Cloud Computing Essentials
Professional Workshop, Corporate Training Programs, 2024
Workshop Overview
Cloud Computing Essentials is an intensive workshop designed to provide IT professionals with comprehensive knowledge of cloud computing concepts, services, and practical implementation strategies. This workshop covers major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and prepares participants to leverage cloud technologies effectively in their organizations.
Workshop Details
- Duration: 6 weeks (5 hours per week)
- Format: Hybrid (Theory + Hands-on Labs)
- Level: Intermediate
- Prerequisites: Basic IT infrastructure knowledge, networking fundamentals
- Certification: Cloud Computing Essentials Certificate
Target Audience
- IT Managers and Decision Makers
- System Administrators
- Network Engineers
- DevOps Engineers
- IT Consultants
- Anyone planning cloud migration or adoption
Learning Objectives
Participants will gain the ability to:
- Understand cloud computing models and services
- Compare major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Design cloud architectures for various use cases
- Implement security and compliance in the cloud
- Optimize cloud costs and performance
- Plan and execute cloud migration strategies
- Leverage cloud services for business value
Comprehensive Curriculum
Week 1: Cloud Computing Fundamentals
Session 1: Introduction to Cloud Computing
Topics:
- What is cloud computing?
- History and evolution of cloud
- Benefits and challenges
- Cloud deployment models (Public, Private, Hybrid, Multi-cloud)
- Cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
Key Concepts:
- On-demand self-service
- Broad network access
- Resource pooling
- Rapid elasticity
- Measured service
Discussion:
- When to use cloud vs on-premises
- Cloud adoption trends
- Real-world cloud success stories
Session 2: Major Cloud Providers Overview
Topics:
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Microsoft Azure
- Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Other providers (IBM Cloud, Oracle Cloud, Alibaba Cloud)
- Comparison matrix
Hands-on:
- Create free tier accounts
- Navigate cloud consoles
- Explore service catalogs
Week 2: Cloud Infrastructure Services (IaaS)
Core Services
Compute:
- Virtual Machines (EC2, Azure VMs, Compute Engine)
- Auto-scaling and load balancing
- Container services (ECS, AKS, GKE)
- Serverless computing (Lambda, Azure Functions, Cloud Functions)
Storage:
- Object storage (S3, Blob Storage, Cloud Storage)
- Block storage (EBS, Managed Disks, Persistent Disks)
- File storage (EFS, Azure Files, Filestore)
- Storage tiers and lifecycle policies
Networking:
- Virtual Private Cloud (VPC)
- Subnets and routing
- Load balancers
- Content Delivery Networks (CDN)
- VPN and Direct Connect
Hands-on Labs:
- Launch and configure virtual machines
- Create and manage storage buckets
- Set up VPC and networking
- Implement auto-scaling
Week 3: Platform and Software Services
Platform as a Service (PaaS)
Topics:
- App hosting platforms
- Database services (RDS, Azure SQL, Cloud SQL)
- NoSQL databases (DynamoDB, Cosmos DB, Firestore)
- Message queues and pub/sub
- API management
Software as a Service (SaaS)
- Office 365, Google Workspace
- Salesforce, ServiceNow
- Integration with custom applications
Hands-on Labs:
- Deploy web application on PaaS
- Set up managed database
- Implement message queue
- Create API gateway
Week 4: Cloud Security and Compliance
Security Fundamentals
Topics:
- Shared responsibility model
- Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Multi-factor authentication
- Encryption (at rest and in transit)
- Key management services
- Network security (Security Groups, NACLs, Firewalls)
Compliance:
- GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2
- Data residency requirements
- Audit logging and monitoring
- Compliance frameworks
Security Best Practices:
- Principle of least privilege
- Regular security audits
- Automated compliance checking
- Incident response planning
Hands-on Labs:
- Configure IAM roles and policies
- Implement encryption
- Set up security groups
- Enable audit logging
- Use security scanning tools
Week 5: Cloud Architecture and Design
Architecture Patterns
Topics:
- Well-Architected Framework
- High availability and fault tolerance
- Disaster recovery strategies
- Microservices architecture
- Serverless architectures
- Hybrid cloud patterns
Design Principles:
- Scalability
- Reliability
- Security
- Performance efficiency
- Cost optimization
Case Studies:
- E-commerce platform architecture
- Data analytics pipeline
- Mobile app backend
- Enterprise application migration
Hands-on Exercise:
- Design architecture for given scenario
- Create architecture diagrams
- Identify single points of failure
- Plan for disaster recovery
Week 6: Cloud Migration and Cost Optimization
Migration Strategies
The 6 R’s:
- Rehost (Lift and Shift)
- Replatform (Lift, Tinker, and Shift)
- Repurchase (Move to SaaS)
- Refactor (Re-architect)
- Retire (Decommission)
- Retain (Keep on-premises)
Migration Process:
- Assessment and planning
- Proof of concept
- Data migration
- Application migration
- Testing and validation
- Cutover and optimization
Cost Optimization
Strategies:
- Right-sizing resources
- Reserved instances and savings plans
- Spot instances for flexible workloads
- Auto-scaling to match demand
- Storage optimization
- Monitoring and alerting
Tools:
- AWS Cost Explorer
- Azure Cost Management
- GCP Cost Management
- Third-party tools (CloudHealth, Cloudability)
Hands-on Labs:
- Perform cost analysis
- Set up cost alerts
- Implement auto-scaling
- Optimize storage costs
- Create cost allocation tags
Real-World Case Study: Government Cloud Migration
Project Overview
Migration of Ministry infrastructure to AWS cloud
Challenges:
- 81 websites on aging infrastructure
- Security and compliance requirements
- Budget constraints
- Skills gap in team
Solution Implemented:
- Phased migration approach
- Hybrid cloud during transition
- Comprehensive training program
- Security-first design
Results:
- 99.9% uptime achieved
- 30% cost reduction
- 50% performance improvement
- Enhanced disaster recovery
Lessons Learned:
- Importance of planning
- Training is critical
- Start with non-critical systems
- Document everything
Hands-on Projects
Project 1: Three-Tier Web Application
Deploy a scalable web application with:
- Web tier (load balanced)
- Application tier (auto-scaling)
- Database tier (managed database)
- Monitoring and logging
Project 2: Disaster Recovery Setup
Implement DR solution with:
- Multi-region deployment
- Automated backups
- Failover testing
- Recovery time objectives (RTO/RPO)
Project 3: Cost Optimization Analysis
Analyze and optimize cloud spending:
- Identify cost drivers
- Implement optimization strategies
- Set up cost monitoring
- Create optimization report
Tools and Technologies
Cloud Platforms
- AWS (primary focus)
- Microsoft Azure
- Google Cloud Platform
Infrastructure as Code
- Terraform
- AWS CloudFormation
- Azure Resource Manager
Monitoring and Management
- CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, Stackdriver
- Prometheus and Grafana
- ELK Stack
DevOps Tools
- Docker and Kubernetes
- CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI)
- Configuration management (Ansible)
Assessment and Certification
Evaluation Components
| Component | Weight |
|---|---|
| Weekly Quizzes | 15% |
| Hands-on Labs | 35% |
| Mid-term Project | 20% |
| Final Project | 30% |
Final Project
Design and implement a complete cloud solution including:
- Architecture diagram
- Cost estimation
- Security implementation
- Disaster recovery plan
- Migration strategy
- Documentation
Passing Criteria: 75% overall score
Workshop Outcomes
2024 Statistics
- Participants: 55
- Completion Rate: 89%
- Average Score: 83%
- Satisfaction Rating: 4.7/5
Career Impact
- 50% implemented cloud solutions at work
- 35% led cloud migration projects
- 40% pursued cloud certifications (AWS, Azure)
- 20% changed to cloud-focused roles
Participant Testimonials
“This workshop gave me the confidence to lead our organization’s cloud migration. The hands-on labs were particularly valuable.” - Mahmud R., IT Manager
“Excellent balance of theory and practice. The real-world case studies made concepts clear and applicable.” - Sadia A., System Administrator
“The instructor’s experience with government cloud projects provided unique insights you won’t find in books.” - Tanvir I., DevOps Engineer
Workshop Materials
Included Resources
- Comprehensive workshop manual (300+ pages)
- Lab guides with step-by-step instructions
- Architecture templates and diagrams
- Cost calculation spreadsheets
- Video recordings of all sessions
- Access to lab environment (3 months)
Recommended Resources
- AWS Well-Architected Framework
- Azure Architecture Center
- Google Cloud Architecture Framework
- “Cloud Computing: Concepts, Technology & Architecture” by Thomas Erl
Certification Preparation
This workshop prepares participants for:
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
- Google Cloud Certified - Associate Cloud Engineer
- CompTIA Cloud+
Instructor Credentials
- 6+ years IT infrastructure experience
- Hands-on cloud migration experience
- Managed multi-cloud environments
- Government and enterprise cloud projects
- Continuous learner of cloud technologies
Schedule and Investment
Upcoming Sessions
- Next Workshop: June 2025
- Schedule: Weekends (Saturday & Sunday)
- Time: 10 AM - 3 PM (with breaks)
- Duration: 6 weeks
- Class Size: Maximum 25 participants
Pricing
- Standard Rate: Contact for pricing
- Early Bird (30 days advance): 15% discount
- Corporate Packages: Custom pricing for teams
- Government/Non-profit: Special rates available
What’s Included
- All workshop materials
- Lab environment access
- Certificate of completion
- 3 months post-workshop support
- Alumni network access
Registration and Prerequisites
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of IT infrastructure
- Networking fundamentals
- Familiarity with Linux/Windows administration
- Laptop with internet connection
Registration Process
- Submit registration form
- Receive confirmation and payment details
- Complete payment
- Receive pre-workshop materials
- Set up cloud accounts (free tier)
- Attend orientation session
Post-Workshop Support
- Email Support: 3 months
- Office Hours: Monthly Q&A sessions
- Alumni Group: LinkedIn community
- Resource Updates: Ongoing access to updated materials
- Job Opportunities: Shared in alumni network
Contact and Enrollment
- Email: shuvokumarshill@gmail.com
- LinkedIn: shuvo-kumar-shill
- Medium: Cloud articles
- Website: shuvokumarshill.github.io
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need prior cloud experience? A: No, but basic IT infrastructure knowledge is helpful.
Q: Which cloud platform should I focus on? A: We cover all major platforms, but AWS has the most hands-on time.
Q: Will I be ready for certification exams? A: This workshop provides a strong foundation. Additional study is recommended for certification.
Q: Can I get corporate training for my team? A: Yes, we offer customized corporate training programs.
Q: Is the lab environment provided? A: Yes, you’ll have access to a lab environment plus free tier accounts.
Master cloud computing and drive digital transformation in your organization. Enroll today!
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