Cloud Computing

Introduction to Cloud Computing

1. 1. Definition and characteristics of cloud computing
   2. History and evolution of cloud computing
   3. Benefits and challenges of cloud adoption

Cloud Computing Models

1. 4. Service models: IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service), PaaS (Platform as a Service), SaaS (Software as a Service)
   5. Deployment models: Public, Private, Hybrid, Community clouds
2. Cloud Architecture
   1. Key components of cloud architecture
   2. Front-end and back-end platforms
   3. Cloud storage and networking basics
3. Virtualization
   1. Concept of virtualization
   2. Types of virtualization (server, storage, network)
   3. Hypervisors and virtual machines
4. Cloud Service Providers (Overview)
   1. Introduction to major cloud providers (ideas only: AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud)
   2. Comparing features and services
5. Cloud Storage and Databases
   1. Types of cloud storage (object, block, file)
   2. Cloud database basics
   3. Data backup and recovery in the cloud
6. Cloud Security
   1. Security challenges in cloud computing
   2. Data privacy and compliance
   3. Identity and access management
   4. Encryption and secure data transfer
7. Cloud Networking
   1. Basics of cloud networking
   2. Virtual private clouds (VPC)
   3. Load balancing and content delivery networks (CDN)
8. Cloud Application Development
   1. Developing and deploying applications in the cloud
   2. Introduction to server less computing and micro services
   3. APIs and integration
9. Cloud Management and Monitoring
   1. Resource provisioning and scaling
   2. Monitoring tools and dashboards
   3. Cost management and optimization
10. Cloud Migration
    1. Strategies for migrating to the cloud
    2. Challenges and best practices
    3. Case studies
11. Trends and Future of Cloud Computing
    1. Edge computing and IoT integration
    2. Artificial intelligence and machine learning in the cloud
    3. Emerging trends and career opportunities
12. Practical Assignments and Projects
    1. Setting up a cloud account (demo or simulation)
    2. Deploying a simple web application
    3. Cloud storage and backup exercises