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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

Reviewing the certification roadmaps

Let’s look at the certification map for each of the three clouds.

AWS cloud certifications

The certification roadmap for AWS consists of three levels:

  • At the foundation level is the AWS Cloud Practitioner certification – this is designed for individuals who have a basic understanding of AWS services and want to demonstrate their essential knowledge of the AWS cloud.
  • At the middle level are the AWS Cloud Associate certifications – these include Solutions Architect Associate, Developer Associate, and SysOps Administrator Associate. This level of certification is designed for individuals who have a good understanding of AWS services and want to demonstrate their associate-level knowledge and skills in the AWS cloud in the areas of solution design, application development, and service deployment/management/operations.
  • At the top level are the AWS Cloud Professional certifications – these include Solutions...