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Cloud Literacy

Course Summary

This course is tailored for technical professionals looking to build a solid foundation in cloud computing concepts and gain practical skills for effective cloud utilization. This course focuses on core cloud literacy, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on labs, exercises, and real-world case studies to ensure participants are well-versed in fundamental cloud principles.

*Client to select the cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) for labs.

Purpose
Gain practical skills for effective cloud utilization.
Prerequisites
For this course, the following is helpful, but not required:
  - Basic computer literacy
  - Familiarity with a command-line interface
  - Basic understanding of networking concepts

Role
Technical Professionals
Skill level
Beginner
Style
Lecture | Case Studies | Hands-on Activities
Duration
2 days
Related technologies
Cloud

 

Productivity objectives
  • Describe key concepts of cloud computing.
  • Discuss appropriate use cases for use of IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.
  • Configure and deploy virtual machines.
  • Differentiate between storage and database options in the cloud.
  • Describe networking configurations in cloud deployments.
  • Describe essential security concerns in cloud environments.
  • Understand the services that drive costs for cloud environments.

What you'll learn:

In this course, you'll learn:
  • Intro to Cloud Computing Concepts
    • Overview of cloud computing and its evolution.
    • Key terminologies and definitions.
    • Differentiating IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.
    • Deep dive into IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS with use case examples.
  • Intro to Virtual Machines in IaaS
    • Common IaaS configurations.
    • Setting up virtual machines.
  • Storage and Databases in the Cloud
    • Basic concepts of storage and databases.
    • Storage and database services in the cloud.
  • Cloud-Native Platforms and PaaS Deployment
    • Exploration of cloud-native platforms.
    • Deploying applications on PaaS.
  • Basics of Cloud Networking
    • Understanding cloud networking fundamentals.
    • Case study analyzing successful cloud networking implementations.
  • Cloud Deployment Models and Considerations
    • In-depth examination of public, private, and hybrid cloud deployment models.
    • Considerations for selecting the appropriate model for different scenarios.
  • Security Measures in Cloud Deployments
    • Introduction to cloud security best practices.
    • Implementation of basic security measures.
  • Cloud Cost Optimization
    • Understanding cloud costs.
    • Strategies for minimizing costs while maintaining performance.
  • Future Trends in Cloud Computing
    • Emerging trends in cloud computing.
    • Group reflections on the potential impact on their roles.
real world content

Real-World Content

Project-focused demos and labs using your tool stack and environment, not some canned "training room" lab.
expert practitioners

Expert Practitioners

Industry experts that bring their battle scars into the classroom.
experiential learning

Experiential Learning

More coding than lecture, coupled with architectural and design discussions.
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