Introduction to Cloud Computing
Course Description
Whether you need general cloud computing knowledge for school or business, or you are considering a career change, this beginner-friendly, self-paced course is right for you.
Discover the offerings of prominent cloud service providers AWS, Google, IBM, Microsoft, and others, and review cloud computing case studies. Learn about cloud adoption, blockchain, analytics, and AI. Next, explore cloud service models, including Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), Software as a Service (SaaS), and Public, Private, and Hybrid deployment models. This course demystifies cloud infrastructure components, including virtual machines, networking, and storage. You’ll gain foundational knowledge of Hybrid, Multicloud, Microservices, Serverless, DevOps, Cloud Native, Application Modernization, and cloud security and monitoring. You’ll also explore cloud computing job roles. After this course, check out the related courses to help you towards your new career as a cloud engineer, full stack developer, DevOps engineer, cybersecurity analyst, and others.
What You’ll Learn From This Course
- Define cloud computing and explain essential characteristics, history, the business case for cloud, and the emerging technologies enabled by cloud
- Describe the cloud service models- IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and cloud deployment models- Public, Private, Hybrid; explain cloud infrastructure components
- Explain emerging Cloud related trends including HybridMulticloud, Microservices, Serverless, Cloud Native, DevOps, and Application Modernization
- List and describe services of popular cloud platforms including AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, IBM Cloud, Alibaba Cloud, and others.
Attain a Professional Credential
- Elevate your professional stature by integrating this credential into your LinkedIn, resume, or CV
- Showcase your achievement on your social media networks and use it as a conversation starter in your performance review discussions.