AWS Services

AWS Services

This course is part of AWS Solutions Architect - Associate Specialization

Instructor: LearnKartS

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8 hours (approximately)

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What you'll learn

Learn how to deploy and manage EC2 instances for scalable computing power.
Understand and utilize various AWS storage solutions, including S3, Glacier, and CloudFront.
Configure DNS routing and health checks using Route 53 for seamless connectivity.
Design and optimize database solutions with AWS services like RDS and DynamoDB.

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There are 4 modules in this course

Welcome to the AWS Services course!

The "AWS Services" course aligns with the AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate Certification requirements. This course is designed to equip you with a comprehensive understanding of Amazon Web Services (AWS). While introductory courses provide a foundation in cloud computing concepts and basic AWS functionalities, this course covers vast array of AWS services, focusing on practical applications and advanced features crucial for optimizing the use of AWS in real-world scenarios. This course assumes a fundamental understanding of cloud computing and basic AWS concepts. This course requires no prerequisites other than a laptop and an Internet connection. We will utilize an AWS free-tier account for all demonstrations. By the end of this course, you'll be able to: - Deploy and manage EC2 instances to provide scalable computing power. - Leverage the full range of AWS storage solutions, including S3, Glacier, and CloudFront. - Configure DNS routing and health checks using Route 53 to ensure seamless connectivity. - Design and optimize AWS database solutions, including RDS and DynamoDB. This course combines engaging videos, demos, knowledge checks, and readings to provide you with a comprehensive learning experience.

This module introduces Amazon EC2, covering instance creation, configuration, and management. By end of the module, learners will gain hands-on experience, enhancing their proficiency in AWS cloud server deployment.

What's included

17 videos1 reading6 assignments1 discussion prompt

17 videosTotal 71 minutes

EC2 Introduction and Characteristics7 minutesPreview module
Creating EC2 Instance2 minutes
What is AMI?5 minutes
Copying an AMI6 minutes
Choosing Instance Types3 minutes
DEMO: Connecting to EC2 Linux3 minutes
DEMO: Connecting to Windows EC23 minutes
DEMO: Creating AMI1 minute
Configuring Instance2 minutes
Public IP vs. Private IP5 minutes
Using Elastic IP2 minutes
What are Placement Groups?6 minutes
Adding Storage and Tags1 minute
Configuring Security Groups6 minutes
Reviewing and Launching Instances2 minutes
DEMO: EC2 Instance Launch3 minutes
DEMO: Installing Apache in EC26 minutes

1 readingTotal 2 minutes

Introduction and Syllabus2 minutes

6 assignmentsTotal 46 minutes

Amazon EC2: Configuring and Managing Instances12 minutes
EC2 Instance Types4 minutes
AWS EC2 AMI Essentials6 minutes
AWS EC2 Basics6 minutes
EC2 Functionality10 minutes
Optimizing EC2 Networking8 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 5 minutes

EC2 Instances5 minutes

This module covers AWS storage options like Amazon S3, Glacier, and CloudFront. By the end of the module, learners will gain proficiency in managing storage solutions and utilizing data transfer services in the AWS cloud.

What's included

17 videos4 assignments1 discussion prompt

17 videosTotal 86 minutes

Traditional Storage7 minutesPreview module
AWS Cloud Storage Options6 minutes
What is AWS S3?10 minutes
Types of S3 Storage Tiers7 minutes
Cross-Region Resource Sharing3 minutes
S3 Encryption for Objects8 minutes
Features of Amazon Glacier 3 minutes
DEMO: How to Use Snowball3 minutes
What is CDN?1 minute
What is CloudFront?1 minute
Working of CloudFront 1 minute
Components of CloudFront 4 minutes
AWS Snowball Working6 minutes
Storage Gateway4 minutes
DEMO: CloudFront Usage8 minutes
Demo: Athena3 minutes
DEMO: Storage Gateway Usage2 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 36 minutes

Introduction to AWS Storage and CloudFront12 minutes
Traditional Storage vs. AWS Cloud Storage4 minutes
Optimizing S3 Storage in AWS12 minutes
Optimizing Content Delivery with CloudFront8 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 5 minutes

Pillars of AWS and their Significance5 minutes

This module covers AWS networking essentials like Route53 and VPC configuration. By end of the module, learners will gain proficiency in setting up and managing networking infrastructure on AWS for secure communication between resources and external networks.

What's included

17 videos6 assignments1 discussion prompt

17 videosTotal 99 minutes

Route53 Introduction2 minutesPreview module
Route53 Functioning5 minutes
Route53 Concepts3 minutes
DNS and Health Checking Concepts5 minutes
Example of DNS Record: TTL3 minutes
Registering Domain Name with Route533 minutes
Various Routing Policies9 minutes
Route53 Pricing2 minutes
DEMO: Route53 Basics3 minutes
DEMO: Setting up EC212 minutes
Overview of VPC (Virtual Private Cloud)12 minutes
Understanding Subnets and ACLs8 minutes
Understanding NAT Instances and Gateway12 minutes
What is DNS Resolution?2 minutes
Direct Connect Basics3 minutes
DEMO: Working of Subnets4 minutes
DEMO: Working of VPC2 minutes

6 assignmentsTotal 44 minutes

Networking: VPC, Route53, EC2 Setup12 minutes
Designing Efficient DNS with Route 534 minutes
Optimizing Route 53 Expenses10 minutes
Route 53 Cost Optimization4 minutes
Secure VPC Design6 minutes
VPC Network Optimization8 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 5 minutes

Networking and Domain Management5 minutes

This module introduces AWS database services like Amazon RDS, Aurora, and DynamoDB. By the end of this module, learners will gain practical experience in deploying and managing databases on AWS, along with understanding best practices and pricing.

What's included

17 videos1 reading4 assignments1 discussion prompt

17 videosTotal 84 minutes

Introduction to AWS Databases5 minutesPreview module
Types of AWS Databases1 minute
Amazon RDS Fundamentals8 minutes
RDS for Solution Architect2 minutes
Amazon Aurora: Database and Read Replicas5 minutes
Amazon Aurora: IO Traffic, DDL, and Crash Recovery5 minutes
Aurora for Solution Architect1 minute
DEMO: Working with RDS13 minutes
DynamoDB Basics4 minutes
How DynamoDB Works?7 minutes
DynamoDB for Solution Architect2 minutes
What is Amazon Redshift5 minutes
What is Amazon ElastiCache4 minutes
What is AWS DMS3 minutes
Best Practices and Pricing3 minutes
DEMO: DynamoDB Working5 minutes
DEMO: ElastiCache Working3 minutes

1 readingTotal 2 minutes

Course Synopsis2 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 34 minutes

AWS Databases: NoSQL, Warehousing, Caching12 minutes
Choosing the Right AWS Database8 minutes
RDS vs. Aurora Benefits 8 minutes
AWS Database Assessment6 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 5 minutes

Database Services5 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a comprehensive and widely adopted cloud platform, offering over 200 fully featured services from data centers globally. It provides services like computing power, storage options, and networking capabilities, among others.

A fundamental understanding of cloud computing and basic AWS concepts which have been covered in the first course "Cloud and AWS Basics" belonging to the "AWS Architect Associate" specialization.

Yes, a course completion certificate is allocated upon completing all graded assignments and quizzes present in the AWS Services course.

Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:

The course may not offer an audit option. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid.
The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.

When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.

AWS Services

Course

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Details to know

Course

See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills

Build your subject-matter expertise

Earn a career certificate

There are 4 modules in this course

EC2 Instances

What's included

AWS Fundamentals

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Networking and Domain Management

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Database Services

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Instructor

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Cloud and AWS Basics

AWS Advanced

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