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The Self-Taught Cloud Computing Engineer

By : Dr. Logan Song
Book Image

The Self-Taught Cloud Computing Engineer

By: Dr. Logan Song

Overview of this book

The Self-Taught Cloud Computing Engineer is a comprehensive guide to mastering cloud computing concepts by building a broad and deep cloud knowledge base, developing hands-on cloud skills, and achieving professional cloud certifications. Even if you’re a beginner with a basic understanding of computer hardware and software, this book serves as the means to transition into a cloud computing career. Starting with the Amazon cloud, you’ll explore the fundamental AWS cloud services, then progress to advanced AWS cloud services in the domains of data, machine learning, and security. Next, you’ll build proficiency in Microsoft Azure Cloud and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) by examining the common attributes of the three clouds while distinguishing their unique features. You’ll further enhance your skills through practical experience on these platforms with real-life cloud project implementations. Finally, you’ll find expert guidance on cloud certifications and career development. By the end of this cloud computing book, you’ll have become a cloud-savvy professional well-versed in AWS, Azure, and GCP, ready to pursue cloud certifications to validate your skills.
Table of Contents (24 chapters)
1
Part 1: Learning about the Amazon Cloud
9
Part 2:Comprehending GCP Cloud Services
14
Part 3:Mastering Azure Cloud Services
19
Part 4:Developing a Successful Cloud Career

Azure cloud security best practices

Azure cloud security includes security of the cloud, which is the service provider’s responsibility, and security in the cloud, which is the consumer’s responsibility. We will summarize Azure cloud security best practices, including Azure Security Center, IAM, VM security, vNet security, data security, encryption, and privacy.

Azure Security Center

Azure Security Center provides a unified view of Azure cloud resources and offers security recommendations to help you strengthen your security posture. It should be enabled for all Azure subscriptions and resources. We recommend the following Azure Security Center best practices:

  • Regularly review and implement Azure Security Center recommendations, which are based on security industry best practices and, thus, can help you address cloud security vulnerabilities and misconfigurations.
  • Regularly review Security Center alerts and apply the latest patches and updates to Azure...