Welcome to the AWS Cloud Essentials course! This course introduces key cloud computing concepts and core AWS services. It covers deploying and managing applications on AWS, understanding the infrastructure, and applying best practices.
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AWS Cloud Essentials
This course is part of Mastering Cloud: Security, Optimization & Migration on AWS Specialization
Instructor: Edureka
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Learners will acquire a fundamental understanding of AWS Cloud Essentials and practical skills with essential AWS services.
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There are 5 modules in this course
This module covers cloud computing models and AWS Global Infrastructure. Learners will explore cloud service and deployment models, AWS regions, availability zones, and edge locations. The AWS Free Tier will also be introduced to experiment with AWS services at no cost.
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10 videos7 readings4 assignments4 discussion prompts
Learners will explore the essentials of AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), including users, roles, policies, and groups, which are the core parts of this module. Additionally, IAM-related services such as Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and the AWS Command Line Interface (CLI) will be introduced to manage AWS resources.
What's included
14 videos3 readings4 assignments3 discussion prompts
Learners will explore computing concepts related to Amazon EC2, including instance management and AMI (Amazon Machine Image) handling. They will also examine EC2 storage options, Amazon FSx for file systems, and AWS Batch for batch processing. By the end of this module, learners will be able to efficiently manage and deploy computing resources on AWS.
What's included
16 videos4 readings4 assignments3 discussion prompts
Learners will be introduced to Amazon S3, which covers essential topics such as bucket creation, policy management, versioning, and advanced features. They will also explore Cross-Region Replication, S3 storage classes, and Lifecycle Policies. By the end of this module, learners will be equipped to manage data on Amazon S3 securely and efficiently.
What's included
16 videos3 readings4 assignments3 discussion prompts
This module is designed to assess an individual on the various concepts and teachings covered in this course. Evaluate your knowledge with a comprehensive graded quiz on Identity, Compute and Storage services in AWS.
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1 video1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt
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This course provides an overview of cloud computing and the AWS ecosystem. It covers key AWS services, including Identity and Access Management (IAM) for secure access control and Amazon EC2 for scalable computing resources. Learners will also explore Elastic Block Store (EBS) for persistent storage and Amazon S3 for scalable object storage. The course emphasizes practical skills for deploying and managing cloud-based applications. By the end, learners will be equipped to leverage these AWS services effectively for cloud solutions.
This course is specifically designed for professionals working in the cloud computing field, including Cloud Engineers, Cloud Architects, and AWS Solutions Architects. It is also ideal for individuals who aspire to enter the cloud industry or expand their knowledge of cloud technologies.
Prior working experience with AWS and SQL is advantageous and offers a valuable foundation for this course. However, proficiency in these concepts is not obligatory.