Teaching Camunda 7 involves covering various aspects of Business Process Management (BPM) using the Camunda platform. Here's an extensive list of topics you might want to consider:
1. Introduction to BPM:
- Overview of Business Process Management (BPM) concepts and principles.
- Importance of BPM in modern organizations.
- Exploring the significance of BPMN (Business Process Model and Notation) in process modeling.
2. Introduction to Camunda:
- Overview of the Camunda platform and its features.
- Understanding Camunda's architecture and components.
- Installation and setup of Camunda.
3. Process Modeling with BPMN:
- An introductory overview of BPMN elements: tasks, gateways, events, and sequences.
- Step-by-step guide to configuring and deploying BPMN processes to the Camunda Engine.
- Hands-on exercises on modeling simple and complex business processes using BPMN.
- Best practices for BPMN modeling.
4. Camunda Engine:
- Understanding the Camunda Engine and its execution semantics.
- Configuring and deploying BPMN processes to the Camunda Engine.
- Monitoring and managing process instances using the Camunda Cockpit.
5. Camunda Tasklist:
- Overview of the Camunda Tasklist and its features.
- Task assignment, delegation, and escalation.
- Integrating external systems with the Tasklist.
6. Camunda Forms:
- Crafting and executing user task forms utilizing Camunda Forms for optimal usability.
- Customizing form fields, validation, and layout.
- Integrating dynamic form elements and form generation.
7. Camunda Decision Tables:
- Introduction to decision modeling with Camunda Decision Tables.
- Delving into the fundamentals of decision modeling with Camunda Decision Tables.
- Integrating Decision Tables with BPMN processes.
8. Camunda APIs and Integrations:
- Overview of Camunda REST API and Java API.
- Implementing custom service tasks and external tasks.
- Integrating Camunda with other systems and technologies.
9. Advanced Topics:
- Error handling and compensation in BPMN processes.
- Parallel and sequential execution patterns.
- Performance optimization and scaling strategies.
10. Case Studies and Best Practices:
- Real-world case studies of successful Camunda implementations.
- Best practices for designing, implementing, and managing BPMN processes with Camunda.
This curriculum should provide a comprehensive overview of Camunda 7 and equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively utilize the platform for Business Process Management.