Master cloud computing fundamentals, explore major platforms, and gain hands-on experience with cloud services, security, and deployment models.
Master cloud computing fundamentals, explore major platforms, and gain hands-on experience with cloud services, security, and deployment models.
This comprehensive introduction to cloud computing covers essential concepts and practical applications. Students learn about various service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and deployment options (public, private, hybrid). The course explores major cloud providers including AWS, Google Cloud, and IBM Cloud, while covering emerging trends like microservices, serverless computing, and DevOps. Through hands-on projects, learners gain practical experience deploying applications on IBM Cloud, preparing them for real-world cloud computing roles.
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What you'll learn
Understand cloud computing fundamentals and essential characteristics
Master different cloud service and deployment models
Explore major cloud platforms and their service offerings
Learn cloud infrastructure components and security principles
Gain practical experience with cloud application deployment
Understand emerging trends in cloud computing
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
PreRecorded video
Graded assignments, exams
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
Limited Access access
Shareable certificate
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There are 5 modules in this course
This comprehensive course introduces the fundamentals of cloud computing, covering essential concepts, technologies, and practical applications. The curriculum explores various cloud service models, deployment options, and major cloud platforms. Students learn about key components including virtualization, storage, networking, and security. The course also covers emerging trends like hybrid multicloud, microservices, and DevOps, while providing hands-on experience with IBM Cloud platform.
Overview of Cloud Computing
Module 1
Cloud Computing Models
Module 2
Components of Cloud Computing
Module 3
Emergent Trends and Practices
Module 4
Cloud Security and Monitoring, Case Studies, and Jobs
Module 5
Fee Structure
Instructor
Technology Education and Skills Development Leader at IBM
Rav Ahuja serves as the Chief Content Officer and Global Program Director at IBM Skills Network, where he leads curriculum creation, growth strategy, and partner programs. After earning his B.Eng. from McGill University and MBA from the University of Western Ontario, he co-founded Cognitive Class, an IBM initiative focused on democratizing access to in-demand technology skills. Based at the IBM Canada Lab in Toronto, he specializes in developing instructional solutions for AI, Data Science, Cloud Computing, and Cybersecurity. His impact on technology education is evidenced through his role as architect of numerous IBM Professional Certificates and instructor for over 35 online courses, including popular offerings like "What is Data Science?", "Introduction to Cloud Computing," and "Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)." His courses have reached hundreds of thousands of learners worldwide, with "What is Data Science?" alone enrolling over 638,000 students. His recent work includes developing new Generative AI courses and career guidance content for IBM's Professional Certificate programs, demonstrating his ongoing commitment to preparing learners for emerging technology careers
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