AWS Technical Essentials – Ultimate Training

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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 comprehensive AWS training program, you will gain hands-on experience with core AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, and VPC. The course is designed to guide you through fundamental cloud computing concepts while empowering you with practical skills you can apply immediately. With a series of engaging lessons, you’ll master how to create, manage, and scale AWS resources efficiently. Throughout the journey, you'll start by setting up your AWS environment, diving into IAM and cloud security practices, and exploring essential compute and storage services. As you progress, you will build expertise in networking, configure Elastic Load Balancers, set up Auto Scaling, and understand the power of serverless architecture with AWS Lambda. Additionally, you’ll learn to use CloudWatch, Systems Manager, and other management tools to optimize your cloud infrastructure. The course is organized in a way that progressively builds your knowledge, offering a mix of theoretical explanations and practical labs. By working through real-world projects, you’ll implement best practices and gain confidence in using AWS at an enterprise level. Whether you're a beginner looking to understand cloud fundamentals or an IT professional seeking to expand your AWS skillset, this course is designed to meet your needs. By the end of the course, you will be able to create and configure AWS resources such as EC2 instances, VPCs, RDS databases, and S3 buckets. You will also have a deep understanding of IAM for access control, the best practices for managing AWS environments, and how to use AWS services to build scalable, cost-efficient applications.

Syllabus

Introduction

In this module, we will lay the foundation for your AWS journey by introducing you to the course structure, your instructor, and key cloud computing concepts. You’ll create your AWS account, secure it with Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and get hands-on experience with essential AWS services like EC2, RDS, and Lambda. By the end, you’ll have a solid understanding of AWS’s global infrastructure and its role in the cloud ecosystem.

Identity and Access Management (AWS IAM)

In this module, we will focus on AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) to ensure secure access and permissions across your AWS environment. You’ll learn how to manage IAM users, groups, and roles, configure policies, and use IAM security tools. Through hands-on labs, you'll gain practical experience in enforcing security measures and automating access management using AWS CLI, providing a strong foundation for secure cloud operations.

Amazon Simple Storage Service (Amazon S3)

In this module, we will introduce you to Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3), one of the most widely used storage solutions in AWS. You’ll learn about the different storage types and classes, and gain hands-on experience creating and configuring S3 buckets, enabling versioning, and implementing replication. By the end of the section, you will be able to set up S3 for static website hosting and manage your data storage with efficiency and security.

Amazon Virtual Private Cloud and Networking

In this module, we will explore Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) and the essential networking components within AWS. You’ll learn the basics of IP addresses, subnetting, and VPC creation, followed by hands-on labs where you'll design and implement a custom VPC, configure subnets, route tables, and Internet Gateways, and set up security using NAT Gateways and Security Groups. By the end of this section, you'll have a solid understanding of how to manage networking and security in AWS.

Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2)

In this module, we will introduce you to Amazon EC2 and its powerful capabilities for scalable cloud computing. You'll learn how to launch, manage, and secure EC2 instances, select the right pricing options, and configure storage solutions using EBS. Additionally, you'll explore Elastic Load Balancers and Auto Scaling to ensure your infrastructure can handle varying traffic loads. Through hands-on labs, you will automate tasks with AWS Lambda and gain practical experience optimizing your cloud environment.

Databases on AWS

In this module, we will explore the power of relational databases on AWS, focusing on Amazon RDS (Relational Database Service). You’ll learn how to deploy, manage, and scale relational databases in the cloud, with an emphasis on high availability and data protection through Multi-AZ deployments and backups. Hands-on labs will guide you through setting up RDS instances and read replicas to enhance your database performance and availability.

Management and Governance

In this module, we will dive into AWS Management & Governance tools that help streamline operations and maintain secure, optimized environments. You’ll gain hands-on experience with Amazon CloudWatch for monitoring resources, AWS Systems Manager for automating tasks, and AWS Secrets Manager for secure management of application secrets. Additionally, you’ll explore CloudTrail to track API activities, ensuring compliance and security across your AWS infrastructure.

Project Assignment

In this module, you will work through a comprehensive project based on The Vegan Studio, applying all the AWS services and principles you’ve learned throughout the course. The project covers everything from high-level design to resource management, including setting up VPCs, IAM roles, and Auto Scaling. You’ll also perform failover testing, configure RDS with Multi-AZ for high availability, and ensure resource efficiency by cleaning up at the end. This hands-on project is designed to reinforce your AWS knowledge and provide practical experience with critical cloud services.