What you will learn
- Understand the fundamentals of cloud computing and its key models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
- Navigate major cloud service providers and their offerings
- Deploy and manage virtual machines in the cloud.
- Utilize cloud storage solutions effectively.
- Implement basic cloud networking and security practices
- Grasp the economic and business aspects of cloud computing.
Beneficial for
- IT Professionals exploring cloud technologies.
- Managers and decision-makers involved in IT strategy
- Students and enthusiasts looking to build a foundation in cloud computing
Course Pre-requisite
- Computer usage and internet navigation
- Fundamental IT concepts
Course Outline
Definition and characteristics of cloud computing
Historical context and evolution
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
Platform as a Service (PaaS)
Software as a Service (SaaS)
Public, private, and hybrid clouds
Community clouds and their use cases
Overview of leading providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
Comparing cloud offerings and pricing models
Understanding virtual machines
Deploying and managing VMs in the cloud
Object storage and file storage
Cloud storage solutions and use cases
Basic networking concepts in the cloud
Connecting resources and creating networks
Overview of cloud security considerations
Identity and Access Management (IAM) in the cloud
Cost models and pricing structures
Optimizing costs in the cloud
Real-world examples of cloud implementations
Hands-on exercises and projects
