CompTIA Network+ N10-009 Course Platform

A comprehensive web-based training platform for the CompTIA Network+ N10-009 certification exam, built with Next.js 15, TypeScript, and PostgreSQL.

🎯 Course Overview

This platform covers all five domains of the CompTIA Network+ N10-009 exam:

• 1.0 Networking Concepts (23%)

  • OSI model, network appliances, cloud concepts
  • Ports, protocols, transmission media, topologies
  • IPv4 addressing and modern network environments

• 2.0 Network Implementation (20%)

  • Routing technologies, switching features
  • Wireless devices and physical installations

• 3.0 Network Operations (19%)

  • Organizational processes, monitoring technologies
  • Network services, disaster recovery, access methods

• 4.0 Network Security (14%)

  • Security concepts, attack types, defense techniques
  • Network hardening and security features

• 5.0 Network Troubleshooting (24%)

  • Troubleshooting methodology, common issues
  • Performance problems and diagnostic tools

🚀 Features

• Interactive Learning Modules - Comprehensive coverage of all exam objectives
• Progress Tracking - Monitor your learning progress across all domains
• Practice Questions - Test your knowledge with realistic exam questions
• Responsive Design - Learn on any device with mobile-friendly interface
• Real-time Content - Dynamic content loading with modern web technologies

🛠 Technology Stack

• Frontend: Next.js 15, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS
• Backend: Next.js API Routes, Node.js runtime
• Database: PostgreSQL with Neon (serverless)
• ORM: Drizzle ORM for type-safe database operations
• Icons: Lucide React icons
• Deployment: Vercel (London region)

📋 Prerequisites

• Node.js 20 or higher
• npm or pnpm package manager
• PostgreSQL database (Neon recommended)
• Modern web browser

🔧 Installation & Setup

1. Clone or download the project

   git clone <repository-url>
   cd N10-009

2. Install dependencies

   npm install

3. Set up environment variables

   • Copy .env.example to .env.local
   • Add your database URL:

   DATABASE_URL=postgresql://user:pass@host/db?sslmode=require

4. Initialize the database

   npm run db:push

5. Start development server

   npm run dev

6. Initialize course data

   • Open http://localhost:3000
   • Click "Initialize Course Data" to seed the database

📚 Course Content Structure

Complete N10-009 Coverage

The platform now includes comprehensive coverage of all CompTIA Network+ N10-009 objectives:

• Domain 1: 8 objectives (1.1 - 1.8) - Networking Concepts
• Domain 2: 4 objectives (2.1 - 2.4) - Network Implementation
• Domain 3: 4 objectives (3.1 - 3.4) - Network Operations
• Domain 4: 5 objectives (4.1 - 4.5) - Network Security
• Domain 5: 5 objectives (5.1 - 5.5) - Network Troubleshooting

Total: 26 learning objectives covering every exam requirement.

Database Schema

The platform uses the following main entities:

• Domains: The 5 main exam domains with percentages and descriptions
• Objectives: All 26 individual learning objectives with detailed content
• Users: Student accounts and progress tracking
• User Progress: Individual completion status and scores
• Practice Questions: Exam-style questions with explanations

Learning Objectives

Each objective includes:

• Comprehensive content explanation
• Structured learning modules (protocols, tools, concepts)
• Key terminology and definitions
• Practical examples and scenarios
• Real-world applications
• Troubleshooting methodologies

🎓 Exam Information

• Exam Code: N10-009
• Questions: Maximum 90 (multiple-choice and performance-based)
• Time Limit: 90 minutes
• Passing Score: 720 (on a scale of 100-900)
• Prerequisites: 9-12 months networking experience recommended

📊 Available Scripts

• npm run dev - Start development server
• npm run build - Build for production
• npm run start - Start production server
• npm run db:generate - Generate database migrations
• npm run db:push - Push schema to database
• npm run db:studio - Open database studio
• npm run deploy - Deploy to Vercel

🌐 Deployment

The platform is optimized for Vercel deployment:

1. Connect to Vercel

   npx vercel

2. Set environment variables in Vercel dashboard

   • DATABASE_URL (your PostgreSQL connection string)
   • Optionally: NEON_FETCH_ENDPOINT for optimized connections

3. Deploy to production

   npm run deploy

🔒 Database Security

• Uses parameterized queries through Drizzle ORM
• Connection pooling for optimal performance
• SSL-required connections for production
• Environment-based configuration

📱 Mobile Responsive

The platform is fully responsive and works on:

• Desktop computers
• Tablets (iPad, Android tablets)
• Mobile phones (iPhone, Android)
• Various screen sizes and orientations

🤝 Contributing

1. Fork the repository
2. Create a feature branch
3. Make your changes
4. Test thoroughly
5. Submit a pull request

📄 License

This project is created for educational purposes. CompTIA and Network+ are trademarks of CompTIA, Inc.

🆘 Support

For issues and questions:

1. Check the troubleshooting section below
2. Review the database connection settings
3. Ensure all environment variables are set correctly

🐛 Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Database Connection Failed

• Verify DATABASE_URL in .env.local
• Ensure database is accessible
• Check SSL settings for production

Course Data Not Loading

• Run the database seed function from the UI
• Check API routes are working: /api/domains
• Verify database schema is up to date

Build Failures

• Update Node.js to version 20+
• Clear .next folder and reinstall dependencies
• Check for TypeScript errors

Getting Help

• Check browser console for error messages
• Verify all dependencies are installed correctly
• Test API endpoints individually
• Review database connection and permissions

🎯 Exam Tips

• Focus on hands-on practice with network tools
• Understand protocols at different OSI layers
• Practice subnetting calculations
• Learn troubleshooting methodologies
• Study port numbers and protocol purposes
• Practice with performance-based questions

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Good luck with your CompTIA Network+ certification journey! 🚀