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AWS Certified Solutions Architect: Optimizing AWS Solutions

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AWS Certified Solutions Architect: Optimizing AWS Solutions

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Advanced level

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7 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Advanced level

Recommended experience

7 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Design high-performing AWS architectures aligned with operational objectives.

  • Implement effective deployment strategies to optimize cloud environments.

  • Apply best practices to improve AWS cost efficiency and performance.

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May 2026

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9 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional Exam Guide Specialization
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There are 9 modules in this course

This module explores strategies for designing cloud solutions that achieve specific performance goals. Learners will examine best practices for selecting containers, functions, databases, and network architectures to optimize workload performance. By the end, you'll be equipped to make informed architectural decisions tailored to diverse application requirements.

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1 video5 readings1 assignment

This module explores various AWS deployment services and strategies, including App Runner, CodeDeploy, CloudFormation, and EKS. Learners will gain practical knowledge of infrastructure as code (IaC) tools and best practices for deploying and managing scalable applications in the cloud.

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1 video7 readings1 assignment

This module explores strategies for optimizing cloud costs on AWS, including the use of Spot Instances, selecting appropriate database solutions, and leveraging AWS tools for cost evaluation and reporting. Learners will gain practical skills to guide cost-efficient migrations and monitor ongoing expenses effectively.

What's included

1 video5 readings1 assignment

This module explores strategies for enhancing operational efficiency and reliability within AWS environments. Learners will discover how to clarify team responsibilities, identify operational gaps, mitigate deployment risks, and implement continuous improvements to support evolving business needs.

What's included

1 video6 readings1 assignment

This module explores key strategies for enhancing the reliability of AWS workloads, including managing environmental constraints, preventing overlapping network addresses, and eliminating single points of failure. Learners will also discover how to adapt systems to change by reviewing and updating monitoring metrics and processes. By the end, you will be equipped with practical approaches to ensure robust and resilient cloud architectures.

What's included

1 video5 readings1 assignment

This module guides learners through the process of enhancing workload performance on AWS by identifying bottlenecks, recommending targeted solutions, and leveraging proven architectural patterns. Participants will gain practical skills in diagnosing issues and implementing improvements to meet service level agreements and optimize customer satisfaction.

What's included

1 video4 readings1 assignment

This module guides learners through essential AWS security practices, including auditing for least privilege, managing secrets, and implementing robust data protection strategies. You will explore how to secure workloads at every layer, utilize encryption, and leverage AWS Security Hub for proactive threat detection and response. By the end, you'll be equipped to enhance the security posture of your AWS environments.

What's included

1 video10 readings1 assignment

This module explores effective deployment strategies using AWS, focusing on infrastructure provisioning, automation, and the use of deployment services. Learners will discover how to implement infrastructure as code, automate application builds, and evaluate various deployment and rollback techniques to enhance reliability and efficiency.

What's included

1 video5 readings1 assignment

This module delves into practical strategies for identifying and leveraging cost optimization opportunities within enterprise organizations. Learners will explore governance practices, cost control mechanisms, and the effective use of tagging services and tools to manage expenses. By the end, you will be equipped to implement best practices for sustainable cost management.

What's included

1 video1 reading1 assignment

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