Overview What You Will Learn Curriculum Instructor

Course Overview

Cloud engineering has become one of the most critical skill sets in today’s digital-first world. As organizations move their operations, data, and applications to the cloud, the demand for professionals who can design, secure, and optimize cloud environments continues to grow. This course provides a complete pathway into the field, blending foundational knowledge, hands-on technical practice, and strategic insights into how cloud platforms support innovation and digital transformation. 

This course begins with the fundamentals of cloud computing, including models such as IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and FaaS, alongside deployment models like public, private, and hybrid clouds. You will then dive into leading providers, AWS, Azure, and GCP, learning their core and advanced services through practical implementation. From there, the course explores networking, security, databases, monitoring, and application deployment with tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines. Advanced topics include cloud architecture design, multi-cloud strategies, and real-world case studies. Finally, the course prepares you for cloud certifications and career success, covering AI integration, 5G’s impact, and professional growth strategies. 

By the end of this course, you will gain the skills to confidently design, deploy, and manage cloud solutions, preparing you for certifications and real-world cloud engineering roles. 

What You Will Learn

  • The fundamentals of cloud computing, including cloud models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and deployment models (public, private, hybrid).
  • The role and responsibilities of a Cloud Engineer in designing, implementing, and scaling cloud solutions.
  • An in-depth understanding of the core services and features offered by major cloud providers: AWS, Azure, and GCP.
  • How to design and configure cloud networks, including VPCs, subnets, routing, load balancing, and auto-scaling.
  • Cloud security best practices, including identity and access management, network and application security, and compliance.
  • Cloud storage and database options, including object, block, and file storage, as well as relational and NoSQL databases.
  • Deploying and monitoring cloud applications using containerization, serverless computing, CI/CD pipelines, and performance monitoring tools.
  • Designing and implementing robust cloud architectures that ensure high availability, fault tolerance, and scalability.
  • Preparing for popular cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, and GCP Architect
  • Tips and strategies for exam success.

Program Curriculum

  • What is Cloud Engineering?
  • The Role of a Cloud Engineer
  • AI in Cloud Engineering
  • Key Cloud Providers: AWS, Azure, and GCP
  • Setting up Your Cloud Environment
  • Cloud Computing Concepts and Terminology
  • Section 1 Takeaways
  • Chapter 1 Quiz

  • Cloud Computing Models: IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and FaaS
  • Deployment Models: Public, Private, and Hybrid Cloud
  • Understanding Virtualization
  • Cloud Security and Compliance
  • Migrating Workloads to the Cloud
  • Chapter 2 Quiz

  • Introduction to Cloud Providers
  • Overview of AWS Services
  • Setting up an AWS Account
  • AWS Core Services: EC2, S3, RDS, and VPC
  • Implementing a Sample Application on AWS
  • AWS Advanced Services and Features
  • Chapter 3 Quiz

  • Overview of Azure Services
  • Setting up an Azure Account
  • Azure Core Services: VMs, Storage, SQL Database, and Virtual Networks
  • Implementing a Sample Application on Azure
  • Azure Advanced Services and Features
  • Chapter 4 Quiz

  • Overview of GCP Services
  • Setting up a GCP Account
  • GCP Core Services: Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, Cloud SQL, and VPC
  • Implementing a Sample Application on GCP
  • GCP Advanced Services and Features
  • Setting the Stage
  • Chapter 5 Quiz

  • Designing Cloud Networks: VPCs, Subnets, and Routing
  • Load Balancing and Auto-scaling
  • Cloud Security Best Practices
  • Identity and Access Management (IAM)
  • Network and Application Security
  • Chapter 6 Quiz

  • Cloud Storage Types: Object, Block, and File Storage
  • Cloud Databases: Relational and NoSQL Databases
  • Data Migration and Replication
  • Backup, Recovery, and Disaster Recovery
  • Performance Optimization and Database Management
  • Chapter 7 Quiz

  • Containerization: Docker and Kubernetes
  • Serverless Computing
  • CI/CD Pipelines in the Cloud
  • Application Performance Monitoring and Logging
  • Cost Optimization and Resource Management
  • Chapter 8 Quiz

  • Best Practices for Cloud Architecture Design
  • Design Patterns for High Availability, Fault Tolerance, and Scalability
  • Multi-cloud and Hybrid Cloud Strategies
  • Real-world Case Studies and Examples
  • Assessing and Optimizing Existing Cloud Architectures
  • Chapter 9 Quiz

  • How to Prepare for Cloud Certification?
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
  • Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
  • Study Tips and Resources
  • Chapter 10 Quiz

  • The Critical Importance of AI Skills and Knowledge
  • The Transformative Impact of Cloud on 5G Networks
  • Building a Cloud Engineering Portfolio
  • Networking and Community Involvement
  • Staying Up-to-date with Cloud Technologies
  • Tips for Job Interviews and Salary Negotiation
  • Professional Development and Growth Opportunities
  • Chapter 11 Quiz

  • Course Recap and Key Takeaways
  • Continuing Your Cloud Engineering Journey
  • Additional Resources and Learning Paths
  • Staying Connected with the Instructor and Fellow Students
  • Providing Feedback and Sharing Your Success Stories
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Instructor

Brian Newman

Brian Newman has worked for the three largest telecommunications companies in the US over the last 30 years. His experience has been in both wireless and wireline networks, focusing on deploying systems, improving operations, and transforming business processes. He has certifications from the Project Management Institute, Scaled Agile, and Verizon in Lean Six Sigma. In 1998, he received a US Patent #5,835,907. Newman sees 5G as genuinely transformational and is involved in building 5G networks with the right infrastructure from Day 1.

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