Cloud Computing

Course Title: Introduction to Cloud Computing

Course Description:
This live class session course on Cloud Computing is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of cloud technologies and their applications. From the fundamentals of cloud computing to practical implementation, this course covers it all. Whether you are a beginner or have some prior knowledge, this course will equip you with the skills needed to leverage the power of the cloud.

Course Objectives:

1. Understand the fundamentals of cloud computing and its key concepts.
2. Explore different cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and deployment models (public, private, hybrid).
3. Learn to deploy and manage virtual machines on popular cloud platforms.
4. Discover containerization and container orchestration with Kubernetes.
5. Dive into cloud storage solutions and data management in the cloud.
6. Explore cloud security best practices and compliance considerations.
7. Hands-on experience with real-world cloud projects.
8. Gain insights into serverless computing and microservices architecture.

Course Outline:

Topic 1: Introduction to Cloud Computing

• 1: What is Cloud Computing?
• 2: Cloud Service Models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
• 3: Cloud Deployment Models (Public, Private, Hybrid)

Topic 2: Cloud Infrastructure and Virtualization

• 4: Virtualization Technologies
• 5: Creating Virtual Machines on AWS
• 6: Managing Virtual Machines on Azure

Topic 3: Containers and Kubernetes

• 7: Introduction to Containers (Docker)
• 8: Container Orchestration with Kubernetes
• 9: Deploying Applications with Kubernetes

Topic 4: Cloud Storage and Data Management

• 10: Cloud Storage Services (S3, Azure Blob Storage)
• 11: Database as a Service (DBaaS)
• 12: Data Backup and Recovery in the Cloud

Topic 5: Cloud Security and Compliance

• 13: Cloud Security Best Practices
• 14: Identity and Access Management (IAM)
• 15: Compliance and Governance in the Cloud

Topic 6: Advanced Topics

• 16: Serverless Computing (AWS Lambda, Azure Functions)
• 17: Microservices Architecture
• 18: Capstone Project and Course Review

Course Materials:

• Lecture slides, reading materials, and video recordings for each session.
• Hands-on labs and assignments for practical experience.
• Access to a dedicated Q&A forum for course-related questions.
• Capstone project guidelines and support.

Assessment:

• Weekly quizzes to test understanding.
• Participation in discussions and labs.
• Completion and presentation of the capstone project.

Certification:
Participants who successfully complete the course and meet the assessment criteria will receive a Certificate of Completion in Cloud Computing.

Target Audience:
This course is suitable for IT professionals, developers, system administrators, and anyone interested in gaining a solid understanding of cloud computing.

Prerequisites:
No prior experience with cloud computing is required, but basic familiarity with IT concepts is recommended.