the ultimate destination for developers seeking to elevate their expertise and capabilities in using Contentstack to craft and oversee captivating digital experiences. Our wide array of technical training courses is meticulously crafted to empower developers with the skills, knowledge, and practical insights needed to harness Contentstack as a robust platform for creating, customizing, and managing dynamic digital interfaces.

Here's an immersive dive into the wealth of knowledge and expertise that our technical training courses encompass:

  1. Comprehensive Platform Mastery: Our courses commence with an in-depth exploration of Contentstack's platform architecture, ensuring developers gain a solid foundational understanding of how the system operates. They'll become well-versed in Contentstack's backend structure, API capabilities, and integration potential.
  2. Customization and Extensibility: Developers learn the art of tailoring Contentstack to specific project requirements. This includes creating custom content types, fields, and modules and extending the platform's functionality by integrating third-party services and APIs.
  3. Seamless Front-End Integration: Participants explore the seamless integration of Contentstack with a diverse range of front-end frameworks and technologies. They'll delve into the principles of headless CMS and gain practical experience in building dynamic user interfaces.
  4. Efficient Workflow Automation: Our courses equip developers with the skills to streamline content workflows efficiently. This includes setting up approval processes, content versioning, and automating routine tasks, enhancing collaboration between content creators and developers.
  5. Advanced Templating and Components: Developers will master advanced templating techniques, enabling them to create dynamic and responsive web pages or applications that are powered by Contentstack. This includes the creation of reusable components to ensure efficiency in development.
  6. Robust Security Measures: Our courses delve into Contentstack's robust security features, emphasizing the implementation of stringent authentication and authorization mechanisms to safeguard content and user data.
  7. Advanced Integrations: Developers explore advanced integration scenarios, including e-commerce, analytics, and SEO optimization. This knowledge empowers them to create feature-rich digital experiences that meet the evolving expectations of modern users.
  8. Continuous Learning and Updates: Contentstack Academy is dedicated to informing developers about the latest Contentstack features, enhancements, and best practices. This commitment ensures that their skills remain current and aligned with industry trends.
Upon successful completion of these technical training courses, developers emerge as Contentstack experts, capable of architecting, developing, and managing exceptional digital experiences that captivate and engage audiences.

Furthermore, participants have the opportunity to earn certification from Contentstack Academy, a testament to their proficiency in leveraging Contentstack to its fullest potential. Elevate your development journey with Contentstack Academy and unlock the endless possibilities of digital innovation.

Introduction to Marketplace Applications and Integrations

Est: 4 Hours Modules: 21

This engaging course is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive, high-level introduction to the installation and management of Contentstack's Marketplace Apps. Marketplace Apps are powerful tools that extend Contentstack's capabilities, enabling users to supercharge their content management and development workflows. By the end of this course, participants will have the skills and knowledge needed to confidently install, configure, and manage these apps, enhancing their Contentstack experience and productivity.

Course Details:

  1. Introduction to Marketplace Apps: The course kicks off with an overview of Contentstack's Marketplace Apps, highlighting their importance in optimizing content management, development, and other aspects of your digital projects. Participants will understand how these apps can enhance their Contentstack experience.
  2. Exploring App Categories: Marketplace Apps cover a wide range of functionalities. Learners will explore various app categories, such as content management, SEO, e-commerce, and more. They will gain insights into which apps can benefit their specific use cases.
  3. Installation and Configuration: Participants will be guided through the process of installing Marketplace Apps within their Contentstack environment. They will learn how to configure app settings to align with their project requirements, ensuring seamless integration.
  4. Use Cases and Best Practices: The course will showcase practical use cases for different Marketplace Apps. Learners will discover how these apps can address common challenges in content management and development. Best practices for utilizing these apps effectively will also be shared.
  5. App Management and Updates: Managing installed apps is crucial for maintaining an efficient content workflow. Participants will learn how to update, customize, and uninstall Marketplace Apps as needed. They will understand the importance of keeping apps up to date for optimal performance.
  6. Security and Compliance: The course will cover security considerations when using Marketplace Apps, emphasizing data protection and compliance with industry standards. Participants will learn how to assess the security of installed apps.
  7. Integration with Workflows: Participants will explore how Marketplace Apps can be integrated into their content and development workflows. They will learn how to leverage these apps to automate tasks and streamline processes.
  8. Troubleshooting and Support: Inevitably, challenges may arise when using apps. The course will equip learners with troubleshooting techniques and guide them on how to seek support from Contentstack or app developers.
By the end of this course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of Contentstack's Marketplace Apps and the skills required to effectively harness their potential. Whether you are a content manager, developer, or digital marketer, this course empowers you to optimize your Contentstack environment by leveraging these apps to enhance content management, development workflows, and overall productivity.

Contentstack Launch: Deploying and Delivering Digital Content

Est: 4 Hours Modules: 16

Contentstack Launch is a powerful front-end hosting and deployment platform. This comprehensive course provides a step-by-step guide to mastering Contentstack Launch, enabling you to optimize content management, deployment, and distribution processes. You will gain hands-on experience in integrating Contentstack Launch with popular frameworks, creating projects, managing environments, automating deployments, and extending functionality through cloud functions. By the end of this course, you will be well-equipped to deliver digital content seamlessly across multiple platforms and channels.

Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will:

  1. Understand Contentstack Launch: Gain a solid understanding of Contentstack Launch, its features, and its role in simplifying the deployment and delivery of digital content across various platforms and channels.
  2. Integrate with Frameworks: Acquire the knowledge and skills to integrate Contentstack Launch with popular frontend frameworks like Gatsby and Next.js, harnessing the strengths of these frameworks alongside Contentstack's CMS capabilities.
  3. Project Creation: Learn how to create projects using GitHub or file uploads, offering flexibility and ease of use in organizing and managing content within Contentstack Launch.
  4. Efficient Deployments: Develop proficiency in deploying digital content using Contentstack Launch. Manage environments, environment variables, and custom domains to ensure smooth and efficient deployment processes.
  5. Deploy Hooks: Understand deploy hooks and how to automate specific actions during the deployment process, streamlining workflows and enhancing efficiency.
  6. Cloud Functions: Explore the capabilities of cloud functions and learn how to use them to extend Contentstack Launch's functionality. Implement custom logic and execute complex tasks.
  7. How-to Guides: Master various how-to guides, including adding API endpoints to a website, deploying Gatsby and Next.js sites, deploying projects from a monorepo, disabling automatic redeployment, hosting static sites, and auto-populating environment variables from a linked stack.
  8. Integration with CMS Workflow: Learn how to integrate Contentstack Launch with your CMS workflow, automating redeployment when new content is published, ensuring digital content remains up to date and accessible.
  9. Environment Setup: Acquire the skills to set up production and non-production environments, optimizing deployment strategies for different scenarios and ensuring smooth transitions between environments.
By achieving these objectives, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively utilize Contentstack Launch for deploying and delivering digital content. This course empowers professionals to streamline content management processes and provide a seamless experience for users across various platforms and channels.

Working with Automation Hub

Est: 1.5 Hours Modules: 16

Welcome to the comprehensive Automation Hub course offered by Contentstack. This course is your gateway to becoming a proficient Automation Hub user, empowering you to streamline and optimize your workflows by creating powerful and efficient automations. Throughout this course, we will explore each facet of Automation Hub, providing you with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to build, manage, and deploy automations effectively.

Course Details:

  1. Introduction to Automation Hub: The course begins with a thorough introduction to Automation Hub. You'll gain an understanding of its role in automating routine tasks, its significance in enhancing productivity, and the benefits it brings to your workflow.
  2. Navigating Automation Hub: Learn how to navigate the Automation Hub interface efficiently. We'll cover the various components, menus, and features, ensuring you can make the most of this powerful tool.
  3. Building Your First Automation: Dive right in and create your first automation. We'll start with the basics, guiding you through the process step by step. You'll learn how to define triggers, actions, and conditions to automate tasks that are critical to your operations.
  4. Advanced Automation Techniques: As you progress, we'll explore advanced automation techniques. This includes chaining multiple actions, using variables, and creating complex conditional workflows to handle intricate scenarios.
  5. Automation Hub Libraries: Discover the extensive library of pre-built automation templates and components available within Automation Hub. Learn how to leverage these resources to jumpstart your automation projects and save time on development.
  6. Integration with External Tools: Automation Hub's capabilities extend beyond Contentstack. You'll learn how to integrate with external tools and services, creating seamless end-to-end workflows that span multiple applications.
  7. Monitoring and Reporting: Effective automation management requires monitoring and reporting. We'll cover how to track the performance of your automations, identify bottlenecks, and generate reports to gain insights into your operations.
  8. Security and Permissions: Understand best practices for ensuring the security of your automations. Learn how to assign permissions and access controls to different team members, ensuring data integrity and compliance.
  9. Troubleshooting and Debugging: Few automations are flawless from the start. We'll equip you with troubleshooting techniques and debugging tools to identify and rectify issues in your automations.
  10. Best Practices and Optimization: Throughout the course, we'll share best practices and optimization tips to help you create efficient, reliable, and maintainable automations.
By the end of this course, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to harness the full potential of Automation Hub. Whether you're an operations manager, a developer, or a content strategist, this course empowers you to automate repetitive tasks, boost productivity, and improve overall workflow efficiency within your organization. Join us on this automation journey, and unlock a world of possibilities with Automation Hub.

Content Modeling with Contentstack

Est: 6 Hours Modules: 39

Our Content Modeling course is crafted to empower learners with a deep understanding of Contentstack's advanced features and techniques for designing and modeling content. This course is your gateway to mastering the art and science of structuring content efficiently within the Contentstack ecosystem. Upon completing this course, you'll earn a well-deserved 'badge' that signifies your expertise in this pivotal topic.

Here's an in-depth look at what our Content Modeling course encompasses:

  1. Foundations of Content Modeling: We begin by laying a solid foundation in content modeling, ensuring you grasp the core principles that underpin the entire course. This includes understanding the significance of content structure and how it impacts content management and delivery.
  2. Contentstack's Data Modeling Approach: Delve into Contentstack's unique data modeling approach, which empowers you to design content types, fields, and relationships that precisely match your project's needs. Learn how to create a content model that acts as a blueprint for your content structure.
  3. Content Type Creation: Explore the step-by-step process of creating content types within Contentstack. Understand how to define and configure content types to accommodate different content formats, from articles and products to multimedia assets.
  4. Field Types and Validation: Gain expertise in selecting and configuring various field types, including text, image, number, date, and more. Discover how to set up field-level validation to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
  5. Taxonomies and Categories: Learn the art of creating taxonomies and categories to organize and classify your content effectively. Understand how to create hierarchical structures, tags, and labels that enhance content discoverability.
  6. Relationships and References: Dive deep into the concept of relationships between content types. Discover how to create references, enabling you to link content pieces together seamlessly. This is invaluable for creating complex, interconnected content ecosystems.
  7. Content Versioning and Publishing: Understand how content versioning and publishing work within the context of your content model. Learn how to manage content updates, approvals, and publishing schedules to maintain a smooth workflow.
  8. Best Practices and Optimization: Throughout the course, we share industry best practices and optimization tips for content modeling. These insights ensure you design efficient and scalable content structures that stand the test of time.
  9. Practical Exercises: Put your knowledge into action through hands-on exercises and projects. Apply content modeling techniques to real-world scenarios, reinforcing your understanding and skillset.
  10. Certification and Badge: Upon successful completion of the course, you'll receive a certification and a coveted 'badge' for content modeling. This certification is a testament to your proficiency and can enhance your career prospects in the content management field.
Content modeling is the backbone of effective content management, and our course equips you with the tools and knowledge to excel in this critical aspect. Whether you're a content strategist, developer, or digital marketer, this course provides invaluable insights that can transform the way you structure and manage content in Contentstack. Join us on this content modeling journey and unlock new levels of efficiency and precision in your content management endeavors.

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