AWS Cloud Practitioner Training
Start your AWS journey with a comprehensive introduction to cloud computing and AWS services. This 2-day training covers cloud concepts, core AWS services, security, pricing models, and architectural best practices, preparing you for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam and practical cloud decision-making.
Training Details
Section titled “Training Details”| Duration | 2 days (16 hours) |
| Level | Beginner |
| Delivery | In-person, Live online, Hybrid |
| Certification | AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner |
Who Is This For?
Section titled “Who Is This For?”- Individuals with technical or business backgrounds new to cloud computing
- Business stakeholders evaluating AWS for their organization
- Technical professionals exploring cloud career paths
- Anyone preparing for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam
- Product managers, project managers, and executives who need cloud literacy
Learning Outcomes
Section titled “Learning Outcomes”After completing this training, participants will be able to:
- Articulate the business value and technical benefits of cloud computing
- Identify and describe core AWS services across compute, storage, database, and networking
- Explain AWS security, compliance, and shared responsibility model
- Understand AWS pricing models and cost optimization strategies
- Describe AWS support plans and architectural best practices
- Make informed decisions about AWS service selection for business needs
Detailed Agenda
Section titled “Detailed Agenda”Day 1: Cloud Concepts and Core AWS Services
Section titled “Day 1: Cloud Concepts and Core AWS Services”Module 1: Cloud Computing Fundamentals
- What is cloud computing and why it matters
- Cloud deployment models (public, private, hybrid)
- Cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
- AWS Global Infrastructure (Regions, Availability Zones, Edge Locations)
- Hands-on: Navigate the AWS Management Console
Module 2: Compute Services
- Amazon EC2 (Elastic Compute Cloud) overview and instance types
- AWS Lambda and serverless computing
- AWS Elastic Beanstalk for application deployment
- Container services (ECS, EKS) overview
- Hands-on: Launch and configure an EC2 instance
Module 3: Storage Services
- Amazon S3 (Simple Storage Service) and storage classes
- Amazon EBS (Elastic Block Store) and EFS (Elastic File System)
- AWS Storage Gateway for hybrid cloud
- Hands-on: Create S3 buckets and configure lifecycle policies
Module 4: Database Services
- Amazon RDS (Relational Database Service) and database engines
- Amazon DynamoDB (NoSQL database)
- Amazon ElastiCache and Amazon Redshift overview
- Database migration strategies
- Hands-on: Launch an RDS database instance
Day 2: Security, Compliance, and Billing
Section titled “Day 2: Security, Compliance, and Billing”Module 5: Networking and Content Delivery
- Amazon VPC (Virtual Private Cloud) fundamentals
- AWS networking components (subnets, route tables, gateways)
- Amazon CloudFront (CDN) and Route 53 (DNS)
- Hands-on: Design a basic VPC architecture
Module 6: Security and Compliance
- AWS Shared Responsibility Model explained
- AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) best practices
- Security services (AWS Shield, WAF, GuardDuty, Inspector)
- Compliance programs and certifications
- Hands-on: Create IAM users, groups, and policies
Module 7: Billing, Pricing, and Cost Optimization
- AWS pricing models (on-demand, reserved, spot)
- AWS Cost Explorer and AWS Budgets
- AWS Organizations and consolidated billing
- Cost optimization strategies and best practices
- Hands-on: Set up billing alerts and analyze cost reports
Module 8: AWS Support and Architecture Best Practices
- AWS Support plans comparison
- AWS Well-Architected Framework pillars
- AWS Trusted Advisor and AWS Personal Health Dashboard
- Exam preparation tips and resources
- Hands-on: Use Trusted Advisor to review account
Prerequisites
Section titled “Prerequisites”- Basic understanding of IT concepts (servers, networks, databases)
- Familiarity with web browsers and navigating web interfaces
- No prior AWS or cloud experience required
Delivery Formats
Section titled “Delivery Formats”| Format | Description |
|---|---|
| In-Person | On-site at your company’s location, hands-on with direct interaction |
| Live Online | Interactive virtual sessions with screen sharing and real-time labs |
| Hybrid | Combination of on-site and remote sessions, flexible scheduling |
All formats include hands-on labs, course materials, exam preparation resources, and post-training support.