Course Outline
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Cloud Computing for Government
- Definition of cloud computing
- Transition from on-premises to cloud environments
- Reasons for the shift to cloud technology
- Addressing common misconceptions about cloud computing
Module 2: Core Cloud Terminologies Explained
- Compute, storage, and networking in cloud environments
- Elasticity, scalability, availability, and redundancy
- Virtual machines, containers, and serverless architectures
- APIs and the development of cloud-native applications
Module 3: Cloud Deployment Models
- Public cloud deployment
- Private cloud deployment
- Hybrid cloud deployment
- Evaluating multi-cloud strategies and their applicability
Module 4: Cloud Service Models
- Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
- Platform as a Service (PaaS)
- Software as a Service (SaaS)
- Case studies and examples of each service model in action
Module 5: Cloud vs. On-Premises Infrastructure
- Comparing capital expenditure to operational expenditure
- Flexibility and agility benefits
- Maintenance, patching, and scalability considerations
- Differences in security and compliance requirements
Module 6: Business Value and Benefits of the Cloud for Government
- Cost savings and optimization strategies
- Enhanced agility and faster time to market
- High availability and disaster recovery solutions
- Global reach and scalability capabilities
- Innovation and accelerated experimentation processes
Module 7: Overview of Major Cloud Providers
- Overview of AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud
- Common services offered by each provider
- Guidelines for selecting the appropriate cloud provider
Module 8: Shared Responsibility Model
- Determining responsibilities between providers and users
- The importance of role-based access control (RBAC)
- Understanding security practices in cloud environments
Module 9: Impact of Cloud on QA and Software Testing
- Adapting testing methodologies for cloud environments
- Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) practices
- Tools and strategies for testing cloud-native applications
Module 10: Cloud Governance and Compliance
- Identity and Access Management (IAM) best practices
- Policies and standards in cloud computing
- Data residency, privacy, and legal considerations for government entities
Module 11: Introduction to Cloud Migration for Government
- The journey of cloud adoption
- Common migration strategies (Rehost, Refactor, Rearchitect, etc.)
- Change management and team readiness for government agencies
Module 12: Cloud Use Cases and Real-World Scenarios
- DevOps and automation in cloud environments
- Backup and disaster recovery solutions
- Remote collaboration tools for government teams
- Scalable testing environments for applications
Module 13: Cloud Cost and Billing Basics
- Understanding pricing models in cloud services
- Pay-as-you-go versus reserved instances
- Methods for monitoring and controlling costs
Module 14: Final Wrap-up and Cloud Mindset Shift
- Cultivating a cloud-first culture and continuous learning
- Promoting cloud literacy among non-technical government teams
- Resources for further education and training
- Q&A session and open discussion
Testimonials (1)
Ahmed's knowledge on the topics presented. The fact that he could provide real life examples and simplify abstract concepts in a manner that made the entire training very enjoyable.
