Spring Cloud Fundamentals from Pluralsight

Spring Cloud helps you take full advantage of developing microservices in the cloud. Learn how to develop cloud-native apps that utilize service discovery, distributed config, client-side load balancing, intelligent routing, and fault tolerance.

Spring Cloud helps you build or migrate existing applications to run natively-in-the-cloud, or "cloud native" as it's commonly called. So what exactly is cloud native? Cloud native is not just about running your existing applications in the cloud. It's a paradigm shift; a transformation from developing large, centralized applications to building nimble and highly distributed applications composed of microservices. In this course, Spring Cloud Fundamentals, you'll learn about how Spring Cloud builds upon Netflix OSS and helps by providing common patterns and solutions like service discovery (Netflix Eureka), distributed configuration (Spring Cloud Config Server), intelligent routing (Netflix Zuul), circuit-breaking (Netflix Hystrix), and client-side load balancing (Netflix Ribbon), to name a few. When you're finished with this course, you'll have had hands-on practical experience in building a truly cloud native application using Spring Cloud. Armed with this knowledge, you'll be able to apply the same principles and techniques to create cloud native applications from scratch or migrate existing ones to take full advantage of the cloud.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Getting Familiar with Spring Cloud

Finding Services Using Service Discovery

Configuring Services Using Distributed Configuration

Mapping Services Using Intelligent Routing

Calling Services Using Client-side Load Balancing

Creating Self-healing Services with Circuit Breaker

Bringing It All Together and Where to Go Next

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Builds a strong foundation in Spring Cloud, a framework for building cloud-native applications

Develops key skills for cloud-native development, such as service discovery, distributed configuration, and intelligent routing

Taught by Dustin Schultz, an experienced instructor in cloud-native development

Offers hands-on practical experience in building cloud-native applications

Covers a comprehensive range of topics essential for cloud-native development

May require prior knowledge of cloud computing and distributed systems

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 Spring Cloud Fundamentals with these activities:

Join a Spring Cloud Enthusiast Community

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Strengthen your understanding and broaden your perspectives by engaging with a community passionate about Spring Cloud.

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Join online forums or discussion groups focused on Spring Cloud.
Participate in discussions and contribute your own knowledge and experiences.
Identify opportunities to mentor others by providing guidance and support.

Gather Spring Cloud Implementation Examples

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Extend your understanding by gathering and organizing implementation examples of Spring Cloud.

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Search for Spring Cloud implementation examples online.
Select examples that demonstrate different aspects of Spring Cloud.
Organize the examples into a repository for easy reference.

Explore Spring Cloud Demos

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Increase your confidence by following guided examples on Spring Cloud's official website.

Browse courses on Service Discovery

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Visit the Spring Cloud Demo page.
Review the list of available demos and choose one to explore.
Fork the demo repository on GitHub.
Follow the instructions to run the demo locally.

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Collaborate on Spring Cloud Projects

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Enhance your problem-solving and teamwork skills by collaborating on Spring Cloud projects.

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Find a peer group or online community interested in Spring Cloud.
Identify a project idea or problem to work on collaboratively.
Divide tasks and responsibilities among team members.
Regularly communicate and share updates to ensure progress.

Simulate Spring Cloud Server Side Effects

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Gain hands-on experience in simulating and handling server-side effects.

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Set up a Spring Cloud project with Zuul and Hystrix.
Create a mock server that simulates a server-side issue.
Configure Hystrix to intercept requests and handle the simulated issue.

Attend Spring Cloud Seminars and Workshops

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Expand your knowledge and connect with industry experts through dedicated Spring Cloud workshops and seminars.

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Search for upcoming Spring Cloud events in your area or online.
Register for a workshop or seminar that aligns with your interests.
Attend the event and actively participate in discussions.

Develop a Microservice Using Spring Cloud

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Challenge yourself by building a microservice from scratch using Spring Cloud, solidifying your understanding through practical application.

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Define the use case and architecture of your microservice.
Set up a Spring Cloud project and utilize its modules.
Implement your business logic and integrate with other services.
Test and deploy your microservice.

Contribute to Spring Cloud Projects

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Deepen your understanding of Spring Cloud and give back to the community by contributing to open-source projects.

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Explore Spring Cloud's GitHub repositories.
Identify an issue or feature that you would like to contribute to.
Fork the repository and create a pull request with your proposed changes.
Participate in code reviews and discussions to refine your contribution.

Career center

Learners who complete Spring Cloud Fundamentals will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Cloud Architect

Cloud Architects design, build, and manage cloud computing systems. They work with clients to understand their business needs and develop a cloud strategy that meets those needs. Having a foundation in the principles and patterns behind Spring Cloud can help you excel in this role. Spring Cloud Fundamentals will give you a solid understanding of how Spring Cloud builds upon Netflix OSS and helps by providing common patterns and solutions. With this knowledge, you can confidently move into the Cloud Architect field.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers work to bridge the gap between development and operations teams. They are responsible for ensuring that software is developed and deployed quickly and efficiently. Spring Cloud Fundamentals will teach you about how Spring Cloud helps you develop cloud-native apps that utilize service discovery, distributed config, client-side load balancing, intelligent routing, and fault tolerance. These skills are highly valued by DevOps Engineers.

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Site Reliability Engineer

Site Reliability Engineers (SREs) are responsible for ensuring that websites and other online services are up and running. They work to prevent outages and minimize downtime. This course will build a foundation in the skills and knowledge needed to be an SRE. Spring Cloud Fundamentals will teach you about how Spring Cloud provides common patterns and solutions like service discovery (Netflix Eureka), distributed configuration (Spring Cloud Config Server), intelligent routing (Netflix Zuul), circuit-breaking (Netflix Hystrix), and client-side load balancing (Netflix Ribbon).

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers are responsible for bringing technical visions to life. They decide which software to use and how to apply it, as well as writing code and integrating different software systems. Spring Cloud helps companies develop faster through microservices in the cloud. Spring Cloud Fundamentals teaches the principles and techniques needed to create cloud native applications from scratch or migrate existing ones to take full advantage of the cloud. Skills learned in this course will help you advance in this field.

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Data Engineer

Data Engineers are responsible for building and maintaining the infrastructure that stores and processes data. They work with data scientists and other stakeholders to ensure that data is accessible, reliable, and secure. Spring Cloud Fundamentals can help you get started in this field. The course teaches how Spring Cloud helps companies develop faster through microservices in the cloud. This knowledge will give you a competitive edge in the job market.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists use data to solve business problems. They work with data engineers and other stakeholders to develop and implement data-driven solutions. Spring Cloud Fundamentals will teach you about how Spring Cloud helps you develop cloud-native apps that utilize service discovery, distributed config, client-side load balancing, intelligent routing, and fault tolerance. This knowledge will give you a solid foundation for a career in Data Science.

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Machine Learning Engineer

Machine Learning Engineers develop and implement machine learning models. They work with data scientists and other stakeholders to ensure that machine learning models are accurate and reliable. Spring Cloud Fundamentals may be useful in this role as it helps with service discovery and configuration of services. This knowledge can be applied to machine learning, where services need to be discovered and configured in order to work together.

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Software Architect

Software Architects design and develop software systems. They work with stakeholders to understand business requirements and develop software solutions that meet those requirements. Spring Cloud Fundamentals can be useful in this role as it helps with service discovery and configuration of services. This knowledge can be applied to software architecture, where services need to be discovered and configured in order to work together.

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Product Manager

Product Managers are responsible for managing the development and launch of products. They work with engineers, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure that products meet customer needs. Spring Cloud Fundamentals teaches the principles and techniques needed to create cloud native applications from scratch or migrate existing ones to take full advantage of the cloud. This knowledge can be applied to product management, where products need to be developed and launched in a way that meets customer needs.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts work with stakeholders to understand business needs and develop solutions that meet those needs. Spring Cloud Fundamentals teaches the principles and techniques needed to create cloud native applications from scratch or migrate existing ones to take full advantage of the cloud. This knowledge can be applied to business analysis, where business needs need to be understood and solutions need to be developed.

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Project Manager

Project Managers are responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects. They work with stakeholders to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality. Spring Cloud Fundamentals may be useful in this role as it helps with service discovery and configuration of services. This knowledge can be applied to project management, where services need to be discovered and configured in order to work together.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers create documentation that explains technical concepts. They work with engineers, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure that documentation is accurate, clear, and concise. Spring Cloud Fundamentals teaches the principles and techniques needed to create cloud native applications from scratch or migrate existing ones to take full advantage of the cloud. This knowledge can be applied to technical writing, where documentation needs to be created to explain technical concepts.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance Analysts test software to ensure that it meets requirements. They work with engineers and other stakeholders to identify and fix defects. Spring Cloud Fundamentals may be useful in this role as it helps with service discovery and configuration of services. This knowledge can be applied to quality assurance, where services need to be tested to ensure that they meet requirements.

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UX Designer

UX Designers create user interfaces for software and websites. They work with engineers and other stakeholders to ensure that user interfaces are user-friendly and efficient. Spring Cloud Fundamentals teaches the principles and techniques needed to create cloud native applications from scratch or migrate existing ones to take full advantage of the cloud. This knowledge can be applied to UX design, where user interfaces need to be created for cloud-based applications.

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Marketing Manager

Marketing Managers develop and execute marketing campaigns. They work with sales, product management, and other stakeholders to ensure that marketing campaigns are effective. Spring Cloud Fundamentals teaches the principles and techniques needed to create cloud native applications from scratch or migrate existing ones to take full advantage of the cloud. This knowledge can be applied to marketing, where marketing campaigns need to be developed and executed for cloud-based applications.

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