Planning and Administering SharePoint 2016

1. Deployment Planning: Understanding SharePoint architecture and planning deployments for various scenarios.

2. Installation and Configuration: Setting up and configuring SharePoint Server 2016 according to organizational needs.

3. Site and Content Management: Managing sites, site collections, and content to facilitate collaboration and document management.

4. Security and Compliance: Implementing security measures and compliance features to protect SharePoint data.

Before diving into Planning and Administering SharePoint 2016, it's beneficial to have a foundation in the following skills:

1. Basic IT Knowledge: Understanding of networking, operating systems, and general IT concepts.

2. Microsoft Windows Server: Familiarity with Windows Server operating systems, as SharePoint Server is typically deployed on Windows Server.

3. Web Technologies: Basic understanding of web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

4. Database Management: Knowledge of database concepts and SQL, as SharePoint uses databases for storing content and configuration.

By learning Planning and Administering SharePoint 2016, you gain several valuable skills:

1. Deployment Planning: Ability to plan and deploy SharePoint Server 2016 environments, considering various deployment scenarios and organizational requirements.

2. Configuration Management: Proficiency in configuring SharePoint Server 2016 according to best practices and organizational needs, including site architecture and settings.

3. Site and Content Management: Skills to effectively manage SharePoint sites, site collections, and content, facilitating collaboration and document management within organizations.

4. Security and Compliance: Knowledge of implementing security measures and compliance features to protect SharePoint data and ensure regulatory compliance.