Cloud Computing Fundamentals
Description
Introduction to cloud computing concepts, service models, deployment models, and the value proposition of cloud technologies for modern business operations.
Learning Objectives
Learners will understand the fundamental concepts of cloud computing including Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS) models. They will comprehend the differences between public, private, and hybrid cloud deployments, understand the benefits of cloud computing such as scalability, elasticity, and cost-effectiveness, and be able to identify appropriate cloud solutions for various business scenarios.
Topics (8)
Understanding different cloud deployment models, their benefits, challenges, and appropriate use cases for various organizational needs.
Introduction to cloud security concepts including shared responsibility model, data encryption, identity management, and compliance considerations.
Overview of migration strategies including lift-and-shift, re-platforming, re-architecting, and factors to consider when planning cloud migrations.
Overview of cloud computing history, key characteristics like on-demand self-service, broad network access, resource pooling, rapid elasticity, and measured service.
Detailed explanation of IaaS providing virtualized computing resources, PaaS offering development platforms, and SaaS delivering complete applications over the internet.
Comprehensive analysis of cloud benefits including cost reduction, scalability, flexibility, and innovation acceleration, along with challenges like security concerns, compliance requirements, and vendor lock-in.
Detailed comparison covering capital expenditure vs operational expenditure models, scalability differences, maintenance responsibilities, and total cost of ownership considerations.
Exploration of different cloud pricing strategies, cost optimization techniques, and understanding how to calculate total cost of ownership for cloud solutions.