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AWS Foundations & Cloud Architecture

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AWS Foundations & Cloud Architecture

This course is part of AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate Specialization

Instructor: Tom Carpenter

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Explain AWS cloud computing concepts, service models, and the global infrastructure, including regions, availability zones, and edge locations
Navigate the AWS Management Console and use the AWS CLI to interact with core AWS services
Identify the primary AWS service categories and describe their roles in cloud solution design

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This course is part of the AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate Specialization

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There are 4 modules in this course

Build the foundational cloud and AWS knowledge behind every architecture decision. Through the industry-proven lens of the AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C03) exam, you'll learn core cloud computing concepts, service models, and the history of AWS, then explore the AWS global infrastructure, including regions, availability zones, and edge locations. You'll survey the AWS platform and its service categories, including security and compliance, learn how to create a free AWS account, and navigate the AWS Management Console and CLI so you can start building cloud solutions.

Not planning to take the exam? These skills still apply on the job. Cloud skills are valuable across IT roles, from supporting cloud environments to designing them. Clear, expert instruction makes AWS approachable if cloud computing is new to you, so you finish able to explain AWS cloud concepts, describe the global infrastructure, and identify the core services used in solution design. No prior AWS experience is needed beyond basic networking and IT fundamentals.

This chapter is brief overview of the tips and tricks to taking the AWS SAA-C03 exam!

What's included

8 videos1 reading1 assignment

8 videosTotal 25 minutes

AWS Foundations & Cloud Architecture Introduction2 minutes
What is AWS?4 minutes
Why use AWS?2 minutes
How to Get Started with AWS5 minutes
AWS Certifications5 minutes
Preparation Resources2 minutes
Benefits of Certification2 minutes
AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate Overview5 minutes

1 readingTotal 2 minutes

AWS (SAA-C03) Exam Guide2 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 10 minutes

Introduction to AWS & Certification10 minutes

This chapter is brief overview of the tips and tricks to taking the AWS SAA-C03 exam!

What's included

8 videos1 assignment

8 videosTotal 47 minutes

What's New on the SAA-C03 Exam?10 minutes
AWS SAA-C03 Exam Objectives13 minutes
The Four Key Areas (Compute, Networking, Storage, and Databases)4 minutes
Master the Knowledge Areas5 minutes
Use the System5 minutes
Take Notes3 minutes
Be Mentally and Physically Prepared4 minutes
Take the Exam4 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 16 minutes

Preparing for the SAA-C03 Exam16 minutes

This chapter is a overview of all aws cloud services and platforms.

What's included

10 videos1 reading1 assignment

10 videosTotal 83 minutes

Cloud Computing Defined8 minutes
Benefits of Cloud Computing9 minutes
Cloud Computing Models6 minutes
History7 minutes
Platform6 minutes
Services, Part 110 minutes
Services, Part 28 minutes
Services, Part 316 minutes
Security and Compliance7 minutes
Regions and Availability6 minutes

1 readingTotal 2 minutes

AWS Cloud Services Overview Slide Handout2 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 24 minutes

AWS Cloud Services Overview Assignment24 minutes

Final graded assessment

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1 assignment

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Frequently asked questions

A: It covers cloud computing concepts, AWS history and global infrastructure, an overview of core AWS service categories, and using the AWS Management Console and CLI.

A: Basic networking and IT fundamentals; cloud computing awareness recommended.

A: The course includes about 2.5 hours of material: videos, quizzes, and optional assignments. How long it takes you depends on your starting knowledge and how you like to study, so here are some typical ranges. If you already have experience with these topics, you may finish in about 2 to 2.5 hours by skimming familiar lessons. If you have some background, plan on about 3 to 4 hours. If you are new to the topic, plan on about 4 to 5 hours, because you may want to rewatch lessons and review quizzes. At the recommended 5 to 6 hours per week, this works out to about 1 week. The course is self-paced, so you can rewatch any lesson as often as you need.

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