AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner: Master Cloud Fundamentals
What you will learn:
- Understand AWS Cloud Concepts: Gain a deep understanding of the AWS Cloud's value proposition, its global infrastructure, and the principles of the AWS Well-Architected Framework.
- Master Core AWS Services: Learn about essential AWS services like compute, storage, databases, networking, and more. Develop the skills to select the right services for your projects.
- Implement Security and Compliance on AWS: Acquire the knowledge to implement and manage security, compliance, and governance features within AWS, ensuring data protection and regulatory adherence.
- Optimize AWS Cloud Costs and Performance: Learn how to effectively manage your AWS cloud costs and optimize performance, including billing models, budgeting tools, and cost management best practices.
- Prepare for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Exam: This course is specifically designed to help you pass the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam, equipping you with the necessary knowledge and confidence.
Description
Embark on a journey to unlock the power of cloud computing with our comprehensive AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner course. This program is meticulously designed to equip you with the fundamental knowledge and practical skills needed to navigate the AWS Cloud with confidence. You'll delve deep into core AWS concepts, essential services, security best practices, and cost optimization strategies. This course provides the ideal foundation for anyone seeking to launch their cloud career, pass the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam, or simply gain a robust understanding of the AWS ecosystem.
Prepare to explore the AWS Cloud's core components, including:
- AWS Cloud Concepts: Gain a deep understanding of the AWS Cloud's value proposition, its global infrastructure, and the principles of the AWS Well-Architected Framework.
- Core AWS Services: Master the fundamental AWS services, encompassing compute, storage, databases, networking, and more. Learn how to choose the right services for your specific needs and projects.
- Security and Compliance: Dive into the critical aspects of AWS security and compliance, exploring the shared responsibility model, access management, and the tools and services designed to secure your cloud environment.
- Cost Optimization and Management: Develop the expertise to effectively manage your AWS cloud costs and optimize performance. Learn about billing models, budgeting tools, and cost management best practices.
- Practical Hands-on Exercises: Reinforce your understanding through hands-on labs and demos, enabling you to apply your newly acquired knowledge in real-world scenarios.
By the end of this course, you'll be prepared to confidently take the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam and effectively leverage AWS for various cloud computing tasks.
Curriculum
Introduction
This introductory section provides a comprehensive overview of the course, its objectives, and the importance of AWS Cloud in the modern technology landscape. You will be guided through the essential concepts of cloud computing and their relevance to the AWS ecosystem. The section includes a detailed introduction to the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam, outlining its structure, objectives, and the benefits of achieving the certification. This section serves as a vital foundation for your cloud journey.
Overview of AWS Services
Dive deep into the vast array of AWS services in this section. You will gain an understanding of the different categories of services offered by AWS, including compute, storage, databases, networking, and more. Explore the key features and functionalities of each service, learning how they contribute to building robust and scalable cloud solutions. Understanding these services is critical for making informed decisions about the best tools for your specific projects.
AWS Cloud Adoption Framework
This section explores the AWS Cloud Adoption Framework, a comprehensive roadmap for organizations seeking to effectively adopt cloud technologies. You will learn about the key stages involved in cloud adoption, the associated considerations, and the benefits of following a structured approach. This section equips you with the knowledge and framework necessary to strategically plan and implement your cloud migration or expansion.
AWS Well-Architected Framework
The AWS Well-Architected Framework is a set of best practices for designing, deploying, and operating secure, reliable, and efficient cloud solutions. In this section, you will delve into the six pillars of the Well-Architected Framework: operational excellence, security, reliability, performance efficiency, cost optimization, and sustainability. By understanding and applying these principles, you can ensure your cloud solutions meet high standards of quality and performance.
How to apply for the Exam + 30 minutes extra for ESL + 50% Discount for 2nd time
This section provides step-by-step guidance on the process of registering for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam. You will learn about the different exam formats, scheduling options, and the resources available to prepare for the exam. You'll also discover the 30-minute extra time allowance for English as a Second Language (ESL) test takers and the 50% discount available for retaking the exam.
Create Your Free AWS Account
This section walks you through the simple steps of creating a free AWS account. You will learn about the different account types, the free tier benefits, and how to access the AWS Management Console. This practical section enables you to start experimenting with AWS services firsthand.
Analytics
This comprehensive section explores AWS's robust analytics services, empowering you to analyze data and gain insights from your cloud environment. You will learn about services like Amazon Athena, AWS Data Exchange, Amazon EMR, AWS Glue, Amazon Kinesis Data Streams, Amazon MSK, Amazon OpenSearch Service, Amazon QuickSight, and Amazon Redshift. Each service is explained in detail, and you will be guided through practical hands-on demos to solidify your understanding.
Application Integration
This section focuses on AWS's powerful application integration services, enabling you to seamlessly connect and manage your applications within the AWS Cloud. Explore services like Amazon EventBridge, Amazon SNS, Amazon SQS, and AWS Step Functions. You will discover how these services can streamline workflows, manage events, and ensure reliable communication between different parts of your cloud infrastructure.
Business Applications
This section introduces you to AWS services specifically tailored for business applications, allowing you to optimize business processes and customer interactions. Learn about services like Amazon Connect, a cloud-based contact center, and Amazon SES, a reliable email service, and understand their applications in diverse business scenarios.
Cloud Financial Management
Effectively manage your AWS cloud costs with the insights provided in this section. You will explore AWS's cloud financial management tools, including AWS Billing Conductor, AWS Budgets, AWS Cost and Usage Report, AWS Cost Explorer, and AWS Marketplace. Learn how to track your spending, set budget alerts, analyze cost trends, and optimize your cloud resources for better cost efficiency.
Compute
Dive into the world of compute services on AWS in this section. You will learn about Amazon EC2, the cornerstone of AWS compute, and its various instance types and configurations. Explore EC2 Auto Scaling, Elastic Load Balancing, AWS Batch, AWS Elastic Beanstalk, Amazon Lightsail, AWS Local Zones, AWS Outposts, and AWS Wavelength, each designed for specific compute needs and scaling requirements. Through hands-on examples, you'll gain practical experience in managing compute resources effectively.
Containers
This section explores AWS's containerization services, enabling you to deploy and manage containerized applications on the AWS Cloud. You will learn about Amazon ECS, Amazon EKS, and Amazon ECR. Each service is explained in detail, and you will be guided through practical hands-on demos to understand how to leverage containers for modern application development and deployment.
Customer Engagement
Enhance customer interactions and provide excellent support with AWS's customer engagement services. This section explores AWS Managed Services (AMS), AWS Support, AWS IQ, and AWS Activate, covering the resources available to help you navigate your cloud journey and receive assistance.
Databases
This section dives deep into AWS's extensive database services, allowing you to choose the right database solutions for your applications. Learn about Amazon RDS, Amazon Aurora, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon Neptune, and Amazon MemoryDB for Redis. Each service is explained in detail, and you will be guided through practical hands-on demos to solidify your understanding of their capabilities and applications.
Developer Tools
This section empowers developers with the tools and services necessary to build, deploy, and manage applications on the AWS Cloud. You will explore services like AWS AppConfig, AWS CLI, AWS Cloud9, AWS CloudShell, AWS CodeArtifact, AWS CodeBuild, AWS CodeCommit, AWS CodeDeploy, AWS CodePipeline, and AWS X-Ray. Through hands-on examples, you'll learn how to leverage these tools for effective development and deployment workflows.
End User Computing
This section focuses on AWS services that enable secure and seamless end-user computing experiences. Learn about Amazon AppStream 2.0, a service for delivering applications as a desktop, Amazon WorkSpaces, a service for providing managed cloud desktops, and Amazon WorkSpaces Web, which extends Amazon WorkSpaces to web browsers.
Frontend Web and Mobile
This section delves into AWS services specifically designed for building and deploying frontend web and mobile applications. Explore services like AWS Amplify, AWS AppSync, and AWS Device Farm. Learn how to utilize these services to create robust and engaging web and mobile experiences.
Internet of Things (IoT)
This section explores AWS's Internet of Things (IoT) services, enabling you to connect and manage devices in your cloud environment. Learn about AWS IoT Core and AWS IoT Greengrass, and understand how these services can be used to build and manage secure and scalable IoT solutions.
Management and Governance
This section covers the essential aspects of managing and governing your AWS Cloud resources effectively. You will explore the AWS Management Console, AWS Auto Scaling, Application Auto Scaling, AWS CloudFormation, AWS CloudTrail, Amazon CloudWatch, AWS Systems Manager, AWS Config, AWS Control Tower, AWS Trusted Advisor, AWS Compute Optimizer, AWS Health, AWS Launch Wizard, AWS License Manager, AWS Organizations, AWS Resource Groups and Tag Editor, AWS Service Catalog, and AWS Well-Architected Tool. Each service is explained in detail, and you will be guided through practical hands-on demos to solidify your understanding of how to effectively manage your AWS environment.
Machine Learning
This section introduces you to the exciting world of AWS machine learning services, enabling you to leverage AI and ML to solve complex problems. Learn about services like Amazon Comprehend, Amazon Kendra, Amazon Lex, Amazon Polly, Amazon Rekognition, Amazon SageMaker, Amazon Textract, Amazon Transcribe, and Amazon Translate. Each service is explained in detail, and you will be guided through practical hands-on demos to solidify your understanding of their capabilities and applications.
Migration and Transfer
This section provides guidance on migrating and transferring data and applications to the AWS Cloud. Learn about services like AWS Application Discovery Service, AWS Application Migration Service, AWS Database Migration Service, AWS Migration Hub, AWS Schema Conversion Tool (AWS SCT), AWS Snow Family, and AWS Transfer Family. You will gain insights into the different migration strategies and the tools available to streamline your cloud migration.
Networking and Content Delivery
This section delves into the essential aspects of AWS networking and content delivery. Learn about Amazon VPC, the foundation of AWS networking, Amazon Route 53 for DNS management, Amazon API Gateway for managing APIs, Amazon CloudFront for content delivery, AWS Global Accelerator for optimizing global network performance, AWS Site-to-Site VPN, AWS Client VPN, and AWS Direct Connect for hybrid connectivity. Each service is explained in detail, and you will be guided through practical hands-on demos to solidify your understanding.
Security, Identity, and Compliance
This section is dedicated to the critical aspects of security, identity, and compliance within the AWS Cloud. You will explore services like AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), AWS IAM Identity Center (AWS Single Sign-On), AWS Key Management Service (AWS KMS), AWS Certificate Manager (ACM), AWS Secrets Manager, AWS Web Application Firewall (WAF), AWS Shield, AWS Firewall Manager, AWS Network Firewall, AWS Artifact, AWS Resource Access Manager (AWS RAM), AWS Audit Manager, AWS CloudHSM, Amazon Cognito, Amazon Detective, AWS Directory Service, Amazon GuardDuty, Amazon Inspector, and AWS Security Hub. Each service is explained in detail, and you will be guided through practical hands-on demos to solidify your understanding of how to effectively manage security, identity, and compliance in your AWS environment.
Serverless
This section introduces the exciting world of serverless computing on AWS. Learn about AWS Lambda, a serverless compute service that allows you to run code without provisioning or managing servers. You will explore the benefits of serverless computing, understand the different ways to use Lambda, and be guided through hands-on demos to experience the ease and scalability of serverless applications.
Storage
This section explores the comprehensive storage services offered by AWS, empowering you to store and manage data effectively. You will learn about Amazon S3, a highly scalable and durable object storage service, Amazon EBS for persistent storage volumes attached to EC2 instances, AWS Backup for managing backups, Amazon EFS for shared file systems, AWS Elastic Disaster Recovery for replicating data, AWS Storage Gateway for connecting on-premises storage to AWS, Amazon S3 Glacier for archival storage, and Amazon FSx for high-performance file systems. Each service is explained in detail, and you will be guided through practical hands-on demos to solidify your understanding of their capabilities and applications.
Practice Questions
This section provides you with a comprehensive set of practice questions to test your understanding of the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam content. You will work through a variety of multiple-choice questions, covering all the key topics and concepts discussed throughout the course. This section helps you solidify your knowledge and prepare for the exam with confidence.