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Day 0 - How to Become AWS Cloud Practitioner: Overview

Welcome to AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials

Are you ready to embark on a journey into the world of cloud computing with AWS? This course will take you step-by-step through foundational AWS concepts, services, and strategies to help you build a solid understanding of the AWS ecosystem and prepare for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam.

The course consists of 11 modules, each designed to enhance your knowledge with lessons, quizzes, and resources. By the end of this series, you’ll not only feel confident in your cloud computing skills but also be ready to ace the certification exam. Let’s dive into the structure of the course.

Course Structure

Module 1: Introduction to Amazon Web Services

Overview: Learn the basics of cloud computing and its importance in today’s digital landscape.

Key Topics: Introduction to AWS, the benefits of cloud computing, and its various deployment and service models.

Assessment: A quiz to check your understanding of the foundational concepts.

Module 2: Compute in the Cloud

Overview: Discover how AWS supports scalable computing needs.

Key Topics: Amazon EC2 instance types, pricing models, Elastic Load Balancing, and additional compute services like Lambda.

Assessment: Quiz to consolidate your knowledge of compute resources.

Module 3: Global Infrastructure and Reliability

Overview: Understand how AWS ensures global availability and resilience.

Key Topics: AWS Regions, Availability Zones, Edge Locations, and provisioning resources.

Assessment: Quiz on AWS’s infrastructure and reliability concepts.

Module 4: Networking

Overview: Explore AWS networking fundamentals.

Key Topics: Connectivity options, subnets, network access controls, and global networking solutions.

Assessment: Networking quiz to validate your learning.

Module 5: Storage and Databases

Overview: Learn about AWS storage and database services.

Key Topics: Amazon S3, Elastic Block Store (EBS), Relational Database Service (RDS), DynamoDB, and database migration services.

Assessment: Quiz to review storage and database topics.

Module 6: Security

Overview: Dive into AWS’s robust security measures.

Key Topics: Shared Responsibility Model, user permissions, compliance, and denial-of-service protection.

Assessment: Security quiz to reinforce key security practices.

Module 7: Monitoring and Analytics

Overview: Monitor your AWS environment effectively.

Key Topics: Tools like Amazon CloudWatch, AWS CloudTrail, and AWS Trusted Advisor.

Assessment: Analytics quiz to confirm your understanding.

Module 8: Pricing and Support

Overview: Understand AWS’s pricing models and support plans.

Key Topics: AWS Free Tier, cost management tools, and support options.

Assessment: Quiz on billing and support features.

Module 9: Migration and Innovation

Overview: Learn how businesses migrate to and innovate with AWS.

Key Topics: Migration strategies, the AWS Snow Family, and innovation frameworks.

Assessment: Migration quiz to evaluate your grasp of the material.

Module 10: The Cloud Journey

Overview: Discover architectural best practices.

Key Topics: AWS Well-Architected Framework and the benefits of cloud computing.

Assessment: Quiz to review cloud journey concepts.

Module 11: AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Basics

Overview: Get exam-ready with detailed preparation guidance.

Key Topics: Exam structure, strategies for success, and an overview of what to expect.

Final Assessment: A 30-question test to measure your readiness.

How to Make the Most of This Course

Each module includes videos, detailed explanations, and links to additional resources to enhance your learning. Quizzes are provided to test your understanding and reinforce key concepts. Make sure to review the explanations for each quiz to solidify your knowledge.

By following this structure, you’ll build a strong foundation in cloud computing and AWS services while preparing effectively for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam.

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