Mastering Cloud Computing with AWS

Welcome to the comprehensive "Mastering Cloud Computing with AWS" course, carefully crafted to equip you with the knowledge and skills required to excel in the dynamic field of cloud computing using A...

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Course Description

Welcome to the comprehensive "Mastering Cloud Computing with AWS" course, carefully crafted to equip you with the knowledge and skills required to excel in the dynamic field of cloud computing using Amazon Web Services (AWS). Whether you're a novice looking to explore the cloud or an IT professional aspiring to enhance your AWS expertise, this course provides a thorough educational journey. Sec...

Welcome to the comprehensive "Mastering Cloud Computing with AWS" course, carefully crafted to equip you with the knowledge and skills required to excel in the dynamic field of cloud computing using Amazon Web Services (AWS). Whether you're a novice looking to explore the cloud or an IT professional aspiring to enhance your AWS expertise, this course provides a thorough educational journey. Section 1: The Foundations of Cloud Computing In this section, we delve into essential concepts such as computer architecture, storage solutions, networking, databases, virtualization, and APIs. This foundational knowledge is crucial for understanding cloud computing. Section 2: Introduction to Cloud Computing Gain insights into the evolution from traditional IT to cloud computing, grasp the core principles of cloud technology, and learn how to deploy cloud services effectively using AWS. Section 3: Demystifying Cloud Architecture This section offers an in-depth exploration of cloud architecture, covering topics such as stateful vs. stateless services, scaling strategies, load balancing, fault tolerance, loose coupling, and architectural paradigms like monolithic and microservices. Section 4: AWS Essentials Discover Amazon Web Services, its global infrastructure, pricing models, and the process of setting up your AWS Free Tier account. Learn the ins and outs of identity and access management (IAM), Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), and more. Section 5: Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2) Master Amazon EC2, including instance provisioning, connecting to instances, utilizing IAM roles, implementing load balancing with Amazon Elastic Load Balancing (ELB), and achieving elastic scalability through Auto Scaling. Section 6: AWS Storage Services Explore AWS storage services comprehensively, encompassing Elastic Block Store (EBS) volumes, instance store volumes, snapshots, Amazon Elastic File System (EFS), and Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3). Learn practical skills for managing S3 objects using the AWS Command-Line Interface (CLI). Section 7: AWS Databases Dive deep into Amazon RDS, its features, and the process of creating and managing RDS instances. Explore advanced concepts like multi-AZ deployments, read replicas, and gain hands-on experience by setting up WordPress on EC2 with an RDS database. Additionally, discover Amazon DynamoDB, a NoSQL database service. Section 8: Automation on AWS Learn automation techniques using AWS CloudFormation and AWS Elastic Beanstalk. Develop the skills to deploy both infrastructure (via CloudFormation) and applications (using Elastic Beanstalk) efficiently. Section 9: DevOps on AWS Understand the principles of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) and implement them using AWS services like AWS CodePipeline and AWS CodeStar, fostering a streamlined development process. Section 10: DNS Service & Content Delivery Explore Amazon Route 53 for robust DNS management, create Amazon CloudFront distributions for content delivery, and fortify your web applications with SSL/TLS encryption for enhanced security. Section 11: Containers & Serverless Computing Dive into the world of containerization with Docker and explore AWS container services, including ECS, ECR, and EKS, supported by practical hands-on labs. Discover the serverless paradigm with AWS Lambda and understand its transformative impact on application development. Section 12: Application Integration & Loose Coupling Learn how to seamlessly integrate and decouple applications using Amazon SNS, Amazon SQS, and AWS Lambda. Engage in practical labs to solidify your knowledge. Section 13: Achieving AWS Certification Concluding the course, we provide guidance on the path to AWS certification. Gain valuable insights and strategies for preparing and succeeding in AWS certification exams, validating your expertise and opening doors to exciting career opportunities. By course completion, you will possess a comprehensive understanding of cloud computing fundamentals and practical proficiency in AWS services, positioning you as a qualified AWS professional. Join us on this exciting journey through the cloud, and unlock a world of possibilities in AWS-related careers.

What you’ll learn
  • Section 1: The Foundations of Cloud Computing
  • Section 2: Introduction to Cloud Computing
  • Section 3: Demystifying Cloud Architecture
  • Section 4: AWS Basics
  • Section 5: Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2)
  • Section 6: AWS Storage Services
  • Section 7: AWS Databases
  • Section 8: Automation on AWS
  • Section 9: DevOps on AWS
  • Section 10: DNS Service & Content Delivery
  • Section 11: Containers & Serverless Computing
  • Section 12: Application Integration & Loose Coupling
  • Section 13: How to Get Certified on AWS

Covering Topics

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Section 1: Foundations of Cloud Computing:- Introduction to cloud computing, computer architecture, storage, networking, databases, virtualization, and APIs.

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Section 2: Introduction to Cloud Computing:- Evolution from traditional IT to cloud computing, core cloud concepts, and launching cloud services with AWS.

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Section 3: Demystifying Cloud Architecture:- In-depth exploration of cloud architecture, including scaling, load balancing, fault tolerance, loose coupling, and architectural styles.

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Section 4: AWS Basics:- Overview of AWS, its infrastructure, pricing, account setup, IAM, VPC, and CLI usage.

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Section 5: Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2):- Understanding EC2, launching instances, connecting, using IAM roles, load balancing, and auto scaling.

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Section 6: AWS Storage Services:- Comprehensive coverage of storage services, including EBS, EFS, S3, and snapshots, with practical CLI skills.

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Section 7: AWS Databases:- Introduction to RDS, multi-AZ, read replicas, setting up WordPress with RDS, and an overview of DynamoDB.

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Section 8: Automation on AWS:- Learning automation techniques with CloudFormation and Elastic Beanstalk for infrastructure and application deployment.

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Section 9: DevOps on AWS:- Principles of CI/CD, AWS CodePipeline, and creating streamlined development processes with AWS CodeStar.

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Section 10: DNS Service & Content Delivery:- Managing DNS with Route 53, content delivery with CloudFront, and web security through SSL/TLS.

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Section 11: Containers & Serverless Computing:- Exploring Docker, ECS, ECR, EKS, Fargate, and the transformative impact of serverless with AWS Lambda.

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Section 12: Application Integration & Loose Coupling:- Integrating applications with Amazon SNS, SQS, and using AWS Lambda for event-driven architecture.

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Section 13: How to Get Certified on AWS:- Guidance and strategies for preparing for AWS certifications, validating expertise in cloud computing with AWS.

Curriculum

      Key Feature of the Course:
    
    Embark on a transformative journey into the world of cloud computing with Amazon Web Services (AWS). Our course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in this rapidly evolving field. Here's why you should invest in this course:
    
    1. Solid Foundation: Begin with the basics, building a strong foundation in cloud computing concepts, computer architecture, storage, networking, databases, and virtualization. Learn the language of the cloud.
    
    2. Real-World Relevance: Understand the evolution from traditional IT to cloud computing. Explore core cloud concepts and gain hands-on experience launching cloud services with AWS, making your knowledge immediately applicable.
    
    3. Architectural Expertise: Demystify cloud architecture. Dive deep into topics like scaling, load balancing, fault tolerance, and architectural styles like monolithic and microservices. Develop the skills to design robust cloud systems.
    
    4. AWS Mastery: Become an AWS expert. Navigate the AWS ecosystem, learn about its global infrastructure, and grasp pricing models. Set up your own AWS Free Tier account and gain confidence using IAM, VPC, and the AWS CLI.
    
    5. Hands-On Skills: Put theory into practice with extensive hands-on labs. Launch Amazon EC2 instances, manage storage with EBS, EFS, and S3, set up databases with RDS, and automate processes with CloudFormation and Elastic Beanstalk.
    
    6. DevOps Proficiency: Embrace DevOps principles with CI/CD and AWS CodePipeline. Simplify development workflows using AWS CodeStar. Streamline and enhance your development processes.
    
    7. DNS and Content Delivery: Manage DNS with Amazon Route 53, improve content delivery with CloudFront, and bolster web security with SSL/TLS encryption. Elevate your web infrastructure to the next level.
    
    8. Containers and Serverless Computing: Explore Docker containers and AWS container services like ECS, ECR, EKS, and Fargate. Experience the future of application development with AWS Lambda's serverless computing.
    
    9. Application Integration: Master application integration and loose coupling with Amazon SNS, SQS, and AWS Lambda. Unlock the power of event-driven architecture.
    
    10. AWS Certification Prep: Receive guidance on preparing for AWS certifications. Benefit from strategies and insights to ace AWS exams and validate your cloud computing expertise.
    
    By the end of this course, you will possess the skills and knowledge to excel in cloud computing using AWS, making you a valuable asset in today's technology-driven job market. 
    Don't miss out on this opportunity to advance your career and stay ahead in the world of cloud computing. 
    Enroll now and unlock a world of possibilities with AWS!

Frequently Asked Questions

This course is designed for anyone interested in cloud computing, whether you're a beginner looking to explore the cloud or an IT professional seeking to enhance your AWS expertise. It caters to a wide range of learners.

No prior cloud computing experience is required. We start from the fundamentals and gradually progress to advanced topics. Basic familiarity with IT concepts can be beneficial but is not mandatory.

Yes, we believe in learning by doing. Each section includes hands-on labs and exercises to reinforce your understanding. You'll gain practical experience in deploying AWS resources and solutions.

The course duration depends on your pace of learning. You can go through the material at your own speed, and there's no set timeframe for completion. Access to the course is usually provided for an extended period to accommodate different learning styles.

You'll need a computer or laptop with internet access. Specific software requirements will be mentioned in the course materials, but for most of the course, a web browser and the AWS Command-Line Interface (CLI) will suffice.