Picture this: You're deep in a Cribl configuration, everything's humming along nicely, and then...wait, what happens if I want to route this data differently? What if my use case is slightly different from the documentation example? What if I have a weird edge case that's making me question everything I know about data routing?
If you've ever found yourself typing furiously into a search bar at 2 AM looking for answers, or wished you could just ask someone who really knows their stuff, then LIVE! Learning at Cribl might just be your new best friend.
What's All This LIVE! Business About?
We've always been proud of Cribl University's comprehensive self-paced learning paths. They're fantastic. You can learn at your own speed, revisit concepts, and dive deep into topics whenever inspiration (or desperation) strikes. But here's the thing: sometimes you need more than just you and your screen.
That's where Cribl’s LIVE! Learning comes in. These are our instructor-led training sessions where real humans teach real humans in real time. Revolutionary concept, right? 😉
Why Instructor-Led Learning Hits Different
Don't get us wrong – self-paced learning is absolutely valuable. Some people thrive in that independent, go-at-your-own-pace environment. But instructor-led learning brings some unique benefits to the table:
Live Interaction and Q&A with Cribl SMEs
When you hit a roadblock in self-paced learning, you might bookmark it and move on, hoping it'll make sense later. In a LIVE! Learning course, you get immediate access to Cribl subject matter experts who can clarify concepts, explain best practices, and answer your questions in real time. While we focus on teaching foundational how-tos rather than troubleshooting specific customer environments, having that direct line to expertise makes all the difference in truly understanding the material.
Peer Learning Magic
There's incredible value in hearing how others approach problems. Maybe your colleague from another industry has a completely different way of thinking about data routing that sparks an idea for your own environment. These cross-pollination moments are pure gold.
Accelerated Onboarding for Teams
This is especially huge for our customers who need to get new team members up to speed quickly. Instead of someone working through materials solo (and potentially getting stuck or developing bad habits), they can jump into an interactive, guided experience that could get them productive faster.
The Human Factor
Sometimes you just need to hear a concept explained in a slightly different way, or have someone walk you through a process step-by-step while you follow along. There's a reason cooking shows are more popular than cookbooks – watching someone do it while you do it just hits differently.
Virtual LIVE! Sessions: Learning from Wherever-Your-Wi-Fi-Reaches
Most of our LIVE! Learning sessions and workshops happen virtually through Cribl University, which means you can join from anywhere with decent Wi-Fi. Your kitchen table, your home office, that coffee shop with the really good pastries. We're not picky about your location as long as you're ready to learn.
What makes these sessions special? It's the magic of collective "aha!" moments. We've designed different types of virtual instructor-led courses to meet you where you are in your Cribl journey:
New Customer Onboarding Workshop – Perfect for teams just getting started who want a Cribl product overview and architecture basics
How-To Troubleshoot Workshop – Guides learners through common troubleshooting scenarios and techniques for Cribl, focusing on the most frequently encountered issues
Cribl Skills Workshops – Focused sessions on specific features, use cases, or advanced techniques seen out in the wild
Hands-On Labs – Interactive sessions where you can practice configurations and scenarios in a guided environment
Campus Experience: Classroom Vibes, Cribl Style
For the first time ever, we're hosting Campus Experience – a live, in-person training day happening October 13th, 2025, the day before CriblCon 25. This isn't just virtual learning with extra steps; it's a completely different animal. Think of it as the ultimate Cribl learning experience with actual humans you can high-five when you finally nail that tricky configuration.
We've designed two distinct learning tracks to meet you where you are:
Cribl Core Track Perfect for building your foundation. You'll focus on essential practical applications that give you solid grounding in the fundamentals.
Cribl Advanced Track This track tackles advanced configurations and complex data scenarios. You'll explore sophisticated techniques for optimizing data flow, ensuring security, and maximizing the value of your data.
There's something special about being in the same room with other Cribl enthusiasts, sharing the collective groan when someone asks that question everyone's been thinking, and celebrating together when concepts click into place.
Meeting Learners Where They Want to Be
Everyone learns differently. Some thrive in self-paced environments, others prefer live interaction and immediate feedback. Our goal isn't to replace self-paced learning – it's to complement it with options that work for different learning styles and business needs.
This is especially valuable for organizations onboarding new team members or rolling out new use cases where everyone needs to be on the same page quickly. Think of it as a learning buffet – sometimes you want to graze at your own pace, sometimes you want the full guided experience.
Ready to Go LIVE!?
Whether you're looking to try something new, need to get your team up to speed efficiently, or just learn better with other humans around, we'd love to have you join a LIVE! Learning course.
Check out the upcoming virtual sessions in Cribl University, and if you're planning to attend CriblCon, definitely consider adding the Campus Experience to your agenda. Trust us – your future self (and your Cribl configurations) will thank you.
Because sometimes, the best learning happens when we're all figuring it out together, in real time, with real people who are just as excited about data routing as you are.
Ready to learn LIVE!? Head over to Cribl University to explore our instructor-led offerings, or reach out if you have questions about which format might work best for your team.
