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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

Understanding Amazon Direct Connect

Amazon Direct Connect is a network service that provides a dedicated and private connection between your on-premises data center environment and the virtual data centers in the cloud. This connection is a private, high-speed, low-latency connection that is not accessible over the public internet. With Amazon Direct Connect, the connection between your on-premises environment and the AWS cloud will have guaranteed bandwidth and performance.

To set up AWS Direct Connect, you’ll need to follow these steps:

  1. Review the prerequisites: Before you begin, make sure you have an AWS account and access to the AWS Management Console, a Direct Connect location, and a device that can connect to the Direct Connect location.
  2. Request a connection: Log in to the AWS Management Console and go to the Direct Connect console. Choose a Direct Connect location and request a new connection. Provide details such as your connection name, port speed, and...