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Cloud Computing: A Comprehensive Guide to its Evolution & Applications
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Overview

Cloud Computing is transforming how businesses operate, store data, and deliver services. This comprehensive course, Cloud Computing: A Comprehensive Guide to its Evolution & Applications, is designed to take learners from the early days of cloud technology to the latest advancements. With 100 detailed modules, learners explore how cloud computing reshapes traditional computing, improves business agility, and supports innovation. Whether you're interested in software as a service (SaaS), infrastructure (IaaS), or platforms (PaaS), this course explains each model clearly. Real-world case studies show how companies successfully migrated, scaled, and secured their cloud services.
Learners will discover major cloud providers like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud, comparing their features and selecting what suits different business needs. Security, compliance, cost management, collaboration, and development are thoroughly explored. Additionally, topics like edge computing, AI, IoT, and blockchain reveal the future of cloud. Special focus is given to e-commerce, startups, collaboration tools, and change management. The course ends with a look at what's next in cloud technology and its long-term business impact.
This course suits individuals looking to understand, plan, or manage cloud services effectively. With easy-to-follow content and clear examples, learners will gain a strong foundation to navigate cloud computing in modern business.

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the evolution of cloud computing from concept to modern use.
  • Identify differences between SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS service models.
  • Compare major cloud providers and their service offerings.
  • Plan a successful cloud migration and deployment strategy.
  • Explore tools for monitoring and maintaining cloud systems.
  • Learn cost management and optimization methods in cloud environments.
  • Understand cloud security threats, tools, and best practices.
  • Explore scalable architecture and disaster recovery planning.
  • Study enterprise and SME strategies using cloud services.
  • Understand AI, IoT, and blockchain in cloud integration.
  • Learn how cloud supports agile business transformation.
  • Develop knowledge on cloud-native development and deployment.
  • Understand compliance regulations and international data protection standards.
  • Explore collaboration tools and productivity features in cloud.
  • Analyze future cloud trends and evolving industry directions.

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  • Entirely online, interactive course with audio voiceover
  • Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, and smartphone-friendly
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Curriculum

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section
100
lectures
5h 38m
total

    • 1: 1_The_Evolution_of_Cloud_Computing_From_Concept_to_U 03:35
    • 2: 2_Understanding_the_Different_Service_Models_SaaS,_I 03:03
    • 3: 3_How_Cloud_Computing_Transforms_Traditional_Computi 03:37
    • 4: 4_The_Benefits_of_Cloud_Computing_for_Businesses_and 03:47
    • 5: 5_Challenges_and_Considerations_in_Adopting_Cloud_Te 03:08
    • 6: 6_In-depth_Exploration_of_Software_as_a_Service_(Saa 02:54
    • 7: 7_Understanding_Infrastructure_as_a_Service_(IaaS)_a 02:54
    • 8: 8_Platform_as_a_Service_(PaaS)_Explained 02:33
    • 9: 9_Differences_and_Use_Cases_of_SaaS,_IaaS,_PaaS 03:51
    • 10: 10_Selecting_the_Right_Service_Model_for_Your_Needs 03:39
    • 11: 11_Survey_of_Major_Cloud_Providers_Amazon_AWS,_Micros 03:04
    • 12: 12_Niche_and_Specialized_Cloud_Services_and_Providers 03:06
    • 13: 13_How_Cloud_Providers_Evolve_with_Technology_Trends 03:21
    • 14: 14_Comparing_Cloud_Providers_Features,_Scalability,_a 03:59
    • 15: 15_Case_Studies_Successful_Deployments_Across_Differe 03:23
    • 16: 16_Planning_Your_Cloud_Migration_Strategy 03:49
    • 17: 17_Managing_Cloud_Deployments_Tools_and_Best_Practice 03:30
    • 18: 18_Monitoring_and_Maintaining_Cloud_Services 03:07
    • 19: 19_Cost_Management_and_Optimization_in_the_Cloud 03:22
    • 20: 20_Case_Studies_on_Effective_Cloud_Implementation 03:13
    • 21: 21_Understanding_Cloud_Security_Risks_and_Threats 03:26
    • 22: 22_Best_Practices_for_Cloud_Security 03:09
    • 23: 23_Security_Tools_and_Technologies_in_Cloud_Environme 03:34
    • 24: 24_Compliance_and_Regulatory_Considerations_in_the_Cl 03:38
    • 25: 25_Real-life_Examples_of_Cloud_Security_Measures 03:20
    • 26: 26_Designing_Scalable_Cloud_Architecture 03:12
    • 27: 27_Ensuring_Reliability_and_Availability_of_Cloud_Ser 03:46
    • 28: 28_Balancing_Costs_with_Scalability_and_Reliability_N 03:26
    • 29: 29_Leveraging_Cloud_Services_for_Disaster_Recovery 03:22
    • 30: 30_Case_Studies_in_Scalability_and_Reliability 03:36
    • 31: 31_Cloud_Solutions_for_Small_and_Medium_Businesses 03:14
    • 32: 32_Enterprise_Cloud_Strategies 03:17
    • 33: 33_Impact_of_Cloud_Computing_on_Business_Agility 03:32
    • 34: 34_Cloud_Computing_and_Digital_Transformation 03:17
    • 35: 35_Business_Case_Examples_ROI_from_Cloud_Migration 03:25
    • 36: 36_Serverless_Computing_and_its_Implications 03:01
    • 37: 37_Edge_Computing_and_Cloud_Integration 03:13
    • 38: 38_The_Future_of_Multi-Cloud_and_Hybrid_Cloud_Strateg 03:14
    • 39: 39_Artificial_Intelligence_and_Machine_Learning_in_th 03:25
    • 40: 40_Blockchain_Technology_in_Cloud_Environments 03:13
    • 41: 41_Introduction_to_Cloud_Development_Platforms 03:40
    • 42: 42_Building_and_Deploying_Applications_on_the_Cloud 03:57
    • 43: 43_Continuous_Integration_and_Continuous_Deployment_( 03:33
    • 44: 44_Microservices_and_Containers_in_Cloud_Development 02:58
    • 45: 45_Real-world_Development_Scenarios_and_Solutions 03:44
    • 46: 46_Understanding_Cloud_Storage_Options 03:35
    • 47: 47_Big_Data_and_Cloud_Computing 03:31
    • 48: 48_Data_Migration_Strategies_to_the_Cloud 03:16
    • 49: 49_Data_Security_and_Privacy_in_Cloud_Storage 02:41
    • 50: 50_Case_Studies_Effective_Data_Management_in_the_Clou 03:58
    • 51: 51_Overview_of_Cloud-based_Collaboration_Tools 02:46
    • 52: 52_Improving_Team_Productivity_with_Cloud_Solutions 03:10
    • 53: 53_Integrating_Cloud_Tools_into_Daily_Business_Operat 03:12
    • 54: 54_Security_Considerations_for_Collaboration_Tools 03:05
    • 55: 55_Examples_of_Effective_Cloud-based_Collaboration 02:58
    • 56: 56_Cloud_Computing_in_E-commerce_Operations 02:49
    • 57: 57_Scaling_E-commerce_Platforms_with_Cloud_Technologi 03:19
    • 58: 58_Improving_Customer_Experiences_through_Cloud_Solut 03:34
    • 59: 59_Case_Study_E-commerce_Success_Stories_Powered_by_C 02:42
    • 60: 60_Security_and_Compliance_in_E-commerce_Cloud_Deploy 03:26
    • 61: 61_Basics_of_IoT_in_a_Cloud_Environment 03:34
    • 62: 62_Building_IoT_Solutions_Using_Cloud_Services 03:13
    • 63: 63_Challenges_of_Managing_IoT_Data_in_the_Cloud 03:04
    • 64: 64_Case_Studies_IoT_Innovations_Using_Cloud_Computing 03:35
    • 65: 65_Future_Trends_in_IoT_and_Cloud_Integration 03:04
    • 66: 66_Introduction_to_Developing_Cloud-native_Applicatio 03:34
    • 67: 67_APIs_and_Integrations_in_Cloud_Services 03:04
    • 68: 68_Managing_Developer_Environments_in_the_Cloud 03:45
    • 69: 69_Source_Control_and_Versioning_in_Cloud-based_Devel 04:03
    • 70: 70_Case_Studies_Successful_Cloud_Projects_and_Applica 02:51
    • 71: 71_Understanding_Cloud_Compliance_Standards 03:01
    • 72: 72_Navigating_International_Data_Protection_Regulatio 03:38
    • 73: 73_Industry-specific_Compliance_Considerations 03:04
    • 74: 74_Case_Studies_on_Cloud_Compliance_Strategies 03:47
    • 75: 75_Tools_and_Resources_for_Managing_Compliance_in_Clo 02:39
    • 76: 76_Navigating_Cloud_Billing_and_Cost_Structures 03:40
    • 77: 77_Tools_for_Monitoring_and_Managing_Cloud_Expenses 03:04
    • 78: 78_Optimization_Techniques_for_Cloud_Costs 03:44
    • 79: 79_Real-world_Examples_of_Cost_Savings_in_Cloud_Deplo 03:34
    • 80: 80_Building_a_Business_Case_Cost-benefit_Analysis_of 03:35
    • 81: 81_Overcoming_Organizational_Resistance_to_Cloud_Adop 03:23
    • 82: 82_Building_a_Cloud-centric_Organizational_Culture 03:40
    • 83: 83_Training_and_Development_for_Cloud_Technologies 03:50
    • 84: 84_Case_Studies_Successfully_Managing_Change_to_Cloud 03:12
    • 85: 85_Building_Internal_Support_for_Cloud_Initiatives 03:08
    • 86: 86_Deciphering_Cloud_Service_Level_Agreements_(SLAs) 03:31
    • 87: 87_Negotiating_Contracts_with_Cloud_Providers 03:04
    • 88: 88_Managing_Vendor_Relationships_in_the_Cloud_Era 03:37
    • 89: 89_Case_Studies_on_Vendor_Management_Successes_and_Ch 03:39
    • 90: 90_Ensuring_Vendor_Accountability_in_Cloud_Services 03:53
    • 91: 91_Leveraging_Cloud_Computing_for_Startups 03:35
    • 92: 92_Cloud-based_Tools_for_Entrepreneurs 04:12
    • 93: 93_Case_Studies_Startups_that_Scaled_with_Cloud_Compu 03:30
    • 94: 94_Challenges_for_Entrepreneurs_in_Cloud_Adoption 03:39
    • 95: 95_Strategies_for_Building_a_Cloud-first_Startup 03:35
    • 96: 96_The_Evolving_Landscape_of_Cloud_Computing 02:53
    • 97: 97_Anticipating_the_Next_Big_Trends_in_Cloud_Technolo 03:49
    • 98: 98_Preparing_for_the_Future_Workforce_in_Cloud_Comput 03:14
    • 99: 99_Reflecting_on_the_Journey_How_Cloud_Has_Reshaped_T 03:20
    • 100: 100_Looking_Ahead_The_Long-term_Impact_of_Cloud_on_Bus 03:14

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Description

The course begins with the history and evolution of cloud computing. It explains cloud service models like SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS in detail. Modules cover cloud migration strategies, deployments, and case studies from different industries. Security risks, tools, compliance regulations, and scalable architecture are thoroughly discussed.
Learners then explore enterprise and SME use cases, serverless computing, edge computing, AI, and blockchain in the cloud. Cloud-native development, APIs, and microservices are introduced, along with data management, big data, and cloud storage solutions.
Cloud-based collaboration tools, their integration, and e-commerce applications are also explained. IoT, developer environments, compliance frameworks, cost management, and budgeting are addressed. The final modules cover change management, SLAs, vendor relationships, startup strategies, and future cloud trends.

In the Foundational Section, learners understand how cloud computing began and how it evolved. They’ll gain clarity on the different service models—SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS—along with their unique roles and business benefits. The comparison of cloud providers like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud gives insights into choosing suitable platforms.
In the Migration & Deployment Section, students learn how to plan cloud adoption, manage deployments, and monitor performance. Real-world case studies show how companies approached migration, optimized costs, and ensured smooth operation. Key practices for cloud maintenance and cost-saving strategies are also highlighted.
The Security & Compliance Section explores threats, tools, and secure design practices. Learners understand compliance regulations and review examples of organizations achieving cloud security and legal standards. This section also covers how to manage regulatory concerns in different industries.
In the Architecture & Scalability Section, learners study cloud design, disaster recovery, and balancing reliability with cost. Through detailed modules and case studies, they see how businesses build scalable systems and maintain availability.
The Business & Collaboration Section dives into SME and enterprise strategies, ROI, and transformation. It shows how cloud computing drives agility and productivity through real applications. Collaboration tools, integration into business operations, and cloud use in e-commerce are included.
In the Future & Innovation Section, learners explore modern developments like serverless computing, AI, IoT, blockchain, and edge computing. It emphasizes how these technologies interact with cloud environments and shape the future.
Finally, the Cloud Development & Management Section explains how developers build applications, manage environments, use CI/CD, containers, and handle source control. Learners explore compliance, billing, cost management, vendor relationships, and successful startup adoption strategies.

Who is this course for?

  • Individuals curious about modern cloud computing systems.
  • Business leaders planning to migrate to cloud services.
  • IT staff managing cloud-based infrastructure solutions.
  • Entrepreneurs exploring cloud-first startup strategies.
  • Developers deploying applications in cloud environments.

Career path

  • Cloud Infrastructure Administrator
  • Cloud Security Analyst
  • Cloud Migration Consultant
  • Cloud Solutions Architect
  • Cloud Compliance Specialist
  • Cloud DevOps Coordinator

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