Cloud Computing with AWS

What Will You Learn?

• 1. Core Concepts of Cloud Computing:
• Understand the fundamentals of cloud computing and its deployment models (public, private, hybrid).
• Learn about different cloud service models: IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.
• Grasp the benefits and challenges of moving to the cloud and how AWS fits into the broader cloud ecosystem.
• 2. AWS Core Services:
• Amazon EC2: Learn how to launch, configure, and manage virtual machines (instances) in the cloud. Understand the various instance types, pricing models, and key configurations.
• Amazon S3: Understand how to store, manage, and access data in the cloud with S3. Learn about features like versioning, lifecycle policies, and secure access.
• AWS Lambda: Learn serverless computing and how to run code without provisioning or managing servers. Gain hands-on experience in creating and deploying Lambda functions.
• Amazon RDS: Learn how to set up, operate, and scale a relational database in the cloud. Explore backups, scaling, and high-availability features.
• 3. AWS Networking and Security:
• VPC (Virtual Private Cloud): Gain knowledge about setting up isolated network environments within AWS, including configuring subnets, route tables, and VPN connections.
• IAM (Identity and Access Management): Learn how to securely manage users and permissions, control access to AWS resources, and implement security best practices.
• AWS Security Best Practices: Understand how to secure your cloud resources with encryption, IAM policies, and security groups.
• 4. AWS Monitoring and Troubleshooting:
• Learn to use AWS CloudWatch for monitoring resource usage and setting up alarms.
• Explore AWS CloudTrail for tracking API calls and user activity, ensuring compliance and auditing.
• Understand how to manage costs with AWS Cost Explorer and implement cost optimization strategies.
• 5. Advanced AWS Services:
• Elastic Load Balancing (ELB): Learn to distribute traffic across multiple instances for better availability and fault tolerance.
• Auto Scaling: Set up auto-scaling to automatically adjust your AWS resources based on traffic demands.
• Amazon CloudFront: Discover how to use AWS’s Content Delivery Network (CDN) to deliver your content globally with low latency.
• 6. Cost Management and Optimization:
• Learn about AWS pricing models and how to select the most cost-effective services based on your needs.
• Explore strategies to optimize cloud resource usage, reduce costs, and leverage AWS's billing tools effectively.
• 7. Hands-On Experience:
• Get practical experience working with AWS services, including setting up virtual machines, managing storage, configuring networks, and deploying serverless applications.
• Learn to troubleshoot and optimize your cloud applications for performance, availability, and cost.
• 8. AWS Certification Preparation (Optional):
• Prepare for AWS certification exams like the AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate exam.
• Learn exam tips, strategies, and study resources to help you pass AWS certification exams and boost your cloud career.
• 9. Real-World Project:
• At the end of the course, you’ll complete a final project where you design and deploy a scalable, secure web application using AWS services, integrating everything you’ve learned in the course.