Here’s a sample curriculum outline:
Introduction to Cloud Computing
- Definition and key concepts
- Evolution and benefits of cloud computing
- Cloud service models: IaaS, PaaS, SaaS
- Cloud deployment models: Public, private, hybrid;
Virtualization and Cloud Infrastructure
- Virtualization basics and technologies
- Hypervisors and virtual machine management
- Containers and containerization (e.g., Docker)
- Software-defined infrastructure and network virtualization
Cloud Service Providers
- Overview of major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Comparative Analysis of cloud platforms
- Cloud provider services and offerings
- Cloud pricing models and cost management
Cloud Architecture and Design
- Cloud reference architectures
- Scalability, elasticity, and high availability
- Network and storage architectures
- Data management and disaster recovery strategies
Cloud Security and Governance
- Security challenges in the cloud
- Identity and access management (IAM)
- Data protection and encryption
- Compliance and regulatory considerations
Cloud Networking and Connectivity
- Virtual private networks (VPNs)
- Cloud-based network services (e.g., AWS VPC, Azure VNet)
- Hybrid cloud networking
- Network security in the cloud
Cloud Storage and Database Services
- Cloud storage options (object storage, block storage)
- Cloud database services (relational and NoSQL)
- Data backup, replication, and recovery
- Big data storage and processing in the cloud
Cloud Application Development and Deployment
- Cloud-native development principles
- Platform as a Service (PaaS) offerings
- Serverless computing and Function as a Service (FaaS)
- Continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) in the cloud
Cloud Monitoring and Performance Optimization
- Cloud monitoring tools and services
- Performance metrics and optimization techniques
- Auto-scaling and load balancing
- Troubleshooting and debugging in the cloud
Cloud Migration and Hybrid Cloud
- Cloud migration strategies and methodologies
- Lift-and-shift vs. re-architecting approaches
- Hybrid cloud integration and management
- Governance and security considerations in hybrid environments
Emerging Trends in Cloud Computing
- Edge computing and fog computing
- Serverless computing and microservices architecture
- AI and machine learning in the cloud
- DevOps and cloud-native practices
Cloud Case Studies and Real-World Applications
- Industry-specific cloud implementations
- Cloud adoption success stories
- Practical use cases and demonstrations
