AWS Cloud Foundations: Core Services and Infrastructure

Cloud computing is the backbone of modern technology, but navigating the vast ecosystem of AWS can feel overwhelming. This text-based course simplifies your cloud journey by focusing on the core services and foundational concepts you need to succeed. You will transition from a cloud novice to confidently understanding how to architect, secure, and manage basic cloud environments. Through clear, written explanations and structured examples, you will learn how key services interact to power modern web applications. What you'll learn: Understand fundamental cloud concepts, deployment models, and the AWS global infrastructure; Configure core compute and storage services, including EC2 instances and S3 buckets; Design secure virtual networks using VPCs, subnets, security groups, and route tables; Implement modern security best practices using IAM policies and zero-trust principles; Explore database options like RDS and DynamoDB for structured and unstructured data; Apply basic infrastructure-as-code and automation concepts to manage cloud resources efficiently. The course begins with essential cloud terminology and architectural foundations before guiding you step-by-step through compute, storage, networking, security, and databases. You will read real-world scenarios that demonstrate how these services connect to build reliable systems. This course is designed for absolute beginners, aspiring cloud engineers, and IT professionals with no prior AWS experience. Start your cloud journey today and build a solid foundation for your technical career.