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The course is approximately 9 hours long, making it a comprehensive yet digestible resource for anyone looking to improve their AWS skills. Depending on your pace, it could take anywhere from a couple of days to a week to finish. The content includes both lectures and hands-on labs, which allows for practical application of the concepts covered.

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Once you enroll and your session begins, you will have access to all videos and other resources, including reading items and the course discussion forum. You’ll be able to view and submit practice assessments, and complete required graded assignments to earn a grade and a Course Certificate.

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AWS Networking, Compute & IAM Architecture

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AWS Networking, Compute & IAM Architecture

This course is part of AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate (SAA-C03) Specialization

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8 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

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1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Configure and manage Virtual Private Clouds (VPC) in AWS.
Launch, configure, and manage EC2 instances for various use cases.
Implement IAM for access control and security in AWS environments.
Design and configure autoscaling solutions and load balancers in AWS.

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A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this course, you'll explore AWS networking, compute, and IAM architecture. You’ll learn how to configure and manage key services such as VPC, EC2, IAM, and Elastic Load Balancing (ELB). Topics like VPC peering, security groups, network configuration, and VPN setup will also be covered. The course offers hands-on labs where you'll implement real-world AWS solutions, including EC2 instance management, VPC setup, IAM configurations, and DNS services like Route 53. You will also learn to manage security with IAM policies, multi-factor authentication, and encryption best practices. This course is ideal for cloud architects, network engineers, and IT professionals aiming to build secure, scalable cloud infrastructures. By the end of the course, you will be able to design secure AWS architectures, manage VPCs and EC2 instances, implement IAM policies, and configure autoscaling and load balancing.

In this module, we will introduce you to the AWS Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), covering the creation of isolated networks, the use of Elastic IPs, and advanced concepts like VPC peering and security group management to ensure secure and scalable network designs.

What's included

12 videos2 readings1 assignment

12 videosTotal 85 minutes

Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) Overview9 minutes
Creating a VPC Lab10 minutes
Configuring DHCP Options Lab4 minutes
Elastic IP Addresses6 minutes
Elastic Network Interfaces (ENIs)4 minutes
Endpoints6 minutes
VPC Peering7 minutes
Creating a VPC Peering Connection Lab9 minutes
Security Groups Overview6 minutes
Network Address Translation (NAT)5 minutes
Gateways (VPGs and CGWs)7 minutes
VPN Configuration Option4 minutes

2 readingsTotal 20 minutes

Introduction to the Course 'AWS Networking, Compute & IAM Architecture'10 minutes
Full Specialization Resources10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

Solutions Architect Chapter 3 - Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will dive into AWS Compute Services, focusing on EC2 instance types, pricing, and storage options like EBS. We’ll also cover how to design efficient compute solutions that scale with your needs and budget.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

In this module, we’ll walk you through hands-on labs where you’ll learn how to launch and configure EC2 instances, understand instance tenancy options, and explore the creation and use of AMIs for scalable cloud environments.

What's included

7 videos1 assignment

7 videosTotal 63 minutes

Launching an EC2 Linux Instance Lab12 minutes
Configuring an EC2 Linux Instance Lab8 minutes
Setting Up an EC2 Windows Instance Lab11 minutes
Shared Tenancy5 minutes
Dedicated Hosts7 minutes
Dedicated Instances5 minutes
AMI Virtualization12 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

Solutions Architect Chapter 5 - Compute Services Implementation - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will focus on EC2 management practices, from connecting and securing instances to utilizing services like AWS Batch and Elastic Container Service (ECS) to optimize compute resources for complex applications.

What's included

8 videos1 assignment

8 videosTotal 68 minutes

Instance Management9 minutes
Connecting to Instances Lab8 minutes
Working with Security Groups9 minutes
Working with Security Groups Lab10 minutes
Advanced EC2 Management5 minutes
AWS Batch5 minutes
Elastic Container Service (ECS)8 minutes
Elastic Beanstalk Environment11 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

Solutions Architect Chapter 6 - Compute Services Management - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will cover the essential aspects of IAM in AWS, from managing user permissions and authentication methods to applying security best practices for a robust and secure AWS environment.

What's included

13 videos1 assignment

13 videosTotal 98 minutes

Identity and Access Management (IAM) Overview7 minutes
Principals10 minutes
Root User6 minutes
Authentication6 minutes
Authorization Policies12 minutes
Multi-Factor Authentication3 minutes
Key Rotation9 minutes
Multiple Permissions6 minutes
AWS Compliance Program6 minutes
AWS Security Hub5 minutes
Shared Responsibility Models6 minutes
Data Security Control9 minutes
Federated Directory Services9 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

Solutions Architect Chapter 7 - Identity and Access Management (IAM) - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will explore practical IAM best practices, including secure user account management, enforcing password and credential policies, and using monitoring tools like CloudTrail and AWS Control Tower for auditing and compliance.

What's included

12 videos1 assignment

12 videosTotal 93 minutes

User Accounts11 minutes
Password Policies8 minutes
Credential Rotation5 minutes
Principle of Least Privilege5 minutes
IAM Roles8 minutes
Amazon STS6 minutes
Policy Conditions8 minutes
CloudTrail11 minutes
AWS Control Tower10 minutes
Service Control Policies5 minutes
Key Security Services5 minutes
Additional Security Services7 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

Solutions Architect Chapter 8 - IAM Best Practices - Assessment15 minutes

In this module, we will explore AWS Autoscaling solutions, including setting up autoscaling groups, configuring termination policies, and using ELB to optimize performance and fault tolerance for your scalable applications.

What's included

7 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will introduce you to essential virtual network services in AWS, including DNS configuration with Route 53, network security using ACLs and NACLs, and traffic monitoring using flow logs to ensure secure and efficient network operations.

What's included

5 videos1 reading3 assignments

5 videosTotal 50 minutes

DNS14 minutes
Configuring DNS Lab6 minutes
Configuring Route 53 Lab12 minutes
Configuring ACLs and NACLs Lab9 minutes
Flow Logs6 minutes

1 readingTotal 10 minutes

Conclusion to the Course 'AWS Networking, Compute & IAM Architecture'10 minutes

3 assignmentsTotal 90 minutes

Solutions Architect Chapter 10 - Virtual Network Services - Assessment15 minutes
Full Course Assessment60 minutes
Full Course Practice Assessment15 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

"AWS Networking, Compute & IAM Architecture" is a comprehensive course that dives into key AWS components like networking (VPC), compute services (EC2), and Identity and Access Management (IAM). Understanding these core services is essential for professionals working with AWS infrastructure. The course is relevant because AWS is widely used by organizations to build scalable, secure, and cost-efficient cloud environments. Learning how to architect these services will give you the skills to design and manage AWS-based solutions effectively.

This course explores essential AWS services used to design cloud-based systems, including networking (Virtual Private Cloud), compute services (EC2), and IAM for security. It covers concepts such as VPC peering, security groups, elastic load balancing, autoscaling, and IAM best practices, providing both theoretical knowledge and hands-on labs. The course prepares learners to architect secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions using AWS.

After completing this course, you will be proficient in designing and managing AWS environments, including setting up virtual private clouds (VPC), configuring EC2 instances for both Linux and Windows, managing access with IAM, and implementing autoscaling solutions. You'll also understand how to optimize AWS networking and compute resources for performance and security, making you ready for architecting scalable cloud solutions on AWS.

This course is intended for individuals who have basic knowledge of cloud computing and some familiarity with AWS. It’s ideal for IT professionals, developers, and those interested in learning AWS at a deeper level. If you're already familiar with fundamental cloud concepts or have some experience working with AWS services like EC2, S3, or IAM, this course will help you build on that knowledge and advance your cloud architecture skills.

This course is designed for cloud architects, solutions architects, developers, and IT professionals who want to expand their understanding of AWS networking, compute, and security services. It is also beneficial for anyone preparing for AWS certification exams, particularly the Solutions Architect – Associate certification, as it covers many of the exam objectives related to networking, compute, and IAM.