Migrating to the AWS Cloud from Coursera

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Week 1

Week 1 of this course introduces the concept of migration and some background material, and we also discuss the format that the rest of the course will follow. You learn about why migration is an important topic, different migration types, and the three-phase migration structure. You also learn about some tools that can help you with learn more about migrations and how to plan them (such as AWS Prescriptive Guidance).

Week 2

Week 2 dives into the assess phase of the migration structure. This week focuses on understanding and evaluating your current infrastructure. Tools such as AWS Migration Evaluator and AWS Migration Hub are crucial to this step of your migration, and discussions with your organization about your business needs for migrating are also critical. Additionally, you should take the time to learn about how your utilization in your on-premises environment translates to AWS services and tools.

Week 3

Week 3 focuses on the mobilize phase of the migration. This week, you learn about the methods and tools that are useful for building a refined migration plan. We discuss getting your team and applications ready for migration, look at services like AWS Application Discovery Service, and cover how the AWS Partner Network (APN) can help you establish your migration plan. To close this section, you learn about AWS Management and Governance, AWS Control Tower, and AWS Landing Zone—tools that can help you prepare for the actual work of migrating applications while also prioritizing security and dependability.

Week 4

In the final week of this course, you focus on the migrate and modernize phase of the migration structure. During week 4, you learn about migrating specific types of components and the services that assist with their migration: AWS Application Migration Service, AWS Database Migration Service, AWS DataSync, AWS Storage Gateway, and the AWS Snow Family. This week closes with some additional resources so that you can continue your self-paced study with AWS.

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Explores cloud migration through a three-phase process, providing practical guidance for planning and executing migrations to AWS

Covers tools, features, and services from AWS that assist in each phase of the migration process

Designed for individuals involved in migration planning and implementation, including those with varying levels of experience

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Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Migrating to the AWS Cloud with these activities:

Create a study guide

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Creating a study guide will help you to organize and review the course materials. This will make it easier for you to learn and retain the information.

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Gather all of the course materials.
Read through the materials and identify the key concepts.
Create a study guide that summarizes the key concepts.

Read the AWS Migration Guide

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This book provides an in-depth overview of the AWS migration process, including best practices and case studies. Reading it will give you a strong foundation for the course.

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Read the introduction and Chapter 1.
Read the chapters that cover the migration process for your specific application type.
Take notes on the key concepts and best practices.

Complete the AWS Migration Evaluator

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This tool will help you to assess your current infrastructure and to identify potential migration challenges.

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Go to the AWS Migration Evaluator website.
Enter your AWS account information.
Select the applications that you want to migrate.
Answer the questions about your current infrastructure.
Review the results of the evaluation.

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Attend an AWS Meetup

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Attending AWS Meetups will allow you to connect with other AWS users and to learn about their experiences with cloud migration.

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Find an AWS Meetup in your area.
Register for the Meetup.
Attend the Meetup and participate in the discussions.

Follow the AWS Migration Hub tutorial

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This tutorial will teach you how to use the AWS Migration Hub to plan and execute your migration.

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Go to the AWS Migration Hub tutorial website.
Follow the instructions in the tutorial.
Experiment with the different features of the AWS Migration Hub.

Participate in an AWS workshop

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AWS workshops provide hands-on experience with AWS services. They are a great way to learn about the migration process and to practice your skills.

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Find an AWS workshop in your area.
Register for the workshop.
Attend the workshop and participate in the exercises.

Create a presentation on cloud migration

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Creating a presentation will help you to synthesize your knowledge of cloud migration and to practice communicating it to others.

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Choose a topic for your presentation.
Research your topic and gather information from multiple sources.
Create an outline for your presentation.
Design and create your slides.
Practice your presentation.

Career center

Learners who complete Migrating to the AWS Cloud will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Cloud Architect

A Cloud Architect can help translate business needs into cloud computing-based solutions. They may also help develop and implement strategies for migrating existing applications and data to the cloud. This course provides a deep dive into the AWS migration process, and thus helps build a foundation in the skills needed to work as a Cloud Architect.

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Cloud Computing Specialist

As a Cloud Computing Specialist, you focus on advising clients or working for a cloud solution provider on cloud adoption and migration. You might also work on design and deployment of cloud-based applications. This course covers useful AWS tools, features, and services to help in the migration from on-premises environments to the cloud, and may be a useful resource for this position.

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Cloud Engineer

This course may be helpful for a Cloud Engineer, who designs, deploys, and manages cloud-based applications. It provides information on the migration process to the cloud, covering different cloud computing services and tools that can help in the migration process.

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DevOps Engineer

A DevOps Engineer is responsible for the development and operation of cloud-based systems. This course may be a helpful introduction to migrating systems for this role.

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IT Consultant

IT Consultants advise businesses on technology-related decisions, including cloud adoption and migration. This course provides a foundation in the AWS migration process and can help you succeed as an IT Consultant in this area.

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IT Manager

IT Managers oversee the planning, implementation, and maintenance of an organization's IT systems. This includes cloud migration. This course may be helpful as it provides a comprehensive overview of the AWS migration process.

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Network Architect

Network Architects design and implement computer networks, which may include cloud-based networks. This course may be helpful as it covers different aspects of the AWS migration process, which includes networking.

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Project Manager

As a Project Manager, you oversee projects, including those related to cloud migration. This course provides a helpful overview of the AWS migration process, which can help you succeed as a Project Manager in this area.

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Sales Engineer

This course could be helpful for Sales Engineers, who often need to understand the technical aspects of products and services to effectively sell them. The course provides an overview of the AWS migration process, which could be beneficial for those selling cloud migration services.

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Security Architect

Security Architects design and implement security measures for computer systems, including cloud systems. This course may be a useful resource as it covers different aspects of the AWS migration process, which includes security.

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Software Architect

A Software Architect may work on designing and developing cloud-based applications. This course provides a foundation for understanding the AWS migration process and relevant AWS tools and services that support the migration from on-premises environments to the cloud.

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Solutions Architect

Solutions Architects design and implement cloud-based solutions. This course provides a detailed overview of the AWS migration process and relevant AWS tools, features, and services to help succeed in this role.

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Systems Engineer

Systems Engineers design, implement, and maintain computer systems, including cloud-based systems. This course may be helpful to provide a foundation for understanding the AWS migration process.

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Technical Consultant

Technical Consultants provide technical advice and support to clients, including advice on cloud adoption and migration. This course provides a useful overview of the AWS migration process, which can help you succeed as a Technical Consultant in this area.

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Technical Program Manager

Technical Program Managers plan and manage technical projects, including cloud migration projects. This course may be helpful in understanding the AWS migration process and gaining knowledge about the relevant AWS tools and services that are covered in the course.

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