Overview

This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this course, you'll explore AWS networking, compute, and IAM architecture. You’ll learn how to configure and manage key services such as VPC, EC2, IAM, and Elastic Load Balancing (ELB). Topics like VPC peering, security groups, network configuration, and VPN setup will also be covered. The course offers hands-on labs where you'll implement real-world AWS solutions, including EC2 instance management, VPC setup, IAM configurations, and DNS services like Route 53. You will also learn to manage security with IAM policies, multi-factor authentication, and encryption best practices. This course is ideal for cloud architects, network engineers, and IT professionals aiming to build secure, scalable cloud infrastructures. By the end of the course, you will be able to design secure AWS architectures, manage VPCs and EC2 instances, implement IAM policies, and configure autoscaling and load balancing.

Syllabus

Solutions Architect Chapter 3 - Virtual Private Cloud (VPC)

In this module, we will introduce you to the AWS Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), covering the creation of isolated networks, the use of Elastic IPs, and advanced concepts like VPC peering and security group management to ensure secure and scalable network designs.

Solutions Architect Chapter 4 - Compute Services Design

In this module, we will dive into AWS Compute Services, focusing on EC2 instance types, pricing, and storage options like EBS. We’ll also cover how to design efficient compute solutions that scale with your needs and budget.

Solutions Architect Chapter 5 - Compute Services Implementation

In this module, we’ll walk you through hands-on labs where you’ll learn how to launch and configure EC2 instances, understand instance tenancy options, and explore the creation and use of AMIs for scalable cloud environments.

Solutions Architect Chapter 6 - Compute Services Management

In this module, we will focus on EC2 management practices, from connecting and securing instances to utilizing services like AWS Batch and Elastic Container Service (ECS) to optimize compute resources for complex applications.

Solutions Architect Chapter 7 - Identity and Access Management (IAM)

In this module, we will cover the essential aspects of IAM in AWS, from managing user permissions and authentication methods to applying security best practices for a robust and secure AWS environment.

Solutions Architect Chapter 8 - IAM Best Practices

In this module, we will explore practical IAM best practices, including secure user account management, enforcing password and credential policies, and using monitoring tools like CloudTrail and AWS Control Tower for auditing and compliance.

Solutions Architect Chapter 9 - Autoscaling Solutions

In this module, we will explore AWS Autoscaling solutions, including setting up autoscaling groups, configuring termination policies, and using ELB to optimize performance and fault tolerance for your scalable applications.

Solutions Architect Chapter 10 - Virtual Network Services

In this module, we will introduce you to essential virtual network services in AWS, including DNS configuration with Route 53, network security using ACLs and NACLs, and traffic monitoring using flow logs to ensure secure and efficient network operations.