Learn the fundamentals & benefits of cloud computing and how to migrate to AWS | Build a business case for AWS cloud

What you'll learn
Identify the value and advantages of the AWS Cloud
Recognize the valuable ways that the AWS platform can be used
Understand the robust security capabilities, controls and assurances in place to maintain data and network security
Articulate the financial impact the AWS Cloud can have on an organization's cost management
Formulate a business case for moving to the AWS Cloud
Plan your migration to the AWS Cloud
Requirements
This course is designed for non-technical professionals
Suitable for Cloud Computing beginners and AWS beginners
Absolutely no prior experience necessary
Description
In this course, you will learn the benefits of cloud computing, how cloud computing compares to traditional operating models, and how a cloud strategy can help you meet your business objectives. This course explores the advantages of cloud computing for your business and the fundamentals of Amazon Web Services (AWS), including financial benefits. This course will also help you to build your business case, identify migration options and introduce you to important compliance and security concepts.We use a highly visual and effective method of teaching cloud computing and AWS concepts using diagrams and animations. There are also many demonstrations so you can see how the AWS Cloud works and really understand the power of cloud computing.If you're considering how a cloud strategy can help take your business to the next level, this course is for you. Cloud computing changes the game - driving operational efficiency, lowering costs and accelerating innovation. Watch the intro video to learn how this course will help you gain an in-depth understanding of the business value of AWS. In this AWS Business Essentials course, the topics you'll learn include:Cloud Computing FundamentalsThe Definition of Cloud ComputingComparing Cloud Computing to Traditional ITCloud Computing Deployment Models Cloud Computing Service Models: IaaS, PaaS, SaaSScalability and ElasticityHigh Availability and Fault ToleranceIntroduction to Amazon Web Services (AWS)Overview of Amazon Web Services (AWS)AWS Global PresenceAWS Network TopologyAWS Pricing Models and SLAsNavigating the AWS Management ConsoleIntroduction to Key AWS ServicesAWS Compute - Amazon EC2AWS Storage - Amazon S3, Amazon EFS, Amazon EBSAWS Databases - Amazon RDS, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon RedShiftServerless - AWS LambdaAnalytics / Machine Learning - Amazon Kinesis, Amazon EMRBuilding HA/FT Applications on AWS - Amazon Elastic Load Balancing, Amazon EC2 Auto ScalingAutomation on AWS - AWS Elastic BeanstalkInfrastructure as Code - AWS CloudFormationThe Business Case for Cloud ComputingThe Key Business Benefits of Cloud ComputingEnterprise use cases for AWS Cloud ServicesBuilding a Business Case for CloudEstablishing Costs: The AWS Pricing CalculatorBusiness Models and ValueMigrating to the AWS CloudAWS Migration ToolsAWS Trusted AdvisorManaging and Operating in the CloudHigher-level Managed ServicesSecurity in the AWS Cloud How to avoid Vendor Lock-inWHAT DO OTHER STUDENTS SAY?Check out the excellent course reviews we've received from our happy students:"Always good to review the basics. First we learn to crawl, then we walk, eventually we learn to run. Well explained and well organized process of teaching""This course does an excellent job of introducing you to the world of AWS and exploring the business case for implementing this and other cloud solutions""Basics of cloud computing explained very elaborately. Concepts broken down into smaller appropriate courses making it easier to learn and stay engaged."MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORHi, my name is Neal Davis - I'll be your instructor for this course. Cloud Computing is my Passion - which is why I founded Digital Cloud Training - offering training resources that represent a higher quality standard than is otherwise available in the market. I created this course to help you understand the business benefits of cloud computing. I enjoy teaching on Udemy as it allows me to leverage my knowledge and hands-on experience that I have built over the last 20 years.Yes, I've been working in the Cloud space since its very inception!OUR SUCCESS IN NUMBERSOver 500,000 students enrolled in our AWS courses4.7 Star instructor ratings from over 80,000 reviewsOur students pass the AWS exam with an average score of over 85%Money-back guaranteeWe are totally confident in the value of this course which comes with a 30-day unconditional money-back guarantee. Get lifetime access now - risk-free!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Help and Support

Lecture 3 Meet your Instructor

Lecture 4 Course Download

Section 2: Cloud Computing Fundamentals

Lecture 5 Introduction

Lecture 6 The Definition of Cloud Computing

Lecture 7 Comparing Cloud Computing to Traditional IT

Lecture 8 Cloud Computing Deployment Models

Lecture 9 Cloud Computing Service Models

Lecture 10 Scalability and Elasticity

Lecture 11 High Availability and Fault Tolerance

Section 3: Introduction to Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Lecture 12 Introduction

Lecture 13 Overview of Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Lecture 14 AWS Global Presence

Lecture 15 AWS Network Topology

Lecture 16 AWS Pricing and SLAs

Lecture 17 Navigating the AWS Management Console

Section 4: Introduction to Key AWS Services

Lecture 18 Introduction

Lecture 19 AWS Compute

Lecture 20 AWS Storage

Lecture 21 AWS Databases

Lecture 22 Serverless

Lecture 23 Analytics / Machine Learning

Lecture 24 Building HA/FT Applications on AWS

Lecture 25 Automation on AWS

Lecture 26 Infrastructure as Code - AWS CloudFormation

Section 5: The Business Case for Cloud Computing

Lecture 27 Introduction

Lecture 28 The Key Business Benefits of Cloud Computing

Lecture 29 Enterprise use cases for AWS Cloud Services

Lecture 30 Building a Business case for Cloud

Lecture 31 Establishing costs

Section 6: Migrating to the AWS Cloud

Lecture 32 Introduction

Lecture 33 AWS Migration Tools

Lecture 34 AWS Trusted Advisor

Section 7: Managing and Operating in the Cloud

Lecture 35 Introduction

Lecture 36 Higher-level Managed Services

Lecture 37 Security in the AWS Cloud

Lecture 38 Avoiding Lock-in

Section 8: Final Thoughts

Lecture 39 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

Lecture 40 Bonus Lesson

IT business decision makers,Managers, Projects Managers and Consultants,Individuals who are new to working with AWS,Professionals who want to build a business case for AWS cloud,Anyone interested in learning about the benefits of cloud computing on Amazon Web Services (AWS)