4.5+ Hours of Video Instruction
Description
The Cloud Technology and Certifications Jump Start video course covers critical information about cloud technologies, including the “Big Four” public cloud vendors, and their offerings. This course also covers such practical guidance as how to plan a migration to the cloud and the tools available for migration.

Overview
The goal of Cloud Technology and Certifications Jump Start Livelessons clarifies why cloud technologies are revolutionizing and dominating the IT industry and provides the basics you need to start your cloud career. By providing many real-world examples to illustrate the sea changes taking place, and walking through the various options available, this course explains the benefits of cloud computing.
This video series also provides very practical information about each of the Big Four public cloud vendors. This provides the learner with an understanding of the offerings of each of these major players in the industry and also permits a student to see the trends that are occurring in the space as they compare the offerings from the dominant players.
The course starts with the evolution of cloud computing, the types of deployments, and the steps to deploy technologies today. The course also covers such important topics as cloud security, cloud migrations, and the architectural design changes that make your solutions much more “cloud-ready”. Lastly, the course provides an overview of the various certifications offered by the Big Four cloud vendors.

Topics include:
The Evolution of Cloud Computing
The Big Four Public Cloud Vendors
Adopting Cloud Technologies
Cloud Migrations
Cloud Certifications

About the Instructor
Anthony Sequeira, CCIE No. 15626, is a seasoned trainer and author regarding various levels and tracks of Cisco, Microsoft, and AWS certifications. Anthony formally began his career in the information technology industry in 1994 with IBM in Tampa, Florida. He quickly formed his own computer consultancy, Computer Solutions, and then discovered his true passion—teaching and writing about information technologies.
Anthony joined Mastering Computers in 1996 and lectured to massive audiences around the world about the latest in computer technologies. Mastering Computers became the revolutionary online training company KnowledgeNet, and Anthony trained there for many years.
Anthony is currently pursuing his second CCIE in the area of Cisco Data Center! Anthony is currently a freelance author and instructor. He loves creating self-paced video content and textbooks for students all over the world. He also loves creating free content for learners at his blogs, AJSnetworking.com and CertGym.com.
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Skill Level
Beginner

Learn:

• Describe the drivers behind cloud technology popularity
• Understand the various cloud deployment models and “As A Service” offerings
• Describe the phases of cloud adoption
• Understand cloud migration strategies and phases
• Describe the service offerings of the most popular public cloud vendors
• Understand the basics of working with and configuring AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or IBM Cloud
• Understand the IT Certification opportunities with the Big Four public cloud vendors

Who Should Take This Course

• Seasoned IT professionals looking to jump start their career with cloud tech
• New IT professionals seeking to understand cloud technologies and begin their journey in cloud through experience and certifications

Course Requirements

• CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications or the equivalent knowledge. This includes the ability to use an Internet-connected endpoint, describe basic networking concepts, and understand the fundamentals of application development.

Table of Contents
Lesson 1: The Evolution of Cloud Computing
Lesson 2: The Big Four Public Cloud Vendors
Lesson 3: Adopting Cloud Technologies
Lesson 4: Cloud Migrations
Lesson 5: Cloud Certifications

Lesson descriptions

Lesson 1, “The Evolution of Cloud Computing,” describes the drivers behind cloud technology popularity, and provides an understanding of the various cloud deployment models and “As A Service” offerings.

Lesson 2, “The Big Four Public Cloud Vendors,” describes the service offerings of the most popular public cloud vendors, and provides an understanding of the basics of working with and configuring AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or IBM Cloud.

Lesson 3, “Adopting Cloud Technologies,” covers the various phases of cloud adoption, including architecture, networking, and security.

Lesson 4, “Cloud Migrations,” describes strategies and stages for migration to the cloud, including workload preparation and migration tools.

Lesson 5, “Cloud Certifications," discusses the different certifications offered by each of the larger cloud vendors.

About Pearson Video Training

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