Infrastructure as a Service (SaaS) allows users to provision processing, storage, networks, and other fundamental computing resources which then allows them to deploy and run arbitrary software, which can include operating systems and applications. Students will learn how to provision, deploy and manage operating systems, storage, and deployed applications as well as virtual networking components such as switches, routers, and firewalls in a cloud environment accessible remotely through a network.
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
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Infrastructure as a Service (SaaS) allows users to provision processing, storage, networks, and other fundamental computing resources which then allows them to deploy and run arbitrary software, which can include operating systems and applications. Students will learn how to provision, deploy and manage operating systems, storage, and deployed applications as well as virtual networking components such as switches, routers, and firewalls in a cloud environment accessible remotely through a network.
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
Infrastructure as a Service (SaaS) allows users to provision processing, storage, networks, and other fundamental computing resources which then allows them to deploy and run arbitrary software, which can include operating systems and applications. Students will learn how to provision, deploy and manage operating systems, storage, and deployed applications as well as virtual networking components such as switches, routers, and firewalls in a cloud environment accessible remotely through a network.
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Use concepts of cloud computing and cloud native applications to provision.
- Deploy and manage operating systems, storage, and deployed applications as well as virtual networking components such as switches, routers, and firewalls in a cloud environment accessible remotely through a network, using standard planning methodologies to meet identified business and/or consumer needs.
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Module 1: Introduction to Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
Welcome to Cloud: Infrastructure as a Service! This module is the beginning of the journey into Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and starts by exploring terminology used in cloud computing, the key components of IaaS and a high-level overview of the top three providers offerings.
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Foundational iaas concepts & strategic insights
Offers valuable strategic perspective on cloud adoption.
Well-designed modules with a logical and accessible flow.
Builds a robust theoretical understanding of IaaS.
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Gather and organize course notes, readings, and assignments.
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Create summaries or mind maps to condense and retain key concepts.
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Use flashcards or spaced repetition techniques to actively recall information.
Review Virtualization Concepts
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Solidify foundational knowledge of virtualization technologies to enhance understanding of IaaS concepts.
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Virtualization
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Review definitions and principles of virtualization.
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Explore different types of virtualization, including Type 1 and Type 2 hypervisors.
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Practice setting up and configuring virtual machines using tools like VirtualBox or VMware.
Assist with Cloud Computing Events
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Community Involvement
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Attend cloud computing workshops or conferences as a volunteer.
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Assist with registration, technical support, or event coordination.
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Network with industry experts and learn about the latest trends.
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Cloud Networking Exercises
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Strengthen understanding of cloud networking components and configurations through hands-on practice.
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Configure virtual switches, routers, and firewalls in a cloud environment.
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Practice setting up and managing network security groups and access control lists.
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Troubleshoot common cloud networking issues, such as connectivity and routing problems.
Curate an IaaS Resource Database
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Organize and gather relevant IaaS-related resources to enhance accessibility and retention.
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Knowledge Management
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Collect tutorials, articles, documentation, and tools related to IaaS.
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Categorize and organize the resources based on topic or relevance.
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Create a shared online database or repository for easy access by others.
IaaS Case Study Discussion
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Gain insights from real-world IaaS implementations and use cases.
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Case Studies
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Participate in a group discussion or online forum on a specific IaaS case study.
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Analyze the challenges, solutions, and outcomes of the case study.
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Share lessons learned and best practices with other participants.
Design an IaaS Deployment Plan
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Develop a comprehensive understanding of IaaS deployment considerations and decision-making processes.
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Cloud Migration
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Identify business requirements and objectives for cloud migration.
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Research and compare different IaaS providers and service offerings.
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Design a detailed deployment plan, including resource allocation, security configurations, and migration strategies.
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Present the deployment plan to peers or instructors for feedback.
Contribute to an IaaS Project
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Deepen understanding of IaaS technologies while contributing to the open-source community.
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Open Source
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Identify an open-source IaaS project that aligns with course topics.
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Review the project documentation and codebase.
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Identify an area where you can contribute, such as bug fixing, feature enhancements, or documentation improvements.
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Make a pull request to the project repository.
Review and Organize Course Materials
Show steps
Enhance comprehension by organizing and reviewing course materials before engaging with the content.
Show steps
- Gather and organize course notes, readings, and assignments.
- Create summaries or mind maps to condense and retain key concepts.
- Use flashcards or spaced repetition techniques to actively recall information.
Review Virtualization Concepts
Show steps
Solidify foundational knowledge of virtualization technologies to enhance understanding of IaaS concepts.
Browse courses on
Virtualization
Show steps
- Review definitions and principles of virtualization.
- Explore different types of virtualization, including Type 1 and Type 2 hypervisors.
- Practice setting up and configuring virtual machines using tools like VirtualBox or VMware.
Assist with Cloud Computing Events
Show steps
Expand knowledge and connect with professionals in the field through hands-on involvement.
Browse courses on
Community Involvement
Show steps
- Attend cloud computing workshops or conferences as a volunteer.
- Assist with registration, technical support, or event coordination.
- Network with industry experts and learn about the latest trends.
Cloud Networking Exercises
Show steps
Strengthen understanding of cloud networking components and configurations through hands-on practice.
Browse courses on
Cloud Networking
Show steps
- Configure virtual switches, routers, and firewalls in a cloud environment.
- Practice setting up and managing network security groups and access control lists.
- Troubleshoot common cloud networking issues, such as connectivity and routing problems.
Curate an IaaS Resource Database
Show steps
Organize and gather relevant IaaS-related resources to enhance accessibility and retention.
Browse courses on
Knowledge Management
Show steps
- Collect tutorials, articles, documentation, and tools related to IaaS.
- Categorize and organize the resources based on topic or relevance.
- Create a shared online database or repository for easy access by others.
IaaS Case Study Discussion
Show steps
Gain insights from real-world IaaS implementations and use cases.
Browse courses on
Case Studies
Show steps
- Participate in a group discussion or online forum on a specific IaaS case study.
- Analyze the challenges, solutions, and outcomes of the case study.
- Share lessons learned and best practices with other participants.
Design an IaaS Deployment Plan
Show steps
Develop a comprehensive understanding of IaaS deployment considerations and decision-making processes.
Browse courses on
Cloud Migration
Show steps
- Identify business requirements and objectives for cloud migration.
- Research and compare different IaaS providers and service offerings.
- Design a detailed deployment plan, including resource allocation, security configurations, and migration strategies.
- Present the deployment plan to peers or instructors for feedback.
Contribute to an IaaS Project
Show steps
Deepen understanding of IaaS technologies while contributing to the open-source community.
Browse courses on
Open Source
Show steps
- Identify an open-source IaaS project that aligns with course topics.
- Review the project documentation and codebase.
- Identify an area where you can contribute, such as bug fixing, feature enhancements, or documentation improvements.
- Make a pull request to the project repository.
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