AWS Cloud Essentials

This course is part of Mastering Cloud: Security, Optimization & Migration on AWS Specialization

Instructor: Edureka

Access provided by Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology

5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Understand cloud computing fundamentals and AWS’s global infrastructure.
Explore cloud service models, deployment types, and AWS core services.
Configure and manage an AWS account with security best practices.
Apply cloud concepts to real-world scenarios across industries.

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Assessments

17 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 5 modules in this course

AWS Cloud Essentials course introduces key cloud computing concepts and core AWS services. It covers deploying and managing applications on AWS, understanding the infrastructure, and applying best practices.

By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Discuss the fundamental components and services of AWS - Explain the importance of IAM in ensuring secure access to AWS resources - Implement and manage EC2 instances using AWS Management Console - Compare the performance characteristics and use cases of different AWS storage solutions This course is tailored for learners seeking jobs in cloud roles, such as Cloud Engineers, Architects, and AWS Solutions Architects, who are interested in mastering core AWS services. Prior experience with Cloud Computing and basic knowledge of Structured Query Language is recommended. Join us to explore the power of AWS cloud solutions and elevate your expertise in designing robust cloud solutions.

This module covers cloud computing models and AWS Global Infrastructure. Learners will explore cloud service and deployment models, AWS regions, availability zones, and edge locations. The AWS Free Tier will also be introduced to experiment with AWS services at no cost.

What's included

10 videos7 readings4 assignments4 discussion prompts

10 videos Total 37 minutes

Course Introduction 3 minutes
What is Cloud Computing? 3 minutes
Cloud Computing Service Models 3 minutes
Cloud Computing Deployment Models 4 minutes
Introduction to AWS 4 minutes
AWS Global Infrastructure: Region 5 minutes
AWS Global Infrastructure: Availability Zones 4 minutes
List of AWS Services 5 minutes
What is a Free Tier Account? 4 minutes
Signup an AWS Free Tier Account 3 minutes

7 readings Total 50 minutes

Welcome to AWS Cloud Essentials 10 minutes
Data Center and Virtualization 5 minutes
Service Comparison of AWS, Azure, and GCP 8 minutes
How to use Discussion Prompt 4 minutes
Miscellaneous AWS Global Infrastructure 5 minutes
AWS Free Tier FAQs 8 minutes
Summary: Getting Started with AWS 10 minutes

4 assignments Total 19 minutes

Practice Quiz: Exploring Cloud Computing 3 minutes
Practice Quiz: AWS Global Infrastructure 3 minutes
Practice Quiz: AWS Free Tier Account 3 minutes
Knowledge Check: Getting Started with AWS 10 minutes

4 discussion prompts Total 25 minutes

Introduce Yourself 10 minutes
Exploring Cloud Computing and AWS 5 minutes
Challenges and Best Practices of AWS Regions and AZs 5 minutes
Impact of AWS Free Tier 5 minutes

Learners will explore the essentials of AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), including users, roles, policies, and groups, which are the core parts of this module. Additionally, IAM-related services such as Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and the AWS Command Line Interface (CLI) will be introduced to manage AWS resources.

What's included

14 videos3 readings4 assignments3 discussion prompts

14 videos Total 59 minutes

What is Identity and Access Management (IAM)? 6 minutes
Creating and Managing IAM Users - User Creation 5 minutes
Creating and Managing IAM Users - User Verification 5 minutes
Create a New IAM User Group 3 minutes
Creating an IAM Role 5 minutes
IAM Policies - Elements 5 minutes
IAM Policies - Best Practices 4 minutes
Password Policies 5 minutes
Multi-Factor Authentication 3 minutes
AWS Single Sign-On 5 minutes
IAM Best Practices 3 minutes
Introduction to AWS CLI 3 minutes
AWS CLI Hands On 6 minutes
AWS CloudShell 3 minutes

3 readings Total 25 minutes

Creating Policies for New Users 10 minutes
AWS IAM Identity Center 5 minutes
Summary: IAM and AWS CLI 10 minutes

4 assignments Total 19 minutes

Practice Quiz: Identity and Access Management 3 minutes
Practice Quiz: IAM Miscellaneous Services 3 minutes
Practice Quiz: AWS CLI and CloudShell 3 minutes
Knowledge Check: IAM and AWS CLI 10 minutes

3 discussion prompts Total 15 minutes

Security Credentials for IAM Role 5 minutes
Limitations of MFA 5 minutes
Advantage of AWS CLI 5 minutes

Learners will explore computing concepts related to Amazon EC2, including instance management and AMI (Amazon Machine Image) handling. They will also examine EC2 storage options, Amazon FSx for file systems, and AWS Batch for batch processing. By the end of this module, learners will be able to efficiently manage and deploy computing resources on AWS.

What's included

16 videos4 readings4 assignments3 discussion prompts

16 videos Total 66 minutes

Amazon EC2 5 minutes
Amazon Machine Image (AMI) and Instance Types 5 minutes
Security Groups in AWS 4 minutes
Creating an EC2 instance - AMI and Key Pair 5 minutes
Creating an EC2 instance - Networking and User Data 5 minutes
Creating an EC2 instance - Instance Connect 5 minutes
Creating a Custom AMI 3 minutes
Amazon EC2 Instance Store 2 minutes
What is Elastic Block Store (EBS)? 5 minutes
EBS Volume Types 4 minutes
Attaching an EBS Volume Externally - Volume Creation 4 minutes
Attaching an EBS Volume Externally - Attaching with Instance 5 minutes
Elastic File System (EFS) 4 minutes
AWS Batch 3 minutes
Amazon FSx 5 minutes
Amazon FSx for Lustre 2 minutes

4 readings Total 34 minutes

Compute Virtualization 10 minutes
Networking Layer in EC2 7 minutes
Attaching an EFS Volume 7 minutes
Summary: Compute Services in AWS 10 minutes

4 assignments Total 19 minutes

Practice Quiz: Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud 3 minutes
Practice Quiz: Storage and File System in EC2 3 minutes
Practice Quiz: Miscellaneous Compute-Related Services 3 minutes
Knowledge Check: Compute Services in AWS 10 minutes

3 discussion prompts Total 15 minutes

Best Practices of Securing EC2 5 minutes
EBS Volume Types 5 minutes
Data Security using Amazon FSx 5 minutes

Learners will be introduced to Amazon S3, which covers essential topics such as bucket creation, policy management, versioning, and advanced features. They will also explore Cross-Region Replication, S3 storage classes, and Lifecycle Policies. By the end of this module, learners will be equipped to manage data on Amazon S3 securely and efficiently.

What's included

16 videos3 readings4 assignments3 discussion prompts

16 videos Total 69 minutes

Traditional Storage 3 minutes
What is Cloud Storage? 4 minutes
Different Storage Options on AWS 3 minutes
Overview of Simple Storage Service 3 minutes
Working on S3 and Bucket Policy 2 minutes
Creation of an S3 Bucket - Bucket Creation 4 minutes
Creation of an S3 Bucket - Hosting Website 6 minutes
Access Control List (ACL) 3 minutes
Versioning in Amazon S3 6 minutes
Cross-Region Replication (CRR) 5 minutes
Cross-Region Replication (CRR) - Demonstration 5 minutes
Amazon S3 Transfer Acceleration 5 minutes
Storage Classes on S3 6 minutes
Storage Classes on S3 - Demonstration 3 minutes
S3 Lifecycle Policy 6 minutes
AWS Backup 5 minutes

3 readings Total 35 minutes

Storage Use Cases 10 minutes
Storage Gateway 15 minutes
Summary: AWS Storage Options 10 minutes

4 assignments Total 19 minutes

Practice Quiz: Cloud Storage 3 minutes
Practice Quiz: Deep Dive into Amazon S3 3 minutes
Practice Quiz: Advanced Features of AWS Storage Solutions 3 minutes
Knowledge Check: AWS Storage Options 10 minutes

3 discussion prompts Total 15 minutes

Security Challenges related to Data Storage 5 minutes
Advantages of Amazon S3 5 minutes
Advantage of Cross-Region Replication (CRR) 5 minutes

This module is designed to assess an individual on the various concepts and teachings covered in this course. Evaluate your knowledge with a comprehensive graded quiz on Identity, Compute and Storage services in AWS.