AWS Basics Online Course

AWS Basics Online Course

This course is designed to guide you from the basics of IT to mastering cloud computing with AWS. It introduces fundamental concepts like computer architecture, networking, and data storage, and demonstrates how these apply in the cloud environment. Through interactive lessons and hands-on labs, you will gain practical experience with AWS tools, including EC2, S3, IAM, and Lambda. Advanced topics like serverless computing, container orchestration, and DevOps practices are also covered to prepare you for real-world cloud deployments and AWS certifications.

Key Benefits

• Learn core IT principles and their application in cloud computing.
• Gain hands-on experience managing AWS resources through practical labs.
• Master AWS services like EC2, S3, and IAM to enhance your technical expertise.
• Explore advanced cloud concepts such as serverless architecture, containerization, and automated deployments.
• Build a solid foundation for AWS certifications and cloud computing careers.

Target Audience

• Individuals new to IT or cloud computing.
• Professionals looking to upskill for roles in cloud technology.
• Students seeking to develop technical proficiency in AWS.
• Candidates preparing for AWS certifications.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the basic p0rinciples of IT and how they relate to cloud computing.
• Learn to create, manage, and optimize AWS resources.
• Develop skills to deploy serverless applications and automate deployments.
• Understand key AWS services and their use cases.
• Build expertise in managing costs, ensuring security, and scaling cloud applications.

Course Outline

The AWS Basics Exam covers the following topics - 

Module 1 - Introduction to AWS for Beginners

• Overview of the course content and structure.
• Setting up essential tools like Visual Studio Code.
• Clarifying the target audience and course objectives.
• Highlighting optional content for streamlined learning.

Module 2 - IT (Information Technology) Fundamentals

• Detailed breakdown of basic IT concepts.
• Understanding how computers work, including CPU and RAM.
• Learning about data storage systems and file structures.
• Exploring the organization of operating system file systems.
• Basics of Local Area Networks (LANs) and internet communication.
• Examining server-client relationships.

Module 3 - Introduction to Cloud Computing and AWS

• Exploring the differences between traditional IT and cloud computing.
• Learning about AWS and its market significance.
• Understanding AWS’s global infrastructure with regions and availability zones.
• Hands-on practice in setting up a free-tier AWS account.

Module 4 - AWS IAM (Identity and Access Management)

• Quick overview of the AWS management console.
• Adding extra security to accounts using Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
• Deep dive into IAM for access control.
• Hands-on creation of IAM users and budget setups for cost control.

Module 5 - Amazon EC2 (Elastic Cloud Computing)

• Introduction to EC2 and its architecture.
• Hands-on practice in launching EC2 instances and configuring websites.
• Learning secure connection methods like SSH and AWS Instant Connect.
• Managing security group rules and setting up auto-scaling groups.
• Exploring Elastic Load Balancers (ELBs) and testing scaling policies.

Module 6 - AWS Storage (S3 - Simple Storage Service)

• Overview of Amazon S3 and its usage.
• Creating and managing S3 buckets for storage.
• Hosting static websites on S3 and practicing cleanup operations.

Module 7 - AWS Database Services (RDS & DynamoDB)

• Introduction to relational and non-relational databases.
• Detailed exploration of DynamoDB with hands-on table creation and data entry.

Module 8 - Containers on AWS (ECS - Elastic Container Services)

• Understanding container services and their role in modern applications.
• Primer on Docker, virtualization, and AWS Fargate.
• Launching and managing containerized services with AWS ECS.

Module 9 - Serverless Computing and AWS API Gateway

• Introduction to AWS Lambda and its applications.
• Hands-on practice in building Lambda functions and automating workflows.
• Creating REST APIs with AWS API Gateway and Lambda integrations.

Module 10 - AWS Automation: DevOps and IaC

• Deep dive into Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for resource management.
• Practical exercises in creating and deploying CloudFormation templates.
• Introduction to DevOps and Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD).
• Full automation using AWS tools like Elastic Beanstalk and CodePipeline.
• Hands-on experience with AWS CDK (Cloud Development Kit) for modern IaC.

Module 11 - Your Next AWS Steps

• Guidance on AWS certification paths.
• Recommendations for continuing your AWS journey.