Amazon Web Services (AWS) for Cloud Solutions

Introduction:

In the rapidly evolving world of technology, cloud computing has become a cornerstone for businesses looking to innovate, scale, and improve operational efficiency. Amazon Web Services (AWS) stands as a leader in cloud solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services that cater to various needs, including computing power, storage, and machine learning. This course will provide participants with a deep understanding of AWS, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to leverage cloud technologies effectively for their organizations.

Course Objective:

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Understand the core concepts and services of AWS cloud computing.

• Gain hands-on experience with key AWS services, including EC2, S3, RDS, and Lambda.

• Learn best practices for deploying and managing applications in the cloud.

• Explore security and compliance considerations in AWS.

• Develop the skills needed to design and architect scalable cloud solutions.

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Cloud Computing

• What is cloud computing?

• Benefits of cloud solutions for businesses.

• Overview of AWS: History, global infrastructure, and market position.

• Hands-on: Setting up an AWS Free Tier account.

Module 2: Core AWS Services

• Overview of key AWS services: EC2, S3, RDS, and Lambda.

• Understanding Compute, Storage, and Database services.

• Hands-on: Launching a virtual server using Amazon EC2 and storing data in Amazon S3.

Module 3: Networking and Content Delivery

• Introduction to AWS networking: VPC, Route 53, and CloudFront.

• Setting up a Virtual Private Cloud (VPC).

• Hands-on: Configure a VPC and set up a CloudFront distribution for content delivery.

Module 4: Security and Identity Management

• AWS shared responsibility model.

• IAM: Identity and Access Management best practices.

• Data encryption and compliance standards in AWS.

• Hands-on: Configure IAM roles and policies for secure access management.

Module 5: Monitoring and Management Tools

• Overview of AWS management tools: CloudWatch, CloudTrail, and AWS Config.

• Understanding resource monitoring and optimization.

• Hands-on: Set up monitoring and alerts for AWS resources using CloudWatch.

Module 6: Serverless Computing with AWS Lambda

• Introduction to serverless architecture.

• Understanding AWS Lambda functions and event-driven computing.

• Hands-on: Create and deploy a simple serverless application using AWS Lambda.

Module 7: Data Management and Analytics

• Overview of data storage solutions: RDS, DynamoDB, and Redshift.

• Introduction to AWS analytics services: Athena, EMR, and QuickSight.

• Hands-on: Set up a database using RDS and run queries using Amazon Athena.

Module 8: Designing Scalable Architectures

• Principles of cloud architecture design: Scalability, fault tolerance, and availability.

• Best practices for deploying applications on AWS.

• Hands-on: Design a scalable architecture for a web application using AWS services.

Module 9: Cost Management and Optimization

• Understanding AWS pricing models and cost management tools.

• Strategies for optimizing AWS costs and resource usage.

• Hands-on: Analyze cost reports and set budgets using AWS Budgets.

Module 10: Course Wrap-Up and Certification Preparation

• Review of key concepts covered in the course.

• Preparing for AWS certification: Exam structure and study resources.

• Final assessment: Participants will present a cloud solution design based on a real-world scenario.

• Q&A session to clarify doubts and explore additional AWS resources.

Course Duration:

20 hours of instructor-led or self-paced learning.

Target Audience:

IT professionals, developers, system administrators, and business leaders interested in leveraging AWS cloud solutions for their organizations.