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This specialization provides comprehensive training for the AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional Exam (SAP-C02). It is divided into three courses that equip learners with the skills necessary to design and optimize complex AWS solutions. The first course, Advanced AWS Architecture: Identity, Networking, and Design, covers critical topics such as authentication strategies, designing secure networks, and meeting cost and security requirements.
The second course, AWS Certified Solutions Architect: Optimizing AWS Solutions, dives deep into enhancing performance, security, operational excellence, and cost efficiency.
The final course, AWS Cloud Migration and Modernization, focuses on the crucial aspects of migrating and modernizing existing workloads, leveraging AWS tools, and optimizing new architectures for the cloud.
Throughout the specialization, learners will engage with practical examples, case analyses, and skill-building exercises, reinforcing their ability to apply AWS principles to real-world scenarios. Whether optimizing cloud architectures or migrating legacy systems, this specialization provides a well-rounded foundation for becoming a proficient AWS Solutions Architect. Each course builds upon the previous one, ensuring a logical progression toward mastery of AWS's most complex and crucial functionalities.
This specialization is based on the book AWS Solutions Architect - Professional Exam Guide written by Patrick Sard and Yohan Wadia
Syllabus
- Course 1: Advanced AWS Architecture: Identity, Networking and Design
- Course 2: AWS Certified Solutions Architect: Optimizing AWS Solutions
- Course 3: AWS Cloud Migration and Modernization
Courses
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This course equips learners with advanced skills to optimize AWS solutions for performance, deployment, and operational excellence. Master the art of designing, implementing, and refining AWS cloud architectures to meet performance objectives and cost-efficiency goals. Through practical exercises, you'll gain expertise in optimizing AWS infrastructures, improving performance, and establishing effective deployment strategies. This course covers containerization, network selection, cost optimization, and best practices for deploying scalable AWS environments. What sets this course apart is its combination of theoretical knowledge and real-world applications, preparing learners to drive operational excellence and design cost-efficient solutions. Designed for cloud architects, IT professionals, and AWS practitioners, this course is for those seeking to elevate their skills in optimizing cloud infrastructures. This course is part two of a three-course Specialization designed to provide a comprehensive learning pathway in this subject area. Learners are encouraged to complete the full Specialization in order.
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This course focuses on developing expertise in migrating and modernizing workloads on AWS. You will learn to assess, plan, and execute successful cloud migrations while leveraging AWS's latest tools and architectural enhancements. Throughout the course, you will discover how to select workloads and processes suitable for migration, utilize AWS migration tools and services effectively, and design new cloud architectures to improve performance and scalability. Additionally, the course covers opportunities for modernization, such as adopting containers, serverless solutions, and purpose-built databases to ensure successful cloud adoption. What sets this course apart is its blend of theoretical knowledge with real-world applications, providing actionable insights that can immediately be applied in cloud transformation initiatives. This course is ideal for professionals seeking to enhance their cloud migration and modernization skills, particularly those involved in cloud architecture, DevOps, and IT infrastructure roles. Some prior experience in cloud computing and AWS is beneficial. This course is part three of a three-course Specialization designed to provide a comprehensive learning pathway in this subject area. Learners are encouraged to complete the full Specialization from start to finish for the best results.
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This course dives into the intricacies of AWS architecture, focusing on advanced strategies for authentication, networking, and multi-account environments. It equips learners with the skills to design secure, scalable, and cost-effective solutions tailored for complex organizations. The course covers vital topics such as identity and access management, network design, and strategies for managing AWS resources across multiple accounts. By the end of the course, learners will be able to navigate and implement authentication strategies, optimize network designs, and manage multi-account structures effectively. It provides practical insights into making informed architectural decisions that align with AWS best practices for complex business needs. What sets this course apart is its emphasis on real-world applications and scenarios, helping learners bridge the gap between theory and practice. The course presents hands-on examples, ensuring that learners gain expertise in solving real challenges in AWS environments. This course is ideal for professionals looking to deepen their expertise in AWS architecture, especially those involved in designing secure and efficient infrastructures. A basic understanding of AWS services is recommended to fully benefit from the course content. This course is part one of a three-course Specialization designed to provide a comprehensive learning pathway in this subject area. Learners are encouraged to complete the full Specialization.
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