Cloud Computing
Overview
Professional Certificate in Cloud Computing

AWS Certified Solutions Architect
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Who should take this exam?
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate is a great starting point on the AWS Certification path for individuals who may have any of the following:
- Technology enthusiast and students who want to learn cloud computing
- Experience in AWS technology
- Strong on-premises IT experience and understanding of mapping on premises to cloud
- Experience working in other cloud services
What you’ll learn
Preparing for and attaining this certification will showcase:- Knowledge and skills in compute, networking, storage and database AWS services as well as AWS deployment and management services
- Knowledge and skills in deploying, managing and operating workloads on AWS as well as implementing security controls and compliance requirements
- Knowledge and skills in using the AWS Management Console and the AWS Command Line Interface (CLI) Understanding of the AWS Well-Architected Framework, AWS networking, Security Services and the AWS global infrastructure
- Ability to identify which AWS services meet a given technical requirement and to define technical requirements for an AWS based application
Exam Overview
- Level: Associate
- Length: 130 minutes to complete the exam
- Cost: 150 USD.
- Visit: aws.amazon.com for detailed information
- Format: 65 questions, either multiple choices or multiple responses.
- Delivery Method: Pearson VUE testing center or online proctored exam.
Program Highlights
This Course Includes
Weekly Program Planner
Learners should expect to dedicate a minimum of 10-12 hours per week to the program
Week 1 : Introduction
- Introduction to the course
- Introduction to AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate certification
- Introduction to Cloud Computing and AWS
- AWS IAM (Identity and Access Management)
Week 2 : Elastic Cloud Computing
- Fundamentals of EC2
- EC2 Instance Storage
- EC2 – Advanced concepts and best practices
Week 3 : Simple Storage Service
- High Availability and Scalability
- Fundamentals of S3 – Simple Storage Service
- S3 – Advanced concepts and best practices
- Mini Project
Week 4 : Cloud Databases
- Cloud Databases – RDS and DynamoDB
- Cloud Databases – Aurora DB and Elastic Cache
Week 5: Networking in Cloud
- Networking in AWS (Virtual Private Cloud)
- Mini Project 2
- Route53
Week 6 : Security and Serverless
- Cloud Front and Global Accelerator
- AWS Security
- AWS Server less
Week 7 : Application hosting and integration
- Application Integration
- Automation in AWS (Cloud Formation)
- Application Hosting in AWS
- Container Services in AWS
Week 8 : Application development
- Introduction to AWS Development tools (CodeCommit, CodePipeline, CodeDeploy)
- Management and Governance
- Overview of Migration to AWS and DR Strategies
Week 9 : Cloud Architecture and Best Practices
- More Solution Architectures
- Other Services
- Whitepapers and Architectures – AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate
Week 10 : Capstone Project
- Capstone project
- Preparing for the Exam + Practice Exam – AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate
Testimonials
ABOUT CLOUD COMPUTING
The AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate certification has been a game-changer for my career. It provided me with in-depth knowledge of AWS services, cloud architecture, and best practices for building scalable, secure, and cost-efficient systems. The hands-on labs and practice exams were invaluable in reinforcing key concepts. Since earning the certification, I’ve gained confidence in designing cloud solutions and have opened up new opportunities for career growth. I highly recommend this certification to anyone looking to specialize in cloud architecture.
Ashwini Gourukanti
The AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate course was my introduction to AWS. It helped me understand cloud platforms and how to effectively leverage cloud services. The course covers the core concepts to help understand services and their features. I could understand how to use these services whilst adhering to AWS best practices for building secure, scalable, and cost-efficient solutions. I gained hands-on experience with key AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, and VPC. By the end of the course, I felt well-prepared to tackle cloud projects, improve existing systems, and achieve AWS certification.
I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to start or advance their journey in cloud computing with AWS!
Bushra Nasir
As a Software Engineer, I wanted to expand my expertise in cloud architecture, so I pursued the AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate certification. The certification process was challenging but incredibly rewarding. It provided a deep dive into AWS services and taught me how to design scalable, secure, and cost-efficient solutions for real-world scenarios. The hands-on labs were particularly helpful, allowing me to apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems.
Since earning the certification, I’ve been able to design more robust cloud architectures, optimize our infrastructure, and contribute to the team’s growth. It has definitely boosted my confidence and positioned me for new opportunities, both in my current role and in future projects. I highly recommend this certification to anyone serious about advancing their cloud expertise and becoming an effective AWS solutions architect.