AWS Technical Essentials

BySimrat Bhalla

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AWS Technical Essentials introduces you to essential AWS services and common solutions. The course covers the fundamental AWS concepts related to compute, database, storage, networking, monitoring, and security. You will start working in AWS through hands-on course experiences. The course covers the concepts necessary to increase your understanding of AWS services, so that you can make informed decisions about solutions that meet business requirements. Throughout the course, you will gain information on how to build, compare, and apply highly available, fault tolerant, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions.

AWS Technical Essentials Attendees learn:

Describe terminology and concepts related to AWS services
Navigate the AWS Management Console
Articulate key concepts of AWS security measures and AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Distinguish among several AWS compute services, including Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud
(Amazon EC2), AWS Lambda, Amazon Elastic Container Service (Amazon ECS), and Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (Amazon EKS)
Understand AWS database and storage offerings, including Amazon Relational Database Service
(Amazon RDS), Amazon DynamoDB, and Amazon Simple Storage Service (Amazon S3)
Explore AWS networking services
Access and configure Amazon CloudWatch monitoring features

SAFe® DevOps answers the questions:

What is DevOps and how does it enable strategic business objectives?
What are the mindset, culture, and technical practices to successfully define, build, test, deploy, and release?
How do I use value stream mapping to measure flow and spot bottlenecks in the delivery pipeline?

What’s included:

Course workbook and SAFe Studio access to help you prepare to take the certification exam, claim your digital badge, and tools to get started in your SAFe role
Remote learning via SAFe® Virtual Classrooms
One-year access to SAFe Studio with your first class attendance
- Value Stream Mapping workshop
- Platform access to e-learning modules and curated members-only content to support your SAFe transformation
- Member discussion forms to engage in ongoing conversations on the SAFe framework or how to better perform as part of an Agile Team
- Curated content-playlists based on your interests and roles, including templated resources and facilitation guides to get you started

Simrat Bhalla

Software Development Manager

Hello, I'm Simrat Pal Singh Bhalla, a seasoned technology leader and passionate trainer with over 20 years of extensive experience in software development and program management. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with leading tech companies such as Amazon, American Express, and Oracle, honing my expertise in Scaled Agile, Programming, and AWS. As a trainer, my mission is to empower individuals and organizations with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in today's dynamic tech landscape. I believe in a hands-on, practical approach to learning, where students not only grasp theoretical concepts but also gain real-world experience through interactive exercises and projects.

Who is the AWS Technical Essentials course designed for?

The AWS Technical Essentials course is designed for IT professionals, developers, architects, and anyone interested in learning about cloud computing and how to leverage AWS services to build scalable, reliable, and cost-effective solutions.

Do I need any prior experience with AWS or cloud computing to enroll in this course?

No prior experience with AWS or cloud computing is required to enroll in the AWS Technical Essentials course. The course covers foundational concepts and is suitable for beginners as well as individuals with some experience in IT or technology.

What are the benefits of learning AWS Technical Essentials?

Learning AWS Technical Essentials provides numerous benefits, including understanding the core AWS services and their use cases, gaining foundational knowledge for building and managing applications in the cloud, enhancing career prospects in the IT industry, and being prepared for further AWS certifications and training.

Will I have hands-on experience with AWS services during the course?

Yes, the AWS Technical Essentials course typically includes hands-on labs and exercises where you will have the opportunity to interact with various AWS services in a simulated environment. This practical experience will reinforce your understanding of the concepts covered in the course.

Will I receive any course materials or resources?

Yes, course materials, including presentations, handouts, labs, and exercises, will be provided to all participants. Additionally, you will gain access to online resources to support your learning journey, including documentation, tutorials, and practice exercises.