Foundations of Cloud Computing: Models, Platforms, Services, and Careers

Gain a deeper understanding of what cloud computing is: the benefits, services, options, and top platforms. Learn about securing your applications in the cloud, storage options available, and certifications that can advance your career in cloud computing.

Discover the benefits and challenges of cloud computing.
Explore the services of the big three cloud platforms.
Compare storage and security options available in the cloud.

Syllabus

Courses under this program:
Course 1: Cloud Computing: Understanding Core Concepts
-Migrating to the cloud? Get a general overview of cloud computing, including cloud security, planning, and governance, as well as public, private, and multicloud operations.

Course 2: Cloud Computing Terms Every Beginner Should Know
-This course simplifies common cloud concepts through a series of short, engaging videos designed to help build a strong foundation of cloud computing terminology.

Course 3: A Beginner's Guide to Public Cloud Options
-Discover the fundamentals of public cloud solutions, examining industry-leading public cloud platforms and the features and services offered by each.

Course 4: Cloud Computing: Understanding Private Cloud Options
-Discover the private cloud services and options provided by some of today’s leading private cloud platforms, including OpenStack, AWS, and Microsoft.

Course 5: Cloud Security Concepts: Services and Compliance
-Learn the basics of cloud security, its business case, how to identify your security requirements, and how to use the best tools, services, and software to meet those needs.

Course 6: Cloud Storage Concepts: Services, Cost Control, and Security
-Learn the basics of cloud storage, including how to plan cloud storage, estimate costs, and secure storage instances.

Course 7: Cloud Computing: Understanding Networking
-Explore the fundamentals of cloud networking, and learn about the networking services available for the top three cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, and Google.

Course 8: Cloud Concepts: Hybrid Cloud
-Discover the benefits of hybrid cloud. Explore cloud concepts, cloud vendors, and strategies for adopting and migrating to a hybrid cloud environment.

Course 9: Cloud Computing Careers and Certifications
-Interested in transitioning to a career in cloud computing? Explore potential career paths and the certifications that can help you accelerate your professional transformation.