Taking the first steps after installation

After complete and verify the installation, you can begin to use WebSphere® eXtreme Scale to create your data grid.

1. Update your installation by applying maintenance.

   More information: Updating eXtreme Scale servers.

2. If you are using WebSphere eXtreme Scale for the first time, you can use the Getting started information to learn more about how to use the product.

   More information: Getting started

3. Configure the product. Create properties and XML files to define the configuration for data grids, servers, and clients. You can also configure cache or database integration, REST data services, or OSGi plug-ins.

   More information: Configuring

4. Develop an application that accesses the data grid.

   More information: Developing applications

5. Start and administer container and catalog servers with your configuration files and data grid application.

   More information: Administering

6. Monitor the performance of your configuration with the various monitoring tools.

   More information: Monitoring