Cloud Computing Fundamentals

Gain a solid understanding of cloud computing principles and practices. This tutorial introduces you to major cloud providers like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform. You will learn about core cloud services such as computing, storage, networking, and databases, and how to leverage them for building scalable and resilient applications.

Key topics include:

• Introduction to IaaS, PaaS, SaaS
• Virtual machines and containers in the cloud
• Cloud storage solutions (S3, Blob Storage)
• Basic cloud networking concepts

Types of Cloud Services

Cloud computing offers three main service models:

• Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS): Provides virtualized computing resources over the internet. E.g., AWS EC2, Azure Virtual Machines.
• Platform as a Service (PaaS): Provides a platform allowing customers to develop, run, and manage applications without the complexity of building and maintaining the infrastructure typically associated with developing and launching an app. E.g., AWS Elastic Beanstalk, Heroku.
• Software as a Service (SaaS): A method of software delivery that allows data to be accessed from any device with an internet connection and a web browser. E.g., Gmail, Salesforce.

Key Cloud Benefits

Migrating to the cloud offers several advantages:

• Scalability: Easily scale resources up or down based on demand.
• Cost-Effectiveness: Pay-as-you-go models reduce upfront infrastructure costs.
• Reliability: Distributed infrastructure ensures high availability and disaster recovery.
• Flexibility: Access resources from anywhere with an internet connection.

Embark on your cloud journey and revolutionize how you build and deploy applications!