Cloud Computing

Course Description:
This course provides an in-depth exploration of cloud computing technologies, services, and deployment models. Students will learn about the principles, architectures, and practical applications of cloud computing. Through lectures, hands-on labs, and projects, students will gain practical experience in deploying and managing cloud-based solutions.

MODULE 1: Introduction to Cloud Computing

Overview of cloud computing concepts and terminology
Historical evolution of cloud computing
Benefits and challenges of cloud computing adoption

MODULE 2: Cloud Service Models

Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), Software as a Service (SaaS)
Comparison of cloud service models
Case studies of popular cloud service providers

MODULE 3: Cloud Deployment Models

Public cloud, private cloud, hybrid cloud, community cloud
Factors influencing cloud deployment model selection
Cloud migration strategies

MODULE 4: Virtualization

Fundamentals of virtualization technology
Virtualization techniques (hardware virtualization, software virtualization)
Virtualization platforms and hypervisors

MODULE 5: Cloud Storage and Data Management

Overview of cloud storage services (object storage, block storage, file storage)
Data security and compliance considerations
Data migration and synchronization techniques

MODULE 6: Networking in the Cloud

Virtual private clouds (VPCs) and network segmentation
Cloud networking services (Virtual Private Network, Direct Connect, etc.)
Cloud-native networking technologies

MODULE 7: Containers and Container Orchestration

Introduction to containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)
Container orchestration platforms and tools
Container security and management considerations

MODULE 8: Cloud Security

Overview of cloud security principles and best practices
Identity and access management (IAM) in the cloud
Data encryption, key management, and security controls

MODULE 9: Cloud Governance and Compliance

Cloud governance frameworks and policies
Compliance requirements in the cloud (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.)
Auditing and monitoring cloud resources

MODULE 10: Serverless Computing

Introduction to serverless architecture
Serverless computing platforms (AWS Lambda, Azure Functions, etc.)
Designing and deploying serverless applications

MODULE 11: Cloud Migration and Management

Strategies for cloud migration (rehosting, replatforming, refactoring)
Cloud management platforms and tools
Cost optimization and resource allocation in the cloud