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Boto3 Essentials – Automate AWS Cloud with Python Boto3

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Boto3 Essentials – Automate AWS Cloud with Python Boto3

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
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Set up a local environment for executing Python Boto3 scripts across multiple platforms

  • Master Boto3 core concepts like sessions, clients, and resource management

  • Automate CRUD operations and EC2 control using Boto3 for resource management

  • Implement waiters, filters, and paginators to handle large AWS resource sets and real-time data

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January 2026

Assessments

12 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 11 modules in this course

In this module, we will explore the fundamental reasons behind automating AWS tasks and how tools like Python and Boto3 streamline the process. By the end of this section, you’ll have a clear understanding of the benefits of automation in the cloud.

What's included

1 video1 reading

In this module, we will guide you through the environment setup process, ensuring you can execute Python Boto3 scripts on Windows, Linux, and macOS. You'll also learn how to set up IAM users and access keys for smooth execution of automation tasks.

What's included

9 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will dive into the essential Boto3 components that allow interaction with AWS services. You’ll learn how to set up sessions, manage clients and resources, and implement proper error handling to enhance the reliability of your scripts.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will teach you how to write Python scripts using Boto3 to fetch data from various AWS resources. You’ll also learn how to add exception handling to make your automation scripts more resilient and reliable.

What's included

9 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore how to manipulate AWS resources using Boto3 for read, update, and delete (RUD) operations. Additionally, we’ll cover the use of waiters to handle EC2 state transitions, making your automation smoother and more dynamic.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will dive into full CRUD operations using Boto3 for both EC2 instances and IAM users. You’ll also learn how to implement waiters for EC2 state management and launch instances dynamically while retrieving vital information.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will cover how to handle CRUD operations for multiple AWS resources in parallel. You’ll learn to automate resource management tasks, including creating and controlling multiple IAM users and EC2 instances with ease.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will tackle more advanced Boto3 functionalities such as paginators, filters, and resource collections for managing unknown multiple resources. These tools will help you handle large data sets and perform detailed queries with ease.

What's included

20 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore how to use the DryRun feature in Boto3 to test actions before making real changes. Additionally, you’ll learn how to interpret Boto3 client responses to better manage your AWS resource interactions.

What's included

2 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will take a hands-on approach to practice the various Boto3 concepts you’ve learned, including paginators, filters, and waiters, with real AWS resources. You’ll automate tasks like listing S3 objects and managing EC2 EBS volumes, preparing you for real-world scenarios.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will focus on how to leverage the default session in Boto3 for simplified resource management. You will also explore how to execute Boto3 scripts on EC2 instances, utilizing IAM roles to manage permissions securely.

What's included

2 videos3 assignments

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