AWS Certification Training Course for Solutions Architect

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AWS Certification Course Overview

The AWS Solutions Architect Certification training course will enable you to design, plan and scale AWS implementations utilizing over 70 cloud computing services. The AWS training is aligned with the latest AWS exam featuring Amazon designated best practices.

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  • 8X higher interaction in live online classes conducted by industry experts
  • 3 simulation exams (60 questions each)
  • 100% money-back guarantee
  • 16 live demos of AWS services
  • 3 real-time industry projects with integrated labs
  • AWS select technology partner
  • 8X higher interaction in live online classes conducted by industry experts
  • 16 live demos of AWS services
  • 3 simulation exams (60 questions each)
  • 3 real-time industry projects with integrated labs
  • 100% money-back guarantee
  • AWS select technology partner
  • 8X higher interaction in live online classes conducted by industry experts
  • 16 live demos of AWS services
  • 3 simulation exams (60 questions each)
  • 3 real-time industry projects with integrated labs
  • 100% money-back guarantee
  • AWS select technology partner

Skills Covered

  • AWS solution planning
  • Designing resilient AWS implementations
  • AWS implementation optimization
  • AWS architecture best practice
  • AWS cost estimation
  • AWS data IO
  • AWS solution planning
  • AWS architecture best practice
  • Designing resilient AWS implementations
  • AWS cost estimation
  • AWS implementation optimization
  • AWS data IO
  • AWS solution planning
  • AWS architecture best practice
  • Designing resilient AWS implementations
  • AWS cost estimation
  • AWS implementation optimization
  • AWS data IO

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Benefits

The need for AWS certified professionals is increasing every year. The AWS market is expected to reach $236B by 2020 at a CAGR of 22 percent with more than 380,000 cloud computing jobs available around the world (source: Indeed). A snapshot of jobs and related salaries is mentioned below.

  • Designation
  • Annual Salary
  • Hiring Companies
  • Annual Salary
    $91KMin
    $122KAverage
    $165KMax
    Source: Glassdoor
    Hiring Companies
    3M
    Capital One
    Accenture
    Intuit
    EY
    Source: Indeed
  • Annual Salary
    $63KMin
    $99KAverage
    $135KMax
    Source: Glassdoor
    Hiring Companies
    Shell
    Accenture
    Capital One
    Vodafone
    GE
    Source: Indeed
  • Annual Salary
    $73KMin
    $77KAverage
    $83KMax
    Source: Glassdoor
    Hiring Companies
    Unilever
    Samsung
    Schneider Electric
    Comcast
    Expedia
    Source: Indeed

Training Options

Self Paced Learning

  • Lifetime access to 50 hours of e-learning content
  • 16 live demos of AWS services
  • 3 simulation exams (60 questions each)
  • 3 real-time industry projects
  • Access to Integrated labs
  • 24x7 learner assistance and support

$499

online Bootcamp

  • Everything in Self-Paced Learning, plus
  • 90 days of flexible access to online classes
  • Learn in an instructor-led online training class
  • One to one mentorship for doubt resolution
  • Cohorts starting from:
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Customised to enterprise needs

  • Customized learning delivery model (self-paced and/or instructor-led)
  • Flexible pricing options
  • Enterprise grade learning management system (LMS)
  • Enterprise dashboards for individuals and teams
  • 24x7 learner assistance and support

AWS Training Course Curriculum

Eligibility

Any professional interested in hosting highly scaleable, fault-tolerant applications on the AWS platform should take this AWS course. However, the online AWS Solutions Architect certification course is ideal for Solutions Architects, Programmers, Cloud developers, Cloud software engineers, DevOps professionals
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Pre-requisites

Learners need to possess an undergraduate degree or a high school diploma. However, prior experience in working with AWS or another cloud computing platform is recommended.
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Course Content

  • Section 01: Self - Paced Learning Curriculum

    Preview
    • Lesson 01 - Course Introduction

      06:32Preview
      • 1.01 Introduction to AWS
        04:55
      • 1.02 Course Components and Exam Format
        01:37
    • Lesson 02 - AWS Core Concepts

      01:27:46Preview
      • 2.01 Overview of AWS
        01:59
      • 2.02 AWS Infrastructure Part 1
        03:23
      • 2.03 AWS Infrastructure Part 2
        02:12
      • 2.04 AWS Infrastructure Part 3
        02:53
      • 2.05 AWS Infrastructure Part 4
        03:43
      • 2.06 Overview of AWS Core Services
        01:52
      • 2.07 Amazon EC2
        02:00
      • 2.08 EKS
        00:55
      • 2.09 Lightsail
        01:05
      • 2.10 AWS Batch
        01:15
      • 2.11 Elastic Beanstalk
        00:54
      • 2.12 AWS Fargate
        01:01
      • 2.13 AWS Lambda
        01:38
      • 2.14 SAR Serverless Application Repository
        01:14
      • 2.15 Storage Service
        00:42
      • 2.16 S3 Simple Storage Service
        01:34
      • 2.17 EFS Elastic File System
        03:08
      • 2.18 EBS Elastic Block Storage
        00:55
      • 2.19 AWS Backup
        01:06
      • 2.20 Storage Gateway
        01:51
      • 2.21 Data Sync
        01:17
      • 2.22 AWS Transfer Family
        00:31
      • 2.23 AWS Snow Family
        03:39
      • 2.24 Database Services
        00:51
      • 2.25 RDS Relational Database Services
        01:41
      • 2.26 Amazon Redshift
        01:03
      • 2.27 DynamoDB
        00:54
      • 2.28 Elasticache
        01:18
      • 2.29 DocumentDB
        00:54
      • 2.30 Neptune
        00:45
      • 2.31 QLDB Quantum Ledger Database
        01:09
      • 2.32 AWS Account Set Up
        02:31
      • 2.33 AWS Free Tier
        00:57
      • 2.34 Introduction to AWS Management Console
        03:32
      • 2.35 AWS Billing
        06:36
      • 2.36 AWS Support
        04:00
      • 2.37 Biling Alerts
        01:47
      • 2.38 Delegate Access
        03:34
      • 2.39 Delegate Access Using IAM Roles
        03:00
      • 2.40 AWS Identity and Access Management IAM
        01:06
      • 2.41 IAM Features
        04:56
      • 2.42 Accessing IAM
        00:45
      • 2.43 Working of IAM
        01:12
      • 2.44 IAM Users
        00:58
      • 2.45 AWS Command Line Interface AWS CLI
        02:41
      • 2.46 Key Takeaways
        00:49
    • Lesson 03 - Compute and Related Features

      01:38:19Preview
      • 3.01 Learning Objective
        11:06
      • 3.02 Assisted Practice Create an AMI image
        01:44
      • 3.03 Placement Group
        01:53
      • 3.04 Cluster Placement Groups
        01:56
      • 3.05 Spread Placement Groups
        00:47
      • 3.06 EC2 Instance Metadata
        02:45
      • 3.07 Assisted Practice User data and Metadata Installing apps when launching an instance
        02:31
      • 3.08 Assisted Practice EC2 IAM Roles to Access S3
        03:14
      • 3.09 EC2
        01:38
      • 3.10 Spot Instance Interruptions
        00:33
      • 3.11 Reasons for Interruption
        02:51
      • 3.12 Hibernation for EC2 Instances
        02:42
      • 3.13 Assisted Practice Launch and connect to a Windows instance
        02:52
      • 3.14 EBS
        03:44
      • 3.15 Amazon EBS vs Instance Store
        02:58
      • 3.16 EBS Security
        01:33
      • 3.17 Amazon Elastic Load Balancing
        03:10
      • 3.18 What is AWS Lambda
        04:00
      • 3.19 Assisted Practice Launch WebServer Instances
        05:05
      • 3.20 Assisted Practice Classic Load Balancer
        06:05
      • 3.21 Assisted Practice Application Load Balancer
        04:48
      • 3.22 Assisted Practice Routing Requests in ALB
        06:53
      • 3.23 Assisted Practice Network Load Balancer
        05:37
      • 3.24 ELB Logs
        02:58
      • 3.25 Auto Scaling
        04:31
      • 3.26 Assisted Practice Manual and Dynamic Scaling
        05:22
      • 3.27 Assisted Practice Auto Scaling with Launch Templates
        04:23
      • 3.28 Key Takeaways
        00:40
    • Lesson 04 - Storage Services

      02:08:02Preview
      • 4.01 Learning Objective
        01:35
      • 4.02 Introduction to Amazon S3
        06:07
      • 4.03 Components of Amazon S3
        03:54
      • 4.04 Amazon S3 Storage Classes Part 1
        04:59
      • 4.05 Amazon S3 Storage Classes Part 2
        05:40
      • 4.06 Assisted Practice Create an S3 Storage Bucket
        01:24
      • 4.07 Version Control in Amazon S3 Part 1
        04:13
      • 4.08 Version Control in Amazon S3 Part 2
        03:49
      • 4.09 Assisted Practice Configuring S3 Bucket Versioning
        01:38
      • 4.10 S3 Lifecycle Management
        05:43
      • 4.11 Assisted Practice Age Based Retention
        01:43
      • 4.12 Assisted Practice S3 Intelligent Tiering Archive Configuration
        01:16
      • 4.13 Access Controls
        04:23
      • 4.14 Amazon S3 Replication
        05:45
      • 4.15 Assisted Practice Replication of Objects from Source to Destination Bucket
        06:11
      • 4.16 Performance Guidance for S3 File Gateway
        02:43
      • 4.17 Storage Gateway Part 1
        03:07
      • 4.18 Storage Gateway Part 2
        03:36
      • 4.19 S3 Encryption Part 1
        04:44
      • 4.20 S3 Encryption Part 2
        04:50
      • 4.21 Assisted Practice Server side Encryption Using S3 and KMS
        05:20
      • 4.22 Elastic File System
        02:49
      • 4.23 Amazon FSx
        05:21
      • 4.24 Assisted Practice Create and Mount EFS on a Linux Server
        12:39
      • 4.25 Assisted Practice Creation and Deletion of Customer Managed Key KMS
        01:54
      • 4.26 Unauthorized Link Access
        02:10
      • 4.27 AWS Glue Data
        02:57
      • 4.28 Assisted Practice Creation of a Glue Data Catalog
        05:00
      • 4.29 Amazon Athena
        03:11
      • 4.30 Assisted Practice Query with Athena
        08:37
      • 4.31 Key Takeaways
        00:44
    • Lesson 05 - VPC Networking and Content Delivery

      02:09:14Preview
      • 5.01 Learning Objectives
        02:15
      • 5.02 Firewall Security Group
        01:35
      • 5.03 Firewall Network ACL NACL
        04:18
      • 5.04 IP Addresses
        02:34
      • 5.05 Assisted Practice How to Create KeyPair for EC2
        00:47
      • 5.06 Assisted Practice Default VPC Walk Through
        01:13
      • 5.07 Assisted Practice Explore Network ACL Firewall and Features
        00:46
      • 5.08 VPC Flow Sequence of Steps Part 1
        05:39
      • 5.09 VPC Flow Sequence of Steps Part 2
        02:10
      • 5.10 Assisted Practice VPC Flow Log
        02:39
      • 5.11 Internet Gateways
        06:22
      • 5.12 Interface Endpoint
        04:38
      • 5.13 Gateway Endpoints Peering Connection and Transit Gateway
        04:46
      • 5.14 Assisted Practice Public and Private Subnets Route Table NAT
        06:31
      • 5.15 Default VPC Flow Log Resource Access Manager and NAT source
        08:55
      • 5.16 Assisted Practice VPC Endpoint
        02:22
      • 5.17 Assisted Practice Peering Connection Cross Region
        03:18
      • 5.18 Private Link and Bastion Host
        03:54
      • 5.19 AWS Systems Manager
        05:56
      • 5.20 VPN Part 1
        03:39
      • 5.21 VPN Part 2
        04:06
      • 5.22 Direct Connect
        04:02
      • 5.23 Direct Connect Costs
        03:45
      • 5.24 CloudFront
        02:07
      • 5.25 Lambda Edge
        04:11
      • 5.26 CloudFront Security
        01:41
      • 5.27 Assisted Practice CloudFront Distribution with S3 Origin
        03:40
      • 5.28 Assisted Practice Cache Configuration and Invalidation invalidate cache
        03:02
      • 5.29 Assisted Practice Origin Access Identity OAI
        02:01
      • 5.30 Amazon Global Accelerator
        03:03
      • 5.31 AWS Global Audience
        01:44
      • 5.32 Assisted Practice Global Accelerator
        04:44
      • 5.33 Route 53
        05:44
      • 5.34 Introduction to DNS
        02:22
      • 5.35 Route 53 Policies
        01:29
      • 5.36 Route 53 Health Checks and Best Practices
        02:13
      • 5.37 Route 53 Limitations and Prices
        04:23
      • 5.38 Keytakeaways
        00:40
    • Lesson 06 - Databases

      01:25:22Preview
      • 6.01 Learning Objectives
        01:03
      • 6.02 Introduction to Databases
        05:07
      • 6.03 Introduction to Relational Database Service RDS
        05:40
      • 6.04 RDS Part 1
        03:42
      • 6.05 RDS Part 2
        03:58
      • 6.06 Read Replicas and RDS Costs
        06:55
      • 6.07 Introduction to Amazon Aurora
        04:56
      • 6.08 Aurora DB Cluster Types and Aurora Serverless
        05:11
      • 6.09 Aurora Multi Master and Costs
        03:22
      • 6.10 Introduction to Amazon DynamoDB
        05:23
      • 6.11 Global Tables Read and Write Operations
        03:34
      • 6.12 Global and Local Secondary Indexes
        03:48
      • 6.13 Amazon DynamoDB Benefits Case Study and Costs
        02:50
      • 6.14 Amazon DynamoDB Features
        03:47
      • 6.15 Apache Cassandra and Amazon DocumentDB
        03:06
      • 6.16 Introduction to Amazon ElastiCache
        05:09
      • 6.17 Amazon ElastiCache for Redis and Memcached
        04:18
      • 6.18 Amazon Redshift
        02:48
      • 6.19 Assisted Practice Create Table Store and Read Items in DynamoDB
        02:21
      • 6.20 Assisted Practice DynamoDB Global Table
        01:30
      • 6.21 Assisted Practice RDS Query Data Using Query Editor in Redshift
        02:57
      • 6.22 Assisted Practice RDS MySQL
        03:20
      • 6.23 Key Takeaways
        00:37
    • Lesson 07 - Security and IAM

      02:32:14Preview
      • 7.01 Learning Objectives
        01:09
      • 7.02 Responsibility Models in AWS
        02:33
      • 7.03 Federation
        01:51
      • 7.04 Security is Job Zero AWS Security Process
        02:08
      • 7.05 AWS IAM
        02:58
      • 7.06 What is IAM Policy
        03:16
      • 7.07 Inline Policy
        02:01
      • 7.08 Amazon Resource Naming ARN
        01:06
      • 7.09 AWS Service Principal
        04:20
      • 7.10 Principle
        01:16
      • 7.11 Resources
        00:45
      • 7.12 Conditional Access
        00:30
      • 7.13 Implicit Deny
        01:02
      • 7.14 Permission Boundary
        00:48
      • 7.15 IAM Roles
        01:11
      • 7.16 Cross Account Policy
        01:22
      • 7.17 The Confused Deputy
        00:29
      • 7.18 AWS Cognito
        04:01
      • 7.19 Cloud Tower
        01:46
      • 7.20 Assisted Practice Identity Based Policy Implicit Deny Explicit Allow
        05:52
      • 7.21 Assisted Practice Policy Generator Managed Policy Versions Groups
        04:16
      • 7.22 Assisted Practice Resource based policy Policy Generator Principals
        02:56
      • 7.23 Assisted Practice Conditional Variables Restrict Access By IP
        04:13
      • 7.24 Assisted Practice Restrict Access to VPC Endpoint
        13:12
      • 7.25 Assisted Practice Cross account Management Console access using IAM Roles
        04:25
      • 7.26 Cloud Security
        05:07
      • 7.27 WAF
        01:56
      • 7.28 Assisted Practice AWS WAF
        04:36
      • 7.29 Shield
        02:20
      • 7.30 Benefits of AWS Shield
        01:52
      • 7.31 Secrets Manager
        03:20
      • 7.32 Secrets Manager Administrator Permissions
        02:48
      • 7.33 Secrets Manager Concepts
        01:03
      • 7.34 Systems Manager
        01:31
      • 7.35 AWS Config
        02:55
      • 7.36 Assisted Practice AWS Config S3 Bucket Encryption Compliance
        11:32
      • 7.37 AWS Inspector Trusted Advisor
        01:55
      • 7.38 AWS Insector Access
        03:17
      • 7.39 Trusted Advisor
        01:51
      • 7.40 Assisted Practice AWS Inspector for Network Reachability Vulnerability and Host Hardening
        02:13
      • 7.41 Assisted Practice Trusted Advisor
        04:44
      • 7.42 GuardDuty
        03:05
      • 7.43 GuardDuty Managing Findings from Multiple Accounts
        02:03
      • 7.44 Available Regions
        03:03
      • 7.45 Macie
        02:58
      • 7.46 Other Security Services
        04:03
      • 7.47 Setting Up Integration with AWS Security Hub
        01:10
      • 7.48 Detective
        07:48
      • 7.49 IAM Access Analyzer
        00:52
      • 7.50 Patch Manager
        03:29
      • 7.51 Key Takeaways
        01:17
    • Lesson 08 - Serverless and Application Services

      01:04:59Preview
      • 8.01 Learning Objectives
        01:14
      • 8.02 Lambda Part 1
        05:10
      • 8.03 Lambda Part 2
        05:26
      • 8.04 Assisted Practice Create Lambda Function Test and View Logs
        03:19
      • 8.05 Assisted Practice Lambda Layers
        00:52
      • 8.06 API Gateway
        01:45
      • 8.07 Assisted Practice Serverless Web App
        05:23
      • 8.08 SQS Introduction
        06:07
      • 8.09 SQS Security and Performance
        04:49
      • 8.10 Assisted Practice SQS Standard Queue Visibility Timeout DLQ
        04:16
      • 8.11 Assisted Practice SQS FIFO Queue Deduplication ID Message Group
        02:36
      • 8.12 SNS
        04:13
      • 8.13 EventBridge
        04:04
      • 8.14 Assisted Practice SNS Topic Fanout S3 Event Notification
        02:07
      • 8.15 Kinesis Part 1
        05:33
      • 8.16 Kinesis Part 2
        03:57
      • 8.17 Assisted Practice Kinesis Data Streams
        01:03
      • 8.18 Assisted Practice Firehose Publish Streaming Data to Firehose from CLI and Store in S3
        02:24
      • 8.19 Key Takeaways
        00:41
    • Lesson 09 - Monitoring and Automation

      56:15Preview
      • 9.01 Learning Objectives
        01:20
      • 9.02 CloudWatch
        02:11
      • 9.03 CloudWatch Metrics
        02:58
      • 9.04 CloudWatch Alarms
        02:28
      • 9.05 CloudWatch Logs
        01:42
      • 9.06 Assisted Practice Stop Idle Instance using CloudWatch Alarms
        04:07
      • 9.07 Assisted Practice Cloud watch Logs Metric Filter Plot
        02:34
      • 9.08 Introduction to CloudFormation and Concepts
        02:43
      • 9.09 Types of Templates
        04:59
      • 9.10 Condition Section
        00:34
      • 9.11 Assisted Practice Delete Stack and Resources
        00:56
      • 9.12 Assisted Practice Create S3 and Ec2 Bucket using Cloud Formation
        04:10
      • 9.13 Assisted Practice Update an existing stack
        04:27
      • 9.14 Assisted Practice Input Parameters Update an exisiting stack
        03:45
      • 9.15 Assisted Practice Deletion Policy
        02:05
      • 9.16 Intrinsic Functions and Pseudo Parameters
        03:15
      • 9.17 Assisted Practice Auto scaling ELB Web Server create key pair
        05:16
      • 9.18 Assisted Practice Resource Group for grouping related resources
        04:08
      • 9.19 CloudFormation Best practice
        02:06
      • 9.20 Key Takeaways
        00:31
    • Lesson 10 - Container Service

      01:07:42Preview
      • 10.01 Learning Objectives
        01:05
      • 10.02 Containers and Container Orchestration
        03:08
      • 10.03 Amazon Elastic Container Registry ECR
        01:06
      • 10.04 Amazon Elastic Container Service ECS
        05:16
      • 10.05 ECS Launch Types and Use Cases
        01:45
      • 10.06 Dynamic Port Mapping
        01:14
      • 10.07 Assited Practice Run Hello World Container on EC2 Instance
        08:33
      • 10.08 Assisted Practice Create Container Repository Using ECR and Push Images in It
        09:33
      • 10.09 Assisted Practice Create an EC2 Cluster a Task Definition and Then Run the Task
        04:34
      • 10.10 Assisted Practice Dynamic Port Integration with Application Load Balancer
        11:47
      • 10.11 AWS Fargate
        03:00
      • 10.12 Assisted Practice Run Task on a Fargate Cluster
        05:37
      • 10.13 Assisted Practice Fargate with Application Load Balancer
        10:21
      • 10.14 Key Takeaways
        00:43
  • Section 02: Course-End Project

    Preview
    • Lesson 01: Course-End Project

      11:36Preview
      • 1.01 Set Up and Monitor a WordPress Instance for Your Organization
        06:22
      • 1.02 Infrastructure Deployment for Real-Time Data Management Requirements on the AWS Cloud
        05:14
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    Preview
    • Lesson 01 - Course Introduction

      05:15Preview
      • 1.01 Course Introduction
        05:15
    • Lesson 02 - Introduction to Linux

      04:35Preview
      • 2.01 Introduction
        00:38
      • 2.02 Linux
        01:03
      • 2.03 Linux vs. Windows
        01:18
      • 2.04 Linux vs Unix
        00:30
      • 2.05 Open Source
        00:26
      • 2.06 Multiple Distributions of Linux
        00:25
      • 2.07 Key Takeaways
        00:15
      • Knowledge Check
      • Exploration of Operating System
    • Lesson 03 - Ubuntu

      16:24Preview
      • 3.01 Introduction
        00:30
      • 3.02 Ubuntu Distribution
        00:23
      • 3.03 Ubuntu Installation
        10:53
      • 3.04 Ubuntu Login
        01:36
      • 3.05 Terminal and Console
        00:57
      • 3.06 Kernel Architecture
        01:44
      • 3.07 Key Takeaways
        00:21
      • Knowledge Check
      • Installation of Ubuntu
    • Lesson 04 - Ubuntu Dashboard

      17:53Preview
      • 4.01 Introduction
        00:38
      • 4.02 Gnome Desktop Interface
        01:30
      • 4.03 Firefox Web Browser
        00:56
      • 4.04 Home Folder
        01:00
      • 4.05 LibreOffice Writer
        00:50
      • 4.06 Ubuntu Software Center
        01:54
      • 4.07 System Settings
        06:04
      • 4.08 Workspaces
        01:20
      • 4.09 Network Manager
        03:23
      • 4.10 Key Takeaways
        00:18
      • Knowledge Check
      • Exploration of the Gnome Desktop and Customization of Display
    • Lesson 05 - File System Organization

      31:22Preview
      • 5.01 Introduction
        00:43
      • 5.02 File System Organization
        01:55
      • 5.03 Important Directories and Their Functions
        06:31
      • 5.04 Mount and Unmount
        04:04
      • 5.05 Configuration Files in Linux (Ubuntu)
        02:06
      • 5.06 Permissions for Files and Directories
        05:17
      • 5.07 User Administration
        10:21
      • 5.08 Key Takeaways
        00:25
      • Knowledge Check
      • Navigation through File Systems
    • Lesson 06 - Introduction to CLI

      01:15:45Preview
      • 6.01 Introduction
        00:43
      • 6.02 Starting Up the Terminal
        02:45
      • 6.03 Running Commands as Superuser
        03:58
      • 6.04 Finding Help
        02:00
      • 6.05 Manual Sections
        03:17
      • 6.06 Manual Captions
        04:03
      • 6.07 Man K Command
        03:07
      • 6.08 Find Command
        02:03
      • 6.09 Moving Around the File System
        05:04
      • 6.10 Manipulating Files and Folders
        08:17
      • 6.11 Creating Files and Directories
        03:29
      • 6.12 Copying Files and Directories
        07:44
      • 6.13 Renaming Files and Directories
        02:34
      • 6.14 Moving Files and Directories
        04:41
      • 6.15 Removing Files and Directories
        02:25
      • 6.16 System Information Commands
        03:20
      • 6.17 Free Command
        02:14
      • 6.18 Top Command
        05:01
      • 6.19 Uname Command
        02:12
      • 6.20 Lsb Release Command
        01:09
      • 6.21 IP Command
        02:40
      • 6.22 Lspci Command
        01:31
      • 6.23 Lsusb Command
        01:02
      • 6.24 Key Takeaways
        00:26
      • Knowledge Check
      • Exploration of Manual Pages
    • Lesson 07 - Editing Text Files and Search Patterns

      27:19Preview
      • 7.01 Introduction
        00:34
      • 7.02 Introduction to vi Editor
        00:43
      • 7.03 Create Files Using vi Editor
        08:18
      • 7.04 Copy and Cut Data
        02:30
      • 7.05 Apply File Operations Using vi Editor
        01:33
      • 7.06 Search Word and Character
        03:47
      • 7.07 Jump and Join Line
        03:35
      • 7.08 grep and egrep Command
        06:01
      • 7.09 Key Takeaways
        00:18
      • Knowledge Check
      • Copy and Search Data
    • Lesson 08 - Package Management

      26:06Preview
      • 8.01 Introduction
        00:36
      • 8.02 Repository
        03:46
      • 8.03 Repository Access
        07:12
      • 8.04 Introduction to apt get Command
        05:33
      • 8.05 Update vs. Upgrade
        02:28
      • 8.06 Introduction to PPA
        06:03
      • 8.07 Key Takeaways
        00:28
      • Knowledge Check
      • Check for Updates
    • Practice Project

      • Ubuntu Installation

Industry Project

  • Project 1

    Custom VPC Creation

    Create a custom VPC with public and private subnets on two availability zones and launch instances into each subnet.

  • Project 2

    Load balancer Configuration

    Launch two web servers and configure a load balancer and auto-scaling.

  • Project 3

    RD Gateway Configuration

    Configure RD Gateway on a VPC with a public and private subnet.

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AWS Certification Course Advisor

  • Marc Weaver

    Marc Weaver

    AWS Solutions Architect & DB Expert, Author and Founder - Databasable

    Marc is an AWS solutions architect and Database Expert. He has over 15+ years of experience working with investments banks across the globe. He has authored courses on AWS solutions architecture and Database migration.

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AWS Exam & Certification

AWS Certification Training Course for Solutions Architect
  • How do I become an AWS certified Solutions Architect Associate?

    • The AWS Solutions Architect Associate exam is 80 minutes and features multiple choice questions
    • AWS Certification exams are administered at Kryterion testing centres in more than 750 locations worldwide. Register to secure your exam appointment
    • AWS Certification Cost: The registration fee for the AWS Solution Architect Associate Exam is $150

  • What does an AWS solutions architect do?

    An AWS solutions architect is a professional who designs cost-effective, available, scalable, and fault-tolerant systems on AWS. They identify and define the technical requirements for an AWS-based application and decide which AWS services meet those requirements. They have a clear understanding of the basic architectural principles of building on the AWS Cloud platform.

  • What are the benefits of taking up this AWS Solutions Architect certification?

    In addition to the enhanced AWS cloud skillsets you will develop, you will gain access to the AWS Certified Global Community LinkedIn Group and receive an AWS Certification Practice Exam Voucher.

  • How much does AWS Solutions Architect Certification exam cost?

    The cost for the Cloud Practitioner exam is $100. The cost for Associate-level exam is $150. The cost for the Professional-level and Specialty exam is $300. The recertification exam is $75 (taxes may apply).

  • Is getting certified as an AWS Solutions architect worth it?

    Companies are embracing cloud computing and when it comes to selecting the right cloud service provider, AWS is always on the top. AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate is among the list of top highest-paying IT certifications with an average salary as high as $113,000 per year. If you are seeking a career in cloud computing, getting an AWS Solution Architect Certification will definitely pay off.

  • How do I pass the AWS Solutions Architect Certification Exam?

    To pass the AWS Solutions Architect, you must answer 65 multiple-choice questions in 130 minutes. Passing scores for the AWS certification are set by different variables and are subject to change from time to time, which is why AWS does not declare passing marks in advance. 
     

  • What are the prerequisites for the AWS certification?

    Prior experience in working with AWS services is recommended.

  • Do AWS certifications expire?

    Yes, there is three years validity for AWS certifications. Those who want to maintain their AWS-certified status have to periodically demonstrate their expertise through a process called recertification.

  • How long does it take to receive the AWS Solutions Architect Certification exam results?

    Upon completion of your exam, you will be able to view your results immediately on the testing screen. An email will also be sent to the email address you have provided in your AWS Certification Account profile. Within five days of finishing your exam successfully, your AWS Certification Account will comprise a transcript of your exam results under “Achieved Certifications.” 

  • What do I need to do to unlock my Simplilearn certificate?

    To unlock your AWS certificate from Simplilearn, you must: 
     
    Online Classroom:
    1. Attend one complete batch of AWS Training.
    2. Complete one project and one simulation test with a minimum score of 60%.
    Online Self learning:
    1. Complete 85% of the AWS course.
    2. Complete one project and one simulation test with a minimum score of 60%.

  • If I fail the AWS Solutions Architect Certification Exam, how soon can I retake it?

    If you fail the AWS Solutions Architect Certification Exam, you must wait 14 days to retake the exam. There are no limits on the number of times you can take the exam. Only one attempt is applicable for Beta exam takers.

  • How do I schedule the exam in my preferred location?

    To see a complete list of test centres in your area with preferable dates, sign in to aws.training and click "Certification." Then click on “AWS Certification Account,” followed by “Schedule and Manage Exams.” Fill in your city or ZIP code to view a list of all available test centres in your location.

  • Do you provide assistance for the exam application process?

    Yes, our Help and Support team can provide you with assistance for the exam application process.
     

  • How do I apply for AWS Solutions Architect Certification reexamination?

    To apply for reexamination, sign in to aws.training and click “Certification,” then click on “AWS Certification Account,” followed by “Schedule New Exam."

  • If I need to cancel my enrollment, can I get a refund?

    Yes, you can cancel your enrollment if necessary. We will refund the course price after deducting an administration fee. To learn more, please read our Refund Policy.

  • How can I learn more about this AWS training program?

    Contact us using the form on the right of any page on the Simplilearn website, or select the Live Chat link. Our customer service representatives can provide you with more details.

  • Do you provide any practice tests as part of this AWS course?

    Yes, we provide 1 practice test as part of our AWS course to help you prepare for the actual certification exam. You can try this free AWS Solution Architect practice test to understand the type of tests that are part of the course curriculum.

  • Why Simplilearn for AWS Solutions Architect Certification Training Course?

    Simplilearn takes the blended learning approach to help learners gain the most of an online training program. The rigorous curriculum is designed by industry experts and helps you develop job-ready skills. The trainers impart practical skills by incorporating best practices and case studies related to cloud computing. There are virtual labs for hands-on learning as well as capstone projects.

  • How do I prepare for the AWS solution architect exam?

    You need to put consistent efforts to prepare for the AWS certified solutions architect exam. You need to be thorough with the exam guide and refer to AWS whitepapers for in-depth understanding. You can also opt for Simplilearn’s AWS Solutions Architect training course to prepare for the exam without investing the extra effort. 

  • Do AWS certifications expire?

    The AWS certification is valid only for three years. After the end of three years, you need to renew your certificates.

AWS Course Reviews

  • Ernest Awangya

    Ernest Awangya

    Microsoft Support Engineer

    I had a fantastic learning experience with Simplilearn. After my course completion, I was able to grab a new job in the cloud computing domain.

  • chandra mummadi

    chandra mummadi

    Application Architect at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois

    Detailed Learning Course. Excellent! It's very helpful & informative. The trainer is extremely good, he is very knowledgeable and one of the best teachers @simplilearn. Thank you again.

  • Sounak Roy

    Sounak Roy

    Delivery Manager -Analytics

    My course instructor explained the topics with many examples and hands-on experience. His in-depth knowledge, along with his technique of explaining things thoroughly, made the learning journey enjoyable. Thanks to the support team for quickly resolving our queries. Thanks, Simplilearn!

  • Abhinav P

    Abhinav P

    Senior Process Associate

    I completed the AWS Cloud Architect Certification Program with Simplilearn. Thanks to my mentors, Sumit Kumar Jui, and Pranav Phadke, for imparting a fantastic learning experience. I am now looking forward to the exciting opportunities in this field.

  • Ranjith Jayakar

    Ranjith Jayakar

    ACS India Pvt ltd

    The sessions taken by our instructor Sonal were great. I was really impressed with the training. I was able to learn a lot of new things. Thanks a lot Simplilearn

  • B M Abhishek

    B M Abhishek

    Technical Support Engineer

    My trainer was really very patient and made sure to address all our doubts. The journey with Simplilearn has indeed been a great experience because of the way the trainers explained the topics.

  • Niranjan Damaraju

    Niranjan Damaraju

    Delivery Director at Cognizant

    I recently took the AWS Solution Architect Associate course from Simplilearn. I am very impressed with the quality of the course content and its structure. I am very keen to recommend Simplilearn for developing my IT skills. This course is great for both teams and managers.

  • Vinay Hegde

    Vinay Hegde

    Specialist II - DevOps at Philips

    I had enrolled for AWS Solution Architect course from Simplilearn. It was an online live classroom course. Simplilearn has great trainers with good experience in teaching as well as on AWS domain. Training material prepared by Simplilearn was also excellent.

  • Vinayak Kumashi

    Vinayak Kumashi

    BizTalk Lead at eTeam

    I have attended AWS Solution Architect program from Simplilearn. The concepts were well explained and the lab sessions were useful. All questions were answered satisfactorily. I would strongly recommend this program to anyone who wishes to get to the depths of AWS. Thanks.

  • Shadav Mohammad Ansari

    Shadav Mohammad Ansari

    IT Manager at CODE INC

    The trainer was fantastic. She was very supportive and was always there to clear the doubts by giving practical and theoretical examples. She was perfect. Overall, it was a great a great experience.

  • Tejj Narayan

    Tejj Narayan

    Delivery Operations Manager at IBM India Private Limited

    Simplilearn's AWS Solution Architect Associate certification was excellent. The trainer covered all the topics and had a great knowledge of AWS.

  • Shubham Awasthi

    Shubham Awasthi

    Cloud Infrastructure Engineer at Sopra Steria

    Trainers are really very good, customer support and teaching staff support is excellent. I have completed AWS technical essentials and AWS Solution architect training from Simplilearn and planning for some other courses as well. Go for it. Thank you team and Good Luck!

  • Vinooth Myakeri

    Vinooth Myakeri

    IT Project Manager at CGI

    I had registered for AWS Associate Solution Architect certification from Simplilearn. The course content is very extensive with a lot of real-time examples which provide a good understanding of the course. The LMS and customer support are excellent. If anyone is planning for AWS certifications, I strongly recommend Simplilearn.

  • Rajarshi Bose

    Rajarshi Bose

    I enrolled in Simplilearn's AWS Solutions Architect program. The class was enriching, and the trainer was very experienced in the subject and training professionals. Things worked so well. Thanks, Neeraj Kheria, for the fantastic sessions, and I hope to attend more of them soon.

  • Radha Krishna

    Radha Krishna

    The training was good. I like the quality of information in the course, the knowledge of the trainer, the interaction amoung participants, and the online platform.

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Why Online Bootcamp

  • Develop skills for real career growthCutting-edge curriculum designed in guidance with industry and academia to develop job-ready skills
  • Learn from experts active in their field, not out-of-touch trainersLeading practitioners who bring current best practices and case studies to sessions that fit into your work schedule.
  • Learn by working on real-world problemsCapstone projects involving real world data sets with virtual labs for hands-on learning
  • Structured guidance ensuring learning never stops24x7 Learning support from mentors and a community of like-minded peers to resolve any conceptual doubts

AWS Certification Course FAQs

  • What is AWS Certification?

    A credential offered by AWS or Amazon Web Services, AWS certifications are offered to validate a professional’s expertise in creating cloud-based solutions on the AWS platform. These certifications are skill-based and examine a professional’s ability to design, manage, test, and deploy infrastructures and applications on the AWS platform. 

    AWS certifications help professionals gain high-demand cloud skills that help in effectively designing solutions, manage teams, and implement cloud initiatives for organizations to boost their efficiency and productivity and reduce operational costs. AWS certifications focus on different types of cloud roles such as Developer, Solutions Architect, SysOps, DevOps, Administrator, etc. Professionals choose certificates based on the skills they wish to specialize. 

    To maintain their AWS certifications, professionals must recertify themselves to keep up with the ever-evolving ecosystem of AWS and the latest tools and technologies. 

  • Which AWS certification should I get?

    AWS certifications focus on specific cloud roles such as administrator, solutions architect, developer, and system operations. Depending on the skills professionals want to hone, and the type of job roles they wish to fulfil, here are some of the best AWS certifications to choose from:

  • Is the AWS exam fee included in the AWS course fee?

    No. The AWS Certification exam fee is not included in the AWS course fee.

  • Can a fresher take the AWS Solutions Architect Training Course?

    The topics covered in this AWS Solutions Architect training course are explained in easy to understand manner so that even beginners can follow them comfortably. There are no prerequisites associated with the aws certification training course and the curriculum covers all the basic concepts.

  • Is the AWS solution architect a good choice ?

    AWS has millions of active customers across the world who leverage its services to reduce costs, innovate faster, and become more Agile. Evidently, startups, as well as large companies, need cloud architects who can oversee a company’s cloud infrastructure and ensure a successful migration to the cloud. An AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate certification demonstrates your expertise to handle the responsibilities of a cloud architect.

  • Is coding required for AWS?

    Though not mandatory, it is better to have basic programming skills if you want to get started with AWS certification training course.

  • How do I start an AWS career?

    You can first learn the basics of cloud computing to get started with AWS Career. Start exploring the services offered by AWS and learn how to use them. Then based on the job role you are interested in, pick an AWS certification and validate your cloud skills. If you are seeking a cloud solutions architect role, then our AWS Solution Architect Associate training is all you need to get started.

  • Who should learn AWS?

    Professionals seeking a career in cloud computing can start learning AWS. It is the leading cloud services provider that is used by companies across the globe. Whether one wants to become a cloud developer, solutions architect, cloud practitioner, or DevOps engineer, there is a dedicated AWS certification to help you get ahead.

  • What If I miss a session?

    Simplilearn provides recordings of each class so you can review them as needed before the next session. With Flexi-pass, Simplilearn gives you access to all classes for 90 days so that you have the flexibility to choose sessions as per your convenience.

  • Who are our Faculties and how are they selected?

    All of our highly qualified trainers are industry experts with at least 10-12 years of relevant teaching experience. Each of them has gone through a rigorous selection process which includes profile screening, technical evaluation, and a training demo before they are certified to train for us. We also ensure that only those trainers with a high alumni rating continue to train for us.

  • How will the labs be conducted?

    Simplilearn provides Integrated labs for all the hands-on and projects execution. The learners will be guided on all aspects, from deploying tools to executing hands-on exercises.

  • What is online classroom training?

    All of the classes are conducted via live online streaming. They are interactive sessions that enable you to ask questions and participate in discussions during class time. 

  • What comes after AWS Certification course?

    We recommend you upgrade your knowledge after you have completed this AWS Certification course.Consider taking a Post Graduate Program in Cloud Computing to become an expert and take your career to new heights.

  • Is this live AWS training, or will I watch prerecorded videos?

    This AWS training is conducted via live streaming. They are interactive sessions that enable you to ask questions and participate in discussions during class time. We do, however, provide recordings of each session you attend for your future reference. Classes are attended by a global audience to enrich your learning experience.

  • What are the system requirements to attend this AWS training session?

    The system requirements to attend the AWS training are:

    • Windows: Windows XP SP3 or higher
    • Mac: OSX 10.6 or higher
    • Internet speed: Preferably 512 Kbps or higher
    • Headset, speakers, and microphone: You’ll need headphones or speakers to hear instructions clearly, as well as a microphone to talk to others. You can use a headset with a built-in microphone, or separate speakers and a microphone.

  • What is Global Teaching Assistance?

    Our teaching assistants are a dedicated team of subject matter experts here to help you get certified in your first attempt. They engage students proactively to ensure the course path is being followed and help you enrich your learning experience, from class onboarding to project mentoring and job assistance. Teaching Assistance is available during business hours.

     

  • What certification will I receive after completing the AWS training?

    Upon successful completion of the AWS Solution Architect Certification training, you will be awarded industry recognized course completion certificate from Simplilearn.

  • What is covered under the 24/7 Support promise?

    We offer 24/7 support through email, chat, and calls. We also have a dedicated team that provides on-demand assistance through our community forum. What’s more, you will have lifetime access to the community forum, even after completion of your course with us.

  • What is the AWS Accredited Body Exam Fee Refund Policy?

    There is no fee to cancel or reschedule your exam if you do so more than 48 hours prior to the exam. If you need to cancel or reschedule within 48 hours, you will need to pay a $60 fee. You are not allowed to reschedule or abort an exam within 24 hours of exam duration. 
    If you fail to appear for your scheduled exam, your AWS exam fee will be forfeited and will not be refunded. You will not be allowed to reregister for the exam for the next 24 hours from the time of the missed exam. However, missing the AWS exam does not mean that you have failed the exam.

  • How do I register for the AWS Solutions Architect Certification exam session on Simplilearn?

    You can enrol for this AWS Certification Training on our website and make an online payment using any of the following options: 

    • Visa Credit or Debit Card
    • MasterCard
    • American Express
    • Diner’s Club
    • PayPal 

    Once payment is received you will automatically receive a payment receipt and access information via email.

  • You offer an exam money back guarantee. How does it work?

    Our training course comes with a 100% money-back guarantee. Simplilearn believes in our highly effective blended learning methodology and its ability to provide learners with the knowledge and confidence to pass the AWS Solutions Architect exam in the first attempt. If you do not pass the AWS Solutions Architect exam on the first attempt, Simplilearn will refund the course price to you.
     
    To ensure your success, we strongly recommend that you take the AWS Solutions Architect exam within a week of the course completion date—or a maximum of 45 days from the completion of the online training. This way, the course materials will be fresh in your mind.
     

    Attempt Time Frame Result Money back
    First Within 45 days of course completion Did Not Pass Refund full course price

    Refund Process: If you do not pass the exam in the first attempt, Simplilearn will refund the full course price to you. To receive a refund, you must make a request through the Help and Support Forum. You must submit a copy of your scorecard along with the date you completed your online classroom training. Simplilearn will refund the course price within 30 days of receiving all required documentation. We will process the refund using the same method you used to pay for the course.
     

    Terms and Conditions: This money-back guarantee applies only to Simplilearn’s  AWS Solution Architect blended learning. The guarantee is valid only for participants who have paid the entire enrollment fee.

    The guarantee becomes void if:

    • Participants do not take the AWS Solution Architect examination within 45 days of unlocking the certificate
    • Participants do not maintain 100% attendance in at least one batch of the 36 hours of Live Online Classroom Training sessions
    • Participants do not complete the e-learning content. The full online study (100% completion) is required to learn the course materials
    • Participants fail to score at least 80% in all three of the available online AWS Solution Architect simulation exam available at Simplilearn.com on the first attempt.  
    • Participants do not follow the instructions of the trainer and do not complete the exercises given in the online classroom training
    • Participants do not submit the required documents to Simplilearn
    • Participants failed to request a refund within 15 days of receiving their results 
       

  • Which AWS Course is Best?

    The best AWS Certification to secure your cloud computing career is Simplilearn’s AWS Solutions Architect Certification Training Course. The course is accredited by AWS and is well-recognized across the industry.
     

  • How do I start AWS Training?

    You can start the best AWS training available online by signing up on the enroll now form provided at the top of this page. You could also take the Free online course to learn the basics of AWS provided by Simplilearn to understand fundamentals if you are a beginner although it is not required.
     

  • What are the topics covered in AWS Training Course?

    The AWS certification provided by Simplilearn covers topics such as Introduction to AWS, AWS Core Concepts, Compute and Related Features, Storage Services, VPC Networking and Content Delivery, Databases, Security and IAM, Serverless and Application Services, Monitoring and Automation, and Container Service. This AWS training is the most comprehensive one available online.

  • Is an AWS Certification Course Worth It?

    AWS Engineers earn salaries ranging from $98k - $171k in a year. SO, the time and effort invested in taking up an AWS certification by completing an industry-oriented AWS is always well worth it. 

  • Who can Go for AWS Training Online?

    This AWS certification is suitable for any professional interested in hosting fault-tolerant and highly scaleable applications on the AWS platform. Especially, this online AWS Solutions Architect certification course is bestsuited for Solutions Architects, Cloud developers, Programmers, Cloud software engineers, and DevOps professionals.

  • Why should I get an AWS certification?

    Not just enhancing skills and knowledge on the AWS cloud platform, there are multiple other reasons why you should opt for an AWS certification. Some of the most significant reasons for pursuing AWS certifications are:

    Increase Your Earning Potential

    Undoubtedly, AWS certifications are an excellent medium to upgrade your skills and open doors to career growth opportunities. Besides career growth, professionals with AWS certifications have witnessed instant salary hikes increasing their earning potential. According to a survey conducted by the UC Davis School of Management, more than 56% of professionals with AWS certifications reported an average salary hike of 25%. On the other hand, Forbes reports that professionals who earn AWS certifications witness an average $12,339 salary bump.

    Let Us Do The Searching For You

    You enjoy multiple benefits when choosing Simplilearn as your ideal online learning platform and pursuing AWS certification training. From designing a comprehensive training program that makes you an AWS expert to helping you find the best job opportunities through the JobAssist feature. Simplilearn can filter your search and recommend the best AWS certifications to enhance your skills and career prospects and help you become a certified AWS Solutions Architect, Developer, Cloud Architect, etc. 

    Showcase Your Dedication To The Technology

    AWS certifications provide learners with an incredible opportunity to showcase their knowledge and dedication toward the AWS cloud platform. These certifications do not only aim at showcasing mere proficiency in cloud technology but beyond that. Professionals get to leverage their understanding of cloud technologies, varied AWS services, and how to lead projects with effective cloud solutions. Harnessing the power of the cloud and understanding its capabilities through the AWS platform is the pathway to acquiring technological excellence and becoming a skilled professional. 

  • Types Of AWS Certification Training

    Learners can pursue AWS certification training in two modes and each mode has its perks.

    Digital Training

    AWS certification training is offered digitally through tailored online programs that aim at preparing aspiring professionals for the competitive certification examination. These online programs include live online interactive classes, video lessons, hands-on labs, and study resources like digital guidebooks, practice papers, and much more to help them acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to pass the certification exam. They also get to validate their expertise in cloud platforms and technologies.  

    Digital training offers flexible study options where aspiring professionals can prepare at their own pace. These flexible training schedules help them in balancing their professional careers and time of preparation in a better way. 

    Classroom Training

    Just the opposite of digital training, classroom training for AWS certifications is held in person and is led by qualified instructors. Classroom training covers hands-on practice and peer discussions; overall, students come across a collaborative learning experience where they interact with instructors and other learners and build a strong network. Classroom training too covers skills and knowledge required to pass the certification exam. 

  • Top 10 Benefits of Getting an AWS Certification

    Earning an AWS certification has multiple benefits, whether it comes to career advancements or validating cloud skills and knowledge. Here are ten significant benefits that you can expect: 

     1. Preparing For The Future

    When choosing an AWS certification, it is a step taken toward a better future. AWS certifications enhance career prospects and validate a professional’s skills and understanding of the cloud environment, technology, and services. AWS-certified professionals stand out in the competitive job market and get hired with better salary packages in the ever-evolving world of cloud computing and IT. 

    2. New Avenues For Developing Professional Expertise

    AWS certifications pave new avenues for developing a rewarding cloud computing career. With the expertise gained, professionals can fulfil important cloud roles like Cloud Architects, Cloud Developers, Cloud Administrators, and many others. With enhanced credibility, professionals can fulfil positions at the forefront of the cloud industry and contribute to designing solutions and services. 

     3. Gain An Appreciation For Your Efforts

    Through an AWS certification, a professional can validate their cloud expertise and gain industry recognition for their hard work and dedication. The enhanced credentials showcase the professional’s interest, knowledge, and expertise in the competitive cloud industry, and the certification earned serves as a distinguished mark of perseverance and excellence. 

     4. Display Your Commitment Levels

    AWS certifications help in demonstrating a professional’s commitment levels. Acquiring an AWS certification is quite challenging and requires professional expertise, in-depth knowledge, skill sets, and hours of dedicated preparation for the certification exam. This rigorous pathway demonstrates a professional’s patience, sincerity, and commitment to earn the credentials and signifies their deep commitment and proactive approach to learning and staying updated in the rapidly-evolving AWS ecosystem. 

     5. Limited Difficulties To Clear AWS Certification

    Acquiring an AWS certification may seem difficult, but it is much less challenging than similar credentials. AWS certifications have no set bar for exam attempts, so that a professional can try for unlimited times. Also, with the right preparation and guidance from AWS-structured training, the difficulties of obtaining certification are much reduced. 

     6. A Better Paycheck

    The most significant perks of earning an AWS certification are receiving a better paycheck, getting an instant increment, or fulfilling a better-paying new job role. According to various surveys conducted by Amazon Web Services, nearly 20% of professionals who have successfully acquired AWS certifications witnessed an impressive salary hike of up to 25%. Some also landed better job opportunities with a higher paycheck. 

     7. Chances To Expand Professional Network

    Upon acquiring an AWS certification, professionals become a part of the AWS community, where they come across numerous opportunities, connect with like-minded professionals and share insights. They also can engage in group discussions, become an active member of study groups, solve problems together, and build industry networks. AWS certifications also provide platforms where aspirants can interact with experts and gain insights on career development. 

     8. Bring In More Projects!

    Working on projects during the training period introduces aspirants to real-life roles and responsibilities, and thus, they get a chance to demonstrate their expertise in dealing with AWS-based projects. AWS certifications equip professionals with the practical skills and knowledge required to handle projects and teams. 

     9. Opportunity To Become A Subject Matter Expert

    Not just a highly-paid professional, AWS certifications also pave the way to becoming a subject matter expert. As these certifications focus on a deeper understanding of cloud roles, the best practices and AWS services, professionals get recognized as certified subject matter experts who can fulfil leadership roles and greatly influence the cloud community. 

     10. Employers Also Get Benefits

    Undoubtedly, employers, too, benefit from AWS certifications as they have the knowledge that their chosen teams are proficient in AWS technology and services and are aware of the challenges and best practices. Certified professionals help enhance an organization’s credibility and implement advanced solutions that help optimize costs and operational risks. 

  • How long does it take to become AWS certified?

    It usually takes two to six months to become an AWS-certified professional if a candidate has fulfilled the required criteria of professional experience and educational background. With a full-time job and prior knowledge of cloud technologies and services, acquiring AWS certifications becomes the easiest. 

  • What jobs can you get with AWS certifications?

    Undoubtedly, an AWS certification opens doors to multiple career opportunities. Some of the best and highest-paying job roles that AWS-certified professionals can fulfill are: 

    1. Cloud Architect

    Country

    Salary (Average)

    India

    INR 22 Lakhs

    United States

    $142,107

    United Kingdom

    £73,353 

    Australia

    A$180,000

    2. Cloud Developer

    Country

    Salary (Average)

    India

    INR 8 lakhs

    United States

    $90,894 

    United Kingdom

    £47,407

    Australia

    A$127,813 

    3. Cloud Systems Administrator

    Country

    Salary (Average)

    India

    INR 6.5 lakhs 

    United States

    $85,795 

    United Kingdom

    £61,149 

    Australia

    A$88,000

    4. Cloud DevOps Engineer

    Country

    Salary (Average)

    India

    INR 7 lakhs

    United States

    $102,311

    United Kingdom

    £60,239 

    Australia

    A$128,500

    5. Cloud Security Engineer

    Country

    Salary (Average)

    India

    INR 8.5 lakhs

    United States

    $121,057

    United Kingdom

    £61,149 

    Australia

    A$137,000

    6. Cloud Network Engineer

    Country

    Salary (Average)

    India

    INR 8.3 lakhs

    United States

    $105,480

    United Kingdom

    £61,262

    Australia

    A$120,000 

    7. Cloud Data Architect

    Country

    Salary (Average)

    India

    INR 28 lakhs

    United States

    $130,427 

    United Kingdom

    £81,500

    Australia

    A$175,000

    8. Cloud Consultant

    Country

    Salary (Average)

    India

    INR 10 lakhs 

    United States

    $92,758

    United Kingdom

    £63,567 

    Australia

    A$128,500

  • How to Get AWS Certified?

    Earning an AWS certification involves a series of steps. From acquiring the required professional experience to preparing for the AWS certification exam and passing it, here are the right steps that can make your journey of obtaining the certification a lot easier: 

    1. Develop A Roadmap

    Preparing a roadmap before beginning your journey to earn the AWS certification proves very helpful. Starting from noting down the criteria list you must fulfil to deciding hours of study that you would dedicate for preparations, moving step-by-step, systematically according to the roadmap makes the process a lot easier. 

     2. Find High-Quality Aws Training Courses

    AWS training courses are designed to prepare aspiring professionals to meet the high standards of the certification examinations. These training courses help them in validating their knowledge as well as skills that are frequently tested in the main examination. AWS training courses boost confidence and help you comprehend the competitive level of the exam. 

     3. Take Practice Exams

    Practice tests are incredible resources for preparation. Not only do practice tests familiarize the candidates with the pattern and the high standard of the certification examination, but also boost their confidence levels. And as a result, passing the exam becomes an easier process. 

    4. Feeling confident? Book the exam!

    Once you feel you are done with preparations and are confident enough to appear for the exam, you can register for the AWS certifications based on the skills you wish to focus on and the career path you seek. By paying the registration fee, you can appear for the examination, and the best part, there are no limits on the exam attempts. 

    5. Ace The Exam

    The main AWS certification examination consists of multiple choice and multiple response questions based on the required skills and knowledge of the chosen domain. Thus, with the right preparation, acing the examination is not a big deal. 

  • Top 12 AWS Certifications: Which is Right for You and Your Team?

    Among the varied lists of AWS certifications, it is quite challenging to choose the most appropriate one that can cater to the needs of professionals or teams. Here are some of the best courses that let you explore core AWS services, cloud operations, gain expertise, and an industry-recognized credential. 

    Foundational Certification

    AWS foundational certifications are designed to validate a professional’s cloud expertise and focus on in-demand skills that are crucial in establishing a career as a cloud expert. 

    AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

    This entry-level AWS certification is for professionals willing to establish their careers as successful Cloud Practitioners. The certification validates the in-depth understanding of the AWS cloud platform, its services, architectural principles, core concepts, cloud security, and every other area that play a pivotal role in cloud computing. An AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification can serve as a stepping stone for pursuing more AWS-specialized certifications in the near future. 

    Prerequisites

    • Minimum two years of professional experience in a role that demands AWS skills.

    • Prior understanding of the AWS cloud platform.

    Format

    Online

    Duration

    Flexible

    Cost

    Varies

    After the end of this course what will you learn? 

    You will have a high-level understanding of AWS Cloud Services, Cloud Security, and Cloud Networks.

    Associate-Level Certifications

    The associate-level certifications are designed for validating deeper expertise in the AWS platform. These certifications comprise three sections: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Developer, and AWS Certified SysOps Administrator. The associate-level certifications help in assessing a professional’s ability in designing, managing, and deploying applications on the AWS platform. 

    AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (SAA-C03)

    This certification showcases a professional’s skills and knowledge of AWS services, technology, and designing cloud-based solutions. The certification also tests the understanding of the architectural principles and practices that are deployed for leveraging cloud services and fulfilling computing roles. The Solutions Architect certification increases credibility and enhances career prospects. 

    Prerequisites

    • Minimum two years of professional experience fulfilling a role that demonstrates your ability to work as a solutions architect. 

    • Familiarity with the AWS ecosystem and services. 

    Format

    Online

    Duration

    Flexible

    Cost

    $150

    After the end of this course what will you learn? 

    An in-depth understanding of AWS technology, cloud services, and mapping-on cloud, and how to design, manage, and deploy cloud solutions. 

    AWS Certified Developer – Associate

    This certification is for professionals who wish to establish their careers as Cloud Developers and work on, and maintain AWS-based applications. This certification helps in validating the skills needed for deploying and debugging cloud-native applications with the use of tools, cloud-based technologies, and AWS services. 

    Prerequisites

    • An undergraduate or high school diploma degree.

    • Must complete the AWS Technical Essentials course or have relevant hands-on professional experience in operating AWS-based applications.

    • Must be familiar with API interfaces and their development process.

    • Basic understanding of rational and non-rational databases.

    • Familiarity with AWS services. 

    Format

    Online Bootcamp

    Duration

    90 days of flexible online class

    Cost

    INR 13, 965

    After the end of this course what will you learn? 

    You will be able to code and design scalable applications. Gain expertise in application security, testing, and various AWS components. 

    AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate

    This certification validates a professional’s expertise in AWS operations, deployment, and cloud administration. Through this certification, professionals can demonstrate they are efficient in operating scalable systems in the AWS platform and can implement effective solutions to mitigate risks. Professionals also develop an understanding of key roles of a SysOps Administrator like monitoring services, load balancing, security practices, and many more. 

    Prerequisites

    • An undergraduate or a high school diploma degree.

    • Have completed the AWS Technical Essentials course or have relevant hands-on professional experience in operating AWS-based applications.

    • In-depth knowledge of AWS operating systems.

    • Can work on AWS operations and deployment projects. 

    Format

    Online (Bootcamp and Self-Paced Learning)

    Duration

    Flexible

    Cost

    INR 14,720 (for SElf-paced learning)

    INR 16,380 (for Online Bootcamp)

    After the end of this course what will you learn? 

    You will learn how to  on-premise applications to AWS, demonstrate your skills and enhance your cloud computing career.

    Professional-level Certifications

    Especially designed for experienced professionals, the professional-level AWS certifications help in gaining expertise in in-demand AWS skills, and serve significant roles in the domains of operations, architect, developer, and foundational. 

    AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional

    This certification is designed for professionals who wish to fulfill advanced solutions design roles on the AWS platform. This certification focuses on deeper understanding architecting large-scale distributed systems, deploying intricate application designs, cost optimization, and so on. To acquire this certification, a professional must have obtained the AWS-Certified Solutions Architect- Associate certification. 

    Prerequisites

    • A high school diploma or an undergraduate degree.

    • Prior work experience in working with AWS or any other relevant cloud computing platform.

    Format

    Online (Self-Paced and Online Bootcamp)

    Duration

    Flexible

    Cost

    INR 16,275 for Self-Paced 

    INR 19,110 for Online Bootcamp

    After the end of this course what will you learn? 

    You can fulfill advanced solutions design roles. 

    AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional

    This professional-level certification is designed for professionals who desire to become certified and skilled DevOps Engineers and efficiently manage AWS-based distributed applications. This certification tests the proficiency of a professional in effectively using AWS tools, managing and operating applications, and implement advanced solutions to manage continuous delivery systems on AWS.

    Prerequisites

    • A high school diploma or an undergraduate degree.

    • More than two years of professional experience in operating and managing distributed application systems. 

    Format

    Online

    Duration

    Flexible

    Cost

    $300

    After the end of this course what will you learn? 

    You will learn how to efficiently manage and operate distributed application systems on the AWS environment. 

    Specialty Certifications

    The AWS specialty certifications are only intended for experienced professionals who have more than five years of work experience in the IT industry. These certifications focus on advanced skills and roles encompassing Data Analytics and Network Security. 

    AWS Certified Data Analytics – Specialty

    This certification is designed for IT professionals who have experience and expertise in working with AWS services and have knowledge of building, designing, maintaining, and securing analytics solutions. 

    Prerequisites

    • More than five years of professional experience.

    • Familiar with Data Analytics technology.

    • Has the ability to define AWS analytics services.

    Format

    Online

    Duration

    Flexible

    Cost

    $300

    After the end of this course what will you learn? 

    You will gain expertise in how to use AWS data lakes and how to gain insights from data, and manage analytics services.  

    AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty

    Another certification designed for experienced and skilled professionals, the Certified Advanced Newtorking is an AWS specialty certification that validates expertise in maintaining and designing network architecture for AWS services. This certification is only for individuals who can perform complex networking tasks. 

    Prerequisites

    • A minimum five years of professional experience in roles using AWS technology, best practices, and security.

    • Has knowledge of advanced networking architectures like VPLS, MPLs, VPNs, etc.

    • An understanding of sub-netting and CIDR or Classless Inter-Domain Routing

    Format

    Online 

    Duration

    Flexible 

    Cost

    $300

    After the end of this course what will you learn? 

    You will be able to maintain and design network architecture for the AWS services. 

    AWS Certified Security – Specialty

    This specialty certification is designed for IT professionals with more than two years of experience in fulfilling cloud security roles. This certification validates a professional’s expertise in designing and implementing security solutions for the AWS cloud platform. The certification also tests a professional’s understanding of data encryption methods and AWS data protection mechanisms. 

    Prerequisites

    • Minimum two years of professional experience fulfilling roles relating to cloud security in AWS platform. 

    Format

    Online

    Duration

    Flexible

    Cost

    $300

    After the end of this course what will you learn? 

    You will be able to design security solutions for the AWS cloud platforma and learn how to implement AWS mechanisms. 

    AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty

    As the name suggests, this AWS certification focuses on testing the skills of a professional in building, training, and deploying machine learning (ML) models on the AWS platform. 

    Prerequisites

    • At least two years of hands-on experience in architecting, developing, and running ML/ deep learning models.

    • Has basic understanding of ML algorithms and how to design them.

    • Familiarity with the frameworks of Machine Learning and Deep Learning.

    • Familiarity with AWS cloud.

    Format

    Online

    Duration

    Flexible

    Cost

    $300

    After the end of this course what will you learn? 

    You will be able to build, design, and deploy Machine Learning models. 

    AWS Certified Database – Specialty

    This credential is designed for organizations and individuals willing to gain expertise in designing, maintaining, and implementing AWS database solutions. It is specially designed for professionals who wish to work with AWS cloud-based rational and non-rational databases. 

    Prerequisites

    • Minimum five years of experience with common knowledge of database technologies.

    • A minimum two years of hand-on experience on AWS cloud-based relational and NoSQL databases. 

    • Has an in-depth understanding of AWS database services. 

    Format

    Online

    Duration

    Flexible

    Cost

    $300

    After the end of this course what will you learn? 

    You will be able to design optimal AWs database solutions like an expert. 

    AWS Certified SAP on AWS – Specialty

    The SAP on AWS is a specialty certification that puts major emphasis on operating SAP workloads on the AWS platform. Through this certification, professionals can validate the right set of knowledge and skills that are mandatory to optimzie SAP workloads on the AWS platform. 

    Prerequisites

    • Has more than five years of working experience on SAP. 

    • At least one year of hands-on working experience with SAP on AWS.

    • Has the ability to design SAP solutions and is aware of the best practices adapted 

    Format

    Online

    Duration

    Flexible

    Cost

    $300

    After the end of this course what will you learn? 

    You will be able to optimize SAP worloads and design SAP solutions on the AWS platform. 

    Recertification And Staying Up-To-Date

    AWS certifications are valid for a period of three years. Before the validation period ends, professionals must opt for recertification, which also helps them stay up-to-date with the ever-evolving cloud technology and AWS services. Professionals must periodically demonstrate their expertise to continue with their status of certified AWS professionals.

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