Introduction to Cloud Computing Training

Duration: 2 days
Labs: Yes
Language: English
Level: Foundation

In this cloud computing training, you will evaluate and assess the business and technical benefits of cloud computing. Additionally, you will gain the foundational knowledge to analyze cloud applications for use in your organization and learn how cloud computing can supply efficient solutions to technical, business, and administrative challenges.

This introduction to cloud computing course includes 12 hours of ILT (Instructor-Led Training) or VILT (Virtual Instructor-Led Training) presented by a real-world cloud computing expert instructor.

Cloud Computing Training Delivery Methods

In-Person
Online

Cloud Computing Training Course Information

In this Introduction to Cloud Computing Training course, you will learn how to:
- Exploit the benefits of the modern cloud services such as data warehouses and analytics.
- Explore the services provided by the leading cloud providers.
- Apply tips and best practices when adopting and migrating to the cloud.
- Leverage continued support with after-course one-on-one instructor coaching and computing sandbox.
Prerequisites

Before trying this course, attendees should have:
- Working knowledge of internet technologies.
- A background in cloud computing is not needed.

Cloud Computing Training Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Cloud Computing

Defining cloud computing

Services provided by the Cloud
Differentiating types of clouds: public, private, and hybrid

Delivering services from the cloud

Categorizing service types
Comparing vendor cloud products: Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and others

Key drivers of cloud computing solutions

Instantaneous provisioning of computing resources
Tapping into unlimited storage capacity
Cost-effective pay-as-you-use billing models

Evaluating barriers to cloud computing

Handling sensitive data
Aspects of cloud security
Assessing governance solutions

Module 2: Cloud Computing Infrastructure

Virtualization

Virtualization benefits and costs
Creating VMs (Virtual Machines) in the Cloud

Managing Networking in the Cloud

Cloud regions and zones
Securing networks in the Cloud

Enabling technologies

Accessing the Cloud – console access and command-line
REST services
Defining APIs for Cloud development and migration

Accessing IaaS

Provisioning servers on demand
Hosting websites on Virtual Machines
Tools and support for management and monitoring

Hosting and Migrating Containers in the Cloud

Packaging applications as containers
Hosting containers using Platform as a Service (PaaS)

Module 3: Cloud Storage and Databases

Managing Data Growth

Big Data – Volume, Velocity and Variety of data
Why NoSQL – alternatives to traditional databases
Why host data in the Cloud?
Choosing the right Cloud data platforms

Using Cloud NoSQL

Managing object storage
Hosting static websites using object storage
Other NoSQL platforms – document databases, columnar storage, and graph databases
Denormalizing relational data for data analytics performance

Deploying Relational Databases in the Cloud

Why host Databases using PaaS?
Deployment options for databases for High Availability and resilience
Autoscaling databases in the Cloud to meet demand

Hosting Data Warehouses in the Cloud

Enabling data analytics and machine learning using data warehouses
Exploring data warehouse hosting options
Deploying a data warehouse

Module 4: Migrating to the Cloud

Managing Cloud costs

Using Cloud Cost calculators
Payment options for Cloud
Managing risks of Cloud overspend

Architecting an Effective Cloud Solution

Applying business goals and constraints to choosing Cloud platforms
Using TOGAF best practices for Cloud deployment
Deploying Cloud Landing Zones
Design for failure to ensure High Availability

Securing the Cloud

The Shared Responsibility model for Cloud Security
Tools and techniques for securing data and applications in the Cloud
Security standards compliance

DevOps in the Cloud

Infrastructure as Code
Applying Agile principles to Cloud operations
Using DevOps tools in the Cloud

Cloud Adoption Strategies

Managing Cloud adoption risks
Best practices for Cloud adoption

Select Commercial or Government Pricing

$2,340

2-day instructor-led training course
Learning Tree end-of-course exam included
After-course computing sandbox included
After-course instructor coaching benefit

Would you like to take this course as a team?

Dec. 7 - 8 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EST

Virtual
Mar. 8 - 9 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EST

Herndon, VA or Virtual
Jun. 7 - 8 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EDT

Herndon, VA or Virtual
Sep. 7 - 8 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EDT

Herndon, VA or Virtual

$2,060

2-day instructor-led training course
Learning Tree end-of-course exam included
After-course computing sandbox included
After-course instructor coaching benefit

Would you like to take this course as a team?

Dec. 7 - 8 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EST

Virtual
Mar. 8 - 9 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EST

Herndon, VA or Virtual
Jun. 7 - 8 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EDT

Herndon, VA or Virtual
Sep. 7 - 8 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EDT

Herndon, VA or Virtual

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Course FAQs

Cloud computing is storing and accessing data using a network of remote servers hosted over the internet. Many organizations employ a hybrid cloud, meaning they use traditional on-premises data storage alongside private, third-party, or public cloud services.

Yes! The course presents the business advantages of the cloud and the technical benefits it can provide. The technical discussions are at a level that attendees with a business background can understand and apply. Where technical knowledge is needed, sufficient guidance for all backgrounds is provided to complete activities and achieve the learning objectives.

Yes! We know your busy work schedule may prevent you from getting to one of our classrooms, which is why we offer convenient online training to meet your needs wherever you want. This course is available in class and online.

Introduction to Cloud Computing Training

Cloud Computing Training Delivery Methods

Cloud Computing Training Course Information

Cloud Computing Training Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Cloud Computing

Module 2: Cloud Computing Infrastructure

Module 3: Cloud Storage and Databases

Module 4: Migrating to the Cloud

Live Instructor $2,340

Live Instructor $2,060

Course FAQs

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