Deploy a Wordpress Website in AWS EC2 from Coursera

In this two hours project, you will learn how to use Amazon Web Services EC2 compute services to host and deploy a WordPress Website. WordPress is a world-class content management platform to create websites, blogs, e-learning systems, and others. Once you're done with this project, you will be able to deploy a WordPress website using AWS EC2 compute services in any AWS region you want with just a few steps.

Wordpress is one of the most used technologies for website creating, blogs, e-learning platforms and others.

Since Wordpress is a PHP based technology it could be deployed in many ways and in many platforms and AWS is one we can use for that.

AWS has Elastic Compute Cloud, EC2, a compute service where we can create customized virtual machines using many Windows or Linux flavors. It is perfect for we deploy a Wordpress website and take advantage of scalability and availability AWS offers.

Once you're done with this project, you will be able to deploy a WordPress website in any AWS region you want by using AWS EC2 virtual machines and perform it without huge tech experience.

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Teaches how to deploy a WordPress website using Amazon Web Services, which is a major cloud provider, in any region

Suitable for learners without technical experience

Taught by Rogerio Guimaraes who is a recognized expert in AWS

Develops proficiency in cloud computing using AWS EC2, which is an important skill for professionals in IT

Delivers hands-on experience through a project-based approach

Provides a thorough overview of WordPress, a popular content management system

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In-depth aws ec2 course

Learners say that this in-depth course is largely positive and explores many aspects of deploying a Wordpress website in AWS EC2. According to students, this course is very informative and has engaging assignments. However, one student mentions that they had difficulty connecting to the EC2 instance and were unable to complete some assignments.

Learners find this course very informative.

"Very informative course."

Touches on many aspects of AWS EC2

"This course is amazing and cover many aspects of AWS EC2 in a good use case."

One learner had trouble connecting to the EC2 instance.

"The EC2 instance is always not able to connect..."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Deploy a Wordpress Website in AWS EC2 with these activities:

Find a WordPress Mentor

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Finding a WordPress mentor will provide you with guidance and support from an experienced professional.

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Attend WordPress meetups and conferences
Connect with WordPress developers on LinkedIn
Ask for recommendations from your peers

Review EC2 Services

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Reviewing the basics of EC2 will help you fully comprehend the advanced concepts covered in this course.

Browse courses on EC2

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Review the EC2 documentation
Set up a basic EC2 instance

Solve WordPress Coding Challenges

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Solving WordPress coding challenges will hone your coding skills and deepen your understanding of WordPress.

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Find a collection of WordPress coding challenges
Solve the challenges using PHP and MySQL

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Create a Custom WordPress Theme

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Creating a custom WordPress theme will solidify your understanding of WordPress customization and extend the functionality of your site.

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Learn the basics of WordPress theme development
Design and develop your custom theme
Publish your theme to the WordPress repository

Career center

Learners who complete Deploy a Wordpress Website in AWS EC2 will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Web Developer

Web Developers are responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining websites. This course provides a foundation in deploying and managing WordPress websites using AWS EC2, giving you the skills to succeed in this field.

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Software Developer

Deploying and managing websites is a key responsibility for Software Developers. This course provides hands-on experience with deploying a WordPress website using Amazon Web Services (AWS) EC2 compute services, giving you the skills necessary to excel in this role.

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Cloud Engineer

Cloud Engineers design, build, and manage cloud computing systems. This course provides experience with deploying WordPress websites on AWS EC2, giving you the skills to excel in this role.

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Systems Administrator

Systems Administrators are responsible for maintaining and managing computer systems. This course provides a foundation in deploying and managing WordPress websites on AWS EC2, giving you the skills to succeed in this role.

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IT Manager

IT Managers are responsible for planning, implementing, and managing IT systems. This course provides experience with deploying WordPress websites on AWS EC2, giving you the skills to excel in this role.

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Network Engineer

Network Engineers design, build, and maintain computer networks. This course provides experience with deploying WordPress websites on AWS EC2, giving you the skills to excel in this role.

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Database Administrator

Database Administrators are responsible for managing and maintaining databases. This course provides a foundation in deploying and managing WordPress websites on AWS EC2, giving you the skills to succeed in this role.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts are responsible for analyzing business needs and developing solutions. This course provides experience with deploying WordPress websites on AWS EC2, giving you the skills to excel in this role.

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Project Manager

Project Managers are responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects. This course provides a foundation in deploying and managing WordPress websites on AWS EC2, giving you the skills to succeed in this role.

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Marketing Manager

Marketing Managers are responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating marketing campaigns. This course provides a foundation in deploying and managing WordPress websites on AWS EC2, giving you the skills to succeed in this role.

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Sales Manager

Sales Managers are responsible for leading and managing sales teams. This course provides experience with deploying WordPress websites on AWS EC2, giving you the skills to excel in this role.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers are responsible for creating and maintaining technical documentation. This course provides experience with deploying WordPress websites on AWS EC2, giving you the skills to excel in this role.

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Customer Success Manager

Customer Success Managers are responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction. This course provides a foundation in deploying and managing WordPress websites on AWS EC2, giving you the skills to succeed in this role.

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Consultant

Consultants provide advice and guidance to clients. This course provides experience with deploying WordPress websites on AWS EC2, giving you the skills to excel in this role.

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Educator

Educators are responsible for teaching and training students. This course provides a foundation in deploying and managing WordPress websites on AWS EC2, giving you the skills to succeed in this role.

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