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Foundations of Solution Architecture and Cloud Design

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Foundations of Solution Architecture and Cloud Design

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

Recommended experience

7 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Explore the key roles and responsibilities of a solutions architect in enterprise environments.

  • Apply design principles to create high-performance, cost-effective solutions.

  • Develop a DevOps and CloudOps mindset to improve collaboration and operational efficiency.

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October 2026

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6 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the Solutions Architect’s Handbook Specialization
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There are 5 modules in this course

This module explores the critical role of solutions architects in organizations, covering their responsibilities, collaboration with specialized architects, and how they engage with stakeholders to design and deliver effective solutions. Learners will gain insight into the technical and strategic aspects of solution architecture across different domains.

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1 video9 readings1 assignment

This module covers essential principles of solution architecture design, focusing on scalability, resilience, and security. Learners will explore how to build adaptable and cost-effective systems, ensure fault tolerance, and improve usability and accessibility. The content emphasizes practical strategies for designing systems that meet real-world demands.

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1 video7 readings1 assignment

This module provides an in-depth exploration of cloud migration strategies, including the 7 Rs (retain, retire, relocate, rehost, repurchase, replatform, and refactor), and the design of scalable cloud architectures. Learners will gain practical knowledge on how to analyze existing IT environments, optimize applications for cloud performance, and execute successful cloud migrations with minimal downtime.

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1 video12 readings1 assignment

This module explores various solution architecture design patterns such as microservices, SOA, and MVC, along with practical implementation strategies for scalability, maintainability, and performance optimization in real-world systems.

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1 video11 readings1 assignment

This module equips learners with the knowledge and skills to design and implement cloud-native architecture patterns, focusing on scalability, resilience, and efficiency. It covers various design patterns such as microservices, serverless, and reactive architecture, along with their practical applications and trade-offs.

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1 video11 readings2 assignments

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