Cloud Computing_C107: Networking, Serverless Computing and Cost Management
About Course
- Welcome to the transformative “Networking, Serverless Computing, and Cost Management” course, where the convergence of cloud technologies meets the art of efficient resource utilization.
- From mastering the intricacies of cloud networking and optimizing serverless computing to expertly managing costs, this journey is tailored to equip you with the prowess to architect resilient networks, harness the power of event-driven computing, and steer your cloud endeavors with financial acumen.
- As we delve into real-world scenarios, emerging trends, and hands-on practices, you’ll emerge poised to engineer agile infrastructures that maximize efficiency and innovation while optimizing the bottom line.
- Let’s commence our journey to cloud mastery and transformative capabilities.
Learning Objectives
After the completion of course student will be able to:
- Analyze cloud networking concepts, including Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) configuration, hybrid connectivity, and security protocols, and design secure and scalable cloud network architectures.
- Create and deploy event-driven applications using serverless computing technologies, managing serverless functions for enhanced scalability, performance, and resource efficiency.
- Evaluate cloud cost models, identify optimization opportunities, and implement resource-efficient practices to optimize cloud expenditures and manage budgets effectively.
- Design serverless architectures and network configurations that ensure high availability, fault tolerance, and scalability, evaluating industry best practices for enhanced application reliability.
- Develop comprehensive cloud management skills, applying network security best practices, deploying serverless applications, tracking cloud costs, monitoring performance, and troubleshooting issues to ensure optimal cloud operations.
Course Content
Module-I
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Topic 1: Introduction to Cloud Networking
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LO1: Define Fundamental Cloud Networking Concepts and Describe how Networks Operate within Cloud Environments
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LO2: Explain how Cloud Networking Differs from Traditional On-Premises Networking
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LO3: Analyze the Role of Network Segmentation, Routing, and Connectivity in Cloud Architectures
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Topic 2: Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) Configuration
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LO1: Describe the Structure and Components of a VPC including Subnets, Route Tables, and Gateways
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LO2: Configure VPC Elements to Build Isolated and Secure Cloud Networks
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LO3: Evaluate VPC Designs for Scalability, Performance, and Security Alignment with Best Practices
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Topic 3: Hybrid Cloud Networking
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LO1: Explain Hybrid Networking Principles including VPN and Direct Connect/ExpressRoute
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LO2: Analyze Connectivity Challenges when Integrating On-Premises and Cloud Infrastructure
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LO3: Evaluate Hybrid Architecture Patterns for Reliability and Secure Data Exchange
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Topic 4: Serverless Computing Introduction
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LO1: Define Serverless Computing and Describe its Event-Driven Operational Model
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LO2: Explain Responsibilities Handled by Cloud Providers in Serverless Environments
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LO3: Analyze Key Advantages and Limitations of Serverless Computing for Modern Applications
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Topic 5: Developing Serverless Applications
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LO1: Identify Components of a Serverless Application including Functions, Triggers, and APIs
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LO2: Build Simple Serverless Applications using Cloud Platform Tools
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LO3: Evaluate Serverless Designs for Modularity, Maintainability, and Cost Efficiency
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Quiz-I
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Topic 6: Scalability and Performance with Serverless
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LO1: Explain how Serverless Platforms Scale Automatically in Response to Events
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LO2: Analyze Performance Considerations such as Cold Starts, Concurrency Limits, and Function Timeouts
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LO3: Evaluate Optimization Strategies to Enhance Serverless Performance under Varying Workloads
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Topic 7: Cost Management Strategies
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LO1: Describe Cloud Cost Models including Pay-As-You-Go, Reserved Capacity, and Usage-Based Billing
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LO2: Analyze Spending Patterns to Identify Areas for Optimization
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LO3: Evaluate Cost Management Tools and Policies for Effective Budget Control
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Topic 8: Serverless Architecture Patterns
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LO1: Define Key Serverless Architecture Patterns such as Event Sourcing, CQRS, and Fan-Out/Fan-In
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LO2: Apply these Patterns to Design Scalable and Resilient Event-Driven Systems
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LO3: Evaluate the Suitability of Serverless Patterns for Specific Application Scenarios
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Topic 9: Cloud Networking Security
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LO1: Explain Essential Cloud Networking Security Measures including Firewalls, Network ACLs, and Security Groups
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LO2: Analyze Threats such as DDoS Attacks, Misconfigured Networks, and Insecure Traffic Flows
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LO3: Evaluate Security Configurations to Ensure Compliance with Cloud Security Best Practices
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Topic 10: Optimizing Cost with Serverless
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LO1: Describe Pricing Models Specific to Serverless Functions and Managed Services
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LO2: Analyze Function Usage Metrics to Identify Unnecessary Consumption
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LO3: Evaluate Optimization Strategies such as Function Consolidation and Efficient Event Design
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Quiz-II
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Topic 11: Monitoring and Troubleshooting
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LO1: Identify Common Issues in Serverless and Cloud Networking Environments
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LO2: Use Monitoring Tools such as CloudWatch, Stackdriver, or Azure Monitor to Diagnose Problems
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LO3: Evaluate Troubleshooting Workflows to Maintain System Reliability and Performance
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Topic 12: Load Balancing and Traffic Management in Cloud Networks
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LO1: Describe Load Balancing Mechanisms such as L7 Application Load Balancing and L4 Network Load Balancing
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LO2: Analyze how Traffic Routing Impacts Performance and Availability
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LO3: Evaluate Load Balancing Configurations to Optimize Resource Utilization and Application Uptime
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Topic 13: Multi-Cloud Networking Design Patterns
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LO1: Explain Design Patterns used for Networking across Multiple Cloud Providers
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LO2: Analyze Challenges in Multi-Cloud Connectivity including Latency, Identity, and Routing
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LO3: Evaluate Multi-Cloud Architectures for Redundancy, Cost, and Vendor Independence
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Topic 14: Identity and Access Management in Serverless Environments
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LO1: Define IAM Roles, Permissions, and Policies used in Serverless Systems
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LO2: Apply IAM Best Practices to Protect Serverless Applications and Services
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LO3: Evaluate IAM Configurations to Ensure Least Privilege and Secure Authentication Flows
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Topic 15: Event-Driven Architecture in Serverless
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LO1: Describe Event-Driven Design Principles and how Events Trigger Serverless Workflows
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LO2: Construct Event-Driven Pipelines using Queues, Topics, and Event Buses
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LO3: Analyze the Reliability and Fault-Tolerance of Event-Driven Serverless Systems
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Topic 16: Integrating Serverless with Microservices
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LO1: Explain how Serverless Functions Integrate with Microservices Architecture
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LO2: Analyze Communication Patterns such as API Gateways, Service Meshes, and Event Brokers
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LO3: Evaluate Integration Strategies for Scalability, Modularity, and Operational Efficiency
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Topic 17: Logging and Observability in Serverless Systems
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LO1: Describe Logging and Observability Concepts including Traces, Logs, and Metrics
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LO2: Implement Observability Solutions to Monitor Function Behavior and Dependencies
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LO3: Evaluate how Observability Enhances System Transparency and Debugging Efficiency
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Topic 18: Governance and Compliance in Cloud and Serverless Deployments
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LO1: Explain Key Governance Principles such as Policy Enforcement and Configuration Auditing
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LO2: Analyze Compliance Requirements such as GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2 in Cloud Contexts
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LO3: Evaluate Governance Frameworks to Ensure Secure, Compliant Cloud Operations
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Topic 19: Load Balancing and Traffic Management in Cloud Networks
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LO1: Explain Advanced Traffic Management Strategies including Geo-Routing and Latency-Based Routing
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LO2: Analyze how Distributed Traffic Affects Application Performance across Regions
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LO3: Evaluate Multi-Layer Load Balancing Solutions for Global Reliability
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